Irish girl name
Boann Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Boann means white cow. From the name of the river goddess of the Boyne, traditionally 'she of the white cows'
Boann is the goddess of the River Boyne in Irish mythology, whose name in Irish, An Bhóinn, gave the river its name. In the tradition of Dindshenchas, she defied the sacred well of wisdom, and the waters rose up to form the river. The name is traditionally explained as meaning white cow, or she of the white cows, a symbol of plenty. Boann is rare as a given name but has a soft, mythic sound and is easy to pronounce. It would suit a family from the Boyne Valley or anyone drawn to Ireland's water goddesses.
Computer-generated voice, as a guide to pronunciation.
Variants of Boann
BoandBóinnBoyne
Boann popularity: Ireland vs the US
Boann does not appear in the official Irish or US baby name rankings, which only list names given to a handful of babies a year. It is a rare choice in both countries.
Data: US Social Security Administration (public domain) and Central Statistics Office, Ireland (CC BY 4.0). Irish accented spellings (such as Síle) are only recorded from 2018, so earlier years combine spellings.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Boann mean?
Boann means "white cow". From the name of the river goddess of the Boyne, traditionally 'she of the white cows'.
How do you pronounce Boann?
Boann is pronounced BOH-an.
What is the origin of Boann?
Boann is of Irish origin. From the name of the river goddess of the Boyne, traditionally 'she of the white cows'.