Eimear

Eimear is a feminine first name that is regarded as a modern variant of the name Emer. Its meaning is often translated as 'the Swift' or 'the Agile'.

What does the name Eimear mean?

The name Eimear, a modern form of the name Emer, has a meaning that can be interpreted as 'the Swift' or 'the Agile'. Its roots are found in the ancient Irish word eimh, which means 'ready', 'quick', 'swift', or 'agile'. Alternatively, the name is also spelled Éimhear or Eimhir. The name gained recognition through the Irish legend of the character Emer.

Where does the name Eimear come from?

Eimear is a feminine first name of ancient Irish origin and means 'the Swift'. The ancient Irish root eimh consists of terms for 'ready', 'quick', 'swift', and 'agile'. The name is used in the Irish language.

How do you pronounce Eimear?

The sound and pronunciation of Eimear are soft and slightly elongated. In Irish pronunciation, the name usually sounds like 'I-mer' [ˈiːmər]. It begins with a long, calm vowel that conveys a sense of spaciousness. The gentle ending provides a controlled closure, giving the name a calm, flowing impression, with an even sound elongation.

Popularity

In Germany, Eimear is a rather rare name that has not yet appeared in the German name popularity lists. In 1998, Eimear reached its best ranking in Northern Ireland at position 31. In the last ten years, the name has been given about 330 times there, earning it the 66th place in the ten-year statistics. From 1997 to 2024, Eimear ranks 43rd in Northern Ireland.

Nicknames & pet names

Mear

Famous people

• Eimear McBride (writer from England)
• Eimear Okane (American film producer)
• Eimear Quinn (Eurovision Song Contest winner (Ireland 1996)
• Eimear Richardson (Irish cricketer)