Saoirse Applegate

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Saoirse Applegate — freedom, liberty
180K People worldwide
Ireland Most common in
2010s Peak popularity
Gender
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Saoirse Applegate is a name that combines Celtic origins. The first name Saoirse is a feminine given name of Celtic origin. From Irish Gaelic saoirse, meaning 'freedom, liberty.' A distinctly Irish name popularized internationally by actress Saoirse Ronan. The surname Applegate: Andrew J. Applegate (1833–1870), American politician Celia Applegate, American historian Christina Applegate (born 1971), American actress Colleen Applegate, American actress known as Shauna Grant Dan Applegate, American engineer David Applegate, American computer scientist Debby Applegate (born 1968), American historian and biographer Dick Applegate, British army general Douglas Applegate (1928–2021), American politician Eddie Applegate (1935–2016), American actor Fred Applegate (baseball) (1879–1968), American baseball player Fred Applegate (actor) (born 1953), American actor, singer and dan. Saoirse is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 180K people globally, with the highest concentration in Ireland. The name Saoirse reached peak popularity in the 2010s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Saoirse

Meaning: freedom, liberty

Celtic

From Irish Gaelic saoirse, meaning 'freedom, liberty.' A distinctly Irish name popularized internationally by actress Saoirse Ronan.

Surname: Applegate

English

Andrew J. Applegate (1833–1870), American politician Celia Applegate, American historian Christina Applegate (born 1971), American actress Colleen Applegate, American actress known as Shauna Grant Dan Applegate, American engineer David Applegate, American computer scientist Debby Applegate (born 1968), American historian and biographer Dick Applegate, British army general Douglas Applegate (1928–2021), American politician Eddie Applegate (1935–2016), American actor Fred Applegate (baseball) (1879–1968), American baseball player Fred Applegate (actor) (born 1953), American actor, singer and dan.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Saoirse is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

Ireland 76%
United Kingdom 17%
United States 7%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Saoirse by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name Saoirse has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • Sersha
  • Sirsha

Notable People Named Saoirse Applegate

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Saoirse Applegate:

7
Expression Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

6
Soul Urge Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Saoirse?
The first name Saoirse originates from Celtic. From Irish Gaelic saoirse, meaning 'freedom, liberty.' A distinctly Irish name popularized internationally by actress Saoirse Ronan.
When was Saoirse most popular?
The name Saoirse reached its peak popularity during the 2010s.
What is the origin of the surname Applegate?
The surname Applegate originates from English. Andrew J. Applegate (1833–1870), American politician Celia Applegate, American historian Christina Applegate (born 1971), American actress Colleen Applegate, American actress known as Shauna Grant Dan Applegate, American engineer David Applegate, American computer scientist Debby Applegate (born 1968), American historian and biographer Dick Applegate, British army general Douglas Applegate (1928–2021), American politician Eddie Applegate (1935–2016), American actor Fred Applegate (baseball) (1879–1968), American baseball player Fred Applegate (actor) (born 1953), American actor, singer and dan.
What are the origins of the name Saoirse Applegate?
The name Saoirse Applegate combines two different traditions: the first name Saoirse has Celtic roots, while the surname Applegate originates from English.
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