What origin is the name Nighinn?

Nighinn comes from Scottish naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

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Names from the same scottish tradition pair naturally with Nighinn — for example Rory, Malcolm, Lennox. You can browse more on our scottish names page.

Nighinn

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Nighinn

Girl

Scottish

2 syllables

Nighinn is a Scottish girl's name meaning "Young woman.".

With Scottish roots, Nighinn is a girl name that means "Young woman.". It has 2 syllables.

Origin: Scottish
Gender: Girl
Syllables: 2

Meaning compiled from public name lists.

Last updated 22 October 2026.

Meaning

Young woman.

Popularity

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What does Nighinn mean?

Nighinn is a girl name of Scottish origin meaning "Young woman.".

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