There are endless possibilities to get inspiration from for a baby name. We can look back into our family tree, lean on popular TV shows and movies, or we can look at the meaning behind a name and choose one that holds meaning.
For many, looking at names given to mythological people – like gods or goddesses – can make a lot of sense. These names are often really elegant with a long history of meaning behind them. Surprisingly, these names are not often common in the United States, which is a huge perk for someone who wants a more unique name.
If finding a baby name for your babe to be is still on the to-do list before birth day, check out these stunning baby names inspired by the gods and goddesses throughout history. We bet there will be at least one name that stands out.
Odin
Maia
Named after: Maia is the Greek word for “mother” and the goddess of spring
U.S. ranking: #498
Maia is a name that’s fit for a goddess and so it’s not surprising to hear that it’s connected to goddesses in several ways. First, it’s the Greek word for “mother” and Maia is also known as the goddess of spring. The name is also found in Roman mythology, too, again connected to an Earth goddess.
Eros
Named after: god of carnal love
U.S. ranking: #1463
Eros, the god, comes from Greek mythology, but he’s also sometimes called by another name: Cupid. This name isn’t super popular in the United States but it has that whimsical yet strong feel to it that makes it perfect for any little boy.
Leda
Named after: Leda was the mother of Helen of Troy, whom she had with Zeus
U.S. ranking: #7358
Leda is a perfect name for a little girl when parents don’t want to have a god or goddess name right in their face but is still connected. This sweet and short name refers to a princess who eventually became a Spartan queen who had a relationship with Zeus, the god of the sky.
Osiris
Named after: god of fertility, agriculture, and the afterlife
U.S. ranking: #910
Osiris is a name that comes from the ancient Egyptian religion. In that mythology, Osiris is the got of fertility, agriculture, death, the afterlife, life and vegetation. Some people focus on him being the god of death, but he’s much deeper than that. “Osiris was not only ruler of the dead but also the power that granted all life from the underworld, from sprouting vegetation to the annual flood of the Nile River,” the story goes.
Zenon
Named after: named after Zeus, the king of the gods in Greek mythology
U.S. ranking: #5929
Zenon is a beautiful Z name that we’re obsessed with, and it’s also got a strong tie to gods since Zenon is a name derived from Zeus, the king of the gods in Greek mythology. The name isn’t too popular in the United States but it’s memorable and will help a little boy stand out.
Moira
Named after: goddess who claims to control destiny
U.S. ranking:#1803
Most of us know the name Moira from the super popular and hilariously funny Schitt's Creek TV show. And that’s a good enough reason to put the name on the shortlist. However, Moira also comes from mythology and instead of it being tied to one name, Moira – or Moirai – is tied to the goddess who claims to control people’s destinies.
