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AIDA عائدة f Arabic, Literature

Variant of Aida (1871), where it belongs to an Ethiopian princess held captive in Egypt. Variant of AYDA . This name was used in Verdi's opera(1871), where it belongs to an Ethiopian princess held captive in Egypt.

ALADDIN m Literature

Anglicized form of The 1001 Nights. A magician traps him in a cave, but he escapes with the help of a genie. Anglicized form of ALA AL-DIN . This is the name of a mischievous boy in one of the tales of. A magician traps him in a cave, but he escapes with the help of a genie.

ALMIRA (1) f Literature

Variant of Almira (1705). Variant of ELMIRA . Handel used it for the title character in his opera(1705).

AMARYLLIS f Literature

Derived from Greek ἀμαρύσσω (amarysso) meaning "to sparkle" . This was the name of a heroine in Eclogues. The amaryllis flower is named for her. Derived from Greekmeaning. This was the name of a heroine in Virgil 's epic poem. The amaryllis flower is named for her.

AMINTA m Literature

Form of Aminta (1573). In the play Aminta is a shepherd who falls in love with a nymph. Form of AMYNTAS used by the Italian poet Torquato Tasso for his play(1573). In the play Aminta is a shepherd who falls in love with a nymph.

AMIRAN ამირან m Georgian, Literature

Variant of Amiran-Darejaniani by Moses of Khoni. The author was inspired by the mythical Amirani and the stories surrounding him, and loosely based his tale on them. Variant of AMIRANI . This is the name of the central character in the medieval Georgian romanceby Moses of Khoni. The author was inspired by the mythical Amirani and the stories surrounding him, and loosely based his tale on them.

ARAGORN m Literature

Meaning unexplained, though the first element is presumably Sindarin ara "noble, kingly". This is the name of a character in The Lord of the Rings (1954) by J. R. R. Tolkien. In the book Aragorn is the heir of the Dúnedain kings of the north. Meaning unexplained, though the first element is presumably Sindarin"noble, kingly". This is the name of a character in(1954) by J. R. R. Tolkien. In the book Aragorn is the heir of the Dúnedain kings of the north.

ARAMIS m Literature

The surname of one of the musketeers in The Three Musketeers (1844) by Alexandre Dumas. Dumas based the character on the 17th-century Henri d'Aramitz, whose surname was derived from the French village of Aramits (itself from Basque aran meaning "valley"). The surname of one of the musketeers in(1844) by Alexandre Dumas. Dumas based the character on the 17th-century Henri d'Aramitz, whose surname was derived from the French village of Aramits (itself from Basquemeaning "valley").

ARMIDE f Literature

French form of Jerusalem Delivered by Torquato Tasso. French form of ARMIDA . This is the name of operas by Jean-Baptiste Lully (in 1686) and Christoph Willibald Gluck (in 1777), both of which were based onby Torquato Tasso.

ARTHUR m English, French, German, Dutch, Norwegian, Danish, Swedish, Welsh Mythology, Arthurian Romance

The meaning of this name is unknown. It could be derived from the Celtic elements artos "bear" combined with viros "man" or rigos "king". Alternatively it could be related to an obscure Roman family name Artorius. ... [more] The meaning of this name is unknown. It could be derived from the Celtic elements"bear" combined with"man" or"king". Alternatively it could be related to an obscure Roman family name

ARWEN f Literature

Means "noble maiden" in Sindarin. In The Lord of the Rings (1954) by J. R. R. Tolkien, Arwen was the daughter of Meansin Sindarin. In(1954) by J. R. R. Tolkien, Arwen was the daughter of Elrond and the lover of Aragorn

ARYA (2) f Literature

Created by author George R. R. Martin for a popular character in his series A Song of Ice and Fire, published beginning 1996, and the television adaptation Game of Thrones (2011-2019). In the story Arya is the second daughter of Ned Stark, the lord of Winterfell. Created by author George R. R. Martin for a popular character in his series, published beginning 1996, and the television adaptation(2011-2019). In the story Arya is the second daughter of Ned Stark, the lord of Winterfell.

ASTAROTH m Literature

From Ashtaroth, the plural form of From, the plural form of ASHTORETH used in the bible to refer to Phoenician idols. This spelling was used in late medieval demonology texts to refer to a type of (masculine) demon.

ASTROPHEL m Literature

Probably intended to mean "star lover", from Greek ἀστήρ (aster) meaning "star" and φίλος (philos) meaning "lover, friend". This name was first used by the 16th-century poet Sir Philip Sidney in his collection of sonnets Astrophel and Stella. Probably intended to mean "star lover", from Greekmeaning "star" andmeaning "lover, friend". This name was first used by the 16th-century poet Sir Philip Sidney in his collection of sonnets

ATTICUS Ἀττικός m Literature, Ancient Greek (Latinized)

Latinized form of Greek Ἀττικός (Attikos) meaning "from Attica" , referring to the region surrounding Athens in Greece. This name was borne by a few notable Greeks from the Roman period (or Romans of Greek background). The author Harper Lee used the name in her novel To Kill a Mockingbird (1960) for an Alabama lawyer who defends a black man accused of raping a white woman. Latinized form of Greekmeaning, referring to the region surrounding Athens in Greece. This name was borne by a few notable Greeks from the Roman period (or Romans of Greek background). The author Harper Lee used the name in her novel(1960) for an Alabama lawyer who defends a black man accused of raping a white woman.

AVTANDIL ავთანდილ m Georgian, Literature

Created by the Georgian poet Shota Rustaveli for his 12th-century epic The Knight in the Panther's Skin. Rustaveli based it on Persian آفتاب (aftab) meaning "sunshine" and دل (del) meaning "heart". In the poem Avtandil is a knight who is sent by Created by the Georgian poet Shota Rustaveli for his 12th-century epic. Rustaveli based it on Persianmeaning "sunshine" andmeaning "heart". In the poem Avtandil is a knight who is sent by Tinatin to search for the mysterious knight of the title.

AYLA (3) f Literature

Created for the novel Clan of the Cave Bear (1980) by author Jean M. Auel. In the novel Ayla is an orphaned Cro-Magnon girl adopted by Neanderthals. Ayla is the Neanderthal pronunciation of her real name, which is not given. Created for the novel(1980) by author Jean M. Auel. In the novel Ayla is an orphaned Cro-Magnon girl adopted by Neanderthals.is the Neanderthal pronunciation of her real name, which is not given.

BAYARD m Literature

Derived from Old French baiart meaning "bay coloured" . In medieval French poetry Bayard was a bay horse owned by Renaud de Montauban and his brothers. The horse could magically adjust its size to carry multiple riders. Derived from Old Frenchmeaning. In medieval French poetry Bayard was a bay horse owned by Renaud de Montauban and his brothers. The horse could magically adjust its size to carry multiple riders.

BEDIVERE m Welsh Mythology, Arthurian Romance

From the Welsh name Bedwyr, which is of unknown meaning. In Arthurian legends Bedivere was one of the original companions of King From the Welsh name, which is of unknown meaning. In Arthurian legends Bedivere was one of the original companions of King Arthur . He first appears in early Welsh tales, and his story was later expanded by Geoffrey of Monmouth in the 12th century. He is the one who throws the sword Excalibur into the lake at the request of the dying Arthur.

