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Niamh
Niamh is an Irish name meaning 'bright' or 'radiant.' It is often associated with beauty and light, embodying a sense of elegance and charm. The name evokes an image of someone who brings sunshine into the lives of those around them.
Key Stats
| Total births | 1,617 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 2004 |
| Peak generation | Gen Z |
| First recorded | 1989 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NY — 36%MA — 25%CA — 20%IL — 12%PA — 6%
Notable People
Niamh Cusack (Actress, known for her role in *The Royal Family*) · Niamh McGirr (Irish singer-songwriter) · Niamh Algar (Actress, known for *The Virtues*) · Niamh O'Connor (Irish journalist and author) · Niamh Shaw (Irish scientist and performer)
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