Irish girl name
Nóinín Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Nóinín means daisy. From the Irish word nóinín, meaning daisy
Nóinín is the Irish word for daisy and is also used as a girl's name, in the same spirit as English flower names. Daisies are a symbol of innocence and simplicity in many cultures, and the name captures that fresh, spring feeling. It is pronounced NOH-neen, with the stress on the first syllable and a long vowel. The name is rare, though it has been heard in Irish-language circles for some time, and it is a warm choice for a family wanting a nature name from the Irish language. Nóinín goes well with other floral names such as Bláithín.
Variants of Nóinín
NoininNoineen
Nóinín popularity: Ireland vs the US
In 2025 Nóinín ranked #527 in Ireland (6 babies). It is too rare to appear in US rankings.
Ireland (girls)
Rank among babies of the same sex, 1 = most popular (log scale). Ranks below #10,000 sit on the bottom edge. Gaps mean fewer than 3 Irish or 5 US babies that year.
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 Nóinín mean?
Nóinín means "daisy". From the Irish word nóinín, meaning daisy.
How do you pronounce Nóinín?
Nóinín is pronounced NOH-neen.
What is the origin of Nóinín?
Nóinín is of Irish origin. From the Irish word nóinín, meaning daisy.