BELPHOEBE f Literature

Combination of belle "beautiful" and the name The Faerie Queene (1590). Combination of"beautiful" and the name PHOEBE . This name was first used by Edmund Spenser in his poem(1590).

BENVOLIO m Literature

Means "good will" in Italian. This name was used by Shakespeare for a friend of Romeo in his play Romeo and Juliet (1596). The character had been created earlier by the Italian writer Matteo Bandello, whose play Giuletta e Romeo (1554) was one of Shakespeare's sources. Meansin Italian. This name was used by Shakespeare for a friend of Romeo in his play(1596). The character had been created earlier by the Italian writer Matteo Bandello, whose play(1554) was one of Shakespeare's sources.

BILBO m Literature

This was the name of the hero of The Hobbit (1937) by J. R. R. Tolkien. His real hobbit name was Bilba, which is of unknown meaning, but this was altered by Tolkien in order to use the more masculine o ending. In the novel Bilbo Baggins was recruited by the wizard This was the name of the hero of(1937) by J. R. R. Tolkien. His real hobbit name was, which is of unknown meaning, but this was altered by Tolkien in order to use the more masculineending. In the novel Bilbo Baggins was recruited by the wizard Gandalf to join the quest to retake Mount Erebor from the dragon Smaug.

BRADAMANTE f Literature

Used by Matteo Maria Boiardo for a female knight in his epic poem Orlando Innamorato (1483). He possibly intended it to derive from Italian brado "wild, untamed, natural" and amante "loving" or perhaps Latin amantis "lover, sweetheart, mistress", referring to her love for the Saracen Orlando Furioso (1532) and Handel's opera Alcina (1735). Used by Matteo Maria Boiardo for a female knight in his epic poem(1483). He possibly intended it to derive from Italian"wild, untamed, natural" and"loving" or perhaps Latin"lover, sweetheart, mistress", referring to her love for the Saracen Ruggiero . Bradamante also appears in Ludovico Ariosto's poem(1532) and Handel's opera(1735).

BRISEIDA f Literature

Form of Form of BRISEIS used in medieval tales about the Trojan War.

CASPIAN m Literature

Used by author C. S. Lewis for a character in his Chronicles of Narnia series, first appearing in 1950. Prince Caspian first appears in the fourth book, where he is the rightful king of Narnia driven into exile by his evil uncle Miraz. Lewis probably based the name on the Caspian Sea, which was named for the city of Qazvin, which was itself named for the ancient Cas tribe. Used by author C. S. Lewis for a character in hisseries, first appearing in 1950. Prince Caspian first appears in the fourth book, where he is the rightful king of Narnia driven into exile by his evil uncle Miraz. Lewis probably based the name on the Caspian Sea, which was named for the city of Qazvin, which was itself named for the ancient Cas tribe.

CENDRILLON f Literature

French form of French form of CINDERELLA

CINDERELLA f Literature

Means "little ashes" , in part from the French name Cendrillon. This is the main character in the folk tale Cinderella about a maltreated young woman who eventually marries a prince. This old story is best known in the English-speaking world from the French author Charles Perrault's 1697 version. She has other names in other languages, usually with the meaning "ashes", such as German Aschenputtel and Italian Cenerentola. Means, in part from the French name. This is the main character in the folk taleabout a maltreated young woman who eventually marries a prince. This old story is best known in the English-speaking world from the French author Charles Perrault's 1697 version. She has other names in other languages, usually with the meaning "ashes", such as Germanand Italian

CORALINE f Literature, French

Created by the French composer Adolphe Adam for one of the main characters in his opera Le toréador (1849). He probably based it on the name Coraline (2002). Gaiman has stated that in this case the name began as a typo of Caroline. Created by the French composer Adolphe Adam for one of the main characters in his opera(1849). He probably based it on the name CORALIE . It was also used by the author Neil Gaiman for the young heroine in his novel(2002). Gaiman has stated that in this case the name began as a typo of

COSETTE f French, Literature

From French chosette meaning "little thing" . This is the nickname of the illegitimate daughter of Fantine in Victor Hugo's novel Les Misérables (1862). Her real name is Euphrasie, though it is seldom used. In the novel young Cosette is the ward of the cruel Thénardiers until she is retrieved by Jean Valjean. From Frenchmeaning. This is the nickname of the illegitimate daughter of Fantine in Victor Hugo's novel(1862). Her real name is, though it is seldom used. In the novel young Cosette is the ward of the cruel Thénardiers until she is retrieved by Jean Valjean.

CRESSIDA f Literature

Medieval form of Troilus and Cressida (1602) was based on these tales. Medieval form of CHRYSEIS . Various medieval tales describe her as a woman of Troy, daughter of Calchus, who leaves her Trojan lover Troilus for the Greek hero Diomedes. Shakespeare's play(1602) was based on these tales.

CYMBELINE m Literature

Form of Cymbeline (1609). Form of CUNOBELINUS used by Shakespeare in his play(1609).

CYRANO m Literature

Possibly derived from the name of the ancient Greek city of Cyrene, which was located in North Africa. Edmond Rostand used this name in his play Cyrano de Bergerac (1897). He based his character upon a real person, Savinien Cyrano de Bergerac, a French satirist of the 17th century. Possibly derived from the name of the ancient Greek city of Cyrene, which was located in North Africa. Edmond Rostand used this name in his play(1897). He based his character upon a real person, Savinien Cyrano de Bergerac, a French satirist of the 17th century.

DAENERYS f Literature

Created by author George R. R. Martin for a character in his series A Song of Ice and Fire, first published 1996, and the television adaptation Game of Thrones (2011-2019). An explanation for the meaning of her name is not provided, though it is presumably intended to be of Valyrian origin. In the series Daenerys Targaryen is a queen of the Dothraki and a claimant to the throne of Westeros. Created by author George R. R. Martin for a character in his series, first published 1996, and the television adaptation(2011-2019). An explanation for the meaning of her name is not provided, though it is presumably intended to be of Valyrian origin. In the series Daenerys Targaryen is a queen of the Dothraki and a claimant to the throne of Westeros.

D'ARTAGNAN m Literature

Means "from Artagnan" in French, Artagnan being a town in southwest France. This was the name of a character in the novel The Three Musketeers (1884) by Alexandre Dumas. In the novel D'Artagnan is an aspiring musketeer who first duels with the three title characters and then becomes their friend. Meansin French, Artagnan being a town in southwest France. This was the name of a character in the novel(1884) by Alexandre Dumas. In the novel D'Artagnan is an aspiring musketeer who first duels with the three title characters and then becomes their friend.

DESDEMONA f Literature

Derived from Greek δυσδαίμων (dysdaimon) meaning "ill-fated" . This was the name of the murdered wife of Othello (1603). Derived from Greekmeaning. This was the name of the murdered wife of Othello in Shakespeare's play(1603).

DULCINEA f Literature

Derived from Spanish dulce meaning "sweet" . This name was (first?) used by Miguel de Cervantes in his novel Don Quixote (1605), where it belongs to the love interest of the main character, though she never actually appears in the story. Derived from Spanishmeaning. This name was (first?) used by Miguel de Cervantes in his novel(1605), where it belongs to the love interest of the main character, though she never actually appears in the story.

