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Nimue

NIM-oo-ay

Nimue is a girl’s name of Celtic origin, meaning “A name of uncertain origin, often associated with the enchantress or Lady of the Lake in Arthurian legend. It's sometimes linked to Welsh or Celtic roots.”. It currently ranks #16954 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2021.

Letters5
Syllables3
OriginCeltic

What Nimue Means

A name of uncertain origin, often associated with the enchantress or Lady of the Lake in Arthurian legend. It's sometimes linked to Welsh or Celtic roots.

The Story of Nimue

Imagine a name whispered on the wind, carried from the misty shores of Arthurian legend.

Nimue, a name of Celtic whispers, is most famously known as the powerful enchantress and Lady of the Lake in Arthurian lore. Its roots are intertwined with ancient magic and the mystical landscapes of Britain. While its precise etymology remains shrouded in mystery, it evokes a sense of deep, untamed nature.

This name calls to you when you feel the pull of something ancient and powerful. It's for your daughter, who you see possessing a quiet strength and a deep well of wisdom, someone who moves through the world with an innate, serene magic.

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Numerology

1

The Leader

Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.

Famous Namesakes

  • Nimue

    Enchantress from Arthurian legends, Lady of the Lake.

Personality Traits

mysteriousmagicalwiseserene

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#19 in 2021

Total Births

103

First Recorded

2001

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