Jinks_blinks's list "Family names" of 9 great name ideas: Stradivarius - Tryphena!

Family names

Some ancient and exotic names from my family history. Most relate to the Boswell Romanies famous for their unusual names.

Stradivarius

Siterus

Sylvanus or Silvanus was the Roman god of the forest whose name is much more often found today in such variations as Sylvia, Sylvie and even Silas than in its original form. But if you're looking for a genuine mythological or Ancient Roman name with a nature connection, this might be the perfect choice.

Sylvanus

Syphorella

Taiso

Tullmilliar

This Persian name with an Old Testament pedigree has a warm Sasha-like feel. The Biblical Vashti was a queen who refused her husband's orders to appear naked in front of his party guests and so was deposed in favor of Esther. For her independent spirit, Vashti has become something of a feminist icon.