Athol as a Baby Name. Meaning and Origin of Athol

What is the meaning of the name Athol ?

The baby name Athol is a unisex name 2 syllables long and is pronounced ATH-uhl.

Athol is Scottish in Origin.

Athol is a name of Scottish origin, meaning "new Ireland" or "place of the ford". It is derived from the Gaelic word "ath" meaning "ford" and "dail" meaning "field". The name has been in use since the 19th century and was popularized by the Scottish writer and poet, Robert Louis Stevenson, who named his estate in Samoa "Vailima" which means "five rivers" in Samoan, but is also similar in meaning to Athol.

The name Athol is considered to be a unisex name, although it is more commonly used for boys. It is pronounced as "A-thol" with the emphasis on the first syllable. The name has been used by several notable people, including Athol Fugard, a South African playwright, and Athol Guy, an Australian musician.

The name Athol is composed of two parts, "ath" and "dail". "Ath" means "ford" and is a common element in many Scottish place names. "Dail" means "field" and is also a common element in Scottish place names. Together, the name Athol means "place of the ford" or "new Ireland". The name has a strong Scottish heritage and is a popular choice for parents looking for a unique and meaningful name for their child.