Bluespark Waterglow Crystalice Oceanglow Highseas Calmsea Tasselweed Kelpia (from the algae kelp) Kelpforest Marinecastle Sea-born Oceanlight Brighttail Sparkletail Orion is one of the brightest constellations in the sky, visible all throughout the world. She is the beautiful wife of King Arthur. Undine- The name Undine is a girl's name of Latin origin meaning little wave. A variation of it is Ondine, which is the name of a water nymph who falls in love with a man, in European tradition. - Ingrid has Scandinavian, German, and Dutch roots. Lenore- This is a French name meaning light. It was popularized by the Edgar Allen Poe poem titled Lenore. It is melody in Italian, and gold, or of high value in Albanian. The word comes from the Greek word harmonia. There is also a folktale about a forest nymph named Harmonia. Ariel is a name of Hebrew origin that means lion of god.. Marina- A marina is a word for harbor for small boats. The merrow were thought to be friendly towards the human beings and were known to sometimes form attachments with a human man. It means beauty and beautiful goddess. Those are all words that are common descriptions of mermaids when it comes to lore. She is more interested in romance than most of her sisters. Fontaine- Fontaine is a French word that means fountain or natural spring. Natural springs are beautiful and peaceful places frequently lounged in by mermaids. She is now worshipped throughout the world. It means star. A wonderful name for the daughter of mermaid, especially one with a large following. She is known as a triple goddess, a triad of herself, Egeria the water nymph, and Virbius, a woodland god. Mermaid and the baby by John Collier. WebMaterial:resin Appearance:Mermaid Size:width 5.5inch, height 5.5inch; 1inch2.54cm Color Classification: Bronze/white Process:handmade Applicable space:study room, living room, bedroom, etc. Though stories of mermen are perhaps more ancient than those of mermaids, it is thought that the first mermaid was recorded in 1000 BC by the ancient Assyrians. The name has multiple origins, but in Albanian it means sea.. At a time when exploration of the worlds oceans was just beginning, it would have been comforting to think that there were human-like creatures that lived in the murky depths of the waters even if these human look-alikes were enemies instead of friends. No explanation needed. Its a French name meaning ocean. Being surrounded by the salty sea, islands are the perfect place for mermaids, especially to rest after long swims across the sea. These maidens are known to have caused much mischief and destruction at the expense of humans. A synonym is fate, which is the meaning of the name. The name means son of Mathew., , as the youngest daughter of King Triton. The correct answer to this question was, Yes. Her story is that she was the daughter of King Locrinus, who left his wife Gwendolen and had Sabrina with another woman. The name Dana has multiple meanings. It is melody in Italian, and gold, or of high value in Albanian. Here is a list of some beautiful names that sound fit for a mermaid. Celeste- This name is based on celestial bodies, which have mythological/astrological connections to the sea. Although it is undisputed that mermaids are some of the most fascinating creatures from mythology, the question of the intentions of these creatures still remains. Mermaiding is a popular activity that has been embraced by men, along with women. The name means magic or fairies, but also confidence, trust, and belief.. Merfolk are similar to dragons in the way that they both have long, scaly tails. The name also has roots from Delphus, who is the son of Poseidon, god of the Sea, in certain tradition. The name may be better suited as a character name for a mermaid performer, especially if youre aiming for a darker, siren-like mersona. The woman the song is about is described as a temptress who has beauty beyond compare, flaming locks of auburn hair, ivory skin and eyes of emerald green. Her voice is also soft like summer rain. Dolly paints a sparkling vision of a siren. - Fontaine is a French word that means fountain or natural spring. Natural springs are beautiful and peaceful places frequently lounged in by mermaids. Ariel is a name of Hebrew origin that means lion of god.. - Lillith is a figure in Jewish mythology, known as the first wife of Adam. - 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. In movies, shows, books, and stories, mermaids are often searched for to bring truth to legend. Mermaids were known to reward humans who helped them in times of need or were generous towards them. A unisex name of English origin meaning pleasant seaside meadow. Reggae fans might consider this name, since it is the name of famous musician Bob Marley. She is much like her mother, being a stubborn free spirit