Cat Names That Mean Curious

Similar to the Turkish name Bilge (Bil-jeh), which has the same meaning.

The origins of the nom de plume Voltaire are obscure - it is believed that it is an anagram of Arovetli (the Latin form of his surname Arouet). But the name was also chosen for its connotations of speed and daring (think volts and vaulting). American anarchist Voltairine de Cleyre was named after the French philosopher - giving this feminisation a double punch of intellectualism.

French form of Hildegard

Rare Indian name best known as that of philosopher Jiddu Krishnamurti.

Siddhartha Gautama, better known as Buddha, was the founder of the Buddhist philosophy and religion in 6th Century BCE. Born a nobleman, Buddha left a world of privilege and wealth to take up a more austere life of meditation, contemplation and material poverty. This boys name is therefore very strong and full of ethical and religious meaning.

The moody and mysterious name Dark could be the perfect name for a couple who embraces the magic of the unknown. Grimes and Elon Musk used it as a middle for their daughter Y, whose given name is Exa Dark Sideræl. Grimes chose it because, "dark matter is the beautiful mystery of our universe."

Old French form of Petronilla borne by Perenelle Flamel (1320-1402), alchemist and wife of Nicolas Flamel. They are known for their quest to discover the philosopher's stone, a legendary substance said to turn any metal into gold and to make its owner immortal. The figure of Perenelle Flamel appeared in the Harry Potter series.

Nuha is an Arabic name meaning wise, and also a name from Semitic mythology of unknown origin, belonging to an ancient sun goddess.

A possibility for fans of the mystery writer, but most parents would prefer Dashiell.

Mata is a concise feminine name with diverse cultural origins. In Sanskrit, it means 'mother' and holds sacred connotations, while in Hebrew it can mean 'gift.' The name appears in various cultures including Spanish, Polish, and Indonesian communities, each with subtle meaning variations. Historically, the name gained some recognition through Mata Hari, the famous Dutch exotic dancer and spy during World War I. Despite this historical association, Mata remains uncommon in Western countries but appears more frequently in South Asian and Eastern European regions. The name's brevity gives it strength and memorability, while its multicultural roots make it adaptable across different languages and traditions.