About the name
- Origin
- Irish
- English version
- Creevan, Griffin
- Variants
- Crimhthann, Criofan
- Stronghold region
- All-Ireland
Overview
The birth name of Saint Columba (Colm Cille) before he took his religious name. Also borne by several legendary High Kings, including Crimthann mac Fidaig.
The story behind Crimthann
Crimthann means 'fox' in Old Irish; the saint we call Colm Cille was named Crimthann at birth and acquired his dove-name (Colm) through prayer in childhood, when fellow pupils saw a flame above his head as he chanted the psalms.
Mythology & legend
Multiple legendary kings; also the birth name of Colm Cille.
Did you know?
Crimthann was the original birth-name of Saint Columba.
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