Serious Names For My Children

  1. Cymbeline
    • Origin:

      Celtic
    • Meaning:

      "sun lord or sun hound"
    • Description:

      The title of a Shakespeare play based on legends featuring the early Celtic King Cunobelinus, whose name derives from the Gaulish sun god Belenus.
  2. Jemma
    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of Gemma
    • Description:

      Jenna is overheated, but Jemma is still cool. Jemma and Gemma are most heard in Australia but are increasingly used in other countries.
  3. Elvina
    • Origin:

      English
    • Meaning:

      "elf friend"
    • Description:

      Sounds elven in every sense of the word.
  4. Lileas
    • Origin:

      Scottish variation of Lily
    • Description:

      Adds some thorns to the smooth texture of Lily.
  5. Livana
    • Origin:

      Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "the moon, white"
    • Description:

      Pretty and unusual, Livana may find a lot more fans as parents look for alternatives to Number 1 Olivia. Livana was used for only seven baby girls in the US last year.
  6. Averie
    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of Avery
    • Meaning:

      "ruler of the elves"
    • Description:

      This spelling has been on the rise since it entered the charts in 2004, hot on the coattails of trendy Avery.
  7. Lore
    • Description:

      Lore is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In German tradition, it's a shortened form of Eleanor or Lorelei, while in Spanish it can be a diminutive of Dolores. The name literally means 'knowledge' or 'wisdom' in Latin, giving it an intellectual connotation. In folklore contexts, 'lore' refers to traditional knowledge and stories passed through generations. This gives the name a mystical, storytelling quality. Though uncommon in English-speaking countries, Lore has a simple elegance and cross-cultural appeal. Its brevity makes it distinct while remaining easy to pronounce across language boundaries. The name's connection to wisdom and cultural traditions makes it appealing for parents seeking a name with depth and subtle sophistication.

  8. Braedon
    • Origin:

      Irish, variation of Bradan
    • Meaning:

      "salmon"
    • Description:

      One of the many, many, many variations of this name very popular with parents, including actor Kevin Sorbo.
  9. Elisie
    • Description:

      Elisie is a feminine name that likely developed as a variant or diminutive form of Elizabeth or Elise. With Hebrew origins, the root name Elizabeth means 'God is my oath' or 'God is abundance.' This particular spelling is quite uncommon, appearing only sporadically in records compared to the more standard forms like Elsie or Elise. The addition of the extra 'i' gives the name a distinctive visual quality and slightly altered pronunciation. Elisie may have evolved organically through family use or regional dialect variations. While never achieving widespread popularity, it offers a unique twist on familiar feminine names and carries the potential nicknames Eli, Lisi, or Sie. The name has a gentle, somewhat antique quality that might appeal to parents seeking something familiar yet uncommon.

  10. Austen
    • Origin:

      Literary surname and shortened form of Augustine, Latin
    • Meaning:

      "great, magnificent"
    • Description:

      While Austin is a popular boys' name, this spelling, honoring novelist Jane, nudges the name toward gender-neutral, chosen last year for 67 baby boys and 57 girls.
  11. Corinth

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