asoiaf inspired names

Aurelia is an ancient Roman name that's become a surprise hit in the contemporary world. A top favorite on Nameberry, it reentered the US Top 1000 in 2014 after a 70-year absence and continues to climb.

Lyra is a name with ancient and celestial roots that's found new popularity thanks to its starring role in Philip Pullman's book series, His Dark Materials and its subsequent movie and TV adaptions. Simple yet starry, Lyra is familiar but not overused in the US, where it ranks in the Top 500.

Amabel is an older name than Annabel and a lot more distinctive. Amabel was a very common name in the twelfth and thirteen centuries, then was revived during the nineteenth century British fad for medieval names.

Common name in Wales that's all but unknown in the U.S. Certainly an attractive choice ripe for export. In the UK it sits at Number 330.

The rise of the the various Isabel names may give a boost to this variation, which has a sunny, springtime feel.

Melusine was a figure from early European folklore, associated with the water. Her legends are especially connected with the northern and western areas of France, as well as the Low Countries. She is also connected with the French Lusignan royal house which claimed to be descended from Melusine. This name makes a good choice for people looking for a feminine mythological name but want to steer clear of Greek and Arthurian mythology.

Claribel improves on its mother name Clarabelle by distancing itself from the clown and the cow.

Lucina, deriving from Latin lucus "grove" and also associated with lux "light", is an epithet given in Roman mythology to the goddess Juno (and sometimes also Diana) in her role as goddess of childbirth. A stately and unusual route to Lucy, more delicate than Lucinda.

Jonquil is an unusual flower name that is less outlandish than Daffodil and less common than Daisy. It just might appeal to parents seeking a singular botanical option.

Unlike most flower names, Jonquil wasn't introduced until the 1940s, and saw some usage in the U.K. during the forties and fifties.

Feyline is a feminine name with a distinctly ethereal quality, likely derived from the word "fey" meaning fairy-like, otherworldly, or possessing magical qualities. The suffix "-line" adds a graceful, flowing element reminiscent of names like Madeline or Caroline. This uncommon name carries whimsical, fantasy-inspired associations that evoke images of enchanted forests and mystical beings. Though exceedingly rare in official records, Feyline appeals to parents drawn to unique names with magical or supernatural connotations. The name fits within contemporary naming trends favoring distinctive, imaginative choices with connections to folklore and fantasy literature. Feyline's lyrical sound and mystical implications give it a dreamy, distinctive character unlike most conventional names.