Pisces Names
- Neptune
Origin:
Roman god of the sea, freshwater springs, and horses.Description:
This Roman mythology (and planet) name would be very hard to handle. It derives from a root meaning cloud.
- Winika
Origin:
MaoriMeaning:
"Christmas orchid"Description:
With the rise of all those other popular feminine W names, like Winnie, Willa and Winona, why not consider the lovely Winika? Win and Winnie are likely nicknames and it is associated with a dainty Pacific orchid that blossoms at Christmas time. If you're looking for international names for Christmas babies, this is one for the short list.
- Kerouac
Origin:
Breton literary nameDescription:
Kerouac could make for a meaningful possible modern literary inspiration, via On the Road author Jack. The writer's baptism certificate read Jean Louis Kirouac, though he later claimed his full name was Jean-Louis Lebris de Kerouac.
- Pike
Origin:
American animal nameMeaning:
"pike, a fish"Description:
The field of nature names is constantly expanding to include all species of flowers and trees and animals and birds and even fish. In addition to its appeal for anglers, Pike recalls Zebulon Pike, the explorer who discovered and gave his name to Pike's Peak.
- March
Origin:
English word nameMeaning:
"month name"Description:
Along with August, March is one of the month names perfectly suited to boys. This brisk single-syllable name – which derives from the name of Mars, the Roman god of war – is worth considering as either a first or middle option. As a surname, it brings warm memories of the girls of Little Women, and of twentieth century actor Fredric.
- Mora
Origin:
SpanishMeaning:
"blackberry"Description:
Intriguing derivation, though people will assume it's a simplified form of Maura.
- Leviathan
Origin:
HebrewMeaning:
"twisted, coiled; in modern Hebrew - whale"Description:
Leviathan was a name given to 76 boys in the USA in 2021. It makes a rather unusual Biblical choice, being the name not of a man or angel, but of a sea monster. In literature and popular culture, the term Leviathan has since come to be used as a synonym for any gargantuan, monstrous creature or object (think of the bag in VEEP).
- Turquoise
Origin:
FrenchMeaning:
"Turkish stone"Description:
Turquoise is similar in hue to Aqua, which is one of the cool new color names on the palette. Other blue-hued options: Cerulean, Cyan, Indigo, or Blue itself.
- Inanna
Origin:
MesopotamianMeaning:
"lady of heaven"Description:
An ancient Mesopotamian goddess of love, war and justice, with a name that fits modern tastes. In recent years it has become a rare but steady fixture near the bottom of the charts, and feels full of potential for parents looking for an offbeat name from mythology.
- Vishnu
Origin:
HindiMeaning:
"protector"Description:
Name of one of the three main Hindu gods.
- Shad
Origin:
Fish name; variation of ChadMeaning:
"battle warrior"Description:
Swam into style and quickly out again, on Chad's fish- er, coat-tails.
- Sea
Origin:
English word nameDescription:
With River and Ocean becoming mainstream, why not consider Sea?
- Pan
Origin:
GreekMeaning:
"all or shepherd"Description:
Pan is the Greek god with the legs of a goat and the body of a pipes-playing man known for his mischievousness. Pan is also the god of shepherds, pastures, and fertility. Pan is also a Hindi name meaning leaf or feather.
- Teal
Origin:
Bird and color nameDescription:
This name of both a grayish-greenish-blue color and a kind of wild duck can be used for both boys and girls.
- Anissa
Origin:
ArabicMeaning:
"friendly"Description:
A pretty and delicate cousin of Anna is often heard in Scotland and is also currently popular in France. In the US it was brought to public attention by child actress Anissa Jones, who played Buffy on the popular TV show Family Affair, which debuted in 1966, bringing her name onto the charts the following year. Born Mary Anissa, her middle/stage name reflected her Lebanese heritage.
- Alf
Origin:
EnglishMeaning:
"elf counsel"Description:
Short form of Alfred that had fallen out of favor, but could come back alongside Alfie and other clunky old-style nicknames like Gus and Ike.
- Jabin
Origin:
HebrewMeaning:
"perceptive"Description:
The name of two Old Testament kings that seems as ripe as you can get for modern use, given the popularity of sound-alike Biblical brethren Jadon and Jacob (and even mythological Jason). Note that different sources give wide-ranging meanings for Jabin, but we think "perceptive" is the most authoritative, not to mention appealing.
- Pollack
Description:
Pollack is a masculine name with roots as a surname of Scottish, Irish, and Jewish origins. As a Scottish and Irish surname, it derives from the Gaelic 'Pollach,' meaning 'from the pool or pond,' indicating someone who lived near such a body of water. In Jewish communities, it often originated as a toponymic surname for people from Poland. While primarily known as a family name, Pollack has occasionally transitioned to first-name use, following the trend of surname-to-first-name conversion. The name carries a strong, distinctive sound with its hard consonants. It might also evoke associations with the artist Jackson Pollock or the fish species. As a given name, Pollack remains quite uncommon, giving it a distinctive quality for those seeking a unique masculine name with historical roots.
- Barah
Description:
Barah is a feminine name with Arabic origins, derived from 'barakah' meaning 'blessing' or 'divine favor.' The name carries connotations of prosperity and good fortune in many Middle Eastern cultures. While not widely common in Western countries, Barah has maintained steady usage in Arabic-speaking communities and is increasingly chosen by parents seeking names with meaningful spiritual significance. The name is appreciated for its gentle sound and positive associations, making it an elegant but distinctive choice for baby girls. Barah is typically pronounced with emphasis on the first syllable (BAH-rah).
- Marquez
Origin:
SpanishMeaning:
"nobleman"Description:
This Spanish spelling of Marquis is popular in its own right.
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