Clodagh

“Clodagh is a traditional Irish name derived from the Clodagh River located in County Wexford, Ireland” — Symbol of purity and serenity in Irish culture

Ireland origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#9105US 2023

11Births / yr

↑Rising

163All-time births

📅 Since 199800

How to pronounce Clodagh

klaw-də

/klaw-də/ · · 2 syllables

“Clodagh is a traditional Irish name derived from the Clodagh River located in County Wexford, Ireland”

Symbol of purity and serenity in Irish culture · Ireland origin

What does Clodagh mean and where does it come from?

Clodagh is a traditional Irish name derived from the Clodagh River located in County Wexford, Ireland. The name has been used since the early 19th century and is often associated with the beauty and tranquility of nature. Clodagh is often seen as a symbol of purity and serenity in Irish culture, and

Cultural significance

Clodagh has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Ireland-speaking communities, where it reflects values of irish.

Peak popularity

Reached #7574 in 2018 — currently #9105 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Clodagh?

Clodagh works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Clodagh Grace

How popular is Clodagh right now?

Rising fast — up 735 spots — currently #9105 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2023#9105 · Top 6.7%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#9105	11	▲ up 735 · +10% births
2022	#9840	10	▲ up 2640 · +43% births
2021	#12480	7	▼ down 1886 · -22% births
2020	#10594	9	▲ up 6980 · +80% births
2015	#17574	5	▼ down 1582 · -17% births
2010	#15992	6	▲ up 853 · +20% births
2000	#16845	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Clodagh

Best Year2023Rank #9105

Peak Count11

Average Rank#13204

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2000 - 20237 years

The story of Clodagh

Clodagh is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1998. With 163 total births recorded, Clodagh remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #16845 in 2000 to #9105 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Clodagh in 2018:

Emma Olivia Ava Isabella Sophia

Clodagh by decade

Clodagh peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	10
2000s	68
2010s ★	76
2020s	9

💎Clodagh has only 163 total recorded births since 1998 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Clodagh?

Common

CloClodClodieClodyOdagh

What names sound and feel like Clodagh?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Clodagh also consider these

Cloda

Ireland · a form of

Bronagh

Ireland · sorrowful, sad

Ireland · Onóireacht - Lamb

Clough

Greek · A Greek name

Common questions about the name Clodagh

What does the name Clodagh mean?

Clodagh means "Irish" — a name rooted in Ireland tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Clodagh?

Clodagh is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Clodagh have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Clodagh?

Clodagh originates from Ireland tradition. Ireland names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Clodagh trending right now?

Clodagh is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Clodagh a common or rare name?

Clodagh is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.