Cairbre

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Cairbre (Cairpre, Coirpre) is a name of historical significance in medieval Irish culture, attributed to various figures in both mythology and history. Some notable individuals associated with the name include:

  • Cairbre, son of Ogma, celebrated as a poet and satirist among the Tuatha Dé Danann
  • Cairbre Nia Fer, a legendary king of Tara
  • Cairbre Cuanach
    , a renowned Ulster warrior in mythology
  • Cairbre Cinnchait, a legendary 1st-century usurper High King of Ireland
  • Cairbre Lifechair, a 3rd-century High King of Ireland
  • Coirpre mac Néill, son of Niall of the Nine Hostages and the eponymous founder of the Cenél Coirpri, associated with the barony of Carbury in County Kildare
  • Three sons of Conaire Cóem: Cairpre Músc, Cairpre Baschaín, and Cairpre Riata
  • Coirpre Cromm mac Crimthainn, a Munster king

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