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BoyPronounced Irish /ˈa.lʲɪlʲ/

Ailill

A name meaning "elf".

Quick answer

Ailill is a boy name meaning "elf".

Pronunciation: Irish /ˈa.lʲɪlʲ/.

GenderBoy
Meaningelf
PronunciationIrish /ˈa.lʲɪlʲ/

Meaning and history

The name means "elf" in Irish. This name was borne by several early Irish kings. It also occurs frequently in Irish legend, borne for example by the husband of Queen Medb. It was also the name of two saints, both bishops of Armagh in the 6th century.

Notes and context

Usage: old irish, irish mythology