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Eithne

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“Kernel, grain”

Eithne means "kernel, grain" in Irish. This was the name of a 5th-century Irish saint, sister of Saint Fidelma and follower of Saint Patrick.

Saintly namesake: Saint Eithne was a 5th-century Irish saint, daughter of King Lóegaire mac Néill, and is remembered for being baptized by St. Patrick. (February 26 · 5th century)

IrishScottish2 syllables · /ˈɛθ.nə/

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