Eiluned
Welsh
"idol, image"
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Eiluned Origin and Meaning
The name Eiluned is a girl's name.
Eiluned is a feminine Welsh name with ancient Celtic roots, derived from the element 'eilun' meaning 'image' or 'idol'. In Welsh legend, Eiluned appears as a handmaiden to the Lady of the Fountain in the Arthurian tales. The name is particularly associated with Wales and Welsh heritage, though it remains quite rare even within Wales. Its pronunciation (roughly eye-LIN-ed) can challenge English speakers, which has limited its use outside Welsh-speaking communities. Eiluned carries an ethereal, mystical quality with its unusual letter combination and ancient origins, appealing to parents seeking a name with authentic Celtic roots and literary connections.
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The name Eiluned in Pop Culture
- Eiluned and Eunicedaughters of Mr and Mrs Tom Jenkins in "How Green Was My Valley" (1939) by Richard Llewellyn
- Eiluned Pricefriend of Harriet Vane in the Dorothy L. Sayers mysteries