The Lady of the Lake
In Arthurian legend, Nimue is the primary name associated with the Lady of the Lake. She is a powerful sorceress who gives King Arthur his sword, Excalibur, and is famously known for enchanting the wizard Merlin. The name's exact etymology is debated, but it is deeply rooted in medieval British folklore and Celtic mythology.
Less common today
Nimue isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,355 in 2021.
The Lady of the Lake and protagonist · Cursed
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A character based on the Lady of the Lake · The Mists of Avalon
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
