Names That Mean Miracle, Heavenly, or Divine

Pretty and unusual.

From the Basque word alatz, Alazne is associated with both miracles and the virgin Mary (also known as "Our Lady of Miracles".) It is familiar in Spain, but ranked as a Top 100 choice in Basque Country in a recent year.

The Tahitian variation of Leilani.

The added h turns Anita alluring and breathy.

Célimène is a literary name invented by the 17th century French playwright Molière for a character in his 1666 play Le Misanthrope. It may be derived from Latin and Greek elements meaning "heavenly" and "moon" or "strength". Notable real-life bearers include French singer Célimène Gaudieux and pianist Célimène Daudet.

Also spelled Selqet, Serket and Serqet, Selket was the Ancient Egyptian goddess of the scorpions and of magic. She was a helpful goddess and protected souls on their journey to the afterlife. She is also associated with childbirth (potentially making her a great choice for the daughter of a midwife or obstetrician). Her connection to scorpions is a symbol of her power and makes her a good namesake for a child born under the zodiac sign of Scorpio.

Anthea would be simpler and prettier, though Panthea has possibilities.

Heavenly name from the Cree language.

Prevalent Arabic name that suggests a man who is sure of himself.

This is one of several Hebrew names with the beginning syllable Chaz.

In Marathi culture a devak is a totem or 'family guardian' that is symbolised by a material thing (like a tree or a mountain). Men and women with the same devak cannot marry.

A sweet sounding name with a powerful meaning, Minoo is a name of Persian origin that is used in Iran and India, and by Iranian families across the world. Actress Minoo Mumtaz, scientist Minoo Lenarz, and actress Minoo Sharifi are notable bearers of the name, while Minu is an alternative spelling.

The Estonian writer Mats Tõnisson created Milvi as a nickname for Miranda. It's also connected to the Estonian word miilama, meaning "glow" or "burn slowly".

Eastern European girl name related to the Slavic word Bóg, meaning "God."

Baby-naming rule #487: it's probably best to avoid names whose only possible nickname is Gun.

Nearly unknown here, with good reason.