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Name Origin

Niamh is an Irish Gaelic female given name meaning 'bright' or 'radiant'. It is pronounced NEEV (with the emphasis on the first syllable).

irishgaelicfemininebrightradiantmythological

Famous People

Niamh Kavanagh (1968-)

Singer

  • Winner of the Eurovision Song Contest in 1993 with the song 'In Your Eyes'

Niamh Cusack

Actress

  • Known for roles in television series like 'Heartbeat' and 'The Bill'
  • Performed extensively on stage

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