Names That Mean Glory

The name of a nymph in Greek mythology, one of the prophetic Thriai, who divined the future by throwing pebbles. She was a lover of the sea god Poseidon.

Also a city near Tel Aviv, Hadar is a name found primarily in Israel. There is also a citrus fruit associated with the holiday of Sukkat the Torah calls the "hadar fruit".

Notable name of Václav Havel, the heroic poet and playwright who became president of the Czech Republic.

Bold and spirited sounding Slavic short form of male and female names containing the element slava "glory".

Should only be used when singing Christmas carols.

This mythological name of the Norse god of winter sounds, uh, ill.

In Greek legend Patroclus was one of the heroes who fought against the Trojans. His death at the hands of Hector drew his friend Achilles back into the war.

Best known as the name of Sibi Blažić, Christian Bale's wife. She has Serbian heritage.

The name of the mother of Miriam, Aaron and Moses in the Old Testament. Yocheved was also the name of one of the three daughters of the medieval Talmudic scholar, Rashi.

A variation of the Slavic name Branislav, Branko may feel less intimidating than the original in the English-speaking world.

Popular choice among Millennial and Gen Z girls in Hawaii, following along the tails of Kalani.

The ancient Polish name Mieczysław was derived from Slavic elements — mechi, meaning "sword," and slava, glory.

Form of Gloria — with the same pronunciation — used in many Central European countries.

Feminine form of Miroslav

Common Czech nickname for Václava.