Periodic Table of Elements
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For those who love science or simply want to discover more possible names, here's a list of the names of the elements of the periodic table of elements. Some definitely could work as names, while others might be a bit trickier
- Cobalt
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Color and nature nameDescription:
Even among the range of blue names on the current baby naming palette -- Blue itself, Azure, Cerulean, Teal, Aqua, Cyan, Indigo -- Cobalt remains the most unusual, not to mention the most masculine.
- Silver
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English word nameDescription:
This shimmery Age of Aquarius unisex flower child name is making a comeback, along with metal and gem names like Steel, Jade, and Ruby.
- Mercury
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LatinMeaning:
"Roman messenger god"Description:
Adventurous parents are starting to look back to names of ancient gods like Mercury, Zeus, and Apollo. This one is also a planet and a metallic element, and has a friendly nickname, Merc. The Roman god Mercury, which derives from the Latin words for trade or wages, is the patron of tradesmen and travelers and the fastest-moving planet in the solar system. Mercury is the planet associated with the sign of Virgo, so this is one of the prime names for Virgo babies.
- Zinc
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Color or mineral nameDescription:
Extreme cool possibilities in either of these modern categories, like a postmodern Linc.
- Neon
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GreekMeaning:
"New"Description:
Bright and energetic, Neon seems like it would be a modern coinage, borrowed from neon lights.
- Tin
Description:
Tin is a masculine name with multiple cultural origins. In Vietnamese, it means "belief" or "trust," making it a name with positive virtues embedded in its meaning. In Chinese culture, the name can represent different characters depending on the tone and written form, potentially meaning "sky" or other concepts. As a Western name, Tin might be used as a shortened form of names like Martin, Austin, or Constantin. The brevity of Tin gives it a modern, minimalist appeal that works well cross-culturally. While uncommon as a standalone name in most Western countries, its simplicity and international versatility make it an increasingly interesting choice for parents seeking a name that is both concise and meaningful.
- Gold
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English word nameMeaning:
"gold"Description:
Luxe baby name that could easily fit in among children named Onyx and Emerald. Goldie is a rising choice for girls.
- Hydrogen
- Helium
- Lithium
- Beryllium
- Boron
- Carbon
- Nitrogen
- Oxygen
- Fluorine
- Sodium
- Magnesium
- Aluminum
- Silicon