"While traditional Irish names can be tricky to sound out, they are very popular — so let’s take a closer look at the correct pronunciation for some names that may be difficult for those outside of Ireland to pronounce."
"Around 4.5 million Irish immigrants entered America between 1820 and 1930, and with them came an influx of lasting Irish culture. Case in point: In 2023, the Irish name Liam became the most popular baby boy name in the U.S. Other Irish names including Connor, Claire, Riley, Nora, Logan, and Rowan also have risen through the ranks.
"But some Irish names aren’t as easy for Americans to pronounce. This is perhaps most notable in the case of Irish American actress Saoirse Ronan. The Oscar-nominated star playfully jokes about her name (pronounced “SUR-sha,” which rhymes with “inertia”) in interviews, and acknowledges that Americans have trouble saying it correctly. While traditional Irish names can be tricky to sound out, they show no signs of waning in popularity — so let’s take a closer look at the correct pronunciation for some that might be difficult for those outside of Ireland to pronounce." . . . Full article
Remember Hurricane Caitríona?
Colonel Custer should have learned how to scream Irish names: half of the Seventh Cavalry killed at Little Bighorn were Irish immigrants.
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