Aoife
Girl name · 699 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Aoife: 699 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 49 births in 2024.
Derived from the Irish Gaelic word *aoibh*, meaning "beauty" or "radiance," Aoife (pronounced EE-fa) is a name deeply rooted in Celtic mythology. In Irish legend, Aoife was a warrior princess and a fierce rival of her sister Scáthach, training the hero Cú Chulainn in combat. In more recent history, the name gained prominence through Irish actress Aoife Mulholland and Belfast-born singer Aoife O'Donovan, whose folk vocals have earned Grammy recognition. While no major geographic place bears the name directly, an Irish townland called Ballyaoife in County Waterford echoes its spirit. This name's soft yet strong feel has made it increasingly popular in Scotland since the early 2000s, reflecting the lasting appeal of Gaelic names beyond Ireland.
Girl 33 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 202449 babies
- Latest (2025)
- #11638 babies
- Total births
- 699since 1990
- 5-year trend
- ▲ 10%vs prior 5y