We spotted a gorgeous Irish name that you may not have heard of, but it is on the rise, and we suggest expectant mums jump on it before it actually becomes popular.
There are so many gorgeous Irish names out there, plenty of choice for parents-to-be. And there is something for everybody, unusual and unique Irish names, ones that are easy to pronounce and spell and ones that are a bit more challenging. So no matter what kind of Irish name you want, there is sure to be one to suit your preferences.
However, Irish names ARE rising in popularity, and such a wide variety are now mainstream that if you are looking for a unique name, it may take a little digging.
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Little-known Irish name that is on the rise
So we did a little digging for you and spotted a gorgeous Irish name WAY down the trending lists, and despite it being on the rise, it’s the perfect choice for parents who want a unique name for their baby boy.
The name is Fáelán, and it was given to just 6 baby boys in 2025. This is a gorgeous and ancient Irish name which translates to ‘little wolf’ and comes from the Old Irish fáel, meaning wolf.
Pronounced fay-lawn or fway-lawn, Fáelán was ranked 509th of all baby boys born in Ireland in 2025. Six babies isn’t a lot, that’s for sure, but this year is actually the first year that the name placed on the list.
In previous years, it was given to fewer than three babies, so the exact number is unavailable due to confidentiality reasons.
But it’s such a cute name and with an adorable meaning, we think it is the perfect choice for nature loving parents. Would you consider it for your baby boy?
