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Distinguished Names I Love to Pieces

  1. Lucretia

    • Origin:

      Latin, female form of Lucretius

    • Meaning:

      "profit, wealth"

    • Description:

      A pretty and plausible Latin name that's gotten a bad rap through the years via a link to Lucrezia Borgia, who, though long considered a demon poisoner, was actually a patron of learning and the arts.
  2. Ondine

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "little wave"

    • Description:

      Mythological spirit of the waters; spelled Undine, she was an Edith Wharton heroine.
  3. Sibylla

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "seer, oracle"

    • Description:

      This elongated form of Sibyl is dainty and delicate -- dare we even say demure? It's got deep history, a powerful namesake, and it's extremely rare -- zero baby girls were named Sibylla or Sybilla in the US last year.
  4. Holiday

    • Origin:

      English word name

    • Meaning:

      "holy day"

    • Description:

      A fun and confident choice, Holiday is a celebratory name, particularly associated with Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hannukah, and New Year, and with rest, leisure, and vacations more generally. Fitting for a winter baby, but totally sunny too, it comes from the Old English hāligdæg meaning "holy day" as it was originally used to mark religious festivals and celebrations.
  5. Gatsby

    • Origin:

      German surname and literary name

    • Meaning:

      "from Gaddesby"

    • Description:

      Gatsby is one of the most famous literary surnames, borne by the titular character of F. Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby. The book's Jay Gatsby gussied up his surname from Gatz, whose meaning is given variously as left-handed, cat, God, and person from Gat. As a first name, it's got a lot of energy and that great literary pedigree.
  6. Viktoria

    • Description:

      Viktoria is the Eastern European and Germanic spelling of Victoria, a name derived from Latin meaning 'victory.' This variation maintains the powerful meaning while giving it a distinctive continental European flair. Particularly popular in countries like Russia, Germany, Hungary, and across Eastern Europe, Viktoria carries a sense of strength and triumph. The 'k' spelling gives the name a sharp, dynamic quality that differs slightly from the softer 'c' version. While less common in English-speaking countries, global connections have increased its usage worldwide. Viktoria combines classical heritage with cross-cultural appeal, making it both timeless and contemporary for parents seeking a name with established roots but a distinctive character.
  7. Langley

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "long meadow"

    • Description:

      Better for an Air Force base than a baby.
  8. Mecca

    • Origin:

      Arabic, exact meaning unknown

    • Meaning:

      "holy city; temple; place of great importance"

    • Description:

      The Islamic prophet Muhammad was born in the city of Mecca, now known as the holiest city in Islam. Officially called Makkah al-Mukarramah, or Makkah, it is located in modern-day Saudi Arabia. Millions of Muslims from across the world make a pilgrimage there each year, while Non-Muslims are understandably not allowed inside the city.
  9. Laurentius

    • Description:

      Laurentius is a masculine name of Latin origin, meaning 'from Laurentum' or 'crowned with laurel.' It's the original Latin form of the more common Lawrence or Lorenzo. The laurel wreath was a symbol of victory and honor in ancient Rome, giving this name associations with achievement and distinction. Laurentius has been carried by several saints, most notably Saint Laurentius of Rome, a 3rd-century martyr. While not commonly used in its full Latin form in English-speaking countries, it retains popularity in parts of Europe, particularly in ecclesiastical contexts. The name has a dignified, classical quality with its Latin ending and historical depth. Parents might choose this more formal version for its impressive scholarly sound and rich cultural heritage.

  10. Constantina

    • Origin:

      Latin, female variation of Constantinus

    • Meaning:

      "constant, unchanging"

    • Description:

      Constantina is a pretty, feminissima, if lengthy, variation on the Constance theme. The fourth century Constantina, also known as Constantia and Constantiana, was the eldest daughter of Roman Emperor Constantine the Great and his second wife Fausta, daughter of Emperor Maximian. Constantina received the title of Augusta by her father, and is venerated as a saint; in English she is also known as Saint Constance.
  11. Xenophillius
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