Irish Baby Name · Boy

Brandubh

Pronounced: BRAN-doov

Meaning: Raven-black, black raven

About the name

Origin
Irish
English version
Branduff
Variants
Branduff, Brandub
Stronghold region
Leinster

Overview

Brandubh mac Echach was a 6th-century King of Leinster who fought against the Uí Néill. The name appears throughout early Irish annals and saga literature.

The story behind Brandubh

Brandubh mac Echach was a 6th-century King of Leinster who fought against the Uí Néill High Kings and is celebrated in Leinster genealogies.

Mythology & legend

Non-mythological; 6th-century King of Leinster.

Did you know?

Brandubh's name was used for an early Irish board game similar to chess.

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