GirlIrish origin

Niamh: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

A radiant maiden from the land of eternal youth.

Origin
Irish
Syllables
1
Current rank
#4200
Peak
#2319 in 2001

Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.

Popularity over time

Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)

1969: #829019691980: #790119801990: #900219902000: #253020002005: #289120052010: #367420102015: #420220152020: #42002020#1#9002

What Niamh Means

Niamh is a girl name of Irish origin. A radiant maiden from the land of eternal youth.

How Popular Niamh Is

Niamh currently ranks #4200 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #2319 in 2001. It has been easing off its high.

Good to Know About Niamh

  • Niamh is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
  • Niamh is a name with Celtic Irish roots.
  • It draws from ancient mythology and legend.

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Sibling Names for Niamh

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Questions About Niamh

What does Niamh mean?

Niamh is a girl name of Irish origin. A radiant maiden from the land of eternal youth.

How popular is Niamh?

Niamh currently ranks #4200 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #2319 in 2001. It has been easing off its high.

Where does Niamh come from?

Niamh comes from Irish roots. Niamh is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.

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