Cliodhna

KLEE-uh-na; KLEE-nuh
Irish
"shapely"

Cliodhna Origin and Meaning

The name Cliodhna is a girl's name of Irish origin meaning "shapely".

Cliodhna and its simplified form Cliona are both well-used in modern Ireland though they are ancient mythological names. The goddess Cliodhna left the Land of Promise with a mortal but was punished for her desertion by being swept to sea by a giant wave.

Famous People Named Cliodhna

  • Cliodhna Moloney
    Irish rugby union player
  • Cliodhna O'Connor
    Irish Gaelic footballer
  • Cliodhna Deirdre Sharp
    Irish cricketer

Cliodhna in Pop Culture

  • Cliodhna Norris
    character on Irish soap "Fair City"