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Pronounced: AL-Yil.

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'Ailill' means "Elf" in Irish Gaelic. This name occurs frequently in Irish legend and mythology-- borne for example by the husband of queen 'Méabh.' Once a popular male given name in medieval Ireland.

Famous real-life people named Ailill

Ailill, a Bishop of Clogher of 9th century AD.

Ailill mac Slanuill, the legendary High King of Ireland-- 12th century BC.

Ailill mac Echach Mugmedóin-- was the half-brother of Niall of the Nine Hostages. 5th century, AD.

Ailill Finn, a legendary High King of the 8th century, BC.

Ailill mac Máta-- the legendary king of Connacht, and husband of queen Medb.

Ailill Caisfhiaclach-- was a legendary High King, 5th century BC.

Ailill Molt, High King of the 5th century AD.

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