ELAINE f English, Arthurian Romance

From an Old French form of Le Morte d'Arthur Elaine was the daughter of Pelleas, the lover of Idylls of the King (1859). From an Old French form of HELEN . It appears in Arthurian legend; in Thomas Malory's 15th-century compilationElaine was the daughter of Pelleas, the lover of Lancelot , and the mother of Galahad . It was not commonly used as an English given name until after the appearance of Tennyson's Arthurian epic(1859).

ELANOR f Literature

Means "star sun" in Sindarin. In The Lord of the Rings (1954) by J. R. R. Tolkien this is Sam's eldest daughter, named after a type of flower. Meansin Sindarin. In(1954) by J. R. R. Tolkien this is Sam's eldest daughter, named after a type of flower.

ELMIRA f Literature

Shortened form of Tartuffe (1664) by the French playwright Molière (often spelled in the French style Elmire). Shortened form of EDELMIRA . It appears in the play(1664) by the French playwright Molière (often spelled in the French style).

ELROND m Literature

Means "star dome" in Sindarin. In The Lord of the Rings (1954) by J. R. R. Tolkien, Elrond was the elven ruler of Rivendell. Meansin Sindarin. In(1954) by J. R. R. Tolkien, Elrond was the elven ruler of Rivendell.

ENID f Welsh, Welsh Mythology, Arthurian Romance

Derived from Welsh enaid meaning "soul" or "life" . She is the wife of Derived from Welshmeaningor. She is the wife of Geraint in Welsh legend and Arthurian romance.

ENOBARBUS m Literature

Form of Antony and Cleopatra (1606). Form of AHENOBARBUS used by Shakespeare in his play(1606).

ÉOWYN f Literature

Means "horse joy" in Old English. This name was invented by J. R. R. Tolkien who used Old English to represent the Rohirric language. In his novel The Lord of the Rings (1954) Eowyn is the niece of King Theoden of Rohan. She slays the Lord of the Nazgul in the Battle of the Pelennor Fields. Meansin Old English. This name was invented by J. R. R. Tolkien who used Old English to represent the Rohirric language. In his novel(1954) Eowyn is the niece of King Theoden of Rohan. She slays the Lord of the Nazgul in the Battle of the Pelennor Fields.

EPONINE f Literature

Meaning unknown. Victor Hugo used this name in his novel Les Misérables (1862) for a daughter of the Thénardiers. Her mother got her name from a romance novel. Meaning unknown. Victor Hugo used this name in his novel(1862) for a daughter of the Thénardiers. Her mother got her name from a romance novel.

ESMERALDA f Spanish, Portuguese, English, Literature

Means "emerald" in Spanish and Portuguese. Victor Hugo used this name in his novel The Hunchback of Notre Dame (1831), in which Esmeralda is the Gypsy girl who is loved by Quasimodo. It has occasionally been used in the English-speaking world since that time. Meansin Spanish and Portuguese. Victor Hugo used this name in his novel(1831), in which Esmeralda is the Gypsy girl who is loved by Quasimodo. It has occasionally been used in the English-speaking world since that time.

FANTINE f Literature

This name was used by Victor Hugo for the mother of Cosette in his novel Les Misérables (1862). The name was given to her by a passerby who found the young orphan on the street. Hugo may have intended it to be a derivative of the French word enfant "child". This name was used by Victor Hugo for the mother of Cosette in his novel(1862). The name was given to her by a passerby who found the young orphan on the street. Hugo may have intended it to be a derivative of the French word"child".

FAUST m Literature

From a German surname that was derived from the Latin name From a German surname that was derived from the Latin name FAUSTUS . This is the name of a character in German legends about a man who makes a deal with the devil. He is believed to be based on the character of Dr. Johann Faust (1480-1540). His story was adapted by writers such as Christopher Marlowe and Goethe.

FIGARO m Literature

Created by playwright Pierre-Augustin Caron de Beaumarchais for the central character in his plays The Barber of Seville (1775), The Marriage of Figaro (1784) and The Guilty Mother (1792). Beaumarchais may have based the character's name on the French phrase fils Caron meaning "son of Caron" , which was his own nickname and would have been pronounced in a similar way. In modern French the word figaro has acquired the meaning "barber", reflecting the character's profession. Created by playwright Pierre-Augustin Caron de Beaumarchais for the central character in his plays(1775),(1784) and(1792). Beaumarchais may have based the character's name on the French phrasemeaning, which was his own nickname and would have been pronounced in a similar way. In modern French the wordhas acquired the meaning "barber", reflecting the character's profession.

FLORIMOND m Literature, French

Possibly from Latin florens meaning "prosperous, flourishing" combined with the Germanic element mund meaning "protection". This is the name of the prince in some versions of the fairy tale Sleeping Beauty. Possibly from Latinmeaning "prosperous, flourishing" combined with the Germanic elementmeaning "protection". This is the name of the prince in some versions of the fairy tale

FRODO m Literature

Derived from the Germanic element frod meaning "wise" . This was the name of the hobbit hero in The Lord of the Rings (1954) by J. R. R. Tolkien, who used Old English to translate some hobbit names (Frodo's real name was Maura). In the novel Frodo Baggins was the bearer of the One Ring on the quest to destroy it in Mount Doom. Derived from the Germanic elementmeaning. This was the name of the hobbit hero in(1954) by J. R. R. Tolkien, who used Old English to translate some hobbit names (Frodo's real name was). In the novel Frodo Baggins was the bearer of the One Ring on the quest to destroy it in Mount Doom.

GAHARIET m Arthurian Romance

Medieval French form of Medieval French form of GARETH

GALADRIEL f Literature

Means "maiden crowned with a radiant garland" in Sindarin. Galadriel was a Noldorin elf princess renowned for her beauty and wisdom in J. R. R. Tolkien's novels. The elements are galad "radiant" and riel "garlanded maiden". Alatáriel is the Quenya form of her name. Meansin Sindarin. Galadriel was a Noldorin elf princess renowned for her beauty and wisdom in J. R. R. Tolkien's novels. The elements are"radiant" and"garlanded maiden".is the Quenya form of her name.

GALAHAD m Arthurian Romance

Meaning unknown. In Arthurian legend Sir Galahad was the son of Lancelot-Grail cycle. Meaning unknown. In Arthurian legend Sir Galahad was the son of Lancelot and Elaine . He was the most pure of the Knights of the Round Table, and he was the only one to succeed in finding the Holy Grail. He first appears in the medieval Frenchcycle.

GANDALF m Norse Mythology, Literature

Means "wand elf" in Old Norse, from the elements gandr "wand, staff, cane" and álfr "elf". This name belongs to a dwarf in the Völuspá, a 13th-century Scandinavian manuscript that forms part of the Poetic Edda. The author J. R. R. Tolkien borrowed the name for a wizard in his novels The Hobbit (1937) and The Lord of the Rings (1954). Meansin Old Norse, from the elements"wand, staff, cane" and"elf". This name belongs to a dwarf in the, a 13th-century Scandinavian manuscript that forms part of the Poetic Edda. The author J. R. R. Tolkien borrowed the name for a wizard in his novels(1937) and(1954).

