Irish boy name
Jarlath Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Jarlath means tributary lord. From Iarlaith, meaning tributary lord
Jarlath is the anglicised form of Iarlaith, usually explained as a lord of tribute. Saint Jarlath of Tuam, who lived in the sixth century, founded a monastery and school at Cluain Fois and is the patron saint of Tuam and the archdiocese. He is said to have taught Saint Brendan. The name is rare today but has remained in use in Connacht, particularly in Galway and Mayo. Jarlath has a firm, traditional sound, and its saintly associations may appeal to families with a Catholic heritage. It also stands out clearly from more common Irish names such as Colm or Cathal.
Computer-generated voice, as a guide to pronunciation.
Variants of Jarlath
IarlaithJarlethIarfhlaith
Jarlath popularity: Ireland vs the US
In 2025 Jarlath ranked #787 in Ireland (3 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 Jarlath mean?
Jarlath means "tributary lord". From Iarlaith, meaning tributary lord.
How do you pronounce Jarlath?
Jarlath is pronounced JAR-luth.
What is the origin of Jarlath?
Jarlath is of Irish origin. From Iarlaith, meaning tributary lord.