Names That Mean Split

  1. Riven
    • Origin:

      English from Norse
    • Meaning:

      "to split"
    • Description:

      This ancient name makes an intriguing alternative to River.
  2. Riven
    • Origin:

      English from Norse
    • Meaning:

      "to split"
    • Description:

      A potential successor to River, albeit without the appealing connection to nature.
  3. Fendi
    • Origin:

      Italian
    • Meaning:

      "split"
    • Description:

      A high-style baby name that conjures the Italian luxury fashion house. Given to 11 boys and 13 girls in 2023, it's currently a gender-neutral choice in the US.
  4. Fendi
    • Origin:

      Italian
    • Meaning:

      "split"
    • Description:

      Haute couture baby names are on the rise — particularly Dior, Armani, and Kenzo. Fendi is among them but is still exceedingly rare, with only 13 baby girls given the name in 2023.
  5. Shimmi
    • Origin:

      Choctaw, Native American
    • Meaning:

      "to split"
    • Description:

      A feminine name in Choctaw culture.