By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Greek
"bed bug"
This herb is also known as cilantro. It's meaning, "bed bug" is on account of its smell, characterized by the ancient Greeks as bed bug-like.
Nature name, French
"ice"
Nature names are often associated with Spring and Summer, but Glacier is ideal for a winter baby.
Israeli place name and Hebrew
"fruit or glory"
A Hebrew name also used for girls, with many variations to choose from. Hadara is another version. The name is associated with the holiday of Sukkot.
Word name
Dipper isn't the most name-like of all the constellations, but with its fashionable -er ending and familiarity thanks to Disney Channel's Gravity Falls , it has become a possibility.
Literary invented name
Reaver sure sounds like an occupational surname, thanks to its -er ending and similarity to names like Reeve, but it is actually a name invented by science fiction writers. The first documentation of…
Gunthar is a masculine name of Germanic origin, derived from the elements 'gund' meaning 'war' or 'battle' and 'hari' meaning 'army' or 'warrior.' This powerful ancient name was common among Germanic…
Guenther is a Germanic masculine name, also spelled Günther in its original German form with an umlaut. This traditional name has deep roots in German-speaking regions, derived from the elements…
"milk; gift"
A seldom used name invented by J.R.R. Tolkien for Lord of the Rings, this boys' name makes good use of the 'Gal' prefix and 'Dor' suffix to craft an appealing and unique alternative to Theodore.
Guömundur is a traditional Icelandic masculine name with deep Norse roots. The name combines elements meaning "god" and "protector" or "hand," reflecting Iceland's ancient Nordic heritage. Pronounced…
Siguröur is a masculine Icelandic name, which appears to be a variant of Sigurður. The name derives from Old Norse elements 'sigr' meaning 'victory' and 'varðr' meaning 'guardian' or 'defender'. In…
Icelandic
"maple"
Well-liked nature name in Iceland, but unlikely to translate well in the US.
Icelandic variation of Oliver, Latin
"olive tree"
The Icelandic form of Oliver, currently ranking in their Top 10.
Arnór is a masculine name of Norse origin, combining the elements 'arn' meaning 'eagle' and 'ór' derived from Old Norse 'varr' meaning 'warrior' or 'guardian'. This powerful name has been used in…
Hilmir is a masculine name of Norse origin that carries royal significance. In Old Norse, 'hilmir' was a poetic term for a king or chieftain, derived from the word 'hjalmr' meaning 'helmet,'…
Icelandic variation of Christopher, Greek and Latin
"Christian"
A common and traditional name in Iceland, where it is the predominant form of Christopher.
"birch"
An Icelandic nature name derived from the word for birch tree, birki . It currently ranks in Iceland's Top 25 for boys.
Halldór is a traditional Icelandic male name with deep Norse roots. It combines the elements 'hallr' meaning 'stone' or 'rock' and 'Þórr' referring to Thor, the god of thunder in Norse mythology.…
Icelandic variation of Olaf, Norse
"ancestor's relic"
The Icelandic form of Olaf — significantly less snowman-like while still maintaining the wintery feel.
Icelandic form of Ulf, Scandinavian
"wolf"
A Top 20 name in Iceland with a lupine meaning.
Vítor is a masculine name of Portuguese and Brazilian origin, equivalent to the more familiar Victor. Derived from Latin 'victor' meaning 'conqueror' or 'winner,' it carries strong associations with…
