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BOY’s Name
Áedán Gerard McManus
Áedán pronounced “Ay-den” early medieval Gaelic name (Aidan is a modern English spelling ).
It was relatively common in early medieval Ireland, and was the name of at least two 6th and 7th century saints. Usually translated into English as "little fire" or “fiery” similar. Áedán is thought to have originated from an Irish monk from the 7th century who established a monastery in Lindisfarne England. He was known for his generosity and kindheartedness.
Fascinating Facts:
There are key personality traits that describe individuals with the name Aiden. They are outgoing, creative individual who can tell a great joke. Loves to have fun but can be serious too. Likes to play, but can be helpful to others. These individuals are known to be knowledgeable, determined and thrives on pressure. Ruled by the number 6 in Numerology some character traits are: Balance, Community and Responsibility. This name is often compared to determined, hardworking individuals. Men with the name Aiden are often viewed as family men and great negotiators.
The Biblical translation of Aiden is Eden.
Aiden Namesake's: There are many places around the world that represent the name Aiden some vary in spelling. A few of the places that bear the name Aiden are listed below: In Rathgar, Dublin there is a bed and breakfast named St. Aiden's Guesthouse. Aidan's London Pub in England Aidan's Pub-Near Narragansett Bay in Bristol, RI. This restaurant has Irish and English favorites.
Girl’s Name
Áoife Paulina McManus
Áoife is pronounced “EE-feh” It is of Scottish, Irish and Gaelic origin, and its meaning is "beautiful, radiant". From "aoibh" meaning beauty. The name has also been associated with Esuvia, a Gaulish goddess, and was borne by several heroines in ancient Irish legend. Eva or Eve is the Anglicised form.
Aoife was the greast female warrior in the world. Aoife's language of origin is Celtic and it is predominantly used in Irish. Derived from the element aoibh which has the meaning 'beauty'. Aoife was a warrior princess in Irish mythology who initially fought the Ulster hero Cochulainn but later became his lover. The name was also borne by a daughter of King Dermot of Leinster, who married Richard de Clare, the 2nd Earl of Pembroke and leader of the 1169 Norman invasion of Ireland. The name is often Anglicized as Eva or Eve due to the similarity in proununciation. Eva has thus been a popular name in Ireland, and many historial Eva's were actually named Aoife.
