Girl Name · Irish Origin
Una
Una — a girl name from the Irish tradition — is an uncommon, standout choice. Its meaning, "One", anchors the name in something deeper than sound alone. If Undra is on your shortlist, Una belongs in the same conversation.
Una meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: One
Origin: Irish naming roots help connect Una to related Irish baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Una as U·N·A, with 3 letters and a girl usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Una is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Una variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Unaa, Unae, Unay, Un.
- Nicknames: Una works as its own nickname.
- Middle names: Pair Una with a middle name that balances its short sound; start with the Una middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Undra, Uri pair naturally with Una.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Una
What does the name Una mean?
Una means "One" and is of Irish origin.
What is the origin of Una?
Una originates in Irish naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Una?
Una has 3 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Una a boy's or girl's name?
Una is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Una in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Una sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Una?
Names that share Una's sound and style include Undra, Uri.
What middle names pair well with Una?
Good middle-name fits for Una pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Una is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Una is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Una?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Una share its rhythm without rhyming — Undra, Uri all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.