Irish boy name
Fiachra Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Fiachra means raven. From the Irish fiach, raven
Fiachra is an Irish name derived from fiach, meaning raven, a bird that holds a lot of symbolism in Celtic tradition. Saint Fiachra was a seventh-century Irish hermit who settled in France, where he became patron of gardeners. The name has a bold, unusual sound that is gaining interest in modern Ireland. The pronunciation FEE-ak-ra can look difficult but is quite straightforward. Fiachra suits those who like animal-based or nature-based names and who want something genuinely Irish that stands out from the crowd.
Variants of Fiachra
FiachrachFiachrae
Fiachra popularity: Ireland vs the US
In 2025 Fiachra ranked #126 in Ireland (45 babies). It is too rare to appear in US rankings.
Ireland (boys)
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 Fiachra mean?
Fiachra means "raven". From the Irish fiach, raven.
How do you pronounce Fiachra?
Fiachra is pronounced FEE-ak-ra.
What is the origin of Fiachra?
Fiachra is of Irish origin. From the Irish fiach, raven.