In the 12th-century Arthurian tales, another variation, Estrildis, was the name of a German princess who became the wife of King Locrine of Britain. Meaning “dawn battle,” this strong name is unique yet familiar via having the same ending as Matilda. Perfect for a spring baby, this name derives from the Germanic goddess Eostre, known as the goddess of the dawn, and the namesake of the Easter holiday in some languages. It’s one of the female variants of Caelestis a Latin name meaning, “of the sky, heavenly”. This beautiful name fits well in the current naming trend, of astronomy names, with the eighth most popular on our girl names’ list being Aurora. Nickname-ready as well, you can get quickly to the vintage Billie, Lily, or Ana, or the modern Brilla or Liana. She later became a well-known English letter-writer. Lord Conway named his daughter Brilliana while living there in the late 17th century. If Juliana can make it to the Top 100, why not the brilliant Brilliana? It means, “of Brill,” a town and historic seaport in the west Netherlands. It also comes with adorable nicknames Miri, Mira and Amie. Used in the Arab and Hebrew communities, it now ranks at Number 381 nationally after entering the Top 1000 in 1998. It means “imitating, rivalry.” Used in England during the Anglo- Norman period, it’s an elegant alternative to the popular Aria and Amelia. Originally a male Latin name, we think this one is ready for a gender switch. There is a similar in sound Welsh name, Delyth, meaning pretty. It was the name of an Anglo- Saxon saint, Æthelgyth of Coldingham. Of Anglo- Saxon origin, this soft name has several strong meanings, the Anglo- Saxon one being, “seasoned warrior.” It’s the medieval form of Æðelgyð, which means “noble war.” Aelythis also thought to be a variant spelling of the Scottish Gaelic Alyth, meaning “ascending, rising”. Here are some favourite medieval names poised to be awakened from their slumbers. They bring to mind the warmth of a blacksmith’s hearth, the trotting of a horse, the romance of forbidden love, and chivalry. From the Anglo- Norman period in England of the 13th and 14th centuries, there’s a wide variety of hidden gems waiting to be rediscovered. It’s a common misconception that medieval namers drew from a very small stock of choices. Medieval names were often unique and reflected the individuality of the person, so it’s difficult to determine what was considered “rare.Looking for something further back in history and different than the current vintage naming trend? Since The Lord of the Rings, Game of Thrones, and Vikings, we think it’s time some really Olde World classics get some attention. Note: The popularity of names in Medieval France varied depending on the time period, but these names have been commonly used in various regions of France during the Middle Ages. Some popular Medieval French names for both males and females: They served as a way to distinguish individuals and families from one another, as well as to indicate their place of origin, occupation, and other important traits. Note: The meanings of these names are based on the etymology and historical usage of the names in various cultures and regions. Here are some common Medieval names and their meanings: The naming conventions of medieval society were not as strict as they later became, and people often had multiple names, including nicknames and middle names. Matilda: derived from the German name “Mahthildis,” meaning “strength in battle.”.Margaret: derived from the Greek name “Margarites,” meaning “pearl.”.Joan: derived from the Old French name “Jehanne,” meaning “God is gracious.”.Elizabeth: derived from the Hebrew name “Elisheva,” meaning “God is my oath.”.Eleanor: derived from the Old Provençal name “Aliénor,” meaning “foreign.”.Edith: derived from the Old English name “Æðelþryð,” meaning “rich in battle.”.Cecilia: derived from the Latin name “Caecilia,” meaning “blind.”.Beatrice: derived from the Latin name “Beatrix,” meaning “she who brings happiness.”.Anne: derived from the Hebrew name “Hannah,” meaning “gracious” or “full of grace.”.Alice: derived from the Old French name “Aalis,” meaning “of noble birth.”.Popular Medieval Names (Female)Īnd below are some popular medieval female names from the Middle Ages: Note: The popularity of names in the Medieval period varied depending on the region and time period, but these names have been commonly used in various parts of Europe during the Middle Ages. Here are some popular Medieval names for males:
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