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In Goidelic mythology, Banba was the patron spirit of Ireland, wife of King MacCuill, and a goddess of war and fertility. She was one of the first settlers of Ireland.

With her sisters (daughters of Fiachna), Fodla and Eriu, she was part of an important triumvirate of goddesses.

Ireland was to be named after her, as promised by Amergin, son of Miled. Banba is used as a name for Ireland in poetry.

Amergin, son of Miled, promised her the honor of naming the island after her. Banba is also a poetic name for Ireland.

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