Ailbhe Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation

Ailbhe means white, bright; debated. From Old Irish Ailbe, of uncertain meaning, possibly white or bright

Ailbhe is an old Irish name that has been used for both men and women since early times. Saint Ailbe of Emly, a sixth-century Munster bishop, is one of the best-known early bearers, and in legend a girl called Ailbhe was reared by a wolf. The meaning is uncertain, though a link to white or bright has been suggested. The bh sounds like a v, giving AL-va. It is rare today, even in Ireland, and in English the sound is sometimes rendered Elva. It will appeal to families who like unusual choices with deep roots.

Variants of Ailbhe

AilbeElvaAlveAilve

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