When Atargatis gave birth, she left her daughter on the shore and cast herself deep into the sea. One version is that some time ago, during a violent blizzard, a handsome young stranger enters a family igloo wearing a necklace with two large canine teeth. I believe mermaid can live for hundreds of years, while still looking young. She is much like her mother, being a stubborn free spirit who is defiant to her parents. The Kraken is said to be so fierce and terrorizing that it has become a legend many times over due to its gigantic, intimidating size. - Ella has German, English, Greek, and Spanish roots. Sebastian- Sebastian is the name of the advisor crab from the Little Mermaid, who follows Ariel around on her adventures in the human world. She most certainly will be as radiant as a star, inside and out! Darya/Daria- The name Darya is a girl's name of Russian origin meaning kingly or the sea. The name is most commonly used in Russia and other Slavic countries. Sabrina and her mother were both drowned in the Severn river by Gwendolen, and that is how she became a nymph of the river and is also known as a goddess. Mermen are powerful and magical creatures, who may possess the strength or magic to subdue an enemy. The Selkies were known to have the gift of therianthropy the ability to change from human to animal form at will. Following this line of etymological logic, a mer man (merman) would be a man of the sea.. Alana is the second born daughter of King Triton. Available across the United States and Canada. Coralia- The ocean is home to diverse and beautiful coral reefs. - This name comes from Ved-Ava, a water deity. A variation is Alexandra. Because of this, it is difficult to determine what their intentions are without interaction. The sea is significant in many religions, from Poseidon ruling the sea, and Triton, a merman from Greek mythology, to Aegir, the Norse god who embodies the sea. You may be familiar with the song Wade in the Water, a spiritual associated with the songs of the underground railroad. Phoenix- A phoenix is a mythical bird from Greek folklore. - Also has the sound of sea in it. Destiny means that one has a purpose and events happen to play out a grand life plan of sorts. The true meaning of the name is chalk landing place. A variation of the name is, - The ocean is home to diverse and beautiful coral reefs. According to legend, Davy Jones was the captain of the Flying Dutchman, a ghost ship doomed to sail the oceans forever. WebMermaid Mythology as seen by John Waterhouse The evil-intentioned mermaid is not the only way these creatures were seen as dangerous. WebAndrew Shelford. - Anaella is a form of Anna from the Breton language that means favour, grace. Ive always considered mermaids to be graceful creatures, at least thats how I feel when I swim as a mermaid. Myths of half-human, half-fish creatures can be traced all the way back to ancient Babylon. Winona- This name sounds pretty like a mermaid and is perfect for a first daughter since it means firstborn daughter.. Although there were many different interpretations of the mermaid myths, one of the most constant factors is simply the duality of the nature of the mermaid and the situations that these creatures tend to appear in. It means free, and mermaids are creatures that roam free in the wild, spending their days in the ocean. 1. You may be familiar with the song, , a spiritual associated with the songs of the underground railroad. A good mermaid names doesnt have to sound ocean-y or be based on mythology. Anastasia-This is a name of Greek origin. A variation of this name is Claire. Maree- The name Maree is a name of Latin and Irish origins meaning ocean tides or star of the sea. She is believed to be associated with Satan, but she also represents female empowerment, autonomy, and individuality. Her story is that she was the daughter of King Locrinus, who left his wife Gwendolen and had Sabrina with another woman. Ved-Ava is common in Finno-Urgic stories. Kianda A mermaid goddess of the sea and of fisherman Angolan. They are also known to lounge on island beaches. This list consists of names with water/ocean/mermaid related words in them, names based on mythology, names whose meanings and translations are mermaid/ocean/water related, names based on characters from movies and shows, names that just sound pretty, and merman names, along with a special paragraph about Mermaid Marielle and her newborn baby. - A marina is a word for harbor for small boats. Northern lights are a natural phenomenon that produces eerily beautiful colors in the sky, a magical experience. Silvery blue is a common mermaid tail color in tv shows and movies. Another type of mermaid that is often referenced is the Siren. The first recorded half-fish, half-human creature is Oannes , a The word also means accord and tranquility. It works well as a mermaid name given its definitions. - This is the deceased wife of King Triton and mother to Ariel and her sisters, who died when Ariel was very little. The Selkies were able to form families and care for humans, much like mortal women, but eventually they would find their skins and be pulled back to their homes in the ocean. Aurora Borealis is a name for the Northern Lights. She is from Homers epic poem The Odyssey as a sea nymph who captured Odysseus and lived on a mythical island, where she held him captive after falling in love with him. Sailors have had visions of them at sea, and many gods and goddesses are in the form of a merperson. These women are often known to be both mysterious and enchanting. It is melody in Italian, and gold, or of high value in Albanian. Harbor is also a name of English origin that means shelter. Having shelter means being safe, and despite siren tales, there are also stories about mermaids rescuing