Sorcha
Girl name · Irish · pronounced SUR-kah
Verified name
What does Sorcha mean?
Bright, radiant
Origin and language
Irish
Language family: Irish|Scottish
Popularity in the United States
Ranked No. 941 in the U.S. in 2025, so it is uncommon. Source: U.S. Social Security Administration data.
Popularity in England and Wales
No. 5927 in England and Wales in 2025
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Related names, nicknames, and variants
Nickname: Sorch
Variant: Sarah
Related: Clara
Using Sorcha across cultures
Ancient Gaelic name meaning bright.
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