GARETH m Welsh, English (British), Arthurian Romance

Meaning unknown. It first appears in this form in Thomas Malory's 15th-century compilation of Arthurian legends Le Morte d'Arthur, in which Gareth was a Knight of the Round Table, the brother of Sir Gahariet, which was the name of a similar Arthurian character in French sources. It may ultimately have a Welsh origin, possibly related to gwaredd meaning "gentleness" . Meaning unknown. It first appears in this form in Thomas Malory's 15th-century compilation of Arthurian legends, in which Gareth was a Knight of the Round Table, the brother of Sir Gawain . Malory based the name on, which was the name of a similar Arthurian character in French sources. It may ultimately have a Welsh origin, possibly related tomeaning

GAWAIN m Welsh, Arthurian Romance

Meaning uncertain, from the Latin form Walganus used by the 12th-century chronicler Geoffrey of Monmouth. This was the name of a nephew of King Sir Gawain and the Green Knight. Meaning uncertain, from the Latin formused by the 12th-century chronicler Geoffrey of Monmouth. This was the name of a nephew of King Arthur and one of the Knights of the Round Table in Arthurian legend. He can be identified with the earlier Welsh hero Gwalchmei, and it is likely that the name derives from GWALCHMEI . Alternatively it may have a different Celtic or even a Germanic origin. Gawain was a popular hero in medieval stories such as the 14th-century romantic poem

GERAINT m Welsh, Welsh Mythology, Arthurian Romance

Meaning unknown, possibly a Welsh form of Meaning unknown, possibly a Welsh form of GERONTIUS . This was the name of a figure various Welsh legends. He was also incorporated into later Arthurian tales as one of the Knights of the Round Table and the husband of Enid

GLINDA f Literature

Created by author L. Frank Baum for his character Glinda the Good Witch, a kind sorceress in his Oz series of books beginning in 1900. It is not known what inspired the name. Created by author L. Frank Baum for his character Glinda the Good Witch, a kind sorceress in hisseries of books beginning in 1900. It is not known what inspired the name.

GRISELDA f English, Spanish, Literature

Possibly derived from the Germanic elements gris "grey" and hild "battle". It is not attested as a Germanic name. This was the name of a patient wife in medieval tales by Boccaccio and Chaucer. Possibly derived from the Germanic elements"grey" and"battle". It is not attested as a Germanic name. This was the name of a patient wife in medieval tales by Boccaccio and Chaucer.

GUENEVERE f Arthurian Romance

Variant of Variant of GUINEVERE

GUINEVERE f Arthurian Romance

From the Norman French form of the Welsh name Gwenhwyfar meaning "white phantom" , ultimately from the Old Celtic roots *windos meaning "fair, white, blessed" (modern Welsh gwen) and *sebros meaning "phantom, magical being". In Arthurian legend she was the beautiful wife of King ... [more] From the Norman French form of the Welsh namemeaning, ultimately from the Old Celtic roots *meaning "fair, white, blessed" (modern Welsh) and *meaning "phantom, magical being". In Arthurian legend she was the beautiful wife of King Arthur . According to the 12th-century chronicler Geoffrey of Monmouth, she was seduced by Mordred before the battle of Camlann, which led to the deaths of both Mordred and Arthur. According to the 12th-century French poet Chrétien de Troyes, she engaged in an adulterous affair with Sir Lancelot

GUIOMAR f & m Portuguese, Spanish, Arthurian Romance

Possibly derived from the Germanic name Wigmar, which is formed of the elements wig "war, battle" and mari "famous". In the medieval Lancelot-Grail cycle he plays a minor role as a cousin of Guinevere, who banishes him after he becomes a lover of Morgan le Fey. In modern Portugal and Spain it is a feminine name. Possibly derived from the Germanic name, which is formed of the elements"war, battle" and"famous". In the medievalcycle he plays a minor role as a cousin of Guinevere, who banishes him after he becomes a lover of Morgan le Fey. In modern Portugal and Spain it is a feminine name.

GYNETH f Literature

Perhaps a variant of The Bridal of Triermain (1813). Perhaps a variant of GWYNETH . Sir Walter Scott used this name for the daughter of King Arthur in his work(1813).

HAIDEE f Literature

Perhaps intended to derive from Greek αἰδοῖος (aidoios) meaning "modest, reverent" . This name was created by Lord Byron for a character (written as Haidée) in his 1819 poem Don Juan. Perhaps intended to derive from Greekmeaning. This name was created by Lord Byron for a character (written as) in his 1819 poem

HAMLET Համլետ m Literature, Armenian

Anglicized form of the Danish name Amleth. Shakespeare used this name for the Prince of Denmark in his play Hamlet (1600), which he based upon earlier Danish tales. Anglicized form of the Danish name. Shakespeare used this name for the Prince of Denmark in his play(1600), which he based upon earlier Danish tales.

HECTOR Ἕκτωρ m English, French, Greek Mythology (Latinized), Arthurian Romance

Latinized form of Greek Ἕκτωρ (Hektor), which was derived from ἕκτωρ (hektor) meaning "holding fast" , ultimately from ἔχω (echo) meaning "to hold, to possess". In Greek legend Hector was one of the Trojan champions who fought against the Greeks. After he killed ... [more] Latinized form of Greek, which was derived frommeaning, ultimately frommeaning "to hold, to possess". In Greek legend Hector was one of the Trojan champions who fought against the Greeks. After he killed Achilles ' friend Patroclus in battle, he was himself brutally slain by Achilles, who proceeded to tie his dead body to a chariot and drag it about. This name also appears in Arthurian legends where it belongs to King Arthur 's foster father.

HERMIA f Literature

Feminine form of A Midsummer Night's Dream (1595). Feminine form of HERMES . Shakespeare used this name in his comedy(1595).

HUCKLEBERRY m Literature

From the name of the variety of shrubs (genus Vaccinium) or the berries that grow on them. It was used by author Mark Twain for the character of Huckleberry Finn in his novels The Adventures of Tom Sawyer (1876) and Adventures of Huckleberry Finn (1884). From the name of the variety of shrubs (genus Vaccinium) or the berries that grow on them. It was used by author Mark Twain for the character of Huckleberry Finn in his novels(1876) and(1884).

IDRIL f Literature

Means "sparkle brilliance" in Sindarin. In the Silmarillion (1977) by J. R. R. Tolkien, Idril was the daughter of Turgon, the king of Gondolin. She escaped the destruction of that place with her husband Meansin Sindarin. In the(1977) by J. R. R. Tolkien, Idril was the daughter of Turgon, the king of Gondolin. She escaped the destruction of that place with her husband Tuor and sailed with him into the west.

IGERNA f Arthurian Romance

Latin form of Latin form of IGRAINE

IGRAINE f Arthurian Romance

Meaning unknown, from Igerna, the Latinized form of Welsh Eigyr. In Arthurian legend she is the mother of King Eigyr or Eigr was rendered into Latin as Igerna by the 12th-century chronicler Geoffrey of Monmouth. Meaning unknown, from, the Latinized form of Welsh. In Arthurian legend she is the mother of King Arthur by Uther Pendragon and the mother of Morgan le Fay by Gorlois. The Welsh formorwas rendered into Latin asby the 12th-century chronicler Geoffrey of Monmouth.

ISEULT f Arthurian Romance

Medieval variant of Medieval variant of ISOLDE

ISOLDA f Arthurian Romance

Latinate form of Latinate form of ISOLDE

ISOLDE f English (Rare), German, Arthurian Romance

The origins of this name are uncertain, though some Celtic roots have been suggested. It is possible that the name is ultimately Germanic, perhaps from a hypothetic name like Ishild, composed of the elements is "ice, iron" and hild "battle". ... [more] The origins of this name are uncertain, though some Celtic roots have been suggested. It is possible that the name is ultimately Germanic, perhaps from a hypothetic name like, composed of the elements"ice, iron" and"battle".

