📖 About Riona
Riona is a traditional Irish name meaning 'queen', derived from the Old Irish 'ríon' (royal, sovereign). Deep-rooted in Gaelic culture, it was borne by early Irish saints and gained fresh momentum during the 19th-century Gaelic Revival. Today it is cherished both in Ireland and across the global Irish diaspora as a name that is authentically Celtic yet accessible to modern ears.
⭐ Famous People
- Ríonach (Saint Rionach) — Early Irish saint venerated in County Kildare, associated with the founding of a monastery near Maynooth; her feast day is celebrated on 18 March.
- Riona Ní Fhlatharta — Irish-language actress from Connemara, known for her work in Irish-language television and theatre, including roles in the TG4 drama series 'Ros na Rún'.
- Ríona Sally Hartman — Irish-Australian musician and composer noted for blending traditional Irish folk with contemporary composition, active in Australia's Celtic arts scene.