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Origin: Irish

Meaning: Of Éanna; Like a bird

As your little one’s dreams, wishes, and hopes take flight, their name, Enda, will be a reminder of their ability to soar to new heights! With Irish origins, Enda derives from the Old Gaelic phrase Éan dála, meaning “like a bird.” Enda is believed to be a more Anglicized form of Éanna, another Irish name with the same meaning. While more typically masculine, Enda can be used for any gender, with many notable Irish politicians, musicians, and athletes having carried the name.