Names That Mean Journey
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- Safari
Origin:
African word name from SwahiliMeaning:
"journey"Description:
In the US this is likely to conjure zebras, lions and elephants on the Serengeti, but its original meaning "journey" broadens its wearability. Safari is a name common in Africa for babies born while their parents were on a journey.
- Euodia
Origin:
GreekMeaning:
"a good journey"Description:
An unusual and melodious New Testament name
- Safari
Origin:
African word name from SwahiliMeaning:
"journey"Description:
In Africa, Safari is often used a name for a baby born during a journey. Americans and more likely to think of riding in Jeeps, taking photos of giraffes, lions, and the like. Nevertheless, Safari is an intriguing name, although one best reserved for the middle.
- Isra
Origin:
ArabicMeaning:
"journey of the night"Description:
Isra is a gender-neutral Arabic name. The name of a chapter of the Quran, it refers to the Prophet's journey from Mecca to Jerusalem.
- Raido
Origin:
Proto-GermanicMeaning:
"ride, journey"Description:
Raido is the rune that corresponds with the Latin letter R in the Elder Furthark runic alphabet. In Old English, it was translated at Rad.Nowadays it makes an interesting baby name for linguists and language-enthusiasts.
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