164 Gothic Baby Names With Meanings

Gothic Revival, also known as Gothic Victorian or Neo-Gothic, was one of the leading trends of the Victorian period. Their love for classic, medieval, and biblical legends and mythology, coupled with the romance of Gothic literature, is found in Gothic baby names. Derived from the Gothic subculture, which found inspiration in the medieval and Victorian eras, these names evoke an other-worldly charm. The names appeal to those seeking an unconventional and enchanting choice for their newborns. The mid-century magazines saw a burst of literature and cinema actresses bearing Gothic names, such as Orinda, Zemira, and Glaphyra. Belonging to the culture that combines romanticism with horror, Gothic names encompass literature, fashion, music, and architecture. In Gothic fiction, the atmosphere is pervaded by mystery or suspense with some supernatural events. This mystical and intriguing atmosphere is reflected in the hauntingly beautiful baby names (1). They have a dark and daring touch, which makes them different from the usual names we hear today. And contrary to what most people perceive, Gothic names are not outlandish or weird. Some are highly wearable. Some of these names are so mainstream that you may not even realize they are Gothic. Whether inspired by mythical creatures, or Gothic fiction, these names offer a diverse range of options, from spooky to powerfully mysterious. In this exploration of Gothic baby names, we delve into a collection of captivating appellations that embody the Gothic culture's enigmatic spirit, making one stand out from the rest. The trend of using Gothic names is not as widespread as in the Victorian period. But that doesn’t mean it has fallen into obscurity. Fans of Gothic literature still prefer these names. Below is our fascinating list of Gothic baby names with meanings that can be considered for your child.

Name		Gender	Meaning
Acanthus		Boy	Thorn
Adalricus		Boy	Noble ruler
Alf		Boy	Noble; Ready; Inspired; Advice; Old peace; Derived from Alfr; Elf; A variant of name Alfonso and Alfie
Alfons		Boy	Variant of Alfonso; Noble; Ready
Alfonsus		Boy	Variant of Alfonso; Noble; Ready
Alfonzo		Boy	Variant of Alfonso; Noble; Ready
Alonso		Boy	Ready for battle; Noble
Alphonsus		Boy	Noble and ready
Althaia		Girl	Healing herb
Alvara		Girl	An army of warrior elves who protect the universe like a guardian
Alvera		Girl	Variant of Elvira; Dearly loved; Gothic; True to all; Truly foreign; Truly lively
Alvira		Girl	Dearly loved; Truly foreign; Truly lively; Gift of God
Amalric		Boy	A born leader filled with power
Ammar		Unisex	Prosperous long life
Anastasia		Girl	Resurrection; Coming again
Anda		Girl	Going; Peace through bravery; Bold protector; Bold journey; A variant of Alexandra
Annabel		Girl	Graceful; Beloved
Artemia		Girl	The moon goddess
Ascelin		Boy	Of the moon
Asmodeus		Boy	Name of a demon
Astaroth		Boy	Name of a demon
Atilla		Boy	Little father; Father
Attila		Boy	Little father; Father
Balor		Boy	The one-eyed giant in Irish mythology
Bellatrix		Girl	Female warrior
Bernia		Girl	The angel in armor
Bram		Boy	Father of a multitude
Caera		Girl	Beloved; Friend; Field
Ceiridwen		Girl	A fair woman
Celosia		Girl	The burning flame
Chimera		Boy	A mythological beast made up of parts of different animals
Claudia		Girl	Differently abled; Closed
Corbin		Boy	Raven
Crow		Boy	The bird crow
Cynfael		Boy	Chief prince
Desdemona		Girl	Misery; Unlucky
Deverell		Boy	From the river bank
Draco		Boy	Dragon; Serpent
Draconia		Unisex	Dire
Druilla		Girl	Elfin vision
Drusilla		Girl	Strong
Drusus		Boy	Strong and sturdy
Dyrk		Boy	One who admires nighttime
Eirisse		Girl	A variant of Iris; Rainbow
Ellamae		Girl	A combination name; One who is true to all
Elsinore		Unisex	Name of Hamlet's castle
Elysium		Boy	The place where heroes in Greek mythology go when they die
Emeraude		Girl	Emerald
Emmeranne		Girl	Raven
Ennata		Girl	Goddess
Eranthe		Girl	Spring flower
Evangeline		Girl	Messenger of good news
Eventide		Girl	The time of evening; Evening
Feronia		Girl	Goddess of the forests
Fleurdelice		Girl	Lily flower
Galsuenda		Girl	Strong singing
Galswinthe		Girl	Strong singing
Gehenna		Girl	New Testament version of hell
Golgotha		Boy	Skull
Gossamer		Boy	The thin substance found in small cobwebs
Griffin		Boy	Strong Lord; Prince
Grimoire		Unisex	Name of the book of incantations, summoning spirits and making medicines.
Hecate		Girl	Far off
Hellebore		Girl	Name of a flower that blooms in the middle of winter
Hemlock		Boy	A poisonous herbaceous plant
Hesperia		Girl	The evening star
Ianira		Girl	Enchantress
Inclementia		Boy	Cruelty
Indigo		Unisex	The dye from India
Iolana		Girl	Soaring like a hawk
Ione		Girl	Violet flower
Ishmael		Boy	God will hear
Isolabella		Girl	The beautiful, lonely one
Israfel		Boy	Name of the angel who blows the horn signaling Judgment day; The burning one
Izora		Girl	Dawn
Jarlen		Boy	Tributary lord
Jevera		Girl	Life
Joliette		Girl	Pretty
Kalon		Boy	Sky
Kolfinna		Girl	A white lady
Lazarus		Boy	God's assistance
Lechsinska		Girl	Woodland spirit
Lothaire		Boy	Famous army
Lovecraft		Unisex	One who is skilled; Strength
Lucretia		Girl	Wealth
Lycidas		Boy	Wolf son
Magena		Girl	The coming moon
Maleficent		Girl	She who is productive of harm or evil
Mephisto		Boy	Renaissance name for Satan.
Morte		Boy	The French word for dead
Musette		Girl	The child of the Muses
Myvanwy		Girl	The rare one
Nephilim		Boy	A term for the race of half-human giants
Nicodemus		Boy	Victory of the people
Nightshade		Girl	A poisonous purple flower
Nocturne		Unisex	Music evoking night
Oberon		Boy	Soul; Purest blood of the heart
Ordelia		Girl	Elf's spear
Ozul		Boy	Shadow
Pagan		Unisex	Rural; Country dweller

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