Is Aine Irish for Anne?

Áine (meaning "brightness" or "radiance") is accepted as Anna and Anne (Áine was the name of an Irish Celtic goddess). Some Irish given names may have no equivalent in English (being simply spelt phonetically in an Anglo-Roman way).
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Does Aine mean Anne?

ÁINE, genitive idem (the same), Anne, Anna; an ancient Irish name; still common, but now merged in the Hebrew Ánna, which see.
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What is Aine Irish for?

Áine (Irish pronunciation: [ˈaːnʲə]) is an Irish female given name. It means "radiance" and was the name of the Irish Celtic goddess of wealth and summer: Áine. Notable people with the name include: Áine Brady (born 1954), Irish Fianna Fáil politician and teacher.
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What does Anne mean in Celtic?

Áine (pronunciation: AWN-ya or AW-neh) meaning "brightness, radiance, splendor" in Irish, was an Irish Celtic goddess of prosperity and the summer solstice. There are a number of ancient sites called Cnoc Áine after her.
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What is Annie in Irish?

EITHNE, genitive idem (the same), Eithne, Ethna, Etney, (Annie); an Irish personal name, meaning 'a kernel'; borne by three virgin saints.
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What is the prettiest Irish name?

The 11 Most Beautiful Irish Names and What They Mean
  • Saoirse. Saoirse (pronounced seer-sha) is a feminine name that rose to popularity during the 1920s. ...
  • Caoimhe. ...
  • Aoife. ...
  • Fionnoula. ...
  • Dáithí ...
  • Cara. ...
  • Ardál. ...
  • Aisling.
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What is the most popular Irish girl name?

These are the most popular baby girl names in Ireland.
  • Sophia.
  • Molly.
  • Saoirse.
  • Sadie.
  • Evie.
  • Kate.
  • Aoife.
  • Freya.
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How do you spell Ann in Irish?

Áine (meaning "brightness" or "radiance") is accepted as Anna and Anne (Áine was the name of an Irish Celtic goddess). Some Irish given names may have no equivalent in English (being simply spelt phonetically in an Anglo-Roman way).
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What does Anne mean in the Bible?

More info about the name "Anne"

Anne is a variant of Anna. Anna is most likely a variant of a Hebrew name Hannah, meaning "gracious" or "favored", because in the Bible she was a sincere and merciful woman.
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What is the Irish version of Mary?

Muire (English: Mary) is an Irish name given exclusively to the Blessed Virgin Mary. The Irish name Máire is typically used for the name Mary.
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What is Áine English?

aîné noun. senior [noun] (also adjective) (a person who is) older in years or higher in rank or authority.
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What is Áine goddess of?

Áine (Irish pronunciation: [ˈaːnʲə]) is an Irish goddess of summer, wealth and sovereignty. She is associated with midsummer and the sun, and is sometimes represented by a red mare. She is the daughter of Egobail, the sister of Aillen and/or Fennen, and is claimed as an ancestor by multiple Irish families.
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Is Áine a common name?

One of the most popular baby names in Ireland, Aine's spelling and pronunciation might seem simple but could prove confusing in the U.S.
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What is the Irish for Elizabeth?

Eilís. Eilís is the Irish form of “Elizabeth”. A beautiful feminine name meaning 'God is my Oath', it is usually pronounced Ay-lish.
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What does Anya mean in Irish?

MEANING: Ancient Irish name from the noun aine that means “splendor, radiance, brilliance.” Aine is connected with fruitfulness and prosperity.
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Does Aine mean fairy?

Meaning of Aine

Sídhe (pronounced "Shee") are the fairy folk of Ireland. Áine (pronounced "on-yah" or "awn-yah") as a name means “splendor, radiance, brilliance.”
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What is a nickname for Anne?

Common Nicknames for Anne: Annie.
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What nationality is the name Anne?

Anne, alternatively spelled Ann, is a form of the Latin female given name Anna. This in turn is a representation of the Hebrew Hannah, which means 'favour' or 'grace'. Related names include Annie.
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Is there a Saint Anne?

St. Anne is one of the patron saints of Brittany and Canada and of women in labour. As the grandparents of Jesus, Anne and her husband Joachim are also considered the patron saints of grandparents; their feast day is celebrated on July 26.
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What does Ann mean in Gaelic?

The preposition ann primarily means "in" although it has some secondary usages marking stative constructions, occupations and professions, as well as being used as the word meaning "there" in existentials, and the augment found with predicate clefts.
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What does the name Anna mean in Irish?

MEANING: Ancient Irish name from the noun aine that means “splendor, radiance, brilliance.” Aine is connected with fruitfulness and prosperity.
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Is Diane an Irish name?

Diana is a Roman name meaning, perhaps "goddess." Diane is a French form. This name has never been translated into Irish, but you could use the name Bríd /BREEJ/ (Brigid), perhaps.
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What do you call a pretty Irish girl?

1. colleen - an Irish girl.
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What is an Irish princess called?

Aoibhinn – a popular name for princesses

Pronounced 'ay-veen', the Irish name Aoibhinn means 'pleasant' or 'radiant beauty'. The name Aoibhinn was a common name given to princesses in the royal families of Ireland throughout history, giving it that royal feel.
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What Irish name means beautiful girl?

Aoife. Aoife is an Irish name for girls meaning “beautiful” or “radiant.” Aoife, pronounced EE-fa, most likely derives from the Gaelic word “aoibh,” meaning “beauty.” According to Irish legend, Aoife was a fierce female warrior who was in constant conflict with her sister, Scáthach.
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