470+ Mythological Names
- Libera
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LatinMeaning:
"free"Description:
In Roman mythology, Libera was the female equivalent of the god Liber. She would eventually become assimilated into the goddess Prosperina.
- Nomia
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Greek, meaning unknownDescription:
In Greek mythology, Nomia was a nymph and companion of Callisto.
- Mellona
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LatinMeaning:
"honey"Description:
This name — also seen as Mellonia — belonged to the Roman goddess of bees and bee-keeping, said to encourage the supply of honey.
- Galanthus
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GreekMeaning:
"milk-flower"Description:
Another name for snowdrops, the small white flowers, Galanthus appeared in Greek mythology under the spelling Galanthis as a servant who deceived the gods and was turned into a weasel. A pretty and unique flower name with a defiant streak, Galanthus is an intriguing choice for a baby girl.
- Vigdis
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NorwegianMeaning:
"war goddess"Description:
This strong Norwegian name war goddess name, commonly heard in both midcentury Norway and Iceland, has never ventured far beyond its native culture.
- Rhodos
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GreekMeaning:
"rose"Description:
Rhodos was the wife of Helios, the Greek god of the Sun, in Greek mythology. The Greek island of Rhodes is named for her.
- Ilmarine
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Estonian deityDescription:
In Estonian mythology, Ilmarine is a blacksmith who forges the celestial beings. He is immortal and capable of creating practically anything, but is portrayed as being unlucky in love.
- Terpsichore
Origin:
GreekMeaning:
"delight in dancing"Description:
The name of the Muse of dancing in Greek mythology. Arguably the least usable of the nine Muses' names, despite serious competition from Melpomene and Polyhymnia. Those two at least have obvious nicknames, Mel and Polly -- and don't have "sick" in the middle. However, if you use the Greek pronunciation, that syllable is not emphasized, and you've got nicknames Tess, Coco, and Terri.
- Gryphon
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Mythological animal name or form of Griffin, WelshMeaning:
"strong lord"Description:
Rare but rising, Gryphon is an intriguing name that combines several stylish associations. The Gryphon spelling relates directly to the fierce legendary creature that's eagle in front, lion behind. But there's also the authentic boys' name Griffin, a name that's maintained consistent popularity for a quarter century without getting too popular.
- Tiasa
Origin:
Greek, meaning unknownDescription:
Tiasa is a little-known river nymph from Greek mythology. Her name would be easily wearable on a child today.
- Shiva
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HinduMeaning:
"benign and auspicious"Description:
Shiva is one of the principle deities of Hinduism. Shiva is the powerful god of both destruction and resurrection but is also associated as the patron god of yoga, meditation and arts. Shiva's wife is Parvati, the mother goddess of creation.
- Nyavka
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UkrainianDescription:
Ukrainian goddess known to be a temptress spirit. The Mavka is a long-haired figure said to lure men to their deaths
- Parthenios
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Greek mythology nameDescription:
Parthenios, the name of a Greek river god, is draped in a toga.
- Brynhild
- Perkūnas
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LithuanianMeaning:
"oak tree, fir tree"Description:
Perkūnas was the Baltic god of thunder, one of the most important deities of Baltic mythology. His name is derived from a Proto-Indo-European word meaning "oak tree" or "fir tree", which he also ruled over.
- Cleocharia
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Greek, meaning unknownDescription:
An elaborate way to get to Cleo, rooted in Greek mythology. Cleocharia was a water nymph married to King Lelex of Laconia.
- Justitia
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LatinMeaning:
"justice"Description:
In Roman mythology, Justitia was the goddess of justice, naturally. Her name was also rendered Iustitia.
- Ganesha
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HindiMeaning:
"fortunate"Description:
The name of the Hindu elephant-headed god of success and wisdom, son of Shiva and Parvati.
- Garuda
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Hindu mythology name; HindiMeaning:
"king of birds"Description:
Garuda is the Hindu god of birds, a divine sun bird with the wings and beak of an eagle and the body of a man. The appealing Sanskrit meaning is "wings of speech".
- Rangi
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MaoriMeaning:
"sky"Description:
In Maori and other Polynesian mythology Rangi or Ranginui was a god of the sky, husband of the earth goddess Papa or Papatuanuku. This strong and simple Māori name would make for a fresh celestial choice.