Aoife
Found 3 entry about "Aoife"
EE-fyə(Irish)
Aoife Name meanings & History
From Old Irish Aífe, derived from oíph meaning "beauty" (modern Irish aoibh). This was the name of several characters in Irish legend, including a woman at war with Scáthach (her sister in some versions). She was defeated in single combat by the hero Cúchulainn, who spared her life on the condition that she bear him a child (Connla). Another legendary figure by this name appears in the Children of Lir as the jealous third wife of Lir.This name is sometimes Anglicized as Eve or Eva. Aoife is a popular Irish name that is commonly given to baby girls. It is used both as a first name and as a middle name.
Zodiac Sign of Aoife: Action Aries
Synonyms of Aoife:
A: Argumentative,Aggressive,Ambitious,Action,Assertive,Angry
O: Ostentatious,Organized,Obsolete,Obsessive,Obstinate
I: Intimate,Involved,Indulgence
F: Fiery,Fun-loving,Friendly,Festive
E: Entertain,Expressive,Enlighten,Enliven,Exaggerate,Environment
Aoife is:- a Classic name
- a Complex name
- a Natural name
- a Refined name
- a Serious name
- a Strange name
- a Wholesome name
- a Youthful name
Famous People
Some famous people with the name Aoife include Irish actress Aoife Duffin and Irish singer Aoife O'Donovan.
2.) AOIFE (Female)
Usage: Irish
Meanings: Ancient Irish name of uncertain derivation. Some believe it is from the Gaelic aoibh (beauty). Others think it to be a Gaelic form of Eva, which has also been used to Anglicize Aoife. In Ossianic poetry, Aoiffe is the name of the wife of Cuchullin. Var: Aoiffe. (EE-FYEH)
