Names That Mean Brown

  1. Morana
    • Origin:

      Slovak, Macedonian
    • Meaning:

      "brown haired"
    • Description:

      Morena is the goddess of seasonal rites and rebirth worshipped in Central Europe.
  2. Dunham
    • Origin:

      Scottish
    • Meaning:

      "brown hill homestead"
    • Description:

      Attractive placename/surname with a somewhat aristocratic feel.
  3. Castania
    • Origin:

      Italian
    • Meaning:

      "brown"
    • Description:

      The exact meaning of Castania is unknown, but it is likely related to the Italian word castana, meaning "brown". Some sources connect this name to the Spanish castaña, "chestnut", but there is no evidence behind that meaning.
  4. Aruna
    • Origin:

      Sanskrit, Hindi
    • Meaning:

      "reddish brown"
    • Description:

      This colorful Sanskrit name belongs to the Hindu god Aruna, the charioteer who drives the sun god Surya across the sky. Aruna can also be masculinized to Arun.
  5. Donn
    • Origin:

      Irish
    • Meaning:

      "king; brown"
    • Description:

      Ancient Irish king of the underworld, so much more powerful than Don.
  6. Dunn
    • Origin:

      Scottish
    • Meaning:

      "brown"
    • Description:

      Efficient feel.
  7. Burnet
    • Origin:

      English from French
    • Meaning:

      "brown"
    • Description:

      We don't see this one making it unless you have a compelling family reason.