Saoirse
Saoirse is a distinctive choice, ranked #402 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Saoirse in their class.
About the Name Saoirse
Saoirse has seen a notable decline in recent years, dropping 136 places in five years. It was most popular in 2020 at #307 — parents choosing it today are making a deliberately counter-trend decision. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996.
Saoirse is fairly common in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Saoirse in their class.
In the US it sits at #959 — notably more popular in the UK than across the Atlantic.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the name Saoirse
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In a typical UK class of 28, highlighted children share the name Saoirse
Almost certainly the only Saoirse in the class
UK Popularity (1996–2025)
Rank and birth count · ONS official data
US Popularity (2020–2023)
Rank · SSA official data
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