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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Kernel or grain
- Origin
- Irish
- Pronunciation
- EN-yuh
Aithne is an Irish name, pronounced EN-yuh, that comes from the Irish word for a seed or kernel, so "kernel or grain" is its real meaning. You may see it described online as meaning "fire," but that claim isn't accurate. If you want a name with a small, grounded image behind it, a seed is a lovely one.
Meaning & Origin of Aithne
Meaning: Kernel or grain.
Origin: Irish.
A common claim: Aithne is an Irish name meaning 'fire'. Actually: Despite a widely repeated internet claim, this name derives from the Irish word for a seed or kernel, not fire.
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Aithne
EN-yuhIPA /ˈɛnjə/
Popularity of Aithne
Aithne does not appear in U.S. Social Security birth-name records (38,443 names on file, 1880–present) — likely too rare, too new, or recorded under a different spelling. No popularity rank or trend is shown rather than an invented one.
FAQ
What does the name Aithne mean?
Kernel or grain. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Aithne?
Aithne is pronounced EN-yuh (IPA: /ˈɛnjə/).
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