Names That Mean Pertaining
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- Lupin
Origin:
Flower, animal, and literary name, from LatinMeaning:
"pertaining to the wolf"Description:
Lupin is an unusual flower name with roots in Old French, from the Latin lupinus, meaning "pertaining to the wolf". In the literary world, it's the surname of Remus Lupin, a popular character in the Harry Potter franchise and a werewolf.
- Lupine
Origin:
Flower name from LatinMeaning:
"pertaining to the wolf"Description:
Lupine (spelled Lupin outside of North America) is a flower related to sweetpeas. It was given its wolfish meaning because the plant was said to deplete the soil. Comedian Jenny Slate used it as a middle name for her daughter Ida in 2020.
- Nautica
Origin:
American from LatinMeaning:
"pertaining to ships or sailors"Description:
Nautica is derived from the English word "nautical," which itself comes from the Latin nauticus. It was first recorded as a baby name in 1992 when the American clothing brand had become a national sensation. It ultimately peaked in 1999 when 246 baby girls were given the name.
- Lupin
Origin:
Flower, animal, and literary name, from LatinMeaning:
"pertaining to the wolf"Description:
Lupin is an unusual flower name with roots in Old French, from the Latin lupinus, meaning "pertaining to the wolf". In the literary world, it's the surname of Remus Lupin, a popular character in the Harry Potter franchise and a werewolf.
- Olimpio
Origin:
GreekMeaning:
"pertaining to the Mount Olympus of Greek mythology"Description:
One way to reference mythology without naming your son after a god.
- Lupine
Origin:
Flower name from LatinMeaning:
"pertaining to the wolf"Description:
Alternate spelling of Lupin