Mythological Names for Girls

  1. Saulė
    • Origin:

      Lithuanian
    • Meaning:

      "sun"
    • Description:

      A sunny choice that's popular for girls in Lithuania. Also the name of the ancient Lithuanian sun goddess.
  2. Gabija
    • Origin:

      Lithuanian, 'to protect"
    • Description:

      Lithuanian goddess of fire and the protector of families and homes.
  3. Galanthus
    • Origin:

      Greek
    • Meaning:

      "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.
  4. Nyavka
    • Origin:

      Ukrainian
    • Description:

      Ukrainian goddess known to be a temptress spirit. The Mavka is a long-haired figure said to lure men to their deaths
  5. Pleun
    • Origin:

      Dutch
    • Meaning:

      "of the sun god"
    • Description:

      Pleun is a unisex Dutch name deriving from Apollonius or Apollonia, although now it ranks far higher for girls in its native land than the original form.
  6. Laudine
    • Origin:

      French
    • Meaning:

      "woman from Lothian"
    • Description:

      Laudine is a name from Arthurian legend, created in the 12th century by poet Chrétien de Troyes for his romance titled Yvain. Laudine, known as the Lady of the Fountain, marries the protagonist, Yvain, after he slays her husband.
  7. Hippolyte
    • Origin:

      Greek
    • Meaning:

      "releaser of horses"
    • Description:

      The queen of the Amazons in Greek legend, daughter of Ares. Hippolyte was killed by Herakles in order to obtain her magic girdle. In a confusing twist, Hippolyte is also the name of her son.
  8. Tellervo
    • Origin:

      Finnish mythological name
    • Description:

      Tellervo is the Finnish goddess of the forest, who is often depicted milking and taking care of cows.
  9. Živa
    • Origin:

      Slavic mythological name
    • Meaning:

      "living"
    • Description:

      In Slavic mythology, Živa is the goddess of life, fertility, and the Spring season. Viva and Vita are more familiar cognates.
  10. Carda
    • Origin:

      Latin
    • Meaning:

      "hinge"
    • Description:

      Another name for Cardea, the Roman goddess of hinges who was typically associated with doorways.