Irish

Caoilfhionn

Pronounced KEEL-inShare

Meaning: Slender; white or blessed

  • Girl
  • Rare gem
  • 2 syllables

The story

An Irish name combining the older elements for slender and white or blessed. The familiar sound contrasts with a spelling that may need an introduction outside Ireland.

Spellings & variants

Popularity

Rare gem

Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.

Style

Origins

Caoilfhionn comes from Irish.

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