JORAH יוֹרָה m Biblical, Literature

From the Hebrew name יוֹרָה (Yorah) meaning either "he teaches" or "rain" . This name is mentioned briefly in the Book of Ezra in the Old Testament. It was used by George R. R. Martin for a character in his fantasy series A Song of Ice and Fire (first published 1996) and the television adaptation Game of Thrones (2011-2019). It is not known if Martin took the name from the Bible. From the Hebrew namemeaning eitheror. This name is mentioned briefly in the Book of Ezra in the Old Testament. It was used by George R. R. Martin for a character in his fantasy series(first published 1996) and the television adaptation(2011-2019). It is not known if Martin took the name from the Bible.

KAY (2) m Welsh Mythology, Arthurian Romance

From the Welsh name Cai or Cei, possibly a form of the Roman name From the Welsh nameor, possibly a form of the Roman name GAIUS . Sir Kay was one of the Knights of the Round Table in Arthurian legend. He first appears in Welsh tales as a brave companion of Arthur. In later medieval tales, notably those by the 12th-century French poet Chrétien de Troyes, he is portrayed as an unrefined boor.

KHALEESI f Literature

From a title used in the George R. R. Martin book series A Song of Ice and Fire (first published 1996) and the television adaptation Game of Thrones (2011-2019). It is a feminine form of the Dothraki title khal meaning "warlord". In the series From a title used in the George R. R. Martin book series(first published 1996) and the television adaptation(2011-2019). It is a feminine form of the Dothraki titlemeaning "warlord". In the series Daenerys Targaryen gains this title after she marries Khal Drogo.

LALAGE f Literature

Derived from Greek λαλαγέω (lalageo) meaning "to babble, to prattle" . The Roman poet Horace used this name in one of his odes. Derived from Greekmeaning. The Roman poet Horace used this name in one of his odes.

LALLA f Literature

Derived from Persian لاله (laleh) meaning "tulip" . This was the name of the heroine of Thomas Moore's poem Lalla Rookh (1817). In the poem, Lalla, the daughter of the emperor of Delhi, listens to a poet sing four tales. Derived from Persianmeaning. This was the name of the heroine of Thomas Moore's poem(1817). In the poem, Lalla, the daughter of the emperor of Delhi, listens to a poet sing four tales.

LANCELOT m Arthurian Romance

Meaning unknown, possibly an Old French diminutive of Lanzo (see Meaning unknown, possibly an Old French diminutive of(see LANCE ). In Arthurian legend Lancelot was the bravest of the Knights of the Round Table. He became the lover of Arthur 's wife Guinevere , ultimately causing the destruction of Arthur's kingdom. His earliest appearance is in the works of the 12th-century French poet Chrétien de Troyes.

LAUNCE m Literature

Short form of Launcelot, a variant of The Two Gentlemen of Verona (1594). Short form of, a variant of LANCELOT . This was the name of a clownish character in Shakespeare's play(1594).

LEGOLAS m Literature

Means "green leaves" in Sindarin, from laeg "green" combined with go-lass "collection of leaves". In The Lord of the Rings (1954) by J. R. R. Tolkien, Legolas is the son of the elf lord Thranduil and a member of the Fellowship of the Ring. Meansin Sindarin, from"green" combined with"collection of leaves". In(1954) by J. R. R. Tolkien, Legolas is the son of the elf lord Thranduil and a member of the Fellowship of the Ring.

LESTAT m Literature

Name used by author Anne Rice for a character in her Vampire Chronicles series of novels, first released in 1976, where it belongs to the French vampire Lestat de Lioncourt. Rice possibly intended the name to appear derived from Old French or Occitan l'estat "state, status" , though apparently her husband's name Stan was inspiration. Name used by author Anne Rice for a character in herseries of novels, first released in 1976, where it belongs to the French vampire Lestat de Lioncourt. Rice possibly intended the name to appear derived from Old French or Occitan, though apparently her husband's namewas inspiration.

LORELEI f Literature

From German Loreley, the name of a rock headland on the Rhine River. It is of uncertain meaning, though the second element is probably old German ley meaning "rock" (of Celtic origin). German romantic poets and songwriters, beginning with Clemens Brentano in 1801, tell that a maiden named the Lorelei lives on the rock and lures boaters to their death with her song. From German, the name of a rock headland on the Rhine River. It is of uncertain meaning, though the second element is probably old Germanmeaning "rock" (of Celtic origin). German romantic poets and songwriters, beginning with Clemens Brentano in 1801, tell that a maiden named the Lorelei lives on the rock and lures boaters to their death with her song.

LOT (2) m Arthurian Romance

From the name of the region of Lothian in southern Scotland, of unknown meaning. A king of Lothian by this name appears in early Latin and Welsh texts (as Leudonus and Lewdwn respectively). He was inserted into Arthurian legend by the 12th-century chronicler Geoffrey of Monmouth, who makes him the father of From the name of the region of Lothian in southern Scotland, of unknown meaning. A king of Lothian by this name appears in early Latin and Welsh texts (asandrespectively). He was inserted into Arthurian legend by the 12th-century chronicler Geoffrey of Monmouth, who makes him the father of Gawain

LUCASTA f Literature

This name was first used by the poet Richard Lovelace for a collection of poems called Lucasta (1649). The poems were dedicated to Lucasta, a nickname for the woman he loved Lucy Sacheverel, who he called lux casta "pure light" . This name was first used by the poet Richard Lovelace for a collection of poems called(1649). The poems were dedicated to Lucasta, a nickname for the woman he loved Lucy Sacheverel, who he called

LUCINDA f English, Portuguese, Literature

An elaboration of Don Quixote (1605). It was subsequently used by Molière in his play The Doctor in Spite of Himself (1666). An elaboration of LUCIA created by Cervantes for his novel(1605). It was subsequently used by Molière in his play(1666).

LUNED f Welsh, Welsh Mythology, Arthurian Romance

Variant of Variant of ELUNED . In the Mabinogion, a collection of tales from Welsh myth, she is a servant of the Lady of the Fountain who rescues the knight Owain

MALVINA f Scottish, English, Literature

Created by the poet James MacPherson in the 18th century for a character in his Ossian poems. He probably intended it to mean "smooth brow" in Gaelic. Created by the poet James MacPherson in the 18th century for a character in his Ossian poems. He probably intended it to meanin Gaelic.

MALVOLIO m Literature

Means "ill will" in Italian. This name was invented by Shakespeare for a character in his play Twelfth Night (1602). Meansin Italian. This name was invented by Shakespeare for a character in his play(1602).

MEDORA f Literature

Created by Lord Byron for a character in his poem The Corsair (1814). It is not known what inspired Byron to use this name. The year the poem was published, it was used as the middle name of Elizabeth Medora Leigh (1814-1849), a niece and rumoured daughter of Byron. Created by Lord Byron for a character in his poem(1814). It is not known what inspired Byron to use this name. The year the poem was published, it was used as the middle name of Elizabeth Medora Leigh (1814-1849), a niece and rumoured daughter of Byron.

