The baby name Eithne is a Female name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced EN-ya (EN-yuh) /ˈɛn.jə/,ETH-na (ETH-nuh) /ˈɛθnə/.
Eithne is Irish in Origin.
The baby name Eithne is a Female name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced EN-ya (EN-yuh) /ˈɛn.jə/,ETH-na (ETH-nuh) /ˈɛθnə/.
Eithne is Irish in Origin.
Eithne (Irish Éithne) is a classic Gaelic feminine name rooted in Old Irish eithne, “kernel, grain, seed,” evoking the idea of essence or life-giving core. It appears throughout early Irish tradition: borne by several saints (including the mother of St Columba) and by legendary figures such as Ethniu/Eithne, mother of the god Lugh, and Eithne Tháebfhota in medieval lore. The name was well-attested in the annals and remained in use in Gaelic-speaking communities before a 19th–20th century revival.
Pronounced variously as EN-ya or ETH-na depending on region, Éithne has produced several anglicized forms and variants: Enya (popularized globally by the singer), Ethna/Ethne, and, historically in Ireland, Ena and even Edna despite different origins. Modern bearers often prefer the acute-accent spelling Éithne. The meaning and ancient pedigree give the name a quiet strength balanced by its lyrical sound.
Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.
| Country | Gender | Year | Rank | Born | of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ireland | Girls | 2013 | #1 | — | 969 |
| AE | 0 | #187 | 1 | 10,220 | |
| SG | 0 | #282 | 1 | 11,010 | |
| MU | Girls | 0 | #362 | 1 | 8,539 |
| OM | Girls | 0 | #424 | 1 | 15,987 |
| PT | Girls | 0 | #470 | 2 | 7,952 |
| PA | Girls | 0 | #518 | 1 | 9,861 |
| AE | Girls | 0 | #597 | 1 | 20,968 |
| HK | Girls | 0 | #650 | 1 | 16,104 |
| United States | Girls | 2007 | #952 | 5 | 10,181 |
| SA | Girls | 0 | #1,014 | 1 | 25,931 |
| ZA | Girls | 0 | #1,235 | 2 | 25,928 |
Eithne is popular in 10 countries — most recent births per country:
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