Irish girl name
Neasa Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Neasa means uncertain, perhaps ungentle. From Old Irish Ness, of uncertain meaning, perhaps linked to a word for not gentle
Neasa is best known as the mother of Conchobar mac Nessa, the king of Ulster in the Ulster Cycle. According to one tale she began as a gentle woman called Assa, meaning gentle, and changed her name to Ness, meaning not gentle, after her foster fathers were killed and she became a warrior. The story may be a later explanation of the name. Neasa has seen a revival in recent years as parents look for fresh Irish names with strong stories. Nessa is a common alternative spelling.
Variants of Neasa
NessaNeassaNiseag
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Neasa mean?
Neasa means "uncertain, perhaps ungentle". From Old Irish Ness, of uncertain meaning, perhaps linked to a word for not gentle.
How do you pronounce Neasa?
Neasa is pronounced NAS-ah.
What is the origin of Neasa?
Neasa is of Irish origin. From Old Irish Ness, of uncertain meaning, perhaps linked to a word for not gentle.