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Saoirse Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Saoirse

"A female given name from Irish."

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Female 📈 Peak 2020 👥 3,842 in US
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Meaning
A female given name from Irish.
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
3,842
Life Path
Number 5

📖 What Does Saoirse Mean?

Saoirse is an Irish-language female given name meaning "freedom". It became popular in Ireland in the late 20th century. The actress Saoirse Ronan has given the name prominence internationally since her 2007 breakthrough in Atonement.

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Saoirse is an Irish-language female given name meaning "freedom". It became popular in Ireland in the late 20th century. The actress Saoirse Ronan has given the name prominence internationally since her 2007 breakthrough in Atonement.…

Root Element
Saoirse
Core Meaning
"A female given name from Irish."
Language

🔢 Numerology of Saoirse

S 1
A 1
O 6
I 9
R 9
S 1
E 5
SUM 5
5
Life Path
Freedom & Adventure
3
Soul Urge
Creativity & Expression
11
Personality
Intuition & Insight

Life Path 5 — Freedom & Adventure: Versatile, curious, and love for exploration.

Gender Distribution

♂ Male0%
♀ Female100%

Based on 3,842 US Social Security records

📈 US Popularity

Total US bearers 3,842
Peak year 2020 (373)
First recorded 1993
Last recorded 2024
Gender Predominantly Female
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Saoirse" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "A female given name from Irish.".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form, established across English-speaking and Muslim communities.

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Today (2026)

~3,842 people named Saoirse in the US. Peaked in 2020 with 373 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Saoirse?

The Life Path number for Saoirse is 5, associated with Freedom & Adventure. Soul Urge: 3. Personality: 11.

Is Saoirse a boy or girl name?

Saoirse is Predominantly Female. Based on US data, 0% male and 100% female.

How many people are named Saoirse in the US?

Approximately 3,842 people in the United States are named Saoirse. The name peaked in 2020 with 373 recorded uses.

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