What is the origin of the name Caoimhe?

Caoimhe is a name of Irish origin.

How popular is the name Caoimhe?

Caoimhe is currently ranked #8519 in the United States and is stable in popularity.

How do you pronounce Caoimhe?

Caoimhe is pronounced KWEE-vah.

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GirlIrish

Caoimhe

KWEE-vah

Popularity

#8519

stable

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Irish

Total Births

331

Peak Year

#19 in 2007

First Recorded

1996

Style

Soft & Gentle, Vintage

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

An Irish name meaning 'gentle,' 'beautiful,' or 'precious.' It is often associated with grace and kindness.

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Keeva Queeva

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Numerology

The Creative

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Nicknames

Keeva Queeva

Spelling Variations

Keeva Kiva Quiva

Similar Names

Aoife Niamh Saoirse Clodagh

Personality Traits

GentleKindBeautifulGraceful

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