In Irish folklore, Cian was the son of Dian Cecht, of the Tuatha Dé Danann, which was a supernatural race.Ĭian mac Máelmuaid was also the name of the son-in-law of the former Irish High King of Munster Brian Boru. CianĬian is a short name with a big story behind it. He was said to be a fearless warrior and hunter and founded the warrior group known as the Fianna. It is derived from the Irish name Fionn (pronounced f-yun).įionn Mac Cumhall (also called Finn McCool), was a prominent figure in Irish legend. Finnįinn is a hugely popular name in both Ireland and the US, as well as around the world. In this story, Oisín spent 300 years in the mythical land but it only felt like three years to him, so as soon as he steps foot in Ireland after that time, he immediately ages 300 years and dies. Oisín appears in one of the most famous stories from Irish legend, Tír-na-nÓg, which means Land of Eternal Youth. Read more: Unusual Irish boys' names and their unique meanings Oisín Here are Irish boys' names from folklore and legend that are still used today. Some of them have remained the same, and some of them have been slightly Anglicized.īut they are worth knowing about because some of the stories behind them are wonderful. Many of the names that are found in these stories are still popular for baby boys in Ireland and around the world today. Irish mythology and folklore is full of mighty heroes, warriors, and supernatural beings.
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