Welsh girl name
Eirlys Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Eirlys means snowdrop. A Welsh word meaning snowdrop, linked to eira (snow)
Eirlys is the Welsh word for snowdrop, the small white flower that appears in late winter. It combines the idea of snow, from eira, with the spring flower, and so suits a child born in the cold months. As a given name it is distinctly Welsh and uncommon, with a flowing sound and a pleasant meaning. It is pronounced AIR-liss, with the stress on the first syllable and the final syllable soft. It pairs well with other gentle Welsh names such as Eira and Seren.
Variants of Eirlys
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Eirlys popularity: Ireland vs the US
In 2025 Eirlys ranked #15,554 in the US (5 babies). It is too rare to appear in Irish rankings.
United States (girls)
Rank among babies of the same sex, 1 = most popular (log scale). Ranks below #10,000 sit on the bottom edge. Gaps mean fewer than 3 Irish or 5 US babies that year.
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 Eirlys mean?
Eirlys means "snowdrop". A Welsh word meaning snowdrop, linked to eira (snow).
How do you pronounce Eirlys?
Eirlys is pronounced AIR-liss.
What is the origin of Eirlys?
Eirlys is of Welsh origin. A Welsh word meaning snowdrop, linked to eira (snow).