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Significado del nombreEilís

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Significado
The elegant Irish form of Elizabeth, signifying that God is my oath.
Origen
Irish Gaelic
Pronunciación
EYE-leesh

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Sobre el nombre Eilís

Eilís is the Irish Gaelic equivalent of the name Elizabeth, which derives from the Hebrew 'Elisheva' meaning 'God is my oath'. It gained prominence in Ireland following the arrival of the Anglo-Normans, evolving from the Old French form Aelis.

Contexto cultural

While historically widespread, Eilís remains a popular choice in Ireland today, particularly among families seeking a traditional name that bridges Irish heritage with a globally recognized biblical root.

Variantes y diminutivos

  • Eilish
  • Eyleen
  • Elizabeth
  • Eilíse
  • Lish

Personas famosas llamadas Eilís

  • Billie Eilish2010s-present

    Global pop superstar whose middle name is Eilish, the phonetic spelling of Eilís.

  • Eilís Dillon1920-1994

    Prolific Irish author known for children's literature and historical fiction.

  • Eilís Lacey1950s (fictional)

    The central protagonist of Colm Tóibín’s novel and film adaptation 'Brooklyn'.

  • Eilís Ní Dhuibhne1970s-present

    Acclaimed Irish novelist and short story writer who writes in both Irish and English.

Preguntas frecuentes

What does Eilís mean?
Eilís is the Irish form of Elizabeth, meaning 'God is my oath' or 'pledged to God'.
How do you pronounce Eilís?
It is typically pronounced 'EYE-leesh' or 'AY-leesh', depending on regional Irish dialects.
Is Eilís a boy or girl name?
Eilís is a female name and is the traditional Irish Gaelic version of the girl's name Elizabeth.

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