Names That Mean Death
- Evora
Origin:
Portuguese place nameMeaning:
"yew tree"Description:
Evora is a city in Portugal known for its magnificent Roman aged ruins. It is occasionally seen as a female name, evoking some of the mystique of this region.
- Styx
Origin:
GreekMeaning:
"the hateful"Description:
In Greek mythology, the river Styx separates the Earth and the Underworld, named for the goddess who gave it its power. Today Styx is also associated with the 1970s rock band of the same name.
- Morty
Description:
Morty is a masculine name primarily used as a familiar diminutive of Morton or Mortimer, both of which have Old English and French origins meaning 'dead water' or 'still water.' With its friendly, approachable sound, Morty projects a warm, unpretentious character. The name gained some recognition through various pop culture references, including characters in television shows and films. Though rarely used as a formal given name on birth certificates, Morty has maintained modest recognition as a nickname throughout the 20th and 21st centuries. It carries a somewhat vintage quality that evokes mid-20th century Americana, often associated with a friendly, avuncular personality. The name has experienced occasional small surges in interest connected to popular media characters.
- Angelia
Origin:
GreekMeaning:
"angel"Description:
Angelia, also called Angelos, was a daughter of Zeus and Hera. She stole her mother's anointments and gave them to Europa, then to escape her mother's wrath went into hiding.
- Berian
Origin:
Welsh place nameMeaning:
"open plain or burial place"Description:
The meaning of the place name Berian, in Pembrokeshire, is not known, but it may mean "plain" or "burial place". It would make an interesting -ian ending option for lovers of names like Julian and Adrian who want something a bit more off-the-beaten-track.
- Anubis
Description:
Anubis is a masculine name drawn directly from Egyptian mythology, where Anubis was the jackal-headed god who guided souls to the afterlife and presided over mummification. This powerful ancient name carries strong symbolic connections to protection, judgment, and the mysteries of death and rebirth. While historically significant in Egyptian culture, Anubis has been rarely used as a personal name until recent decades. Modern interest in mythology and ancient civilizations has led some parents to consider this distinctive choice. The name conveys a sense of mystique and authority, though its strong underworld associations might feel intense to some. For families drawn to Egyptian heritage or mythological names, Anubis offers unmistakable cultural depth.
- Branok
Origin:
CornishMeaning:
"crow"Description:
Derived from Cornish brano, meaning "crow; raven".
- Yfke
Origin:
Dutch diminutive of Yvonne, FrenchMeaning:
"yew wood"Description:
Think of Yfke as a cooler Yvonne, or a more unusual Eva. The Frisian name is rarely heard beyond the Netherlands.
- Aivar
Origin:
Estonian variation of Ivar, NorseMeaning:
"yew wood, archer"Description:
Form of Ivar most common in Estonia.
- Itachi
Origin:
JapaneseMeaning:
"weasel"Description:
The Japanese word for "weasel" was chosen as the name of Itachi Uchiha, a character in Naruto. In anime, name meanings often relate to a character's story. Weasels are bad luck in Japanese culture and are associated with death. In this case, Itachi killed his entire family besides his brother, so his name's meaning was appropriate.
- Siren
Origin:
Greek, Norwegian, SwedishMeaning:
"severe, or fair victory"Description:
The Sirens in Greek myth were nymphs of half-woman, half-bird appearance who lured sailors to their deaths with their song.
- Iben
Origin:
Norwegian, Danish, FrisianMeaning:
"ebony; supplanter; yew wood"Description:
This unisex name ranks among the most popular girl names in Norway, though it has a number of different roots.
- Laverna
Origin:
LatinDescription:
Laverna was the Roman goddess of thievery, cheating, and the underworld. The original meaning of her name in unknown, however, there are several theories. One such theory states that Laverna is related to the Latin word for theif, laterniō, while another connects the name to levare, meaning "to lift," as in shoplifting. In the case of the latter, Laverna would mean "goddess of gain".
- Rambo
Origin:
English surname nameDescription:
Superhero names are fit for humans today, and there's no reason Rambo can't take his place among a generation of babies named Loki, Odin, and Atlas.
- Thanatos
Origin:
Greek mythology nameDescription:
One mythological name not used for modern babies, Thanatos is the Greek personification of peaceful death.
- Iobhar
Origin:
Irish, GaelicMeaning:
"yew or bow warrior"Description:
Irish spelling of Ivor
- Zeldris
Origin:
Invented nameDescription:
Zeldris is a demon character — also known as the Prince of Darkness — on the anime series Nanatsu no Taizai (or The Seven Deadly Sins). His name debuted on the American charts in 2021, when it was used for eight baby boys.
- Acheron
Origin:
GreekMeaning:
"river name"Description:
A real Greek river, believe in ancient times to lead to the Underworld. It has been in (rare) use as a boy name from 2010 onwards, coinciding with the rising interest in mythological names.
- Ghost
Origin:
Word nameDescription:
With word names, almost anything goes. But maybe not Ghost, unless you're naming a white dog.
- Naenia
Origin:
LatinMeaning:
"incantation, lament"Description:
A beautiful name but with a somber meaning — Naenia was the Roman goddess of funerals and lamentation.
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