Names That Mean Meaning
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Sootima
Choctaw, Native American, meaning unknown
A feminine name in Choctaw culture.
Laïs
Greek, meaning unknown
An Ancient Greek name now common in Brazil in the Laís form. Two notable Ancient Greek courtesans were named Laïs, along with a first-century midwife. The meaning of Laïs is unknown, but it may be…
Hiam
Arabic, possibly "adoration, life"
"adoration, life"
Hiam is best known as the name of Hiam Abbass — a Palestinian actress and director currently in Succession . It make come from the Arabic word haya meaning "life" or from hiam meaning "adoration,…
Yadira
Spanish
"worthy"
Yadira is a popular choice in Mexico, Venezuela, and Colombia, and has also been a favorite among Latin American families in the US. Popularized by actress Yadira Jiménez in the mid-20th century, its…
Spisene
Romani, meaning unknown
It is speculated that this name may derive from Esperanza.
Dashiel
Anglicization of French surname de Chiel, meaning unknown
A rarer spelling of Dashiell, a handsome route to the nickname Dash. Neither variation is common for girls — Dashiell, at its peak, was given to six baby girls in a single year — but actress Milla…
Sata
Choctaw, Native American, meaning unknown
This name was historically given to Choctaw men.
Spurius
Latin, meaning unknown
One of the small number forenames used by the ancient Romans. Unlike Marcus, Lucius and Titus, this is not one that is popular in modern times; in fact, it's never been on the USA's baby name charts.…
Edryd
Welsh, meaning unknown
A name of obscure origin, possibly meaning "flow down" or from edrydd , "narration, recital". If you're looking for an "Ed" name that's straighforward and accessible but virtually unknown, this is a…
Catesby
English surname, meaning unknown
As surname names for girls become more popular, we could see Catesby catching on among style-conscious parents. Bonus: it easily shortens to the girlish nickname Cate.
Amlyn
Welsh, meaning unknown
A name from medieval romance. Amlyn ac Amig is the Welsh version of Amis et Amiles , a French moral tale of friends in Charlemagne's court. The name itself is gentle and straightforward, although the…
Tayuya
Japanese, meaning unknown
Associated with a villainous character in the Naruto franchise.
Hersilia
Roman mythology
"dew"
Mythological Hersilia was the wife of Romulus, founder of Rome. She was later deified as Hora. The exact etymology of her name is unknown, however, possible theories include that it comes from the…
Menna
Welsh, meaning unknown
Menna is used regularly in Wales in modern times. Its origins are uncertain: perhaps created by a poet, or possibly connected with the Menai Strait that separates the island of Anglesey from mainland…
Tahal
Hebrew
"you will shine"
A Hebrew name, likely derived from the root halal and a variation of Tahel, with a shining meaning. Other possible origins include from the Arabic word Tahaluf meaning "alliance", from the name of a…
Kinnia
Irish, meaning unknown
Kinnia is an ancient Irish saint's name — legend has it she was a maiden baptized by St. Patrick.
Cleocharia
Greek, meaning unknown
An elaborate way to get to Cleo, rooted in Greek mythology. Cleocharia was a water nymph married to King Lelex of Laconia.
Nete
Greek, meaning unknown
In Greek mythology, Nete was one of the Muses of the lyre. One of the lyre's seven notes is named for her.
Tassa
Choctaw, Native American, meaning unknown
In the Choctaw tribe of Mississippi and Oklahoma, Tassa was a traditional female name.
Satima
Choctaw, Native American, meaning unknown
A traditional female name in the Choctaw tradition.