Aithne
a(i)-th-ne
Origin:Irish
Meaning:To be acquainted with, to know; Fire
Aithne is a beautiful feminine name with Irish roots. In the Irish language, the word aithne means "to be acquainted with" or "to know," fitting definitions for a little one who everyone will want to meet! As a first name, Aithne could be a variant of Eithne, another Irish title meaning "kernel" or "grain." Some sources link Aithne and Eithne to the translation of "fire," though this interpretation may not be accurate. As sweet Aithne grows up, they'll discover just how much they can achieve with the tiniest grain of courage.
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Behind the Name, Aithne, January 2022
Teanglann, aithne
Behind the Name, Eithne, January 2022
Name Doctor, Aithne
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