Doris has had its day, as new research reveals which baby names are going 'extinct' in Ireland
A study of Irish birth records by Ancestry revealed which names have fallen from usage since 1917.
A study of Irish birth records by Ancestry revealed which names have fallen from usage since 1917.
Hey, people, learn to pronounce non-English names.
‘Where’s the ‘v’? Where’s the ‘v’?’
We regret to inform you that ‘Syllyan’ is not an acceptable alternative for Cillian.
He is speaking on behalf of everyone with an ‘unusual’ name.
ALL the big names.
TAD-A-GUH.
It’s tougher than it looks.
You’re growing in power, Declans.
Spell ‘Ó Flaithbheartaigh’ right the first time. We dare you.
The world can’t handle us.
No souvenir keychains for you :(
VICTORY!
Anything that makes life easier, we guess.
It’s tough out there.
Tis a constant uphill battle.
It’s not easy, you know.
“Nigel? Neil? Noel?”
Is it… Fiona?
Quee-va or Kee-va?
Crying for all the Sineads.
A constant ánnoyance.
A constant disappointment.
Shout out all the Ayoofs.
Is your name on the list?
It’s a hard knock life.
From now on, you must demand to be known as such.
Calling all Raisins, Osheens and Owfes.
Every damn time.
His reaction to Caoimhe…
Calling all Sadhbhs, Iarlas and Naoises!
“Hi Nimah!”
DOUGH-NAL!
This one goes out to all the Baldricks, Tykes and Chivonnes.
Do you know your Diarmuids from your Tadhgs? Take this quiz and find out.
“I don’t even know what A’s are anymore”
Top Gear presenter Oisín Tymon’s name has been the source of great confusion for British media.
Poor Baric.
“Grande for Zaif”
It’s just like “Susan”, right?
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