Olivia Chen

By Olivia Chen
Historical Naming Consultant

Updated on September 04, 2024

Igraine

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Origin: Welsh

Meaning: The mother of King Arthur

Igraine is a name of Welsh origin generally given to girls. Although central to British medieval literature and lore, fantasy lovers all over the planet probably know it for the mother of King Arthur. Had Merlin the Magician failed to lure Lady Igraine into an enchanted love affair with Arthur's father, Uther Pendragon, perhaps the world would’ve never known how iconic a king he'd become. Who knows? Maybe a name like Igraine is all your little one needs to be legendary!

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