Cadhla
Meaning: Bold and substantial, resonating with vigor, as expressed through the name Cadhla
Origin: Irish/Gaelic
Gender: Girl
Rank in Ireland: #448
Total births: 512
History: Cadhla reflects the energy of modern Ireland, where tech campuses in Dublin and Limerick sit alongside ancient castles and farm roads. The name bridges old and new, carrying the ambition of a country that has reinvented itself while honouring its roots.
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| Current rank (2025) | #89 |
| Babies named Cadhla in 2025 | 55 |
| Total recorded in Ireland | 512 |
| Peak year | 2023 (58 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #87 |
| Years in records | 1994–2025 (27 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↑ 71 spots |
Frequently asked about Cadhla
What does the name Cadhla mean?
Cadhla means “Bold and substantial, resonating with vigor, as expressed through the name Cadhla” from Irish/Gaelic roots.
What is the origin of the name Cadhla?
Cadhla has Irish/Gaelic origin. The traditional meaning is “Bold and substantial, resonating with vigor, as expressed through the name Cadhla”.
How popular is Cadhla in Ireland?
Cadhla ranked #89 in Ireland in 2025 — given to 55 babies that year.
When was Cadhla most popular?
Cadhla peaked in 2023 with 58 babies registered that year in Ireland.
Is Cadhla a boy or girl name?
Cadhla is predominantly a girls' name in Ireland — over 90% of Cadhlas in registered births are female.
Is the name Cadhla rising or falling in popularity?
Cadhla has risen 71 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Ireland — from #160 in 2020 to #89 in 2025.
How long has Cadhla been recorded in Ireland?
Cadhla appears in birth records in Ireland across 27 years — from 1994 through 2025.