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In the Matter of Britain, Igraine (/ iːˈɡreɪn /) is the mother of King Arthur. Igraine is also known in Latin as Igerna, in Welsh as Eigr (Middle Welsh Eigyr), in French as Ygraine (Old French Ygerne or Igerne), in Le Morte d'Arthur as Ygrayne —often modernised as Igraine or Igreine —and in Parzival as Arnive.
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Igraine is classified as an Anglo-Saxon name with possible roots in Welsh. However, neither is attested until after the introduction of Latin to the regions. So, the etymology/meaning of both names has been lost, along with any connection between them.
Igraine as a girls' name is pronounced ee-grayne. It is of Welsh origin. Mythology: in Arthurian legend, the mother of Arthur. ENDS WITH -aine.
The name Igraine is believed to have Celtic roots, and it is associated with the Welsh mythological figures and legends. In Welsh mythology, Igraine is often depicted as a powerful and mystical figure, known for her wisdom and strength.
In Arthurian legends, Igraine is the mother of King Arthur. She is also known by the Latin name Igerna, Welsh Eigyr, ancient French Ygerne, or Igerne and modern French Ygraine. In Thomas Malory's The Death of Arthur, she appears as Ygrayne and in Wolfram von Eschenbach's Parzival as Arnive.
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