Fódhla, an Irish mythological name, sees rising popularity

The Irish name Fódhla, derived from mythology, is seeing a rise in popularity. In Irish legend, Fódhla is a goddess of the Tuatha Dé Danann and is often used as a poetic name for Ireland.

Data from the Central Statistics Office shows that while the name remains uncommon, its usage has increased. In 2018, Fódhla ranked 512th on Ireland's baby name charts with seven occurrences. Following a dip in 2022, the name rose to 279th place in 2023, with 14 baby girls receiving the name.