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Mysterious Enchanted Fantasy Names

  1. Gwenore

    • Origin:

      Variation of Guinevere

    • Meaning:

      "white shadow, white wave"

    • Description:

      An offbeat way to get to Gwen.
  2. Nyssa

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "goal"

    • Description:

      A fairly common Greek name that would fit in well here.
  3. Valiant

    • Origin:

      English word name from Latin

    • Meaning:

      "brave"

    • Description:

      While still very rare, the name Valiant was given to six baby boys in the US last year. And it's an inspiring choice.
  4. Raven

    • Origin:

      Word name

    • Description:

      Make that bird name, and while it does work for both genders, it's far more popular for girls, via Raven Symone.
  5. Callidora

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "gift of beauty"

    • Description:

      An extremely rare name of Ancient Greek origin which could be a novel way to Callie. There is a minor Harry Potter character by the name: Callidora Black (later Longbottom).
  6. Branwen

    • Origin:

      Celtic

    • Meaning:

      "blessed raven"

    • Description:

      This is an attractive Celtic mythological name, popular in Wales and a cousin of the better known Bronwyn. In Welsh mythology, Branwen was turned into a bird.
  7. Lune

    • Description:

      Lune is a delicate feminine name derived from the French word for 'moon.' With Latin origins in 'luna,' this name carries celestial associations and evokes images of moonlight and nighttime serenity. Though rare in English-speaking countries, Lune has occasional usage in France and among parents drawn to French-inspired names. The name's single-syllable simplicity belies its rich poetic qualities and mythological connections—the moon being associated with feminine energy in many cultures. Lune offers a subtle alternative to the more common Luna while maintaining the same ethereal qualities. Its brevity, elegant sound, and meaningful connection to the night sky make it appealing for parents seeking something both simple and evocative.

  8. Viviane

    • Origin:

      French variation of Viviana or Vivien

    • Description:

      Viviane is one of a cluster of names that may or may not be related. They include the Latin Viviana, which means life, and its modern forms Vivian and the French form Vivienne. But Vivien, pronounced identically, may be a literary invention connected instead to Ninian. Some sources also connect the Viv variations to the Irish Bebinn, the name of the goddess of childbirth, or Bevin.
  9. Sparrow

    • Origin:

      Nature name

    • Description:

      With other bird names such as Lark and Phoenix on the rise, why not chirpy Sparrow? Nicole Richie and Joel Madden named their son, born in 2009, Sparrow James Midnight.
  10. Zed

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Zedekiah

    • Description:

      Newer than Zac, cooler than Ed, Ned, or Ted.
  11. Ulric

    • Origin:

      English variation of Ulrich and Wulfric, German

    • Meaning:

      "rich and noble heritage; wolf power"

    • Description:

      Also related to the word for wolf, this name has a first syllable that's not appealing to the American ear. Better ic-ending choices: Dominic, Frederic, Eric.
  12. Crescent

    • Origin:

      French

    • Meaning:

      "increasing, growing"

    • Description:

      Crescent is an intriguing word name with a pretty sound and links to the moon. Cressie could make for a cute nickname, as used in the Worst Witch children's TV series, short for Crescentmoon.
  13. Rhian

    • Origin:

      Welsh

    • Meaning:

      "maiden"

    • Description:

      Popular in Wales, but likely to be mispronounced as Ryan here.
  14. Embla

    • Origin:

      Norse

    • Meaning:

      "elm"

    • Description:

      In Norse mythology, Embla is the equivalent of the Bible's Eve. With a lovely nature meaning, and a soft but distinctive sound, Embla is one of the most popular girl names in Iceland.
  15. Kaye

    • Origin:

      Short form of Katherine, Greek

    • Meaning:

      "pure"

    • Description:

      Kaye and its more popular sister Kay, once common short forms of the perennially popular Katherine, are now on the endangered list, given to fewer than 50 baby girls each year. But maybe that makes them prime for a comeback? Rarer than Kate, in any case.
  16. Sabrine

    • Origin:

      French form of Sabrina, British river name

    • Description:

      Sabrina is the Latin name for the Severn, Britain's longest river. Drop the final syllable and you get a streamlined, French-esque name that's just as elegant, but without the Teenage Witch association. Sabrine has been used in the USA since 1970, but never for more than 18 girls a year — that makes it a rare gem.
  17. Iago

    • Origin:

      Welsh and Galician variation of James and Jacob

    • Description:

      Iago, the villain of Shakespeare's Othello, was so treacherously evil that his name has hardly ever been heard offstage. Try the much-more-benign Inigo.
  18. Aeronwen

    • Description:

      Aeronwen is a feminine Welsh name combining 'aeron,' meaning 'fruits' or 'berries,' with 'gwen,' meaning 'white,' 'blessed,' or 'fair.' Sometimes spelled Aronwen, this traditional Welsh name celebrates nature's bounty and purity. The name reflects Wales' rich linguistic heritage and connection to the natural world. While widely recognized in Wales, Aeronwen remains relatively uncommon in other English-speaking countries, though interest in Celtic names has brought increased attention to such traditional Welsh names. The pronunciation (eye-RON-wen) may present challenges for non-Welsh speakers, but its distinctive character and meaningful etymology appeal to parents seeking a name with authentic cultural roots and natural symbolism.
  19. Narissa

    • Description:

      Narissa is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variation of Narcissa (derived from the Greek word for 'narcissus flower') or a Western adaptation of the Indian name Narisa. The name evokes images of elegance and beauty with its flowing, melodic sound. Narissa gained modest recognition in the 1990s but remains relatively uncommon, giving it an exotic and distinctive quality. The name's multicultural resonance makes it appealing to parents seeking a name that crosses cultural boundaries while maintaining a feminine, sophisticated sound. Though not ranked among top names in most English-speaking countries, Narissa continues to be chosen by parents drawn to its lyrical quality and subtle literary connections.
  20. Zenith

    • Origin:

      English word name

    • Meaning:

      "the time at which something is most powerful or successful; the point in the celestial sphere directly above an observer"

    • Description:

      A tip-top word name—literally, Zenith means the top or apex. Zen makes a cute nickname.

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