Irish boy name
Enda Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Enda means birdlike. From the Irish Éanna, from éan, bird, or possibly from a word meaning birdlike
Enda is the anglicised form of Éanna, an Irish name often connected with éan, meaning bird. Saint Enda of Aran, who founded a monastery on Inis Mór in the Aran Islands, is the most famous bearer. The name is short and easy to say, which has helped it stay in use for centuries. The Irish form Éanna is also found. Enda offers a gentle, uncluttered sound and a clear link to Ireland's early monastic history. It suits families who like short and traditional Irish names.
Variants of Enda
ÉannaEanna
Well-known people named Enda
Enda Kenny, Enda Walsh.
Enda popularity: Ireland vs the US
In 2025 Enda ranked #552 in Ireland (5 babies) and #7,704 in the US (6 babies). It is far more popular in Ireland than in America.
Ireland (boys)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 Enda mean?
Enda means "birdlike". From the Irish Éanna, from éan, bird, or possibly from a word meaning birdlike.
How do you pronounce Enda?
Enda is pronounced EN-da.
What is the origin of Enda?
Enda is of Irish origin. From the Irish Éanna, from éan, bird, or possibly from a word meaning birdlike.