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Lugh

LOO

luː

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Lugh

Name meaning and origin

Origin
Old Irish — possibly 'light' or 'oath'.
Meaning
A god in Irish mythology associated with the sun, skills, and craftsmanship; the festival of Lughnasadh is named in his honour.
Also spelled
Lug, Lú

Common mispronunciations

LUGLYOO

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