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Niamh

Niamh is an Irish name derived from the ancient name Niaṁ. The meaning of Niamh is ‘radiant or bright’. In the mythology of Pre-Christian Ireland, Niamh is the female offspring of the sea god Manannán mac Lir and the queen of Tír na nÓg, the land of eternal youth. She was the companion of the legendary hero Oisin. Niamh is a common first name in Ireland and among the Irish diaspora.

Gender

Girl

Meaning

bright

Origin

Irish Gaelic

Numerology

N is for nice, need I say more?

I is for inspire, others seek your guidance.

A is for affirm, the certainty of knowledge.

M is for mystery, the part of you that cannot be explained.

H is for hug, give one today!

Lucky

Niamh lucky number is 9.

The mission for 9 is to reach its highest state of consciousness, and to help others also achieve this spiritual awareness. 9 is not afraid to transform, and its malleable spirit inspires others to explore their own ranges of motion. Since 9, in many ways, has transcended the physical plane, it must constantly remember to anchor itself.

Famous People Named Niamh

  • Niamh Cusack Irish actress
  • Niamh Kavanagh Irish singer
  • Niamh McGrady Northern Irish actress
  • Niamh O'Brien Irish dancer, wife of Riverdance costar Michael Flatley
  • Niamh Wilson Canadian actress
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Niamh in Pop Culture

  • Niamh heroine of Christina Baker Kline's novel "Orphan Train"
  • Niamh of the Golden Hair princess of Tir na nOg, a fanatical island to the west of Ireland where nobody ever grows old
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