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Aodh

A name meaning "fire".

PronunciationIrish /ˈeː/; Irish /ˈiː/; Scottish Gaelic /ˈɯːɣ/; Scottish Gaelic /ˈɯː/
Usage languagesIrish, Irish Mythology, Scottish Gaelic

Meaning and history

Aodh is derived from Old Irish Áed, meaning “fire.” It was a very popular name in early Ireland, borne by many figures in Irish mythology and several high kings, and it was traditionally Anglicized as Hugh.

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