Cadhla
Irish · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Cadhla
The name 'Cadhla' is an Irish feminine given name meaning "beautiful" or "graceful," derived from the Old Irish word *cáel* (slender) or *cád* (pure).
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Etymology
The name 'Cadhla' is an Irish feminine given name meaning "beautiful" or "graceful," derived from the Old Irish word *cáel* (slender) or *cád* (pure). It is primarily used in Irish and Gaelic cultures, with no specific religious association, and has historical roots in medieval Irish naming traditions, though it remains relatively rare.
Cadhla currently ranks #15,737 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2021.
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