Names That Mean Willow

Also spelled as Arava, this pretty yet rugged name has two possible nature meanings. On one hand, it may come from <em>aravot</em>, the word for willow branch, a significant part of the Jewish holiday of Sukkot. On the other, it may come from <em>Arabah</em> a word for "desert", "prairie", or "wilderness", and used as the name for a place in Jordan. Either way, it is a strong and lovely choice and a possible alternative to Sahara, Savannah, Ava, or Aviva.



Aravah

Also transcribed as  Ryuuichi, this Japanese name is notably borne by Olympic figure skater, Ryuichi Kihara, and by composer Ryuchi Sakamoto. As with many Japanese names, the meaning varies depending on which kanji are used, but options are: "a willow tree"; "to stand and establish once"; "the dragon one"; "noble, prosperous one" and "equal to lapis lazuli" among others. 

Ryuichi

Also rendered as Nîpisiy, this Cree name means "willow" or "willow branch". The willow is symbolic of flexibility, learning to be kind, and understanding. 

Nîpsîy

A Ukrainian nature name with a history of use in the US among the Amish community.

Names That Mean Willow

Aravah

Ryuichi

Nîpsîy

Verba