MEHRAB مهراب m Persian, Literature

From مهر (Mehr), the Persian word for آب (ab) meaning "water". This is the name of the king of Kabul in the 10th-century Persian epic the Shahnameh. From, the Persian word for MITHRA , combined with Persianmeaning "water". This is the name of the king of Kabul in the 10th-century Persian epic the

MERLIN m Arthurian Romance, English

Form of the Welsh name Myrddin (meaning "sea fortress" ) used by Geoffrey of Monmouth in his 12th-century Arthurian tales. Writing in Latin, he likely chose the form Merlinus over Merdinus in order to prevent associations with French merde "excrement". ... [more] Form of the Welsh name(meaning) used by Geoffrey of Monmouth in his 12th-century Arthurian tales. Writing in Latin, he likely chose the formoverin order to prevent associations with French"excrement".

MERRY (2) m Literature

The name of a hobbit in J. R. R. Tolkien's novel The Lord of the Rings (1954). His full given name was Meriadoc, a semi-translation into English of his true hobbit name Kalimac meaning "jolly, merry" . The name of a hobbit in J. R. R. Tolkien's novel(1954). His full given name was, a semi-translation into English of his true hobbit namemeaning

MIGNON f Literature

Means "cute, darling" in French. This is the name of a character in Ambroise Thomas's opera Mignon (1866), which was based on a novel by Goethe. Meansin French. This is the name of a character in Ambroise Thomas's opera(1866), which was based on a novel by Goethe.

MORDRED m Welsh Mythology, Arthurian Romance

From Welsh Medraut, possibly from Latin moderatus meaning "controlled, moderated" . In Arthurian legend Mordred was the illegitimate son (in some versions nephew) of King Medraut) in the 10th-century Annales Cambriae, but he was not portrayed as a traitor until the chronicles of the 12th-century Geoffrey of Monmouth. While Arthur is away he seduces his wife From Welsh, possibly from Latinmeaning. In Arthurian legend Mordred was the illegitimate son (in some versions nephew) of King Arthur . Mordred first appears briefly (as) in the 10th-century, but he was not portrayed as a traitor until the chronicles of the 12th-century Geoffrey of Monmouth. While Arthur is away he seduces his wife Guinevere and declares himself king. This prompts the battle of Camlann, which leads to the deaths of both Mordred and Arthur.

MORGAN (2) f Arthurian Romance

Modern form of Morgen, which was used by Geoffrey of Monmouth in the 12th century for the Arthurian sorceress Morgan le Fay, who was unnamed in earlier stories. Geoffrey probably did not derive it from the Welsh masculine name Morgan, which would have been spelled Morcant in his time. He may have based it on the Irish name Modern form of, which was used by Geoffrey of Monmouth in the 12th century for the Arthurian sorceress Morgan le Fay, who was unnamed in earlier stories. Geoffrey probably did not derive it from the Welsh masculine name, which would have been spelledin his time. He may have based it on the Irish name MUIRGEN

NÉLIDA f Literature, Spanish

Created by French author Marie d'Agoult for her semi-autobiographical novel Nélida (1846), written under the name Daniel Stern. It was probably an anagram of her pen name Created by French author Marie d'Agoult for her semi-autobiographical novel(1846), written under the name Daniel Stern. It was probably an anagram of her pen name DANIEL

NEMO m Literature

Means "nobody" in Latin. This was the name used by author Jules Verne for the captain of the Nautilus in his novel Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea (1870). It was later used for the title character (a fish) in the 2003 animated movie Finding Nemo. Meansin Latin. This was the name used by author Jules Verne for the captain of the Nautilus in his novel(1870). It was later used for the title character (a fish) in the 2003 animated movie

NERISSA f Literature

Created by Shakespeare for a character in his play The Merchant of Venice (1596). He possibly took it from Greek Νηρηΐς (nereis) meaning "nymph, sea sprite", ultimately derived from the name of the Greek sea god Created by Shakespeare for a character in his play(1596). He possibly took it from Greekmeaning "nymph, sea sprite", ultimately derived from the name of the Greek sea god NEREUS , who supposedly fathered them.

NESTAN-DAREJAN ნესტან დარეჯან f Literature

Created by the Georgian poet Shota Rustaveli for a character in his 12th-century epic The Knight in the Panther's Skin. Rustaveli derived it from the Middle Persian phrase نیست اندر جهان (nist andar jahan) meaning "unlike any other in the world" or "unique" . In the poem Nestan-Darejan is a princess loved by Tariel. Created by the Georgian poet Shota Rustaveli for a character in his 12th-century epic. Rustaveli derived it from the Middle Persian phrasemeaningor. In the poem Nestan-Darejan is a princess loved by Tariel.

NIMUE f Arthurian Romance

Meaning unknown. In Arthurian legends this is the name of a sorceress, also known as the Lady of the Lake, Vivien, or Niniane. Various versions of the tales have Lancelot-Grail cycle. Meaning unknown. In Arthurian legends this is the name of a sorceress, also known as the Lady of the Lake, Vivien, or Niniane. Various versions of the tales have Merlin falling in love with her and becoming imprisoned by her magic. She first appears in the medieval Frenchcycle.

NORMA f English, Italian, Literature

Created by Felice Romani for the main character in the opera Norma (1831). He may have based it on Latin norma "rule". This name is also frequently used as a feminine form of Created by Felice Romani for the main character in the opera(1831). He may have based it on Latin"rule". This name is also frequently used as a feminine form of NORMAN

NYDIA f English (Rare), Spanish, Literature

Used by British author Edward Bulwer-Lytton for a blind flower-seller in his novel The Last Days of Pompeii (1834). He perhaps based it on Latin nidus "nest". Used by British author Edward Bulwer-Lytton for a blind flower-seller in his novel(1834). He perhaps based it on Latin"nest".

OBERON m Literature

Variant of A Midsummer Night's Dream (1595). A moon of Uranus bears this name in his honour. Variant of AUBERON . Oberon was the king of the fairies in Shakespeare's comedy(1595). A moon of Uranus bears this name in his honour.

OLIVETTE f Literature

Feminine form of Les noces d'Olivette (1879) by Edmond Audran. Feminine form of OLIVER . This was the name of the title character in the French opera(1879) by Edmond Audran.

OPHELIA f English, Literature

Derived from Greek ὄφελος (ophelos) meaning "help, advantage" . This name was probably created by the 15th-century poet Jacopo Sannazaro for a character in his poem Arcadia. It was borrowed by Shakespeare for his play Hamlet (1600), in which it belongs to Derived from Greekmeaning. This name was probably created by the 15th-century poet Jacopo Sannazaro for a character in his poem. It was borrowed by Shakespeare for his play(1600), in which it belongs to Hamlet 's lover who eventually goes insane and drowns herself. In spite of this, the name has been used since the 19th century.

ORINTHIA f Literature

Possibly related to Greek ὀρίνω (orino) meaning "to excite, to agitate" . George Bernard Shaw used this name in his play The Apple Cart (1929). Possibly related to Greekmeaning. George Bernard Shaw used this name in his play(1929).

OSSIAN m Literature

Variant of Variant of OISÍN used by James Macpherson in his epic poems, which he claimed to have based on early Irish legends.

