Una
Meaning of Una
Una is a female name with origins in multiple cultures. It is pronounced as "OO-nuh" in American English, "YOO-nuh" in British English, and "OON-uh" in Irish. The name Una has a timeless appeal and carries various associations. In Irish mythology, Una is the wife of Fionn mac Cumhaill (Finn McCool), a legendary hero. In literature, Una appears as a character in Edmund Spenser's epic poem, "The Faerie Queene." Additionally, Una has been used as a given name for several notable figures throughout history. As for its popularity in the United States, Una has seen moderate usage over the years. While it may not be among the most popular names currently, it maintains a classic charm that many parents find appealing for their daughters.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as OO-nuh (/ˈuːnə/)
Irish
- Pronunced as OON-uh (/ˈuːnə/)
British English
- Pronunced as YOO-nuh (/ˈjuːnə/)
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Notable People Named Una
| Una Healy - Una Theresa Imogene Healy is an Irish singer who gained fame as a member of the girl group The Saturdays in 2008. |
| Una Stubbs was a British actress, television personality, and dancer known for her roles in British television, theatre, and film, including appearances in Summer Holiday, Till Death Us Do Part, and Sherlock. |
| Una Vincenzo, Lady Troubridge was a British sculptor and translator, best known for her long-time partnership with author Marguerite Radclyffe Hall. |
| Una Lucy Fielding was an Australian neuroanatomist. |
| Una O'Dwyer is a highly accomplished camogie player with numerous awards and All Ireland medals to her name. |
| Dame Una O'Brien DCB is a British former civil servant who served as the Permanent Secretary at the Department of Health and received honors in 2011 and 2015. |
| Una Lillian Paisley, an Australian cricketer, played twelve Test matches for the Australia national women's cricket team and captained the team in four Test matches against New Zealand and England. |
| Úna Palliser is an Irish-born, London-based violinist, violist, singer, and multi-instrumentalist known for her proficiency in various musical genres and collaborations with high-profile artists and orchestras. |
