Eimear

EE-mer

Irish Gaelic

"swift"

Eimear Origin and Meaning

The name Eimear is a girl's name of Irish Gaelic origin meaning "swift".

Sometimes spelled Emer and pronounced "EE-mer," the legendary wife of Cuchulainn possessed the six gifts of womanhood: beauty, voice, speech, wisdom, chastity, and needlework. A fresh alternative to Emma, but the two have the potential to be frequently confused.

Popularity of the name Eimear

• 80 Ireland 2012

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Famous People Named Eimear

• Eimear McBride Irish novelist
• Eimear Quinn Irish singer, 1996 Eurovision Song Contest winner
• Eimear Ní Chonaola Irish TV journalist
• Eimear O'Kane Irish film producer