Odrán

Odrán is a masculine given name of Irish origin. It represents the Irish form of Odhrán, a diminutive form linked to a root name commonly associated with fire. The name is frequently interpreted as meaning “little fire,” though etymologies differ among sources and the exact derivation is not universally agreed.

In Irish orthography the name appears as Ódrán or Odhrán, with anglicized spellings such as Odran and Odhran used in English-language contexts. Pronunciation in Irish is typically approximated in English as OH-drawn, with the second syllable resembling the word “drawn.”

Usage and distribution: Odrán is primarily used in Ireland and among Irish diaspora communities. It is part of a broader revival and maintenance of traditional Irish names and appears in contemporary Irish fiction, media, and naming practices. While it remains relatively uncommon compared with more widely used names, it has established a recognizable presence within Irish onomastics.

Cultural and contextual notes: The name is embedded in Irish cultural and literary contexts as a traditional Gaelic form. It is sometimes encountered in historical and liturgical references, and its variants reflect ongoing practices of Gaelic-English transliteration. Odrán serves as an example of how Gaelic given names endure in modern times through spelling variants and continued usage. See also the related form Odhrán for broader connections within Irish naming traditions.