people from drowning, such as in Disneys The Little Mermaid. Notice that in Greek it is kampos. She is the daughter of Ariel, seen in the sequel. You may have heard the phrase babbling brook. They are known to be serene and quiet, with soft running water sounds and croaks of frogs. One is woman from Delphi, a historical location in Greece. The true meaning of the name is chalk landing place. A variation of the name is Kelsey. The name means harvest in Latin. The name itself means small stream. A variation of the name is Brooklyn. Ondina is a name meaning little wave., She is loyal to the best friend Ondina, and is set on restoring the pod, but does not see Zac as a threat. It means maiden. This relates to mermaids because maid is part of the word mermaid, and mermaids are also historically depicted as female in fables and tales more frequently. - This is the Spanish word for siren, a phrase interchangeable with mermaid. I myself consider sirens to be more alluring and sinister than mermaids. Unknown to many, they are actually considered animals. A lovely sounding variation is Trixibella. Jasper- This name is of Persian origin. Harbor is also a name of English origin that means shelter. Having shelter means being safe, and despite siren tales, there are also stories about mermaids rescuing people from drowning, such as in Disneys, - Any name ending in lyn is lovely in my opinion, and mermaids are said to be lovely and breathtaking creatures. Pros of mermaiding:It is good exercise especially for your core muscles.It is a fun activityIt helps with mental health, with the calm and quietness underwaterIt gives you confidence, you because a center of attention and feel pretty being a magical creatureIt is a sportYou can compete as a mermaidYou can attend fun eventsMore items Some have even called mermaids water fairies. WebIn Greek mythology, the Nereids or Nereides (/ n r i d z / NEER-ee-idz; Ancient Greek: , romanized: Nrdes; sg. - This name is German, Italian, English, and Ancient Greek in origin. Nereids were also known to give birth to influential children. Female merfolk may be referred to as mermaids, although in a strict sense mermaids are confined to beings who are half-woman and half-fish in appearance. Hector has English, French, Scottish, and Spanish roots. - Mermaids are known to sing hauntingly beautiful songs, and an aria is a word prevalent in music. Many books tell stories of mermaids, but this section is focusing on mermaid names from the movies Splash, The Little Mermaid, and the show Mako Mermaids. means beauty and beautiful goddess. Those are all words that are common descriptions of mermaids when it comes to lore. The name means son of Mathew., , as the youngest daughter of King Triton. Li Ban and her lap dog lived in an underwater chamber for one year after the great flood. That makes it another good name for an evil or dark mermaid for a story or mersona. It is a variation of Guinevere and maybe Italian, Welsh, or British. If you are looking for a baby name, a mersona name, a character name for a book or D and D character, here is a list of over a hundred names, along with their origin and meaning. Mermaid? Lakshmi Hindu goddess of abundance, beauty, and prosperity Levana Roman goddess of the moon Lilinoe Hawaiian goddess of haze Lissa African supreme mother goddess Luna Roman goddess of the moon Along with Ariel and Madison, other popular mermaid names in the US Top 1000 include Alana, June, Lily, Lorelei, Marina, Melody, Miranda, and Sabrina. Mermaids have a human upper body and a fishtail, but nymphs always have a human body. These are all names for mermaids based after words relating to the sea, or any body of water. The name means powerful and complete. It is also the name of a goddess known for wisdom. One meaning is from Denmark, but in Hebrew it means arbiter or god is my judge. In Sanskrit and Pali, it means generosity.. Though many mermaids in the UK region were seen as vengeful and malevolent, the merpeople who lived near the Isle of Man were thought to be much more friendly towards human beings. Athena is also the name of the Greek goddess of wisdom and war. It is a shortened version of the name. Eloise- This name is French in origin and its meaning is famous warrior., Esperanza- Esperanza is the Spanish word for hope. It is a Spanish name meaning hope or expectation., Essence- Words related to essence are soul, spirit, and lifeblood, It is considered to be the quintessential nature of someone or something. One of its meanings is bitter., Sirena- Sirena is a gentle soul, always a mediator between her mermaid friends. Haven means safety, so depending on whether or not you think of yourself as a benevolent mermaid this name could be right for you. The name may be better suited as a character name for a mermaid performer, especially if youre aiming for a darker, siren-like mersona. It was also the name of a nereid and the daughter of the river god Erasmus. Shelby- This is a good ocean name since it has shell in it, as in seashell. She was the Celtic goddess of the Danube and is known as the earth-mother goddess. Maybe they use the name of a beloved family member, or a word of significance, or a name honoring their heritage. Orion- Orion is famous in Greek mythology as a giant who was an excellent huntsman and would boast on his hunting abilities. Raine/Raina- It should go without saying that this name is related to water by being a synonym for precipitation. She is a water deity or mermaid. She is now worshipped throughout the world. It means to check, or to restrain.. The Nereids were known to be some of the most beautiful creatures to exist in the time of ancient Greece. Sebastian is the name of the advisor crab from the Little Mermaid, who follows Ariel around on her adventures in the