Witchy Names
- Garland
Origin:
Word nameDescription:
Garland is fragrant and celebratory, and also has a celebrity-tribute tie to the star of The Wizard of Oz.
- Arianwen
Origin:
WelshMeaning:
"silver, white, fair, blessed"Description:
Rarely heard outside of Wales, Arianwen combines the pretty Welsh element gwen with the silvery arian, giving it a metallic and shining meaning. The name is sometimes listed as one of the daughters of the legendary fifth-century king and saint, Brychan Brycheiniog.
- Fringilla
Origin:
Latin literary name and bird nameDescription:
Fringilla Vigo is a sorceress and villain in The Witcher series. Her name comes from a genus of singing finches.
- Aquarius
Origin:
LatinMeaning:
"water carrier"Description:
Astrological name retains a hippielike Age of Aquarius feel.
- Hawthorn
Origin:
Spelling variation of HawthorneDescription:
The version with the e at the end relates to novelist Nathaniel, so that may be the one most parents attracted to this unusual name would choose. Hawthorn nudges it toward the nature category: Hawthorn is a type of hedge.
- Morticia
Origin:
Fictional invented nameMeaning:
"mortician"Description:
Charles Addams invented the name Morticia for the mother in his cartoon series "The Addams Family." The name comes from the word mortician—very appropriate for this macabre mom.
- Clove
Origin:
Nature nameDescription:
Clove is one of a whole tantalizing genre of spice names that might work for a boy. Clovis could be considered a long form.
- Sybilla
Origin:
GreekMeaning:
"seer, oracle"Description:
Sybilla and its near-identical twin Sibylla are dainty and demure names with a powerful namesake that also happen to be extremely rare -- no baby girls were given either name in the US last year.
- Granite
Origin:
Nature nameDescription:
There's a whole quarry of rocky names parents are now considering: Slate, Flint, etc. , but this one is particularly hard-edged and problematic.
- Quartz
Origin:
Mineral nameDescription:
This may be a bit quirky to make it as a name, especially in first place. If you love it, you might try it in the middle.
- Mulberry
Origin:
Nature nameDescription:
As a name, it's linked to Sir Mulberry Hawk, a character in Charles Dicken's Nicholas Nickleby.
- Ninianne
Origin:
Gaelic, meaning unknownDescription:
Known more commonly in Medieval legend as the Lady of the Lake, Ninianne is a key character in Arthurian legends.
- Solar
Origin:
English word nameMeaning:
"of the sun"Description:
Solar is a new gender-neutral word name used nearly evenly for boys and girls. With both a weather and a heavenly bent, it's a name that's just warming up.
- Verana
Description:
Verana is a feminine name with Latin roots, possibly derived from 'veranus' meaning 'of spring' or 'truth.' This elegant name carries connotations of honesty, renewal, and freshness. Though not widely common in contemporary usage, Verana has appeared occasionally throughout European history, particularly in regions with Roman influence. The name has a timeless quality that bridges classical tradition with modern sensibility. Verana may appeal to parents seeking a melodic, feminine name with historical roots but without overwhelming popularity. Its gentle sound pattern and positive associations with truth and springtime give it a subtle charm that works well across different cultures.
- Tree
Origin:
Nature nameDescription:
Tree as a first name may have entered the lexicon via Taylor Swift's (female) publicist Tree Paine, but there's no reason Tree can't work for any gender. It's simple, it's nature-connected, it's modern.
- Virva
Origin:
FinnishMeaning:
"will o' the wisp"Description:
Mystical and mysterious, but with grounded sounds, Virva is a name of Finnish origin, derived from the word virvatuli meaning "will o' the wisp". In folklore, will o' the wisps are floating orbs of bluish light, appearing above water and marshes in the dark, then disappearing when travellers approach them. Sometimes said to lure the unwary into danger, in Finnish folklore specifically, they are they are claimed to mark the places where faerie gold is buried.
- Garnet
Origin:
Jewel name, from the FrenchMeaning:
"pomegranate"Description:
One of the jewel names in use a hundred years ago, due for revival along with sisters Ruby and Pearl.
- Melisandra
Description:
Melisandra is an elaborate feminine name likely combining elements of Melissa (from Greek, meaning 'honey bee') with the -sandra ending from Alexandra or Cassandra (meaning 'defender of mankind' or 'shining upon man' respectively). This ornate combination creates a romantic, almost literary-sounding name. Melisandra remains extremely rare in English-speaking countries, never having reached common usage. The name carries a melodious quality with its flowing syllables and classical influences, evoking associations with Greek mythology and medieval romance. For parents seeking something distinctive yet accessible, Melisandra offers the familiarity of more common names like Melissa and Alexandra but with a unique, elaborate quality that sets it apart.
- Hekate
Origin:
GreekMeaning:
"willpower or far-reaching"Description:
In Greek mythology, Hekate (also spelled Hecate) is associated with witchcraft and magic. The name may mean "willpower" or "far-reaching". She was often associated with the moon and with storms, making this name a good alternative to more familiar names like Selena, Luna and Tempest. The spelling Hecate debuted in the US charts for the first time in 2022.
- Dandelion
Origin:
Flower name, from FrenchMeaning:
"lion's tooth"Description:
The bright yellow weed lends itself to a creative baby name, although we don't recommend the nickname Dandy.
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