Irish girl name
Líadan Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Líadan means possibly 'grey lady'. Of uncertain origin; sometimes interpreted as grey lady
Líadan was a seventh-century poet in early Irish tradition, known from a tale in which she and the poet Cuirithir part ways because of her vow to the Church. Her name is sometimes read as grey lady, though that meaning is not certain. As a modern given name, Líadan has a pleasing three-syllable rhythm and a literary quality. It remains uncommon, so it suits families who value Irish poetry and history and who want a name that is distinctive and meaningful.
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Variants of Líadan
LiadanLeedanLiadain
Líadan popularity: Ireland vs the US
In 2025 Líadan ranked #850 in Ireland (3 babies) and #17,762 in the US (5 babies). It is far more popular in Ireland than in America.
Ireland (girls)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 Líadan mean?
Líadan means "possibly 'grey lady'". Of uncertain origin; sometimes interpreted as grey lady.
How do you pronounce Líadan?
Líadan is pronounced LEE-uh-dan.
What is the origin of Líadan?
Líadan is of Irish origin. Of uncertain origin; sometimes interpreted as grey lady.