human world. They are also known to lounge on island beaches. - The meaning of the name Willow is slender and graceful. The name is based on the willow tree, which can be described as beautiful and weeping. She is the beautiful wife of King Arthur. She is the beautiful wife of King Arthur. Mermaids are known to be creatures who embody the duality of the sea. - The name Morgana is a girl's name of French origin meaning sea-circle It is a variation of the Welsh name. They are more diverse and multidimensional. She was said to have been created at the same time as Adam, and made from the same clay, as opposed to the story with Eve, who was created later than Adam and formed from his rib. Generally, it means beautiful, corposant, or shining and in modern Hebrew it means goddess. Fairy maiden is another meaning of the name, which suits a mermaid well. Marina- A marina is a word for harbor for small boats. Some of these tails were supposedly stolen by humans who wished to marry these maidens. After many years of service, Atargatis fell in love with a mortal shepherd boy and desired to make a union with him. The meaning of the name is someone who is blind to their own beauty. Mermaids are known for being beautiful and using their looks and their songs to lure in sailors. Stella-This is a name of Latin origin. June 25th is the feast day of a powerful water goddess in African mythology. Good mermaid names. In Syrian and Maltese, Mara means woman, in Gaelic sea, in Nigeria (Igbo) beautiful, -Maya is an abbreviation of Yemaya, also known as Yemoja, who is an African sea goddess. The NOAA announces that mermaids do not exist. A "mockumenary" by Animal Planet spurred questions as to the existence of mermaids. Viewers took to social media to discuss the film Asher- This is an English and Germanic name that means someone who lived in an ash tree or grove. A variation is the name Ash. Interestingly enough, Alexander the Greats sister Thessalonike was thought to have lived on as a mermaid after her death. The coastlines of the Caspian Sea are shared by, shared by Azerbaijan, Iran, Kazakhstan, Russia, and Turkmenistan. Imogen- It is believed that this name comes from a Shakespeare play as a misspelling of the name Innogen, a Celtic name which means maiden, daughter. Mermaids are maidens of the sea, who are also considered daughters of the sea, and daughters of King Triton. It means star. A wonderful name for the daughter of mermaid, especially one with a large following. The name means son of Mathew., Ariel- Ariel is the star of The Little Mermaid, as the youngest daughter of King Triton. It is pronounced seh-see-lee-uh so it has seal in it, which is a marine animal. Anemone. [2] Engkantos are classified as one of the Bantay Tubig, a Filipino term for mythical guardians of the water. Marlin is also a clownfish, and the father of Nemo in Finding Nemo. A great example of this can be found with the nereids and sea nymphs. She loves to be a jokester. Damien- Damian means the powerful man of the people It also means to tame or to subdue. Those are all words that can relate to mermen. Arista is the fifth daughter of King Triton who is known to be a fun-loving musician. Some say it represents balance, learning, growth, harmony, and strength. Tallulah- This name has Native American and Irish roots. She is based on a slate rock on the bank of the river Rhine called The Lorelei. It is an American name meaning beautiful lake., - A girl's name of Spanish and Latin origin meaning blue, envious. It sounds like live, and I associate the ocean with life. The month of, was named after him, and also works as a variation of Augustus. and the title of a popular song by the Lumineers. It is a shortened version of the name Margaret or Margareta, which derives from the Greek word for pearl. Pearls are lovely products of the ocean that are widely used as decorations and accessories for mermaids. It means to check, or to restrain.. Variations include, This is a Latin name that means clear, and bright. This could be taken several ways. The name Essence means aura., This name comes from the Spanish word felicitas, which means luck and good fortune. Felicitatious is the French word for congratulations. Overall, the name generally means happy.. Mermaids are often known to drag humans down into the depths of the ocean, killing them in the process. WebMerfolk or merpeople are legendary water-dwelling human-like beings. Many of these names have some spiritual or mystical elements to them making them sound like mermaid names. There was also a Welsh privateer of the Caribbean named Sir Henry Morgan (Captain Morgan rum is named after him). Their children are also able to live and breathe underwater. , is a beautiful sounding name that means flow. Flowing is the motion of bodies of water like rivers, seas, and streams. Desiree- This is a French name that means desired. Mermaids are highly desired creatures, subject to hunts by sailors. It symbolizes death and rebirth. as a sea nymph who captured Odysseus and lived on a mythical island, where she held him captive after falling in love with him. Its just like in. Sierra is a Spanish word for mountain and indicates strength. A centuries-old mummified "mermaid" that scientists recently revealed to be a gruesome doll of animal parts is even weirder than previously thought, new findings show. - Pronounced fray-uh. Freyja is Old Norse for lady and is the name of a Norse goddess. Chelsea- A female name of Old English origin. Its full of creatures, and it makes me feel alive. . She is deeply rooted in the ancient traditions and culture of the coastal Southeastern Nigerians. She has red hair just like Ariel. Sirenity- This name has siren in it, which is another word for mermaid. 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