Niamh Corder

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Niamh Corder — bright, radiant
480K People worldwide
Ireland Most common in
2000s Peak popularity
Gender
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Niamh Corder is a name that combines Celtic origins. The first name Niamh is a feminine given name of Celtic origin. From Irish Gaelic Niamh, meaning 'bright' or 'radiant.' In Irish mythology, Niamh of the Golden Hair was a princess of Tír na nÓg (Land of Eternal Youth). The surname Corder: Ada Elizabeth Corder (1895–1987), Australian music teacher and pianist Colette Corder (1894–1982), German actress Dan Corder (born 1993), South African radio host Esther Corder (born 1998), Dutch cricketer Frank Eugene Corder (1956–1994), American who crashed his Cessna on the lawn of the White House Frederick Corder (1852–1932), English composer Hugh Corder (born 1954), South African professor Ian Corder (born 1960), British former Royal Navy officer James Watson Corder (1867–1953), English historian Jane Corder (1874–1965), British tennis player Jason Corder (born 1969), American producer Ji. Niamh is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 480K people globally, with the highest concentration in Ireland. The name Niamh reached peak popularity in the 2000s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Niamh

Meaning: bright, radiant

Celtic

From Irish Gaelic Niamh, meaning 'bright' or 'radiant.' In Irish mythology, Niamh of the Golden Hair was a princess of Tír na nÓg (Land of Eternal Youth).

Surname: Corder

English

Ada Elizabeth Corder (1895–1987), Australian music teacher and pianist Colette Corder (1894–1982), German actress Dan Corder (born 1993), South African radio host Esther Corder (born 1998), Dutch cricketer Frank Eugene Corder (1956–1994), American who crashed his Cessna on the lawn of the White House Frederick Corder (1852–1932), English composer Hugh Corder (born 1954), South African professor Ian Corder (born 1960), British former Royal Navy officer James Watson Corder (1867–1953), English historian Jane Corder (1874–1965), British tennis player Jason Corder (born 1969), American producer Ji.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Niamh is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

Ireland 43%
United Kingdom 39%
Australia 13%
United States 5%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Niamh by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name Niamh has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • Neve
  • Nieve
  • Niamh

Notable People Named Niamh Corder

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Niamh Corder:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Niamh?
The first name Niamh originates from Celtic. From Irish Gaelic Niamh, meaning 'bright' or 'radiant.' In Irish mythology, Niamh of the Golden Hair was a princess of Tír na nÓg (Land of Eternal Youth).
When was Niamh most popular?
The name Niamh reached its peak popularity during the 2000s.
What is the origin of the surname Corder?
The surname Corder originates from English. Ada Elizabeth Corder (1895–1987), Australian music teacher and pianist Colette Corder (1894–1982), German actress Dan Corder (born 1993), South African radio host Esther Corder (born 1998), Dutch cricketer Frank Eugene Corder (1956–1994), American who crashed his Cessna on the lawn of the White House Frederick Corder (1852–1932), English composer Hugh Corder (born 1954), South African professor Ian Corder (born 1960), British former Royal Navy officer James Watson Corder (1867–1953), English historian Jane Corder (1874–1965), British tennis player Jason Corder (born 1969), American producer Ji.
What are the origins of the name Niamh Corder?
The name Niamh Corder combines two different traditions: the first name Niamh has Celtic roots, while the surname Corder originates from English.
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