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Family Tree Names - Medieval

queenalynna
By queenalynna
Updated Sat May 20 2023
My Dear Mum is a genealogist pro. Here are some interesting names from our Medieval Times.
  1. Adeliza

    • Origin:

      Medieval English and Old Swedish form of Adelaide

    • Meaning:

      "noble, nobility"

    • Description:

      Adeliza is a unique member of the popular Adelaide-Adeline family. Different enough to distinguish it from all the others? Maybe, and it's definitely got an appealing sound that makes it sound a bit like a smoosh of Adele and Eliza.
  2. Alina

    • Origin:

      Slavic, Germanic, Arabic, Scottish

    • Meaning:

      "bright, beautiful; noble; delicate, soft; defending men"

    • Description:

      Alina has been drifting up the US popularity charts since the early 1980s, and now sits in in the Top 200. But Alina's real strength is in its international flexibility: The name ranks highly in a wide range of European, English speaking, and Latin American countries.
  3. Anselm

    • Origin:

      German

    • Meaning:

      "with divine protection"

    • Description:

      A somewhat solemn appellation, Anselm is a saint's name, connected to the twelfth century archbishop of Canterbury, and in modern times tied to the German neo-expressionist painter Anselm Kiefer.
  4. Agnorie
    • Alberic
      • Aliva
        • Alpin
          • Asura
            • Avicia
              • Basilia

                • Origin:

                  Greek, feminine variation of Basil

                • Description:

                  Rare but attractive female form of Basil.
              • Berenguela
                • Bouchard
                  • Clovis

                    • Origin:

                      Teutonic, French, early form of Ludwig or Louis

                    • Description:

                      An aromatic, unconventional name.
                  • Clodius
                    • Clodomir
                      • Dedo
                        • Denys
                          • Einar

                            • Origin:

                              Old Norse

                            • Meaning:

                              "bold warrior"

                            • Description:

                              With Norse (and pseudo-Norse) names such as Thor, Odin and Magnus growing in popularity, this one, which refers to warriors destined for Valhalla on account of their bravery, might have some appeal outside Scandinavia. Its slightly Eeyore-ish sound is balanced out by connections to some major historical figures, including a Norwegian prime minister.
                          • Floris

                            • Description:

                              Floris is a feminine name with elegant Latin and Dutch origins, derived from 'flos' meaning 'flower.' In Dutch tradition, it appears as the feminine form of Floris (a male name), while in other contexts, it stands as a distinct floral-inspired name. The name carries associations with blooming, flourishing, and natural beauty. Historically, Floris has been used across several European countries, particularly in the Netherlands. While uncommon in English-speaking countries, it offers a distinctive alternative to more familiar flower names. Floris combines a classic heritage with a crisp, modern sound, appealing to parents seeking a name that is both botanical and sophisticated.

                          • Frodi

                            • Origin:

                              Norse

                            • Meaning:

                              "wise, learned"

                            • Description:

                              The name of several legendary Danish kings, including one who declared universal peace.

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