About the name
- Origin
- Irish
- Stronghold region
- All-Ireland
Overview
An Otherworld woman exiled from Tír Tairngire (the Land of Promise) to Ireland in the tale 'Eachtra Airt mac Cuinn'; brought ill-fortune wherever she went.
The story behind Becuma
In Echtrae Airt meic Cuinn, Becuma's presence at Tara caused famine and barrenness; she was driven out only after she sent the king's son Art on a perilous quest to the otherworld.
Mythology & legend
Otherworldly woman exiled from Tír Tairngire who married High King Conn Cétchathach.
Did you know?
Becuma was banished from the Land of Promise for adultery and brought blight on Ireland.
Like Becuma? Find more with your partner.
Swipe through hundreds of Irish names and match on the ones you both love.
Start Swiping