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Irish Baby Name · Girl

Béibhinn

Pronounced: BAY-vin

Meaning: Fair lady, white-skinned woman

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About the name

Origin
Irish
English version
Bevin, Vivian
Variants
Bébinn, Bevin
Stronghold region
Leinster

Overview

Modern Irish spelling of Bébinn, borne by Béibhinn the mother of Brian Boru according to some traditions, and by figures in the Fenian Cycle.

The story behind Béibhinn

This modernised spelling reflects how Gaelic orthography evolved; the same legendary giantess is meant, but contemporary parents tend to choose the modern form.

Mythology & legend

Same Fenian figure as Bébinn.

Did you know?

Modern Irish spelling of Bébinn, more common in 20th-century baby-name lists than the older form.

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