Eithne Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Eithne Name at a Glance

Name	Eithne
Meaning	Ardent, graceful. Variant of Eshne: Little fire, from Irish Gaelic.
Origin	Irish
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Eithne Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Eithne means “Ardent, graceful. Variant of Eshne: Little fire, from Irish Gaelic”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Eithne Name Origin

Our database records Eithne under Irish origin. Browse more Irish baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Eithne a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Eithne is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Eithne

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