Names That Mean Sparkle
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- Amaryllis
Origin:
GreekMeaning:
"to sparkle"Description:
If you love both unique baby names and flower names for girls, Amaryllis might be a perfect choice for you.
- Sindri
Origin:
Old NorseMeaning:
"sparkling; someone who sprays sparks"Description:
This sparkling name from Norse Mythology is borne by the blacksmith dwarf, who, along with his brother Brokkr, forged Thor's hammer Mjǫllnir and Odin's golden ring, Draupnir. Also known as Eitri in mythology, his name means "sparkling" or "someone who sprays sparks", likely in reference to his work with metal.
- Sindre
Origin:
Norwegian, Old NorseMeaning:
"sparkling; someone who sprays sparks"Description:
A variation of the Old Norse name Sindri, which is borne by a blacksmith dwarf in Norse mythology, who, with his brother, made Thor's hammer. With its appealing meaning "sparkling", this form is familiar in Norway and was particularly popular in the 90s, when it ranked #21 in the Norwegian charts.
- Erlantz
Origin:
BasqueMeaning:
"to glow, shine, sparkle"Description:
The gallant Basque name will age well and has a bright and soulful meaning. Earl or Ant are obvious nicknames.
- Tindra
Origin:
SwedishMeaning:
"to twinkle or sparkle"Description:
Tindra is a new name in Sweden, used only since the 1980s, that has become enormously popular: It's in the Top 100 there. And while unknown in the US, Tindra certainly has possibilities as a substitute for the flagging Kendra.
- Lasma
Origin:
LatvianMeaning:
"sparkle"Description:
Properly spelled Lāsma in Latvian, this name has one of the prettiest meanings around.
- Hibana
Origin:
JapaneseMeaning:
"sparkle"
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