Caoimhe

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Caoimhe (pronounced KEE-va or KWEE-va) is an Irish Gaelic given name derived from the Gaelic caomh, meaning beautiful, gentle or precious. It is from the same root as the Irish name Kevin. Pronunciation varies depending on the area of Ireland in which it is used. As of 2005, it was ranked 17th among female births in Ireland.^[1]

Notable Persons with the name Caoimhe

• Caoimhe Butterly, Irish human rights activist
• Caoimhe Christie, Scottish Female Footballer
• Caoimhe Pepper Phillips, American (b. July 1, 2008)
• Caoimhe Adams, Irish Philanthropist

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