Irish girl name
Gobnait Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Gobnait means saint's name. From Gobnait, the name of a 6th-century Irish saint; its root is uncertain
Gobnait is the name of the saint associated with Ballyvourney in County Cork, where her well, church and pilgrimage round are still visited each February. She is remembered as the patron of bees and beekeepers, and her feast day falls on 11 February. The name has a strong sense of place in Munster and has been used there for generations, though it remains rare elsewhere. Its spelling surprises many outside Ireland, but the pronunciation is simple once learned. Gobnait suits a family wanting a distinctive saint's name with deep local roots, and it pairs well with short surnames.
Computer-generated voice, as a guide to pronunciation.
Variants of Gobnait
GobnatGobnataGubnet
Gobnait popularity: Ireland vs the US
In 1981 Gobnait ranked #423 in Ireland (5 babies). It is too rare to appear in US rankings.
Ireland (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 Gobnait mean?
Gobnait means "saint's name". From Gobnait, the name of a 6th-century Irish saint; its root is uncertain.
How do you pronounce Gobnait?
Gobnait is pronounced GUB-nit.
What is the origin of Gobnait?
Gobnait is of Irish origin. From Gobnait, the name of a 6th-century Irish saint; its root is uncertain.