Muirne
/ˈmʊrʲ.nʲə/noun
An Irish feminine given name, traditionally associated with belovedness or affection.
Did you know?Muirne is an old Irish name tied to the Gaelic idea of being beloved, and it survives in tradition as a name carrying affection rather than a literal object or title.
Etymological Timeline
Old Irish
OIr
muirne
“belovedness, affection; also used as a feminine personal name”
Middle Irish
MIr
muirne
“dearness, fondness; affectionate name element”
Modern Irish
Ga
muirne
“affection, endearment; belovedness”
Modern English
English
Muirne
“An Irish feminine given name”