OTHELLO m Literature

Perhaps an Italian diminutive of Othello (1603), where it belongs to a Moor who is manipulated by Perhaps an Italian diminutive of OTHO . Shakespeare used this name in his tragedy(1603), where it belongs to a Moor who is manipulated by Iago into killing his wife Desdemona

OWAIN m Welsh, Welsh Mythology, Arthurian Romance

Probably a Welsh form of eoghunn meaning "youth". This was the name of several figures from Welsh history and mythology. In Arthurian legend Owain (also called Probably a Welsh form of EUGENE , though other theories connect it to Welshmeaning "youth". This was the name of several figures from Welsh history and mythology. In Arthurian legend Owain (also called Yvain in French sources) was one of the Knights of the Round Table, the son of King Urien and husband of the Lady of the Fountain. His character was based on that of Owain ap Urien, a 6th-century Welsh prince who fought against the Angles. This name was also borne by Owain Glyndwr, a 14th-century leader of Welsh resistance against English rule.

PERCEVAL m Arthurian Romance

Variant of Variant of PERCIVAL

PERCIVAL m Arthurian Romance, English

Created by the 12th-century French poet Chrétien de Troyes for his poem Perceval, the Story of the Grail. In the poem Perceval was one of King percer val "to pierce the valley". Created by the 12th-century French poet Chrétien de Troyes for his poem. In the poem Perceval was one of King Arthur 's Knights of the Round Table who was given a glimpse of the Holy Grail. The character (and probably the name) of Perceval was based on that of the Welsh hero PEREDUR . The spelling was perhaps altered under the influence of Old French"to pierce the valley".

PERDITA f Literature

Derived from Latin perditus meaning "lost" . Shakespeare created this name for the daughter of Hermione in his play The Winter's Tale (1610). Derived from Latinmeaning. Shakespeare created this name for the daughter of Hermione in his play(1610).

PEREDUR m Welsh Mythology, Arthurian Romance

Possibly means "hard spears" in Welsh. This was the name of several figures from Welsh mythology. It was later used by the 12th-century chronicler Geoffrey of Monmouth in his Arthurian tales. The character of Possibly meansin Welsh. This was the name of several figures from Welsh mythology. It was later used by the 12th-century chronicler Geoffrey of Monmouth in his Arthurian tales. The character of Percival was probably based on him.

PHARAMOND m Literature, French (Rare)

French form of Henry V (1599). French form of FARAMUND used by Shakespeare in(1599).

PHILOMEL f Literature

From an English word meaning "nightingale" (ultimately from From an English word meaning(ultimately from PHILOMELA ). It has been used frequently in poetry to denote the bird.

PIPPI f Literature

Created by the daughter of Swedish author Astrid Lindgren for the main character in her mother's Pippi Longstocking series of stories, first published 1945. In the books Pippi (Swedish name Pippi Långstrump; full first name Pippilotta) is a brash and exceptionally strong young girl who lives in a house by herself. Created by the daughter of Swedish author Astrid Lindgren for the main character in her mother'sseries of stories, first published 1945. In the books Pippi (Swedish name; full first name) is a brash and exceptionally strong young girl who lives in a house by herself.

PIPPIN (2) m Literature

The name of a hobbit in The Lord of the Rings (1954) by J. R. R. Tolkien. His full given name was Peregrin, a semi-translation into English of his true hobbit name Razanur meaning "traveller" . The name of a hobbit in(1954) by J. R. R. Tolkien. His full given name was, a semi-translation into English of his true hobbit namemeaning

POLLYANNA f Literature

Combination of Pollyanna (1913). Combination of POLLY and ANNA . This was the name of the main character in Eleanor H. Porter's novel(1913).

RAPUNZEL f Literature

From the name of an edible plant. It is borne by a long-haired young woman locked in a tower in an 1812 German fairy tale recorded by the Brothers Grimm. An evil sorceress gave her the name after she was taken as a baby from her parents, who had stolen the rapunzel plant from the sorceress's garden. The Grimms adapted the story from earlier tales (which used various names for the heroine). From the name of an edible plant. It is borne by a long-haired young woman locked in a tower in an 1812 German fairy tale recorded by the Brothers Grimm. An evil sorceress gave her the name after she was taken as a baby from her parents, who had stolen the rapunzel plant from the sorceress's garden. The Grimms adapted the story from earlier tales (which used various names for the heroine).

ROHAN (2) f Literature

From the novel The Lord of the Rings (1954) by J. R. R. Tolkien, where it is a place name meaning "horse country" in Sindarin. From the novel(1954) by J. R. R. Tolkien, where it is a place name meaningin Sindarin.

RUMPELSTILTSKIN m Literature

From German Rumpelstilzchen, possibly from German rumpeln meaning "make noise" and Stelze meaning "stilt", combined with the diminutive suffix -chen. It has been suggested that it was inspired by a children's game Rumpele stilt oder der Poppart mentioned in Johann Fischart's 1577 book Geschichtklitterung. This name was used by the Brothers Grimm in an 1812 fairy tale about a magical little man (Rumpelstiltskin) who saves a miller's daughter in exchange for her firstborn child. In order to undo the deal, she must guess the man's name. The Grimm's story was based upon earlier European folk tales (which have various names for the little man). From German, possibly from Germanmeaning "make noise" andmeaning "stilt", combined with the diminutive suffix. It has been suggested that it was inspired by a children's gamementioned in Johann Fischart's 1577 book. This name was used by the Brothers Grimm in an 1812 fairy tale about a magical little man (Rumpelstiltskin) who saves a miller's daughter in exchange for her firstborn child. In order to undo the deal, she must guess the man's name. The Grimm's story was based upon earlier European folk tales (which have various names for the little man).

RUMPELSTILZCHEN m Literature

Original German form of Original German form of RUMPELSTILTSKIN

SAM (3) m Literature

The name of a hobbit in J. R. R. Tolkien's novel The Lord of the Rings (1954). His full given name was Samwise meaning "half wise" in Old English (the language used by Tolkien to represent the old hobbit speech). The name of a hobbit in J. R. R. Tolkien's novel(1954). His full given name wasmeaningin Old English (the language used by Tolkien to represent the old hobbit speech).

SCHEHERAZADE f Literature

Anglicized form of Anglicized form of SHAHRAZAD

SHEHERAZADE f Literature

Anglicized form of Anglicized form of SHAHRAZAD

SHERLOCK m Literature

Used by Scottish author Sir Arthur Conan Doyle for his character Sherlock Holmes, who was a detective in Doyle's mystery stories beginning in 1887. The character's name was from an English surname meaning "shear lock", originally referring to a person with closely cut hair. Used by Scottish author Sir Arthur Conan Doyle for his character Sherlock Holmes, who was a detective in Doyle's mystery stories beginning in 1887. The character's name was from an English surname meaning "shear lock", originally referring to a person with closely cut hair.

SOPHRONIA Σωφρονία f Literature, Late Greek

Feminine form of Jerusalem Delivered (1580), in which it is borne by the lover of Olindo. Feminine form of SOPHRONIUS . Torquato Tasso used it in his epic poem(1580), in which it is borne by the lover of Olindo.

