There are so many places where parents can look to find baby name inspiration. Some look to nature to find the perfect name, others sift through their family trees for names that hold a history. Some families like to look into their religion, spirituality, or beliefs and narrow down their name choices from there — including Paganism Wiccan, and witchcraft. According to the Learn Religions website, there are a lot of questions about witchcraft, Wiccan, and Paganism — and while they may be lumped into the same thing for some, they have key differences.
The site explains it like this, "in a nutshell, here's what's going on. All Wiccans are witches, but not all witches are Wiccans. All Wiccans are Pagans, but not all Pagans are Wiccans." Adding, "Finally, some witches are Pagans, but some are not — and some Pagans practice witchcraft, while others choose not to."
There are a lot of beautiful "witchy" baby names to sift through to find the baby name that sings to the heart strings. Not necessarily names that are inspired by fictional or real witches, but names that are common or more favored by people who consider themselves witches, Wiccans, or Pagans. For those who still haven't settled on a name, we've rounded up 20 witchy baby names for parents who want their kid to stand out.
ROWAN
According to Baby Name Wizard, Rowan is a name that is growing in popularity over the past few decades. The name, which means "little red-haired one" has been used for boys and its popularity is on the rise when considered as a name for a girl, too. It's a great choice since it's on the shorter end and not too popular.
ACANTHA
If finding a name that is more unusual is what the parents are looking for, Acantha is a fitting choice. Acantha, typically used for a little girl, means "thorn" or "prickle" according to Nameberry. It's a Greek name, so if there's some family connection there, it can be a great option.
FINN
A short and sweet boys' name, Finn has a peaceful feel to it likely because it's on the shorter side — and it's also rooted in Pagan history. According to Baby Name Wizard, Finn is another form of the Irish spelling, Fionn, which means "fair, white, clear" and its popularity is on the rise, so we will start to see this more often.
JADE
According to Baby Name Wizard, the baby name Jade has been rising in popularity over the past few decades. The name is a direct nod to the semiprecious gemstone and according to Charms of Light, there is a deep connection to protection and attraction to good luck with the gem, so why not the name?
AIDAN
Another name that can be used for any gender, Aidan also has several ways it could be spelled — including Aiden, Ayden, and Aydan. The name, according to Baby Name Wizard, translates to mean " little fiery one" which has a connection witches and some known practices of the beliefs.
AMETHYST
The beautiful quartz that is the gemstone amethyst serves as a ethereal name option for a little girl. It's a light purple color that's been used in healing and for magic. According to Charms of Light, an amethyst "guards against psychic attack, transmuting the energy into love and protecting the wearer from all types of harm, including geopathic or electromagnetic stress and ill wishes from others."
RAVEN
Wiccan culture is rooted in nature and this name, given to a little girl, is inspired by the majestic bird. The raven, according to Wicca Spirituality, holds significant meaning. The site explains, "Raven naturally has great knowledge and Power to effect transformations." The bird is also thought to be able to "move between worlds."
CORAL
Coral is a sweet name for a little girl, and it holds a lot of meaning for those who believe in healing powers of gems, quartz, and minerals in the world. According to Charms of Light, "Coral represents diplomacy and concurrence." The site continues, "It quiets the emotions and brings peace to within the self. Facilitates intuition, imagination, and visualization. Coral expedites and accelerates the transfer of knowledge."
AARON
The name Aaron is traditionally used for boys and is that perfect mix of not too popular, but not totally unusual either. The name translates to mean "the exalted one" according to Baby Name Wizard and "enlightened" which is a powerful meaning for someone looking for a deep connection to the name.
RUBY
Most of us know of Ruby for the sweet little girl name, but it's inspired by the beautiful red-pink gemstone. According to Charms of Light, "Ruby encourages passion and a zest for life. It improves motivation and setting of realistic goals and balances the heart and instills confidence."
FORREST
There is so much symbolism that comes into play when a person is looking for a Wiccan inspired baby name. Forests hold a lot of power and magic in Wiccan and Pagan beliefs, and it's a great option to consider for a baby boy's name. Typically, when it comes to a first name, the preferred spelling is with an extra "r."
TOPAZ
Topaz is a quirky name option for a little girl — but it could definitely work for a little boy as well. The name comes from the gemstone that's either a yellow or a blue and it holds healing powers, according to Charms of Light. "Topaz soothes, heals, stimulates, recharges, re-motivates and aligns the meridians of the body — directing energy to where it is needed most," the site notes. "It promotes truth and forgiveness."
MOON
Some names are really nontraditional and most parents wouldn't consider them. But that doesn't mean a name should be off limits. Moon, while not really a common name for a baby, is an option if finding a Wiccan name is important. There's a lot of mythology and beliefs held in the moon and its powers.
OPAL
There are a lot of gem and stone names that speak to people who are looking for a strong and meaningful name. They hold a lot of healing properties, according to their beliefs. According to Charms of Light, opal "is an emotional stone and reflects the mood of the wearer. It intensifies emotions and releases inhibitions. Encourages both freedom and independence."
SAGE
The name Sage can be used for any gender and it holds a deep importance for people of the Wiccan or Pegan faith. According to Baby Name Wizard, the name comes from the herb, which is "regarded by many to have special healing and cleansing properties."
RIVER
When we hear the word "river" we know it to be the body of water, but it's also a baby name that is growing in popularity over the past few decades. Since it's got a deep tie to nature, this name is perfectly fitting for a family who wants to find a Pagan connection for their little bundle of joy.
BLADE
This isn't a common baby name at all, but it's a great option for parents who find a connection to the grass or to protection. The name is more typically used for little boys, but there's zero reason why it can't be given to a little girl, too.
EVANDER
Evander is a twist to the name we most often hear — Evan. The name, given to little boys, means "bow warrior; strong man" according to Nameberry. Given its strong connection to protecting, it's a solid option for parents who are looking to hold that meaning close to their baby.
SILVER
A gorgeous name option that can work for any gender, Silver is inspired by the precious metal. According to Charms of Light, Silver "assists in increasing perception and helps to regulate emotional and intuitive energies. It provides for a very strong connection between the physical and astral bodies."
PAGAN
The name is a little on the nose for someone looking for a "witchy" name with a deep connection, but it shouldn't be written of just because of that. The name, according to The Bump, means "country dweller" and has fallen out of favor over the past few decades because it's more closely known by the faith.
