Saoirse
Saoirse first appears in US records in 1993. It peaked in 2020, when 373 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 222.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Saoirse popular?
Rising Saoirse has climbed over the past decade, given to more girls now than ten years ago.
| 2020s | 1,768 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 1,853 | |
| 2000s | 383 | |
| 1990s | 64 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Saoirse mean?
Saoirse is the Irish word for “freedom” or “liberty,” popularised in the 20th century.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Saoirse mean?
Saoirse means Freedom. Saoirse is the Irish word for “freedom” or “liberty,” popularised in the 20th century.
What is the origin of the name Saoirse?
Saoirse is of Irish origin.
How do you pronounce Saoirse?
Saoirse is pronounced “SEER-shuh.”
Is Saoirse a boy or a girl name?
Saoirse is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Saoirse a popular name right now?
Saoirse has climbed over the past decade, given to more girls now than ten years ago.
How popular is the name Saoirse?
In 2025, Saoirse ranked #1089 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Saoirse most popular?
Saoirse was most popular in 2020, when about 373 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Saoirse?
Names similar to Saoirse include Siobhan, Sinead, Aoife, Fiadh, Niamh.
What names go well with Saoirse?
Irish names that pair well with Saoirse include Ryan, Liam, Aiden, Sean, Aidan.