Irish girl name
Aoibheall Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Aoibheall means beauty. From Irish aoibh, meaning beauty or delight, the name of a Munster otherworld woman.
Aoibheall is the otherworld woman of Craig Liath, near Killaloe in County Clare, who in later tradition watched over the O'Briens of Thomond. Stories tell that she appeared to the High King Brian Boru before the Battle of Clontarf. Her name is linked to the word aoibh, meaning delight or beauty. The spelling can look daunting, but the sound, EE-vul, is simple. Aoibheall is also an accepted Irish name for modern girls. It has a strong connection to Clare and Munster and a lyrical charm that suits parents wanting something rare and rooted.
Variants of Aoibheall
AibellAoibhellAoibheal
Aoibheall popularity: Ireland vs the US
Aoibheall does not appear in the official Irish or US baby name rankings, which only list names given to a handful of babies a year. It is a rare choice in both countries.
Data: US Social Security Administration (public domain) and Central Statistics Office, Ireland (CC BY 4.0). Irish accented spellings (such as Síle) are only recorded from 2018, so earlier years combine spellings.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Aoibheall mean?
Aoibheall means "beauty". From Irish aoibh, meaning beauty or delight, the name of a Munster otherworld woman.
How do you pronounce Aoibheall?
Aoibheall is pronounced EE-vul.
What is the origin of Aoibheall?
Aoibheall is of Irish origin. From Irish aoibh, meaning beauty or delight, the name of a Munster otherworld woman.