Radiance, brilliance, or joy
Derived from the Old Irish word 'áine', this name is deeply rooted in Irish mythology. It is the name of the queen of the Munster fairies and a goddess associated with the summer, wealth, and sovereignty. In folklore, she is often linked to the sun and the midsummer harvest.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The Irish goddess of summer, wealth, and sovereignty · Irish Mythology
Irish harpist and singer
Irish children's writer and poet laureate
Irish radio and television broadcaster
