The name Nairne is a girl's name of Scottish origin meaning "river with alder trees".

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A name with a pleasing nature meaning, a surname style, and pleasant Scottish burr. Reminiscent of Mare, Raine, and Blair, it is as yet undiscovered as a first name. 

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Nairne

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Nairne is a masculine name with Scottish origins, derived from a place name in Perthshire, Scotland. As a surname, it has been used for centuries before occasionally transitioning to first-name usage. The name likely relates to the Gaelic 'an fheàrna' referring to alder trees or an alder forest. Nairne has an aristocratic association in Scotland, as it was the title of a Scottish barony and peerage. With its distinctive sound and spelling, the name carries an air of refined Scottish heritage. Though rare as a first name globally, Nairne offers parents seeking Scottish or Celtic names an uncommon option with authentic roots. The name's simplicity and subtle strength give it a contemporary appeal despite its historical origins.

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