Niamh
ni(a)-mh
US Popularity:5579
Origin:Irish
Meaning:Bright; Radiant
The baby girl name Niamh originates from Old Irish and means “bright” and “radiant”. Niamh is found in Irish mythology as “daughter of the sea god, Manannan mac Lir” and “princess of the golden hair”. But as beautiful as the goddess was hailed to be, it was only in the early 1900s that the name Niamh became popular throughout Western Europe. Today, Niamh is associated with successful artists, singers, actresses, and even top Irish rugby players. With a name packing so much star-power, your baby Niamh can shine just as bright.
How Popular Is The Name Niamh?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Niamh is currently #1279 on The Bump
Girl:Niamh is currently #915 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Niamh is currently #5579 in U.S. births
Girl:Niamh is currently #3148 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2024
#3148
in 2024
+ 1180
from 2023
Sources
WordSense, WordSense
Behind the Name, Niamh, June 2023
Library Ireland, Irish Names
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