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Fiery Names

Vana
By Vana
Updated Thu May 25 2023
Names relating to fire
  1. Seraphina

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "ardent; fiery"

    • Description:

      Seraphina is one of the most-searched name on Nameberry, destined for even greater popularity. The highest-ranking angels, the six-winged seraphim, inspired the lovely name Seraphina.
  2. Ignatius

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "fiery"

    • Description:

      The striking Ignatius is making a truly surprising comeback, sparked by its selection by not one but two celebrities — Cate Blanchett and Julianne Nicholson. With its fiery qualities and magical feel, Ignatius might just fit in with Blaze, Griffin, Ember, or Atticus.
  3. Kenneth

    • Origin:

      Scottish and Irish

    • Meaning:

      "born of fire, handsome"

    • Description:

      Kenneth may have lost much of its luster now, but Kenneth has had its moments of glory. The first king of Scotland was Kenneth, and Sir Kenneth, a Christian crusader, was the hero of the Sir Walter Scott novel The Talisman.
  4. Blaze

    • Origin:

      English word name

    • Meaning:

      "fire"

    • Description:

      Originally a form of the saint's name Blaise, though now more likely to be a hot word name used for both sexes, though heavily weighted toward the boys. It has been in the boys' Top 1000 since the year 2000. On the pop culture side of things, Blaze Bayley is a singer and musician who has been connected to the bands Wolfsbane and Iron Maiden.
  5. Ember

    • Origin:

      French variation of Amber

    • Description:

      Unlike Amber, which is in decline, this name still has a bit of a glow left -- though confusions between the two will inevitably arise.
  6. Aidan

    • Origin:

      Irish

    • Meaning:

      "little and fiery"

    • Description:

      Aidan was originally a pet form of the Irish name Aodh (pronounced 'ee'), the name of the old Celtic god of the sun and fire. The name was borne by numerous early Irish saints, one of whom was noted for his kindness and generosity.
  7. Sera

    • Origin:

      Hebrew, variation of Sarah

    • Meaning:

      "princess"

    • Description:

      Sera is a truly international variation heard in Hebrew-speaking, Spanish and Italian cultures. Sera can also spelled Serah. Sera might also be a short form of Seraphina.
  8. Fintan

    • Origin:

      Irish

    • Meaning:

      "white fire or white bull"

    • Description:

      Fintan is an ancient Irish saints' name that in legend is also the name of the only person to survive The Flood. Popular in modern Ireland, Fintan is ripe for export to the US where it is rarely used but could make an excellent long form for the stylish Finn.
  9. Serafina

    • Origin:

      Italian and Spanish variation of Seraphina

    • Meaning:

      "ardent"

    • Description:

      Serafina is a name so lovely it's worthy of an angel. But the more stylish spelling today is Seraphina.
  10. Edan

    • Origin:

      Irish and Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "little fire; era"

    • Description:

      This cross-cultural name is a spelling variant of two different popular names: the Irish Aidan and the Hebrew Idan. While Idan is a Top 100 choice in Israel, Aidan - and Aiden - in a number of English speaking countries. Pleasingly simple and concise, Edan may however be mistaken for Eden.
  11. Aodh

    • Origin:

      Gaelic

    • Meaning:

      "fire"

    • Description:

      Aodh, the name of the Celtic sun god meaning "fire", was common in early Scotland. It's also the origin of the wildly popular Irish name Aidan (originally Aodhán). Its pronunciation varies depending on region: AY or EE are Irish pronunciations, and in Scotland it's closer to UH, and has been Anglicized as Hugh.
  12. Séraphine

    • Description:

      Séraphine is a feminine French name derived from the Hebrew word "seraphim," referring to a celestial being or a type of angel described in Biblical texts. The name carries powerful religious connotations of purity, devotion, and heavenly connection. With its French spelling and accent mark, Séraphine possesses an elegant, artistic quality. While never extremely common, the name has experienced periodic interest in France and French-speaking regions. It gained some international attention through French painter Séraphine Louis. The name combines spiritual depth with a delicate, melodious sound. For parents seeking a name with religious significance wrapped in French sophistication, Séraphine offers a distinctive choice that balances the ethereal with cultural heritage.

  13. Conley

    • Origin:

      Anglicization of Conleth, Irish

    • Meaning:

      "chaste fire"

    • Description:

      Conley has a contemporary surname feel but is actually vintage in its usage. It was used as a masculine given name through the 1940s and peaked in 1905 at Number 709. Ready for revival? Definitely.
  14. Fiammetta

    • Origin:

      Italian

    • Meaning:

      "little fiery one"

    • Description:

      Fiammetta, from the Italian word for flame, has both femininity and fire. Fiammetta could make a good alternative to more conventional Italian girls' names like Giovanna.
  15. Tanwen

    • Origin:

      Welsh

    • Meaning:

      "holy fire"

    • Description:

      Tanwen is a far more singular and colorful alternative to Bronwen.
  16. Fina

    • Description:

      Fina is a feminine name with multiple origins, functioning both as a standalone name and as a diminutive form of names ending in '-fina' such as Serafina or Josefina. In Italian and Spanish contexts, it's often short for Josefina (Joseph's feminine form) or Serafina (meaning 'burning one'). In Catalan culture, it honors Santa Fina (Serafina), a 13th-century Italian saint. The name carries a delicate simplicity with its brief two-syllable structure while still connecting to deeper historical and cultural traditions. Its concise nature makes it appealing in modern naming trends that favor shorter names. Though uncommon in English-speaking countries, Fina has an international appeal with its easy pronunciation across languages and its sweet, feminine quality.
  17. Shula

    • Origin:

      Arabic or diminutive of Shulamit, Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "flame; peace"

    • Description:

      Shula is a short form often used on its own in Israel. Sula is another, related, option. As an Arabic name, it has a bright, fiery meaning.
  18. Flame

    • Origin:

      Word name

    • Description:

      There are many fire-related names, from Aidan to Fiammetta, but the Flame isn't one that's often found on birth certificates. It's a highly symbolic word: flames can represent faith, passion and cleansing, for example, as well as straightforward heat and light.
  19. Fiamma

    • Origin:

      Italian

    • Meaning:

      "flame"

    • Description:

      Fiery names are blazing hot right now, and this one would fit right in.
  20. Serafin

    • Origin:

      Spanish variation of Seraphim, Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "fiery"

    • Description:

      Serafin and Seraphim are much less known and used in the US than the feminine forms Serafina and Seraphina, but just as appealing. An out-of-the-box Spanish option with a deep history and an animated meaning.