Aherne

Celtic

"owner of horses"

Aherne Origin and Meaning

The name Aherne is a boy's name.

Aherne is a masculine name of Irish Gaelic origin, derived from the surname Ó hEachtighearna, meaning 'descendant of the horse lord' or 'lord of horses.' This name reflects Ireland's historical connection to horsemanship and the importance of horses in Celtic culture. As a first name, Aherne is extremely rare, with most people encountering it primarily as a family name carried by notable Irish families. The name has a distinctly Irish sound while being relatively straightforward to pronounce. Aherne offers parents seeking a connection to Irish heritage an uncommon option with aristocratic undertones and a strong connection to nature and traditional Celtic values.