Abandoned and Come-Back Ready Medieval Names

By theresaelsmore · Updated May 2023

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Unusual with plenty of character and strength. These rare Midieval names have been in slumber for much too long and make for a fresh and delightful choice.

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Wade
English
"at the river crossing"
Wade has never been outside the US Top 1000 for boys - there's a reason for that. It has a clean spelling, fresh sound and is neither too trendy (unlike Kade or Cade) or too old-school (like Richard…
Wolfgang
German
"traveling wolf"
A name with plenty of grandeur, but a playful nickname, Wolfgang blends sophistication, wildness, and gothic imagery. While it may feel surprising in this century, it does have an allure for those…
Percival
French
"one who pierces the valley"
There are several Percivals scattered through the Harry Potter series, which might help transform the old-fangled, fussy image it has accrued. Actually, the original Percival was the one perfectly…
Valerian
Latin
"strength, health"
This name of a Roman emperor and of a sedating plant is still used quietly, given to about a dozen baby boys in the US last year. It has a strong, rhythmic sound and could make a modern-feeling honor…
Gawain
Welsh
"May hawk"
With a noble air and a distinctive yet familiar sound, Gawain is drawn from Arthurian legend, in which he is one of King Arthur's loyal knights and his nephew. Also appearing as the hero of the 14th…
Leofrick
Fenwick
Chrysogon
Rohesia
Ansfrid
Blavier
Everard
English spelling variation of Eberhard
"hardy"
An older form of Everett that stays closer to its Germanic roots. Distinguished Everard is the name of several historical figures and literary characters, including a minor hobbit in The Lord of the…
Ferand
Hemon
Theodorick
Clarimund
Avicia
Emmony
Galiena
Galiena is a rare feminine name with medieval Latin origins, possibly derived from the Roman family name Galienus or from the Latin word 'galenus,' meaning 'calm' or 'tranquil.' The name carries an…
Maynilda

Abandoned and Come-Back Ready Medieval Names

About this list

The names

Wade

Wolfgang

Percival

Valerian

Gawain

Leofrick

Fenwick

Chrysogon

Rohesia

Ansfrid

Blavier

Everard

Ferand

Hemon

Theodorick

Clarimund

Avicia

Emmony

Galiena

Maynilda