Cat Names That Mean Miracle

A beautiful and evocative Greek mythology name which was also borne by a 4th century saint. A unique alternative to Theodora.

Only in use in the US since the late 1950s, Marivel may have originated as a creative spin on Marvel, perhaps influenced by Maribel, which has followed the same popularity trajectory (although much higher up the charts).

Spelling variation of Mattan.

Former Top 5 choice in Slovenia that now sits below the Top 20.

This Japanese name is used for both boys and girls.

The Hebrew variation of Jonathan, occasionally heard in the US.

Some parents might like this energetic diminutive for Dorothy used in the Bush family, though the traditional Dottie and Dot seem to be coming back.

Simple and pretty Arabic option that was a fast-riser in 2022, possibly thanks in part to telenovela actress Hiba Abouk from the hit show El Principe.

This Theodore sound-alike derives from the name Diodorus, associated with the ancient Greek historian Diodorus Siculus.

As Polydoros, this rare Greek name belonged to several figures in Greek mythology, including a son of King Priam of Troy.

Slovak cognate of Mattea.

Heliodoros was derived from the Greek components helios, meaning "sun," and doron, "gift."

Diodorus derives from the Greek elements Dios, meaning "of Zeus," and doron, "gift." Diodorus Siculus, a Greek historian from the first century BC, is the most notable bearer.

The most popular variation of this Biblical name is Mateo, which has now surpassed the classic Matthew. Matteo is not far behind, and other variations are rising fast as well. Mateos is a variation used throughout Ethiopia that has yet to make it to the Western world, despite its super cool sound and wide appeal.

Many Cornish names in use today are taken directly from the dictionary, as is the case with Bennath, a noun meaning "blessing." Despite its similarity to the male name Bennett, Bennath is most commonly used among baby girls.

The Finnish cognate of Thea, from Dorothea.

Bracha is literally the Hebrew word for blessing. It's rarely put on the birth certificate in the US, although many Jewish girls carry it as their Hebrew name.