Name Detail
Eilidh
little flame
Female
Gaelic / Scottish Gaelic / Scottish / Scottish Highland
2 syllables
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Full Name Detail
Name
Eilidh
Origin
Gaelic / Scottish Gaelic / Scottish / Scottish Highland
Gender
Female
Meaning
little flame
Detailed Meaning
Eilidh is a Scottish Gaelic name pronounced 'ay-lee,' meaning 'radiant' or 'shining one,' and it carries the warmth of a small but steady flame burning in the dark. It evokes the rugged beauty of the Scottish Highlands and the quiet resilience of Celtic women throughout history. The name feels rare and luminous, like a hidden gem waiting to be discovered.
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Syllable Breakdown
1. eil (prefix)
2. idh (suffix)
This breakdown helps explain how the final name is built and why it sounds the way it does.
Eilidh Name Meaning and Style
Eilidh is a female name of Gaelic / Scottish Gaelic / Scottish / Scottish Highland origin, meaning little flame.
It appears in the Baby Girl, Celtic, elegant name collections and has 2 syllables. Browse the related Gaelic / Scottish Gaelic / Scottish / Scottish Highland names below for alternatives with a similar background.
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