Female and male names starting with the letter "E" .
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ELDIE
MasculineUnique name of unknown origin with no widely accepted meaning. It has been used as both a boys' and girls' name throughout history, sometimes as a shortened form of longer names like Eldred or Eldora, but often independently.
ELDIE
FeminineIrish-origin name derived from the surname O'Dea, meaning "descendant of David".
ELDIN
MasculineSlavic name of Yugoslavian origin meaning "noble" or "wise".
ELDINA
FeminineUnique name of unknown origin and meaning, believed to be either derived from Welsh 'Eluned' meaning 'harmony', or Italian 'Elda' meaning 'noble'. Despite its unclear history and lack of notable bearers, Eldina's rarity and mystery make it appealing to parents seeking distinctive names for their daughters.
ELDINE
FeminineRare, Scandinavian name derived from Old Norse elements 'æl' meaning elf and 'vinr' meaning friend, translating to "elf friend.
ELDION
MasculineUnique unisex given name with unknown origin, lacking established cultural or linguistic roots. Its rarity makes it an appealing choice for parents seeking distinctive names with room for personal interpretation.
ELDO
MasculineUncommon yet significant Italian name derived from 'aldo', meaning 'noble' or 'wise', carrying ancient roots and historical precedent.
ELDON
MasculineEnglish name of Old English origin that translates to "old hill", derived from the words "eald" meaning old or ancient, and "dun" referring to a hill.
ELDON
FeminineEnglish given name derived from Old English "eald" meaning old and "dun" meaning hill, signifying 'old hill'.
ELDONA
FeminineUncommon female name of unknown origin, possibly derived from Old English 'eald' meaning old and 'dun' meaning hill.
ELDONNA
FeminineRare English given name with an unclear origin; some suggest it might derive from Old English 'eald' (old) and '-dona', yet this is unconfirmed. It has gained recent popularity likely due to its unique sound and scarcity, as only a few babies have been named Eldonna each year in the U.S. since 1960.
ELDOR
MasculineNordic name derived from Old Norse elements meaning "noble glory," associated with dwarves guarding golden apples in Norse mythology.
ELDORA
FeminineUnique and elegant Greek name that means "gift from the elders," symbolizing respect, honor, and tradition.
ELDORIS
FeminineRare but significant Latin-derived name meaning 'noble' or 'generous,' popular among Roman nobility throughout history and worn by notable figures like Eldoris of Ravenna.
ELDRA
FeminineUnique given name of unknown origin, offering flexibility in pronunciation and meaning.
ELDRA
MasculineRare Norwegian name derived from Old Norse elements meaning 'old bear', symbolizing strength and longevity, with roots in ancient Scandinavian mythology.
ELDRED
FeminineAncient English name derived from 'æld' (old) and 'hryð' (shield), signifying "protector of the aged". It was popular in medieval England and introduced via Normandy post-1066, with variations like Aldred and Alred also used amongst nobility. Today, Eldred is rare but unique, offering historical charm for both boys and girls.
ELDRED
MasculineEnglish male given name derived from Old English words "æled" meaning "noble" or "wealthy," and "rēden" meaning "counsel" or "protection," signifying "noble counsel" or "rich protector.
ELDREDGE
MasculineUncommon English given name derived from an Old English surname meaning 'ancient clearing'.
ELDREN
MasculineWelsh unisex name derived from "elder," meaning "noble" or "older.
ELDRIC
MasculineAnglo-Saxon name derived from the Old English elements "æld" (old/noble) and "rīc" (power/rich), signifying someone powerful or noble. Popular among the Anglo-Saxons in medieval England, Eldric's usage has declined since, making it a rare but intriguing choice today.
ELDRICH
MasculineEldrich: Germanic origin, Old English 'eald' (old) + 'ric' (power). Popularized by H.P. Lovecraft in his Cthulhu Mythos stories. Rare today, evokes literary associations.
ELDRICK
MasculineDistinctive male name of African American origin, derived from 'Elder' (older or wise) and 'Rick' (a shortened form of Richard meaning strong). Popularized by golfer Tiger Woods, its creator Earl Woods Sr. intended to honor Black community leaders.
ELDRID
FeminineRare Norse feminine given name, derived from "aldr" (old) and "búi" (dweller), meaning 'dweller of the old'.
ELDRID
MasculineDistinctively Scandinavian name derived from the Old Norse elements 'aldr' (age) and 'fríðr' (beautiful), meaning "beauty of old age".
ELDRIDGE
MasculineEnglish surname and given name with Old English origins, meaning "old power" or "ancient strength", likely bestowed upon wise and experienced individuals or brave warriors.
ELDRIGE
MasculineEldridge is an English name derived from Old English elements "aeld" meaning "old" or "noble", and "ric" meaning "power". It translates to "noble ruler" or "strong old one", reflecting wisdom, strength, and nobility.
ELDRIN
MasculineDistinctive Welsh name derived from 'elder', meaning 'to shine'.
ELDWIN
MasculineRare Germanic name meaning "old friend," derived from Old English elements "æld" and "wine.
ELDYN
MasculineRare Scottish boy's name derived from "Eilean Donn", meaning "island of brown".
ELE
FeminineThe name Ele is Greek in origin and means 'sun'.
ELEA
FeminineGreek-origin name meaning "sun," derived from Helios, the personification of the sun in Greek mythology.
ELEAH
FeminineDistinctive Hebrew feminine name that translates to "God is my light.
ELEAN
MasculineGreek-derived name meaning 'olive tree,' symbolizing peace, wisdom, and fertility.
ELEAN
FeminineGreek-derived feminine given name meaning "torch" or "shining light," derived from the Greek word for olive tree, symbolizing peace and prosperity.
ELEANA
FeminineGreek feminine name meaning "torch" or "corposant," deriving from the ancient Greek word "Ἑλένη".
ELEANAR
FeminineEleenaar is a distinctive name of Welsh origin derived from the French name Alienor, brought to France by Eleanor of Aquitaine, a prominent medieval figure known for her intelligence, courage, and political acumen.
ELEANE
FeminineEleane, of Greek origin, means 'olive tree' and is associated with peace, prosperity, abundance, wisdom, and courage.
ELEANER
FeminineRare, elegant Greek name meaning "torch" or "shining light", derived from the word "elaia" for olive tree, with historical associations to mythology and literature.
ELEANNA
FeminineUnique Greek name derived from Helena, meaning 'torch' or 'light', popularized by Helen of Troy.