Eluned

Eluned is a Welsh first name for women and represents a variant of Eiluned. Its direct translation into English is "the idol," "the model," or "the image."

What does the name Eluned mean?

The name Eluned is a feminine form from Wales and is derived from Eiluned. It can be translated into English as "the idol," "the model," or "the image." The origins of the name lie in the Old Welsh term eilun, which means "the image," "the likeness," or "the idol." The name became known through Saint Eluned, a virgin martyr who lived in the 5th or 6th century in present-day Brecon. In Welsh mythology, Eluned is described as "the servant of the Lady of the Well" and as a warrior during the time of King Arthur. Other variants of the name include Luned, Lunet, Lunete, Luneta, Lunette, and Lunetta.

Where does the name Eluned come from?

Eluned is an Old Welsh feminine first name that means "the idol" or "the model." The name is composed of the Old Welsh word eilun, which means "the image," "the likeness," or "the idol." It is common in the Welsh language.

How do you pronounce Eluned?

Eluned is pronounced approximately as 'E-lü-net'.

When is the name day of Eluned?

The name day for Eluned is celebrated on August 1.

Popularity

In Germany, Eluned is a rather rare first name. It has not achieved any notable position in the German name rankings. The best ranking Eluned achieved was in 1977, reaching 808th place in the Scottish name charts. From 1974 to 2024, Eluned was given as a first name in Scotland fewer than 10 times, resulting in a ranking of 4,651. In the last ten years, the name has not been given there. Worldwide, Eluned is also not widely used.

Nicknames & pet names

Eli / Ellu / Luna / Ned