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Names That Mean Early

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By Nameberry

Updated Thu Nov 30 2023

Arla
- Origin:
  Swedish
- Meaning:
  "early"
- Description:
  While Arla has a literal meaning in Swedish, its roots as a name are probably more closely related to such names as Arlene or Orla. Arla is among the girls' Top 1000 names in the UK.
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Clovis
- Origin:
  Teutonic, French, early form of Ludwig or Louis
- Description:
  An aromatic, unconventional name.
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Naira
- Origin:
  Aymara
- Meaning:
  "beauty of Saraswati"
- Description:
  Naira has several possible origins. It could be an alternative spelling of the Indian name Nyra, or from nayra, meaning "early" or "eye" in the Aymara language of South America. It can also be short for names like Aneria and Zunairah — or an invention by parents looking for a fresh twist on Nora and Lyra. In any case, it's a breezy, modern-sounding name with lots of potential.
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Jorah
- Origin:
  Hebrew
- Meaning:
  "early rain"
- Description:
  Jorah, a Biblical name with a lovely nature-related meaning, might make a fresher alternative to the overused Jordan. It's similar to the feminine Nora, Cora, and Laura, but depending on your viewpoint, that may be an advantage.
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Omondi
- Origin:
  Luo
- Meaning:
  "born early in the morning"
- Description:
  An evocative morning name from the Luo people of East Africa.
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Koharu
- Origin:
  Japanese
- Meaning:
  "late summer; early autumn"
- Description:
  Perfect for September babies.
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