Romani Names

Bina

Diminutive of Sabina and other -ina names, Yiddish or Hebrew

"bee or understanding"

Sources say that Bina, which is close to the word for bee in Yiddish, was once used as a translation for the Hebrew Deborah, which means bee. On its own, it also means "understanding" in Hebrew.…

Rubina

Rubina is a feminine name with multiple cultural connections. It derives from the Latin word 'rubinus,' meaning 'ruby,' referring to the precious red gemstone. The name has particular popularity in…

Phemie

Phemie is a charming feminine name functioning primarily as a diminutive of Euphemia, which comes from Greek meaning 'well-spoken' or 'speech of good omen.' This shortened form offers a friendly,…

Bohemia

Spanish place name, English word name

"Boii home"

More a concept than a place — or a name. The place name Bohemia ultimately derives from the tribe name Boii with the German heim , meaning "home".

Sibella

Greek

"seer, oracle"

Sibella is derived from Sibyl or Sibylla, referring to female prophets or oracles in ancient Greek and Roman culture. The name carries an air of mysticism and ancient wisdom, while its melodic…

Diona

Diona is a feminine name with Greek origins, potentially derived from Dione, who in Greek mythology was a Titaness associated with water and was sometimes described as the mother of Aphrodite. The…

Patience

Latin virtue name

"ability to accept or tolerate inconveniences, and suffering without anxiety or anger"

Patience is a passive virtue turned engaging name, fresher than Hope, Faith, or even Charity. Its resemblance to the trendy Payton may be one reason that it returned to the US charts back in the 90's…