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Poetic Baby Names

  1. Limerick

    • Origin:

      Irish place name; poetic form

    • Description:

      A limerick is an often humorous form of poetry with five lines (the last of which is the punchline). Limerick could be a fun choice for families with Irish heritage or a good sense of humor.
  2. Majnun

    • Origin:

      Arabic

    • Meaning:

      "mad, possessed"

    • Description:

      The old Arabic tale of Layla and Majnun has been called "the Romeo and Juliet of the East". The seventh-century poet Qays ibn al-Mullawah was nicknamed Majnun, "madman", because of his obsessive pursuit of his childhood love, Layla. This is as problematic now as it was then, but a positive spin on the name could have it signifying fervor and devotion.
  3. Quatrain

    • Origin:

      English word name

    • Description:

      In literary circles, this name will be immediately recognized as a reference to the poetic stanza; outside such circles, this name may cause confusion for names like Coltrane or Cobain.
  4. Fehmi

    • Origin:

      Turkish, Albanian, from Arabic

    • Meaning:

      "understanding, comprehension, knowing"

    • Description:

      A form of the Arabic name Fahmi, used in Türkiye and Albania. Albanian-Kosovar sociologist Fehmi Agani is considered a national hero, making this a great name to honour Albanian heritage, and for lovers of poetry, Fehmî was a 16th-century Ottoman poet.
  5. Epik

    • Origin:

      Variation of Epic; English word name

    • Meaning:

      "heroic tale or event"

    • Description:

      Epik is a new word name used by Princess Love and Ray J for their baby boy. Fifteen baby boys were named Epic, the usual spelling of the word, last year, so maybe Epik is to Epic as Erik is to Eric. While Epic in the classic sense refers to a long narrative poem, today it's more likely a slang word used in place of grand or amazing.
  6. Sanelma

    • Origin:

      Finnish

    • Meaning:

      "story, poem"

    • Description:

      Sanelma is an invented Finnish name derived from the verb sanella, meaning "to dictate."
  7. Aretousa

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "quick water; virtue"

    • Description:

      This name was invented by the Cretan writer Vikentios Kornaros for the love interest of his 17th-century romantic epic poem, Erotokritos. Considered one of the greatest — if not the greatest – works of literature from Crete, Aretousa holds a lot of cultural significance for those with heritage from the island. In terms of etymology, Aretousa is either a variant of Arethousa or an elaboration on Areti.
  8. Thamyris

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Description:

      The name of an ancient Thracian bard in Greek mythology, who boasted that he could sing better than the Muses. He was defeated, and his eyesight and poetic ability taken away, demonstrating that all god-given gifts can also be taken away by the gods.
  9. Rupa

    • Origin:

      Sanskrit

    • Meaning:

      "silver"

    • Description:

      Related to the Indian word and currency "rupee', Rupa derives its meaning from the ancient Sanskrit language, and can mean both silver and beautiful. Rupa also has strong historical and literary associations (as Rupa Bhawani was a noted 16th Century poetess and mystic) from Kashmir.
  10. Mererid

    • Origin:

      Welsh

    • Meaning:

      "pearl"

    • Description:

      Welsh form of Margaret, borne by Mererid Hopwood, the first female poet to win the chair at the National Eisteddfod.
  11. Elvet

    • Origin:

      Old English, place name

    • Meaning:

      "swan stream, swan river, swan island"

    • Description:

      This Old English name feels as if it could have stepped out of a fantasy novel, but it may be just similar enough to Everett and Elliot that it could work in the real world. Derived from the elements elfitu meaning "swan" and either ēa meaning "stream, river" or ēg meaning "island", it is a nature related option name, given to an area in the city of Durham in England.
  12. Audre

    • Description:

      Audre is a feminine name that represents a variant spelling of Audrey, derived from the Anglo-Saxon name Æðelþryð, meaning 'noble strength.' This unique spelling gained some recognition through the influential American writer Audre Lorde, who was a prominent feminist, civil rights activist, and poet during the 20th century. While less common than the traditional spelling, Audre offers a distinctive alternative that maintains the elegant sound of the original. The name carries connotations of independence, intellectual strength, and creative expression. Though relatively uncommon in mainstream usage, Audre appeals to parents seeking a classic name with a contemporary twist and literary associations.

  13. Verse

    • Origin:

      English word name

    • Meaning:

      "verse"

    • Description:

      Writing-related names are starting to become more popular, with names like Poet, Story, and Lyric having been used by many a celebrity. Now it's Verse's turn, as it was recently used by Teen Mom's Kailyn Lowry for her son.
  14. Phenex

    • Description:

      Phenex is a demon known as one of the Great Marquis of Hell, ruling over legions of demons. He is known for science and poetry.
  15. Laudine

    • Origin:

      French

    • Meaning:

      "woman from Lothian"

    • Description:

      Laudine is a name from Arthurian legend, created in the 12th century by poet Chrétien de Troyes for his romance titled Yvain. Laudine, known as the Lady of the Fountain, marries the protagonist, Yvain, after he slays her husband.
  16. Kavita

    • Origin:

      Hindi, Sanskrit

    • Meaning:

      "poem"

    • Description:

      This Indian girl name not only has a gorgeous sound, it has a wonderful meaning as well — poem or poetry.
  17. Grażyna

    • Origin:

      Polish, from Lithuanian

    • Meaning:

      "pretty, beautiful"

    • Description:

      An attractive Polish name, reminiscent of Grace and its related names. Grażyna has its roots in poetry, having been invented by Adam Mickiewicz for his 1823 poem entitled Grażyna. Mickiewicz invented the name from the Lithuanian word gražus, meaning beautiful, making this name an especially sweet choice for your beautiful baby girl. Famous women named Grażyna include the actresses Grażyna Wolszczak and Grażyna Szapołowska, the composer and violinist Grażyna Bacewicz, and the soprano singer Grażyna Brodzińska.
  18. Euphelia

    • Origin:

      Invented name, combination of Euphemia and Ophelia

    • Meaning:

      "fair speech + help"

    • Description:

      With Ophelia getting so much love these days, could some parents be convinced to go for the much rarer, still elegant Euphelia?
  19. Rondel

    • Origin:

      English from French

    • Meaning:

      "circle"

    • Description:

      The -el ending feels inevitably feminine; also a form of French poetry.
  20. Korinna

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "maiden"

    • Description:

      While this may seem like a modern spelling, Korinna is actually the Ancient Greek form of Corinna, originating from the word "kore" meaning "maiden". Most notably, Korinna was the name of an ancient Greek lyrical poet from Boetia.