Irish girl name
Nemain Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Nemain means frenzy. From Old Irish nemain, a word associated with frenzy or panic in battle.
Nemain is a goddess of war in Irish tradition, linked with the confusion and panic of the battlefield. In the sagas she is sometimes named as a companion or aspect of the Mórrígan, and the name also appears in the old story of the Táin. The Irish form is Neamhain, with the mh sounding like v. Nemain is a very rare name, strong and short, with a sound that is unusual without being difficult. It suits parents who like the darker, fiercer side of Irish myth, and wish to honour a goddess of war.
Variants of Nemain
NeamhainNemhainNeman
Nemain popularity: Ireland vs the US
Nemain 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 Nemain mean?
Nemain means "frenzy". From Old Irish nemain, a word associated with frenzy or panic in battle.
How do you pronounce Nemain?
Nemain is pronounced NEV-an.
What is the origin of Nemain?
Nemain is of Irish origin. From Old Irish nemain, a word associated with frenzy or panic in battle.