About the name
- Origin
- Irish
- English version
- Finola, Nuala, Fenella
- Variants
- Fionnghuala, Fionola
- Stronghold region
- All-Ireland
Overview
The modern spelling of Fionnghuala, name of the swan-daughter of Lir; in continuous use since the medieval period.
The story behind Fionnuala
The contemporary spelling used since the Gaelic Revival; popular as Nuala in shorter form.
Mythology & legend
Modern form of Fionnghuala — eldest of the Children of Lir.
Did you know?
The Children of Lir are said to have been released from their swan-shape only on hearing the first Christian bell in Ireland.
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