At a Glance: Name: Nimue – Origin: Arthurian legend (disputed, possibly Celtic) – Gender: Girl – Pronunciation: NIM-way
Nimue is an Arthurian legend (disputed, possibly Celtic) girl's name. It appears in 18 of our baby name lists.
Meaning & Origin of Nimue
Origin: Arthurian legend (disputed, possibly Celtic).
A common claim: Nimue means 'Lady of the Lake' Actually: 'Lady of the Lake' is Nimue's title/role in Arthurian legend, not a translation of her name -- the name's actual etymology is unclear.
How to Pronounce Nimue
Phonetic: NIM-way IPA: /ˈnɪmweɪ/
Popularity of Nimue
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 2001–2024.
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