Niamh
Meaning
Bright
Origin
Irish
Pronunciation
/n'iːv/
Traits associated with the name Niamh:
Dogs named Niamh tend to be loving, good-natured, brave, and hard-working. This feminine name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Niamh?
Niamh is an Irish name meaning "bright" or "radiant," so it suggests that you have a positive outlook and appreciate the beauty of life.
Is Niamh a good dog name?
Niamh is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. Niamh isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Niamh is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Niamh was, in the past month, the 1112th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2025, Niamh is becoming a more popular moniker with new puppy owners. Our stats show that the name is more fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Niamh was viewed 37 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Niamh's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Niamh is most adored in Michigan, Kentucky and Arizona.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Virginia, Idaho and Indiana.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Niamh.
Niamh is found in these categories:
irish
Derived from Irish mythology, means "bright" or "radiant" in Gaelic.
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