More details about the name “Ygraine”
Ygraine name comes from Celtic girl names derived from the Old Welsh name Eigyr. This name is most famously associated with Arthurian legend where she is the mother of King Arthur. It is often linked to qualities like purity, honor and nobility. In Arthurian tales, it was the wife of Gorlois Duke of Cornwall and later married Uther Pendragon Arthur’s father.
Classic girl names like Ygraine are rare and steeped in history symbolizing maternal strength and destiny. It often appears in literature like Geoffrey of Monmouth’s Historia Regum Britanniae and modern adaptations such as the TV series Merlin. This name is pronounced ee-GRAYN or ih-GRAYN.
Variants like Igraine or the original Welsh Eigyr offer a royal and mysterious appeal. In numerology, it connects with the number 7 which is often associated with deep reflection, spirituality and wisdom. It does not rank high in popular name lists. Girl names that start with Y provide a wonderful selection of unique and elegant choices.
Source: Social Security Administration, Girl Names Data