Amanda
Amanda is the Irish form for the female given name Amanda.
Amanda is used as a female given name.
Meaning: female given name (name)
Did you know?
- When calling out to Amanda in Irish, you use the form A Mhánda. The 'A' is a vocative particle that changes the spelling of the name to indicate you are addressing her directly.
- In Irish, the meaning of Amanda is interpreted through its Latin root, translating to 'worthy of love'. This contrasts with many native Irish names that derive from nature or warfare.
- While 'Amanda' is a common name in English, it is actually quite rare in traditional Irish-speaking communities (Gaeltachtaí) where names like 'Siobhán' or 'Aoife' dominate.
Examples in context
- A Iníon Amanda, conas atá tú inniu?Miss Amanda, how are you today?
Example conversation
Two friends are talking about a person at a cafe.
- CianAn bhfuil Amanda anseo?Is Amanda here?
- SiobhánNíl sí anseo, ach tá a máthair anseo.She is not here, but her mother is here.
- CianAn bhfuil Amanda ag teacht?Is Amanda coming?
- SiobhánTá sí ag teacht anois.She is coming now.
