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Mysterious Enchanted Fantasy Names

  1. Nimue

    • Origin:

      Celtic Mythology (one of the names of the Lady of the Lake in Arthurian legends)

    • Description:

      Nimue (Lady of the Lake) is the ruler of Avalon in the Arthurian legend. Nimue plays a pivotal role in many stories, including giving King Arthur his sword Excalibur, enchanting Merlin, and raising Lancelot after the death of his father.
  2. Nyssa

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "goal"

    • Description:

      A fairly common Greek name that would fit in well here.
  3. Naiden
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      • Oana

        • Origin:

          Romanian short form of Ioana

        • Meaning:

          "God is gracious"

        • Description:

          An lesser-known member of the John-Joan family, though popular in its native habitat, has never emigrated, possibly due to its non-intuitive pronunciation.
      • Oberon

        • Origin:

          Variation of Auberon

        • Meaning:

          "elf king; noble bear"

        • Description:

          The Shakespearean character Oberon in A Midsummer Night's Dream is King of the Fairies, but the name, with its bold 'O' beginning has plenty of strength alongside its magical qualities.
      • Oberyn

        • Origin:

          Literary name

        • Description:

          George R.R. Martin probably got the idea for the name of his Song of Ice and Fire character Oberyn Martell, commonly known as the Red Viper, from A Midsummer Night's Dream, in which Oberon is the name of the fairy king. Though the character was in relatively few episodes, he made a big impression.
      • Ocean

        • Origin:

          English, nature name

        • Meaning:

          "ocean"

        • Description:

          Nature names like Ocean and River are flowing back into favor, especially with nature lovers and green-oriented parents.
      • Ocean

        • Origin:

          English, nature name

        • Description:

          Ocean is a nature name that comes right out and states its meaning and association. Full of power and depth, Ocean is one of the fastest-rising baby names for both girls and boys, making the US Top 1000 for both genders in 2021. Oceane, the version that's trendy in France, was used for only 11 baby girls in the US in the same year. Ocean-lovers who want to be less obvious can choose such subtler names that mean ocean as Jennifer or Marissa, but coming right out and using Ocean is a perfectly valid way to go.
      • Oceana

        • Origin:

          Greek

        • Meaning:

          "ocean"

        • Description:

          If you're a lover of the beach and sea, and want a name that relates to the largest body of water, there are several variations you could consider.
      • Odessa

        • Origin:

          Ukrainian place-name

        • Description:

          Odessa, a Ukrainian port city, was given its name by Catherine the Great, who was inspired by Homer's Odyssey. It would make an original and intriguing choice.
      • Odin

        • Origin:

          Variation of Óðinn, Old Norse

        • Meaning:

          "god of frenzy; poetic fury"

        • Description:

          Odin is the name of the supreme Norse god of art, culture, wisdom, and law — who was handsome, charming, and eloquent into the bargain. The name projects a good measure of strength and power and has excellent assimilation potential.
      • Onyx

        • Origin:

          Word name

        • Meaning:

          "gem stone; claw, nail"

        • Description:

          Unlike Pearl and Ruby and more like Jasper, this gem name works well as a boys name. With its strong final X, it feels similar to Alex, Phoenix, Jax, and Rex, while the shiny black quality of the stone feels reminiscent of Orion. Chosen by musician Iggy Azalea for her son in 2020, it has accelerated up the charts and now sits just outside the Top 300.
      • Opal

        • Origin:

          Sanskrit

        • Meaning:

          "gem"

        • Description:

          Opal is on the verge of a repolishing, following other jewel names like Ruby and Pearl. A Top 100 name during the first two decades of the twentieth century, the opalescent Opal has a good chance of coming back as another O-initial option.
      • Oralie

        • Origin:

          French variation of Aurelia

        • Description:

          Better go to the original Aurelia or Aurelie, if only for its similarity to the ord 'orally.' In pop culture, Oralie is a Pokemon name.
      • Orelle

        • Description:

          Orelle is a feminine name with French origins, possibly derived from the Latin 'aurelia' meaning 'golden' or from a place name in the Savoie region of France. This elegant, uncommon name has a melodic quality with its soft consonants and flowing pronunciation. Orelle remains relatively rare in most countries, giving it an air of distinction and uniqueness. The name has subtle connections to nature and beauty, evoking golden light or the majestic mountain landscapes of its namesake French village. While not widely used, Orelle appeals to parents seeking a name with French sophistication, subtle meaning, and uncommon status. Its gentle sound pattern makes it feminine without being overly frilly or elaborate.
      • Orenda

        • Description:

          Orenda is a feminine name with Native American origins, specifically from the Iroquois language and culture. It represents a mystical force present in all things, similar to the concept of spiritual energy or power. The Iroquois believed orenda was the spiritual power through which human accomplishment and well-being was achieved. As a name, Orenda carries profound spiritual significance, embodying the ideas of personal power, divine energy, and harmony with nature. Though rare in mainstream usage, it has attracted some interest among parents seeking names with spiritual meaning and indigenous cultural connections. Its melodic three-syllable pronunciation and meaningful heritage make it an uncommon but increasingly appreciated choice with deep philosophical undertones.

      • Orion

        • Origin:

          Greek

        • Meaning:

          "boundary, limit"

        • Description:

          Orion is a rising star, with both mythical and celestial overtones.
      • Oswin

        • Origin:

          Old English

        • Meaning:

          "God's friend"

        • Description:

          Ancient name, near obsolete now, but could make a good alternative to Owen for the adventurous baby namer.
      • Owain

        • Origin:

          Welsh variation of Eugene

        • Meaning:

          "born of sheep"

        • Description:

          Owain is much more unusual than its brother name Owen, and feels a little more rugged, a little more adventurous and ancient.