Insect and Arachnid Names

Dione

Greek

"divine queen"

In Greek mythology the mother of Aphrodite by Zeus, and also one of Saturn's moons; this is an astral name quite distinct from the better known Dionne.

Esperanza

Spanish

"hope, expectation"

Esperanza is a Spanish classic that's found its way onto the national popularity list in recent years. It came into the spotlight not long ago when jazz singer Esperanza Spalding "stole" the Best New…

Evania

Greek

"peaceful"

Possibly of Greek origin, this would be a lovely feminized honor name for a beloved Evan.

Falene

Falene is a lyrical feminine name with uncertain origins, though it may have Greek roots or connections to mythological references. The name has a distinctly ethereal quality, evoking images of grace…

Farasha

Arabic

"butterfly"

Farasha is butterfly in Arabic, which means that to English-speakers, it feels more like a soft feminine name and less like a fluttery animal. Pretty without feeling flighty.

Harmonia

Greek

"agreement, concord"

One Greek mythological name -- she was the goddess of order -- not yet embraced by American parents.

Kimana

Native American, Shoshone

"butterfly"

Kimana, the name of a resort in the foothills of Mountain Kilimanjaro in Kenya, would make an unexpected path to the nickname Kim.

Kimimela

Sioux, Lakota

"butterfly"

Kimimela joins Mariposa as one of the long and lovely girl names meaning "butterfly".

Mariposa

Spanish

"butterfly"

Mariposa is a rare, romantic choice with an intriguing meaning. Uncommon but not unknown, Mariposa is an elegant entrant in the nature names category. And it comes with the adorable nicknames Mari or…

Myria

Myria is a feminine name with Greek roots, derived from the word 'myrios' meaning 'countless' or 'ten thousand.' This elegant name carries connotations of abundance and limitlessness. While…