Esyllt Name Meaning

The name "Esyllt" is a Welsh feminine given name. Its origin can be traced back to ancient Welsh mythology and literature. In Welsh mythology, Esyllt (often spelled as Essylt or Essyllt) was the name of the tragic lover of Tristan in the story of "Tristan and Yseult" (also known as "Tristan and Isolde").

In this story, Esyllt (Yseult) was the beautiful queen of Ireland and the wife of King Mark of Cornwall. Despite being married to King Mark, she fell in love with Tristan, his nephew and knight. Their love affair is characterized by tragic consequences.