fantasy protagonist names

  1. Asteria
    • Origin:

      Greek
    • Meaning:

      "star"
    • Description:

      Asteria is an Anglicized spelling of the Greek Astraea or Astraia, the goddess of justice and innocence. She became the constellation Virgo, so all forms of this name would be especially appropriate for a child born in late August or early September.
  2. Aderyn
    • Origin:

      Welsh
    • Meaning:

      "bird"
    • Description:

      Derived from the Welsh word for bird, this name might just be ready to have her moment: a nature-connected meaning, a fantastical air, a way to nickname Addie, and a similar style to Elowen, Arwen, Adair, and Eowyn. Given to just 5 babies in England and Wales in a recent year, it makes a rare choice.
  3. Diantha
    • Origin:

      Greek
    • Meaning:

      "divine flower"
    • Description:

      Diantha, a mythological flower of the supreme Greek god Zeus, is a melodious and more unusual cousin of Diana, heard most often in The Netherlands.
  4. Calanthe
    • Origin:

      English from Greek
    • Meaning:

      "Christmas orchid"
    • Description:

      If you love Calliope and Callista, you'll love Calanthe, which combines the trendiness of the Greek 'cal' names with the equally fashionable "the" ending (like Xanthe and Evanthe) and a connection to the beautiful Christmas Orchid. Color Calantha one of the more unusual and captivating names for Christmas babies.
  5. Issoria
    • Origin:

      nature name
    • Description:

      The Issoria is a genus of butterflies found in Africa, one of which is known as the African Queen. This name would make a wonderful choice for those looking for a name which subtly honors Africa.
  6. Zorina
    • Origin:

      Slavic
    • Meaning:

      "golden dawn"
    • Description:

      Both a first and last name, Zorina has a pretty, ballerina-like quality.
  7. Kamara
    • Origin:

      Malagasy
    • Meaning:

      "chameleon"
    • Description:

      Originating in Madagascar, Kamara has a pleasant and familiar sound, with a cool, unexpected animal meaning.

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