Breakdown:
* Tiobraid: This means "well" or "spring".
* Árann: This refers to the Aran Islands, located off the coast of County Galway.
Therefore, Tiobraid Árann literally translates to "Well of the Aran Islands". It's believed that the name was chosen because of the location of the town near a spring and its historical connection to the Aran Islands.
This name is used in various contexts, including:
* The official Irish language name for the town.
* In local signage and maps.
* In Irish language literature and media.
While "Ennis" is the more common English name for the town, using "Tiobraid Árann" promotes the use of the Irish language and acknowledges the town's cultural heritage.