Names That Mean Many

  1. Barbossa
    • Origin:

      Portuguese surname
    • Meaning:

      "a place with many palm trees"
    • Description:

      Barbossa (also spelled Barbosa) is derived from the Barbosa palm. It is also a common place name, with towns called Barbossa spread across Latin America. Film buffs might also recall that Barbossa is the name of the captain of the Black Pearl in the movie "Pirates of the Caribbean".
  2. Tamir
    • Origin:

      Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "owner of many palm trees"
    • Description:

      A Near Eastern favorite, with an agreeable, evocative sound.
  3. Polydore
    • Origin:

      Greek
    • Meaning:

      "many gifts"
    • Description:

      As Polydoros, this rare Greek name belonged to several figures in Greek mythology, including a son of King Priam of Troy.
  4. Polyhymnia
    • Origin:

      Greek
    • Meaning:

      "one of many praises"
    • Description:

      Polyhymnia was one of the nine Muses of Greek mythology, associated with hymns, poetry, and dance. It's a whole lotta name for one girl, but now that Persephone and Calliope are on the table, Polyhymnia feels like much more of a possibility.
  5. Anangokaa
    • Origin:

      Ojibwe
    • Meaning:

      "there are many stars"