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Tigris

Pronounced: TEE-grish

Meaning: Tiger (Latin)

About the name

Origin
Irish
Stronghold region
Ulster

Overview

According to medieval tradition, sister of Saint Patrick and mother of several Irish bishops.

The story behind Tigris

Mother of several Irish saints in the genealogies; the name is a Latin loanword.

Mythology & legend

Non-mythological; saint name.

Did you know?

Saint Tigris is reputed to have been a sister of Saint Patrick.

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