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By SenrenityBittersweet · Updated March 2023
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Hawaiian
"hawk of royalty"
Iolani feels quintessentially Hawaiian, a stylish origin for baby names these days thanks to Malia, the Hawaiian name of the Obamas' older daughter. The initial I is pronounced with a long e sound,…
Botanical, from Greek
"star-flower (English name)"
The Calytrix flower is endemic to much of Australia and is part of the myrtle family. They are commonly known as star flowers, due to their dainty (usually bright white) 5 petalled flowers. The name…
Welsh
"wave"
St Dwynwen is the Welsh patron saint of lovers, and her feast day on January 25 is the equivalent of Valentine's day in Wales. The short form Dwyn may be more manageable for the non-Welsh.
Greek variation of Theodora
Fedora is occasionally heard among the British Mayfair and Belgravia set, but we're afraid that in this country there would be too strong an association with the man's felt hat.
Verita is a feminine name with Latin roots, derived from 'veritas' meaning 'truth.' This connection gives the name a powerful philosophical significance and virtuous quality. While uncommon in…
Neilia is a feminine name with potential Celtic or Latin origins. It may be related to the Irish name Neil (meaning 'champion' or 'cloud') with a feminine ending, or possibly derived from Latin…
