Sunniva — Scandinavian form of the Old English name Sunngifu, which meant "sun gift" from the Old English elements sunne "sun" and giefu "gift". This was the name of a legendary English saint who was shipwrecked in Norway and killed by the inhabitants.
Saintly namesake: Sunniva is a legendary Irish princess who became the patron saint of Western Norway. She is honored for her faith and is celebrated in Norwegian tradition. (July 8)
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