Emmy Samtani

Emmy Samtani

Emmy is the founder of Kiindred and mother to 3 little ones. Over the last 4 years, she has worked with some of the most credible experts in the parenting space and is a keen contributor on all things parenthood.
Updated on Aug 20, 2025

Among the tribes of Gaul, naming a boy often signaled martial prowess and devotion to nature-based spirituality. Influenced by a Celtic dialect older than French, names might reference revered animals, local gods, or heroic feats. Though overshadowed by Roman conquest, vestiges remain in place names and linguistic fragments. By selecting a Gaulish baby boy name, parents can channel historic valor and a deep connection to the land.

TOP 250 Gaulish Baby Boy Names

Brody -

Brody carries unique cultural or symbolic value.

Finley -

Of the Gaelic origin.

Quinn -

Descendant of conn

Rory -

Rory carries unique cultural or symbolic value.

Kade -

Of the name origin.

Killian -

Of leadership origin.

Ryan -

Little king

Owen -

Noble-born

Sullivan -

Associated with bold qualities.

Casey -

Casey carries unique cultural or symbolic value.

Riley -

Courageous

Ronin -

Ronin carries unique cultural or symbolic value.

Angus -

One choice

Lennon -

Lennon signifies 'a lover'.

Duncan -

Brown warrior

Keenan -

Little dark

Tyrone -

Lord

Seamus -

Seamus carries unique cultural or symbolic value.

Aidan -

Fiery

Cormac -

Cormac carries unique cultural or symbolic value.

Kennedy -

Associated with bold qualities.

Cian -

Cian carries unique cultural or symbolic value.

Blair -

Of Scottish origin, meaning "plain" or "field."

Malcolm -

Devotee of Saint Columba

Desmond -

From South Munster

Sean -

God is gracious

Alastair -

A Scottish form of Alexander, meaning "defender of the people."

Delano -

A variant of the surname de la Noye

Rooney -

Rooney means 'little red one'.

Corey -

Hollow

Neil -

Champion

Colm -

Dove

Devereaux -

A variant of the Gaulish tribe of the Eburovices

Glenn -

Glen

Craig -

Rock

arrow-icon
arrow-icon