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  • Beautiful Irish Names & Meanings: Traditional & Modern Baby Names

    by Roibeard de Párcaire

    Discover the magic behind traditional and modern Irish baby names! From timeless boys’ names like Tadgh and Liam to beautiful girls’ names like Niamh and Saoirse, explore their meanings, Celtic roots, and rich cultural heritage. Find the perfect Irish name for your little one today.

    Posted in Irish bay names, irish language, Irish name meanings, Irish name origins

  • 25 Funny Old Irish Sayings (and What They Really Mean)

    by Roibeard de Párcaire

    The Irish are famous for their way with words. Here are 25 funny old Irish sayings, explained in plain English. Some will make you laugh, others will make you think – all of them show the wit and humour of Ireland.

    Posted in Irish History, irish language

  • The Return of Gaeilge: From Suppression to Revival

    by Roibeard de Párcaire

    For centuries, the Irish language,Gaeilge-faced immense challenges. Colonization, famine, and cultural suppression left it on the brink of extinction. By the early 20th century, Irish was spoken daily in only a handful of communities, and many feared it would disappear altogether.

    Posted in irish language

  • Gaeilge: The Heartbeat of Ireland’s Soul

    by Roibeard de Párcaire
    The Irish language, or Gaeilge, is one of Europe’s oldest living languages and a cornerstone of Ireland’s cultural heritage. Far from being a relic...
    Posted in irish language