The Obscure Goddesses

The Roman goddess Annona personified Rome's grain supply. Her name is derived from the Latin word annōna, meaning "corn" or "grain," which ultimately originated from annus, "year."

In Greek mythology, Arethusa is a nymph who is transformed into a fresh water fountain. The name is also used for a type of orchid and featured in Bleak House by Charles Dickens.

Asherah is probably one of the most ancient of mother goddess symbols, recorded in the pantheons of several civilisations from the tenth century BCE. As the mother to innumerable gods and goddesses, she is often depicted as having the capacity to walk on water, which makes Asherah an excellent choice for a baby born under one of the water signs of the zodiac, including names for Scorpio babies, as well as those born under Pisces and Cancer.

The goddess name Aurora has consistently been on the US popularity list since the nineteenth century, but has really taken off in the past 30 years. Aurora also enjoys remarkable international popularity, ranking in the Top 100 throughout the English-speaking world as well as in Italy, Spain, Norway, Switzerland, and several other European and Latin American countries.

Cacia is a feminine name with Latin roots, possibly derived from 'acacia,' the name of a flowering tree known for its durability and beauty. In some contexts, it may be used as a shortened form of Acacia or related to the Latin 'cassia,' another flowering plant. The name has a delicate, flowing quality with its soft consonants and open vowel sounds. Cacia remains relatively rare, appealing to parents seeking a name that sounds botanically inspired yet distinctive. Its brevity makes it accessible while its uncommon nature ensures originality. The name conveys a sense of natural elegance and subtle strength, reminiscent of its botanical associations.