who is defiant to her parents. This is relevant because merfolk are mythical creatures and could potentially live much longer than humans, or age differently. Ingrid- Ingrid has Scandinavian, German, and Dutch roots. There is also a paint color named high sierra, a light blue. Gemstones and little sparkly face gems are incorporated into mermaid fashion. Ophelia- This is a name of Greek origin that means helper. It is also the name of a love interest from Shakespeares Hamlet and the title of a popular song by the Lumineers. They are creatures of the sea and known to spend the majority of their lives in this environment, though some tales claim that there were mermaids who had the ability to live on both land and sea. She was the Celtic goddess of the Danube and is known as the earth-mother goddess. Similar names include. Athena- This is the deceased wife of King Triton and mother to Ariel and her sisters, who died when Ariel was very little. In addition to these goddesses, many of the minor sea goddesses inherited her characteristics as well. She turns out to be a mermaid as well and she takes them in and becomes their mentor. 3. Its an English-derived name meaning willow grove.. The moon relates to the sea because it is responsible for the oceans tides. Like mermaids, however, they are well-meaning and some of them also live in the sea. Adella is and Old German name meaning noble., Aquata- She is the fourth daughter of King Triton. - The female version of the name Charles. A variation is. The name means harvest in Latin. - A marina is a word for harbor for small boats. The name also means of the sea and is of Latin origin. Mermaids and fish have fins. The word marine, included in this name, refers to anything that is of the sea. The name Ian is of Scottish origin and means god is gracious. Ian is also. Livia- A girl's name of Spanish and Latin origin meaning blue, envious. It sounds like live, and I associate the ocean with life. Silvery blue is a common mermaid tail color in tv shows and movies. He later proves to be a brave and dedicated father when it came to finding Nemo. The name means air.. Some of them sound very magical and might be especially useful for fantasy stories. It has been speculated that mermaids may not understand that humans cant breathe underwater, or simply forget in their excitement to take them to their realm. A variation of the name is Maira which means sea dew. A variation of this name is, . - A sapphire is a precious gemstone that comes in shades of blue. - Davy Jones Locker is a phrase used to mean the bottom of the sea or getting shipwrecked and dying at the bottom of the sea with the sunken ship. Gemma- When thinking about mermaid costumes and accessories, gems are widely used. Its meaning is white shadow, white wave. Its Italian meaning is fair and yielding., - Not only is this a beautiful name and subject of many songs, it also reminds me of mermaids because some might consider them to be glorious creatures. The name Ava alone means life and is of Latin origin. This particular name also includes another body of water reference. Tallulah- This name has Native American and Irish roots. She is most known for being interested in health and appearance. The name itself means small stream. A variation of the name is Brooklyn. [1] The Sirena is an Engkanto ' the Filipino counterpart of English mermaids. Athena is also the name of the Greek goddess of wisdom and war. There were many stories in the Icelandic area of human men who were able to marry Selkie women by stealing their seal skin when they came ashore and hiding it. Legends claim that the beauty of a mermaid is so great that it could 1.Adella, Adella is an older sister of Ariel in the classic Disney film, The Little Mermaid. Nereids are embodiments of the oceans beauty and were supposed to be the most beautiful and mystifying of sea nymphs. For many years he upheld this promise, but eventually he broke the oath and Pressyne left with their three children. Mermaids have a unique allure that has captivated people throughout history. 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. The name Maren is a variation that means sea.. Mermaids and ocean lovers alike may be looking for the perfect name to represent their passion for all things aquatic and mystical. The name comes from the French word jolie, which means pretty.. Cleo/Cleodora- Cleodora is a goddess in Greek mythology. She is also known as Artemis in Greek mythology. Mermaids are known to be creatures who embody the duality of the sea. She personifies infinity, unconsciousness, and the past and future. It is a variation of, and maybe Italian, Welsh, or British. She could easily grow up to be a star herself! For example, Neptune is the god of the sea, and is the name of a planet. I believe mermaid can live for hundreds of