Legends of LAFA
- Joah
Origin:
HebrewMeaning:
"brother of God"Description:
Joah is a simple but obscure Biblical name, the name of four men in the Old Testament. Joah could be the perfect way to honor Grandpa Joe, or might be seen as a streamlined alternative to Josiah. Joah has so much basic appeal, in fact, that it just might be the next Noah.
- Ona
Origin:
Lithuanian variation of Anna, Catalan diminutive of MarionaMeaning:
"grace; wave; bitter; wished-for child"Description:
One of those names with a wide array of meanings across different cultures; it's the Lithuanian form of Anna, for instance, and William Blake used it as the name of one of his mysterious, godlike characters. But it's found major popularity in Spain, where it's just outside the Top 50. It makes the Top 10 in Catalonia, being both a diminutive of Mariona and the word for "wave".
- Anel
Description:
Anel is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Hebrew tradition, it relates to 'God has answered,' while in Latin American contexts, particularly Spanish and Portuguese influence, it can mean 'ring' or 'circle,' symbolizing eternity and completeness. In Turkish, Anel carries associations with 'mother' or 'maternal.' This multicultural name is concise and melodic, making it easy to pronounce across different languages. While not extensively popular in English-speaking countries, Anel enjoys modest usage in diverse cultural communities. The name's brevity combined with its meaningful associations makes it appealing to parents seeking a simple yet distinctive name with international versatility and symbolic depth.
- Wray
Origin:
Old NorseMeaning:
"dweller near the corner"Description:
A locational surname turned rare first name, which would likely be misheard as the much more familiar Ray.
- Oda
Origin:
Scandinavian, short form of OdeliaDescription:
Ada, yes. Ida, maybe. But Oda, a Scandinavian version of Odelia, not really. To English speakers, it sounds too much like "odor".
- Shar
Description:
Shar is a concise feminine name with diverse origins. It can be a shortened form of names like Sharon (Hebrew for 'plain' or 'meadow'), Charlotte, or Sharleen. In Persian, 'shar' relates to 'city' or 'country,' while in some contexts it could connect to the word for 'sharing.' The name gained modest recognition in the United States during the 1970s and 1980s as both a standalone name and nickname. Shar has a distinctive, modern brevity that appeals to parents seeking short, impactful names. Its simplicity allows for easy pronunciation across languages and cultures. While never reaching high popularity rankings, Shar continues to be chosen by parents appreciating its straightforward, contemporary sound and versatile cultural connections.
- Amar
Description:
Amar as a feminine name has different origins than its more common masculine counterpart. While rare for girls, feminine Amar can be traced to Sanskrit origins meaning 'immortal' or 'eternal.' In some cultures, it's considered a variation of Amara, meaning 'grace' or 'eternal beauty.' The name carries a sense of enduring strength and timelessness. As a female name, Amar remains uncommon in Western countries but has seen occasional use in South Asian communities and among parents seeking cross-cultural names with meaningful origins. Its brevity combined with its melodic sound and profound meaning makes it an attractive choice for parents looking for a name that is both distinctive and meaningful for their daughters.
- Jalmari
Origin:
Finnish form of Old Norse HjalmarMeaning:
"helmet protector"Description:
Distinctive-sounding Scandinavian name. with deep roots. Short form is the attractive Jari.
- Jari
Origin:
Short form of Jalmari, FinnishMeaning:
"helmet protector"Description:
Sleek modern short form of a classic Scandinavian name.
- Dun
Description:
Dun is a masculine name with multiple cultural origins and meanings. In Scottish and Irish contexts, it derives from Gaelic, meaning 'brown-haired' or 'brown one,' and sometimes appears as a shortened form of Duncan ('dark warrior'). In Chinese culture, Dun (敦) can represent qualities like honesty, sincerity, or generosity, depending on the specific character used. As an English surname and place name, Dun refers to a dull grayish-brown color or relates to hills and forts (from the Old English 'dūn' meaning hill). The name's brevity gives it a strong, straightforward quality while its cross-cultural presence offers diverse heritage connections. Never widely popular as a first name in Western countries, Dun maintains an uncommon status that might appeal to parents seeking a simple, distinctive name with multicultural resonance.
- Teik
- Shal
- Aradegi
- Shega
- Baranamtarra
- Amarsin
- Arensu
- Ashte
- Ensi
- Liliz