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Sorcha

“radiant”

sor-ka Irish, Gaelic origin 6 letters 2 syllables
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Sorcha

radiant

Irish, Gaelic

About this name

An Irish Gaelic name meaning bright or radiant. It is a traditional name with a strong, luminous quality.

Sorcha has a popularity score of 60 out of 100 in the Anbu Baby catalogue. It is most associated with the 2020s. It is pronounced sor-ka. It is traditionally associated with Celtic. It is associated with themes of Light, Beauty and Strength. It has 2 syllables and 6 letters. Related names in the catalogue include Saoirse and Siobhan.

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Meanings

Bright Shining

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Syllables

2

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What does the name Sorcha mean?

The name Sorcha means "radiant."

What origin is the name Sorcha?

Sorcha has Irish and Gaelic origins.

Is Sorcha a boy or girl name?

Sorcha is traditionally a girl's name.

How do you pronounce Sorcha?

Sorcha is pronounced sor-ka.

Is Sorcha popular?

Sorcha has a popularity score of 60 out of 100 in the Anbu Baby catalogue. It is most associated with the 2020s.

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