About the name
- Origin
- Irish
- Stronghold region
- Ulster
Overview
Daughter of the legendary warrior Cairbre Nia Fer in the Ulster Cycle; said to have died of grief over her brother's death and given her name to the Hill of Achaill (Skreen).
The story behind Achaill
In the Dindshenchas, Achaill came to mourn her brother Erc after he was slain by Cú Chulainn, and her grief killed her on the hill that bore her name.
Mythology & legend
Daughter of Cairbre Nia Fer in the Ulster Cycle who died of grief for her brother Erc.
Did you know?
The hill of Howth was once said to be named for her grave.
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