TALIESIN m Welsh, Arthurian Romance

Means "shining brow" , derived from Welsh tal "brow" and iesin "shining". This was the name of a 6th-century Welsh poet and bard. In later Welsh legends he is portrayed as a wizard and prophet, or as a companion of King Means, derived from Welsh"brow" and"shining". This was the name of a 6th-century Welsh poet and bard. In later Welsh legends he is portrayed as a wizard and prophet, or as a companion of King Arthur

TINATIN თინათინ f Georgian, Literature

Possibly related to Georgian სინათლე (sinatle) meaning "light" . The name was devised by the Georgian poet Shota Rustaveli for his 12th-century epic poem The Knight in the Panther's Skin, in which Tinatin is the ruler of Arabia and the lover of Possibly related to Georgianmeaning. The name was devised by the Georgian poet Shota Rustaveli for his 12th-century epic poem, in which Tinatin is the ruler of Arabia and the lover of Avtandil

TINUVIEL f Literature

Means "nightingale" in Sindarin. In the Silmarillion (1977) by J. R. R. Tolkien, Tinuviel was the daughter of Thingol the elf king and the beloved of Beren, who with her help retrieved one of the Silmarils from the iron crown of Morgoth. Meansin Sindarin. In the(1977) by J. R. R. Tolkien, Tinuviel was the daughter of Thingol the elf king and the beloved of Beren, who with her help retrieved one of the Silmarils from the iron crown of Morgoth.

TITANIA f Literature

Perhaps based on Latin Titanius meaning "of the Titans" . This name was (first?) used by Shakespeare in his comedy A Midsummer Night's Dream (1595) where it is the name of the queen of the fairies. This is also a moon of Uranus, named after the Shakespearean character. Perhaps based on Latinmeaning. This name was (first?) used by Shakespeare in his comedy(1595) where it is the name of the queen of the fairies. This is also a moon of Uranus, named after the Shakespearean character.

TRISTAN m Welsh, English, French, Arthurian Romance

Old French form of the Pictish name Drustan, a diminutive of tristis "sad". Tristan is a character in medieval French tales, probably inspired by older Celtic legends, and ultimately merged into Arthurian legend. According to the story Tristan was sent to Ireland in order to fetch Old French form of the Pictish name, a diminutive of DRUST . The spelling was altered by association with Latin"sad". Tristan is a character in medieval French tales, probably inspired by older Celtic legends, and ultimately merged into Arthurian legend. According to the story Tristan was sent to Ireland in order to fetch Isolde , who was to be the bride of King Mark of Cornwall. On the way back, Tristan and Isolde accidentally drink a potion that makes them fall in love. Their tragic story was very popular in the Middle Ages, and the name has occasionally been used since that time.

TUOR m Literature

Means "strength vigour" in Sindarin. In the Silmarillion (1977) by J. R. R. Tolkien, Tuor was the mortal man who came to the hidden city of Gondolin to warn of its imminent doom. When Gondolin was attacked and destroyed he escaped with his wife Meansin Sindarin. In the(1977) by J. R. R. Tolkien, Tuor was the mortal man who came to the hidden city of Gondolin to warn of its imminent doom. When Gondolin was attacked and destroyed he escaped with his wife Idril and son Eärendil, and sailed into the west.

TURIN m Literature

Means "victory mood" in Sindarin. In the Silmarillion (1977) by J. R. R. Tolkien, Turin was a cursed hero, the slayer of the dragon Glaurung. He was also called Turambar, Mormegil, and other names. This is also the Anglicized name of the city of Torino in Italy. Meansin Sindarin. In the(1977) by J. R. R. Tolkien, Turin was a cursed hero, the slayer of the dragon Glaurung. He was also called Turambar, Mormegil, and other names. This is also the Anglicized name of the city of Torino in Italy.

TYBALT m Literature

Medieval form of Romeo and Juliet (1596). Medieval form of THEOBALD . This is the name of a cousin of Juliet killed by Romeo in Shakespeare's drama(1596).

UNDINE f Literature

Derived from Latin unda meaning "wave" . The word undine was created by the medieval author Paracelsus, who used it for female water spirits. Derived from Latinmeaning. The wordwas created by the medieval author Paracelsus, who used it for female water spirits.

URIEN m Welsh, Welsh Mythology, Arthurian Romance

Means "privileged birth" from Celtic orbo "privileged" and gen "birth". In Welsh legend and Arthurian romances Urien is a king of Gore and the husband of Meansfrom Celtic"privileged" and"birth". In Welsh legend and Arthurian romances Urien is a king of Gore and the husband of Morgan le Fay.

UTHER m Welsh Mythology, Arthurian Romance

From the Welsh name Uthyr, derived from Welsh uthr meaning "terrible" . In Arthurian legend Uther was the father of King From the Welsh name, derived from Welshmeaning. In Arthurian legend Uther was the father of King Arthur . He appears in some early Welsh texts, but is chiefly known from the 12th-century chronicles of Geoffrey of Monmouth.

VIVIEN (2) f Literature, Hungarian

Used by Alfred Lord Tennyson as the name of the Lady of the Lake in his Arthurian epic Idylls of the King (1859). Tennyson may have based it on Gone with the Wind. Used by Alfred Lord Tennyson as the name of the Lady of the Lake in his Arthurian epic(1859). Tennyson may have based it on VIVIENNE , but it possibly arose as a misreading of NINIAN . A famous bearer was British actress Vivien Leigh (1913-1967), who played Scarlett O'Hara in

WALGANUS m Arthurian Romance

Latin form of Latin form of GAWAIN

WENONAH f Literature

Variant of The Song of Hiawatha. Variant of WINONA . This spelling of the name was used by the American poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow for the mother of Hiawatha in his 1855 epic poem

WUKONG 悟空 m Literature

Means "awakened to emptiness" , from Chinese 悟 (wù) meaning "enlightenment, awakening" and 空 (kōng) meaning "empty, hollow, sky". This is the name of the Monkey King in the 16th-century Chinese novel Journey to the West. Means, from Chinesemeaning "enlightenment, awakening" andmeaning "empty, hollow, sky". This is the name of the Monkey King in the 16th-century Chinese novel

YORICK m Literature, English, Dutch

Altered form of Hamlet (1600). Altered form of JØRG . Shakespeare used this name for a deceased court jester in his play(1600).

YSEUT f Arthurian Romance

Old French form of Tristan by Béroul. Old French form of ISOLDE , appearing in the 12th-century Norman poemby Béroul.

YSOLT f Arthurian Romance

Old French form of Tristan by Thomas of Britain. Old French form of ISOLDE , appearing in the 12th-century Old French poemby Thomas of Britain.

YVAIN m Arthurian Romance

Form of Form of OWAIN used by the 12th-century French poet Chrétien de Troyes for his Arthurian tales.

YWAIN m Arthurian Romance

Variant of Variant of YVAIN

ZAÏRE f Literature

Used by Voltaire for the heroine of his tragic play Zaïre (1732), about a Christian woman enslaved by Muslims. The heroine is named Zara in some English translations. Voltaire may have based the name on Used by Voltaire for the heroine of his tragic play(1732), about a Christian woman enslaved by Muslims. The heroine is namedin some English translations. Voltaire may have based the name on ZAHRAH

ZEMFIRA Земфира f Tatar, Bashkir, Literature

Meaning unknown, possibly of Romani origin. This name was (first?) used by Aleksandr Pushkin in his poem The Gypsies (1827). Meaning unknown, possibly of Romani origin. This name was (first?) used by Aleksandr Pushkin in his poem(1827).