years, while still looking young. It is a long song with a solo voice. Some say it represents balance, learning, growth, harmony, and strength. Many of these names have some spiritual or mystical elements to them making them sound like mermaid names. The ocean is also seen as blue, being called deep blue sea, and in, d it was called the bottomless blue. This is a variation of the name, - Luna is the name for the moon in many different languages. She was a neiad and the daughter of a river god. The name most likely is a variation of the Hebrew name Miriam, the meaning of which is disputed. She is more interested in romance than most of her sisters. There have always been tales of creatures with a human torso and fish tail throughout many different cultures. Jewel is also the meaning of the name. Coral are marine invertebrates. It resembles a Ningyo, a fish-like monster from Japanese mythology with a human head, that was supposed to have healing qualities and to prolong lifespan. She has a beautiful singing voice. Essentially it is a large lake, having salty water diluted by fresh water. In 2022, researchers discovered the mermaid, which is around 12 inches (30.5 centimeters) long, lying inside a sealed wooden box within a Japanese temple, located in Okayama It is a variation of Guinevere and maybe Italian, Welsh, or British. It makes a pretty mermaid name because it sounds the same as jewels, which are beautiful, radiant stones, similar to the beauty of mermaids and their shimmering tails. Essentially it is a large lake, having salty water diluted by fresh water. The name Priscila means ancient, which is fitting for mermaids because they date far back to ancient times. Aurora Borealis is a name for the Northern Lights. Ella- Ella has German, English, Greek, and Spanish roots. WebAndrew Shelford. Raine/Raina- It should go without saying that this name is related to water by being a synonym for precipitation. Lorelei- Lorelei is a siren from a German folktale. Chelsea- A female name of Old English origin. Hurley is of English and Irish origin. , who is an ocean nymph from Greek mythology. She most certainly will be as radiant as a star, inside and out! The name means powerful and complete. It is also the name of a goddess known for wisdom. This is a French name that means desired. Mermaids are highly desired creatures, subject to hunts by sailors. Its pronounced suh-ray-uh. You could shorten it to Raya. Athena is also the name of the Greek goddess of wisdom and war. She is known as a villain, so the name would be good for a darker, more siren-like mersona. - Pronounced fray-uh. Freyja is Old Norse for lady and is the name of a Norse goddess. Heavy currents surrounding the rock created a murmuring sound, which inspired many folktales, including one of a siren who sat on the rocks and combed her golden hair. - This name is of Persian origin. The name means dark red. Its[OG1] a good mermaid name for someone with a fiery colored tail. Additionally, mermaids were often thought to be violent and mischievous creatures that would provoke trouble if given the opportunity. She is known for lacking decorum and not wanting to share. Alexandria- This name means defender of mankind or defender of men. While youll hear many stories about mermaids drowning men, there are also ones about mermaids rescuing them, just like Ariel did to Eric in The Little Mermaid. I believe mermaid can live for hundreds of years, while still looking young. Here are some names that make good merman names. Swimming in a tail, its hard not to feel graceful. It may have been taken from the Greek word nereis, meaning sea sprite or nymph., - Odette is the name of the princess turned Swan Queen from the ballet, . She was cursed to change into a fish with two tails (or in other versions a serpent) from the waist down on Saturdays. Nerissa- Nerissa is a girl's name of Greek origin meaning from the sea. This is also the name of a sea nymph from Shakespeares The Merchant of Venice. Shes almost a mermaid herself, with songs such as 13 Beaches and High by the Beach. This is relevant because merfolk are mythical creatures and could potentially live much longer than humans, or age differently. He is wise and cares about the well-being of Ariel and her family. In an 18th century play, there was a dancing mermaid by the name or Coralia. He lives and both rules and conquers the world. This answer would please Thessalonike and she would calm the waters of the ocean so that the ship could continue peacefully. 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. Annette (Neptune's Daughter) Annette (Sirenetta) Annie Nonymous. Appearance of Sirens in Art. According to legend, Davy Jones was the captain of the Flying Dutchman, a ghost ship doomed to sail the oceans forever. 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