What does Clodagh mean?
Clodagh takes its name from a river in County Tipperary.
What does Caoimhe mean?
Caoimhe comes from the Irish caomh, “gentle,” “beautiful” or “precious.”
Clodagh vs Caoimhe
Which is more popular?
Caoimhe is more popular than Clodagh today: about 24 US babies were given the name Caoimhe in 2025, compared with 9 named Clodagh.
| Clodagh | Caoimhe | |
|---|---|---|
| Meaning | From the River Clóideach | Gentle, beautiful |
| Origin | Irish | Irish |
| Gender | Girl | Girl |
| Pronunciation | KLOH-dah | KWEE-vuh |
| Syllables | 2 | 2 |
| First appeared | 1998 | 1996 |
| Peak year | 2009 (15) | 2025 (24) |
| In 2025 | 9 | 24 |
| Trend | Steady | Near its peak |
Popularity over time, 1880–2025
Clodagh
Caoimhe
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Births by decade
| Decade | Clodagh | Caoimhe |
|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 55 | 75 |
| 2010s | 76 | 146 |
| 2000s | 68 | 109 |
| 1990s | 10 | 25 |
Frequently asked questions
Is Clodagh or Caoimhe more popular?
Caoimhe is more popular than Clodagh today: about 24 US babies were given the name Caoimhe in 2025, compared with 9 named Clodagh.
What is the difference between Clodagh and Caoimhe?
Clodagh means From the River Clóideach (Irish origin), while Caoimhe means Gentle, beautiful (Irish origin).
Which name is older, Clodagh or Caoimhe?
In US records, Clodagh first appears in 1998 and Caoimhe in 1996, so Caoimhe has the longer recorded history.