Names That Mean Hawthorn

The great American novelist sets this above many other surnames (and nature names, for that matter), but it's still an imposing and adventurous choice. Do nicknames Hawk or Thorne make it more approachable? How about Hank or Hal instead?

Variant of Basque Elorria, meaning "hawthorn", considered a sacred plant in Basque mythology. It is also a variant of modern Elora, from the movie Willow.

A botanical name of Basque origin, Elorria derives from elorri meaning "hawthorn". It could also be seen as an elaboration of Elora, or Alora, contemporary names possibly inspired by Eleanora.