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“Síofra” is a beautiful name given to many successful Irish women throughout history, why not give your daughter the chance to continue the legacy?
Here’s everything we know about the increasingly popular moniker for baby girls.
Meaning and origin
Pronounced “shee-fra”, Síofra is a name rooted in Irish mythology and derives from the Gaelic word “siabhra” meaning elf or fairy.
The name Síofra reflects the association with these enchanting creatures, symbolizing otherworldly beauty and magic.
Popularity
According to the Central Statistics Office, the name Síofra was the top riser in baby girl’s names in Ireland in 2023, rising from 157th place in 2022 to 100th in 2023, a jump of 57 places in rank.
It was also a new entry on the Top 100 list amongst other Irish names such as Paddy and Jude.
Are there any famous Síofras?
One well-known Síofra is Judge Síofra O’Leary, who was the first female President of the European Court of Human Rights, and also the first Irish person to ever serve in the role. She has also been awarded the UCD Ulysses Medal.
Kerry’s captain Síofra O’Shea has also made huge strides in her time as head of the ladies’ football team and was described as having put them ‘on an upward curve.’
* This article was originally published on Rollercoaster.ie.