Names That Mean Mount
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Harrell
Hebrew
"God's mount"
While everyone may think you said "Harold," this name sounds more up-to-date. And if you get tired of explaining, you can always call him Harry.
Olympia
Greek
"from Mount Olympus"
With its relation to Mount Olympus, home of the Greek gods, and to the Olympic games, this name has an athletic, goddess-like aura, making it the perfect Olivia substitute. A well-known art reference…
Olimpio
Greek
"pertaining to the Mount Olympus of Greek mythology"
One way to reference mythology without naming your son after a god.
Olympos
Greek
"from Mount Olympus"
Mythical, yet limp.
Montreal
French
"Mount Royal"
This attractive Canadian city name – named after the nearby Mount Royal / Mont Réal – makes an unusual baby name and an interesting route to Monty.
Dittany
Plant name from French
"grown on Mount Dikte"
Florimond
French
"flowery mount"
In the early 20th century, an average of 40 baby boys were named Florimond each year. Today, however the name has fallen out of use. We think Florimond is ready for a revival along with a cohort of…
Nemrû
Kurmanji Kurdish
"Mount Nemrut; grim, dark"
Nemrû is a name of Kurmanji Kurdish origin, referencing Mount Nemrut in Southeast Turkey.
Olympias
Feminization of Olympos, Greek
"from Mount Olympus"
Famously the mother of Alexander the Great. These days, her name is more commonly seen in the form of Olympia.
Olimpiada
Russian and Ukrainian feminization of Olympias, Greek
"from Mount Olympus"
At a whopping five syllables long, Olympiada is a lot of name for a little girl. Thankfully, nicknames abound. Try Pia, Ollie, or Ada.
Dittany
Plant name from French
"grown on Mount Dikte"
Pia
Feminine form of Pius or diminutive of Olympia, Latin, Greek, Sanskrit
"pious; from Mount Olympus; beloved"
Soft, light, and international, Pia is familiar across Europe, South America, and Asia. Usually considered a feminine form of the Latin Pius — lending it a surprisingly serious and spiritual air — it…
