Niamh Lapointe

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Niamh Lapointe — bright, radiant
480K People worldwide
Ireland Most common in
2000s Peak popularity
Gender
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Niamh Lapointe 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 Lapointe: Singers or artists from Quebec, Canada Éric Lapointe (singer) (born 1969), musician Jean Lapointe (1935–2022), actor, comedian, singer, and politician Pierre Lapointe (born 1981), singer-songwriter Stéphanie Lapointe (born 1984), singer, songwriter, and actress Suzanne Lapointe (1934–2015), singer and actress Politicians from Quebec, Canada Charles Lapointe (born 1944), businessman and politician Ernest Lapointe (1876–1941), lawyer and politician François Lapointe (politician) (born 1971), politician Linda Lapointe (born 1960), businesswoman and politician Lisette Lapointe (born 1943), politic. 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: Lapointe

English

Singers or artists from Quebec, Canada Éric Lapointe (singer) (born 1969), musician Jean Lapointe (1935–2022), actor, comedian, singer, and politician Pierre Lapointe (born 1981), singer-songwriter Stéphanie Lapointe (born 1984), singer, songwriter, and actress Suzanne Lapointe (1934–2015), singer and actress Politicians from Quebec, Canada Charles Lapointe (born 1944), businessman and politician Ernest Lapointe (1876–1941), lawyer and politician François Lapointe (politician) (born 1971), politician Linda Lapointe (born 1960), businesswoman and politician Lisette Lapointe (born 1943), politic.

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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 Lapointe

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 Lapointe:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

4
Soul Urge Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

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 Lapointe?
The surname Lapointe originates from English. Singers or artists from Quebec, Canada Éric Lapointe (singer) (born 1969), musician Jean Lapointe (1935–2022), actor, comedian, singer, and politician Pierre Lapointe (born 1981), singer-songwriter Stéphanie Lapointe (born 1984), singer, songwriter, and actress Suzanne Lapointe (1934–2015), singer and actress Politicians from Quebec, Canada Charles Lapointe (born 1944), businessman and politician Ernest Lapointe (1876–1941), lawyer and politician François Lapointe (politician) (born 1971), politician Linda Lapointe (born 1960), businesswoman and politician Lisette Lapointe (born 1943), politic.
What are the origins of the name Niamh Lapointe?
The name Niamh Lapointe combines two different traditions: the first name Niamh has Celtic roots, while the surname Lapointe originates from English.
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