About the name
- Origin
- Irish
- English version
- Orla, Orlaith
- Variants
- Órla, Orlaith
- Stronghold region
- All-Ireland
Overview
The original form of Órla, borne by Órlaith ingen Cennétig, niece of Brian Boru.
The story behind Órlaith
A common name in royal Gaelic families, reflecting the cultural prestige of golden colour.
Mythology & legend
Non-mythological; royal Gaelic name.
Did you know?
Órlaith ingen Murchada was the wife of Dónal mac Néill, High King of Ireland in the 11th century.
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