Perfume-inspired names

Ellena

Ellena is a feminine name with Greek origins, functioning as a variant of Helena or Elena, which derive from the Greek word 'helene' meaning 'torch' or 'bright light.' This elegant name has been used…

Artemisia

Greek, variation of Artemis

You might think Artemisia is the feminine form of the name, but in fact the original Artemis is feminine too, the name of the Greek mythological goddess of the moon. Artemisia Gentileschi was an…

Aerin

Tolkien Middle Earth invention, or variation of Erin

In Tolkien's world, the derivation of this airy name is Elvish. Regular folks might consider it an artsier form of Erin, borne by cosmetics heiress and socialite Aerin Lauder.

Cristalle

Cristalle is a feminine name that appears to be a variant spelling of Crystal, derived from the Greek 'krystallos' meaning 'ice' or 'clear ice.' This French-influenced spelling adds an elegant twist…

Ambrette

French, word name

Ambrette is the name of a French dessert pear, and also a West Indian hibiscus seed.

Loulou

Diminutive of Louise or Louisa

Loulou is more likely to be fashioned as Lulu today, but as a short form for any of the Louise names, Loulou is the more logical if more cumbersome spelling. Adorable, in either version.

Cinnabar

Word name, English from Greek

"deep red mineral"

Associated with a vivid red-orange-colored lacquer, would make a more than distinctive color-related choice.