Nighinn as a Baby Name. Meaning and Origin of Nighinn

What is the meaning of the name Nighinn ?

The baby name Nighinn is a girl name 2 syllables long and is pronounced Nee-in.

Nighinn is in Origin.

Nighinn is a Scottish name that means "daughter of". It is a patronymic name that was traditionally used to indicate the father's name. For example, if a man's name was John, his daughter's name would be Nighinn John. This naming convention was common in Scottish until the 19th century when it was replaced by the use of surnames.

The name Nighinn is not commonly used as a first name in modern times. It is more commonly used as a surname or as part of a traditional Scottish name. The pronunciation of Nighinn is "nee-in" with the emphasis on the first syllable. The name is typically used for girls, as it indicates the father's name, but it can also be used for boys in some cases.

The origin of the name Nighinn is Scottish Gaelic. It is derived from the word "nighean" which means "daughter". The name is often used in combination with other Gaelic names, such as Nighinn Eoghainn (daughter of Eoghainn) or Nighinn Donnchaidh (daughter of Donnchaidh). The name is a reflection of the strong cultural heritage of Scottish and its Gaelic language.