70 Gothic Baby Girl Names That Are Intriguing

The eerie charm of gothic names is enchantingly dark.

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Gothic might evoke images of black clothing and dark make-up, but Gothic baby girl names symbolize more than just a fashion statement. They come from a group of people known as the Goths, who were a Germanic tribe known for their contribution to the fall of the Western Roman Empire. Gothic names could be traced back as early as the 3rd century in Scythia (1). These names were found in Roman records as early as the 4th century. However, with the incoming Muslim conquest of Hispania, the Gothic tradition started to disperse. The language of the Gothic people is now extinct. It is the only Eastern Germanic language with a collection of written texts. So, if you are a parent who likes unique names that would make your child stand out, why not go for a Gothic name? Older Gothic names bear a few similarities with Germanic names in composition. They are also composed of two nymic elements known as duonymic names. Traditional Gothic names often had contrasting meanings that made no sense. For example, Frithugais, meaning ‘peace spear,’ or Frithubadws, meaning ‘peace war,’ have opposite meanings. Longer Gothic names were often shortened; for instance, Gaina, the contracted form of Gaisananths. Some shorter names were also identified by the -a or -ja suffixes, and diminutives were created with suffixes like -ila or -ika (2). Gothic can refer to a medieval art and architecture movement and Gothic fiction. This literary genre gave rise to the modern association of the term with horror and romantic elements. Thus, current Gothic names are distinctly different from traditional ones. These names have mystical connotations and share Greek, Slavic, Latin, and German roots, along with Gothic. Explore the realm of Gothic baby girl names in our list and choose the one that resonates most with your toddler.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Wren	Girl	A bird
Amalia	Girl	Vigorous; Industrious; Brave
Zella	Girl	Lacking nothing; Young warrior
Millicent	Girl	Strong; Vigorous; Courageous
Seraphine	Girl	Order of fiery angels; Burning ones
Amalie	Girl	Hardworking; Industrious; Laborious; Brave
Tierney	Girl	Lord; Descendant of Tighearnach
Vanity	Girl	Inflated in pride
Ysabelle	Girl	Consecrated to God
Izora	Girl	Dawn

Trista	Girl	Sorrow
Velika	Girl	The falling one
Lucretia	Girl	Wealth
Quintella	Girl	Female derivative of Quintus; Fifth
Amalee	Girl	Vigorous; Brave; Unceasing
Amalea	Girl	Hardworking; Industrious; Laborious
Maleficent	Girl	She who is productive of harm or evil
Zetta	Girl	Seven
Qadira	Girl	Powerful
Iolana	Girl	Soaring like a hawk

Joliette	Girl	Pretty
Raelinn	Girl	A variant of Rachel, a beautiful lamb
Emeraude	Girl	Emerald
Caera	Girl	Beloved; Friend; Field
Zakira	Girl	Remembrance
Alvira	Girl	Dearly loved; Truly foreign; Truly lively; Gift of God
Alvera	Girl	Variant of Elvira; Dearly loved; Gothic; True to all; Truly foreign; Truly lively
Alvara	Girl	An army of warrior elves who protect the universe like a guardian
Artemia	Girl	The moon goddess
Bernia	Girl	The angel in armor

Ceiridwen	Girl	A fair woman
Celosia	Girl	The burning flame
Druilla	Girl	Elfin vision
Eirisse	Girl	A variant of Iris; Rainbow
Emmeranne	Girl	Raven
Ennata	Girl	Goddess
Eventide	Girl	The time of evening; Evening
Feronia	Girl	Goddess of the forests
Fleurdelice	Girl	Lily flower
Galsuenda	Girl	Strong singing

Gehenna	Girl	New Testament version of hell
Hellebore	Girl	Name of a flower that blooms in the middle of winter
Hesperia	Girl	The evening star
Ianira	Girl	Enchantress
Isolabella	Girl	The beautiful, lonely one
Jevera	Girl	Life
Kolfinna	Girl	A white lady
Lechsinska	Girl	Woodland spirit
Magena	Girl	The coming moon
Musette	Girl	The child of the Muses

Myvanwy	Girl	The rare one
Nightshade	Girl	A poisonous purple flower
Ordelia	Girl	Elf's spear
Sanctity	Girl	Holiness
Sardonyx	Girl	The gemstone onyx; A red version
Seiran	Girl	Sparkling
Semyazza	Girl	A fallen Christian angel.
Shabriri	Girl	Jewish demon of blindness
Tempesta	Girl	Storm
Tizane	Girl	A gypsy

Tourmaline	Girl	Colored crystals
Turaya	Girl	Star
Ulva	Girl	She-wolf
Ursulette	Girl	Female bear cub
Venette	Girl	Woman of Venice
Vespera	Girl	The evening star
Wanette	Girl	The pale one
Xaverie	Girl	Female version of Xavier; The new house
Yolanthe	Girl	Strong
Zephirah	Girl	Dawn

Gothic baby girl names have been derived from the Gothic people, who were a Germanic tribe. The traces of Gothic names have existed since the 3rd and 4th centuries. However, their tradition of names started declining with the Islamic invasion. Traditional Gothic names share similarities with Germanic names, but modern Ones have more mystical, mythical, spiritual, religious, and romantic elements. So, if you are looking for some unique names for your daughter, our list of Gothic names is for you.

Infographic: Mystical Gothic Baby Girl Names

Gothic girl names have an aura of mystery and much historical depth. Taken from the extinct language of the Goths and inspired by Victorian Gothic literature, these names stand out for their distinctiveness. The infographic below presents a compilation of feminine Gothic names and their meanings. Take a moment to explore them; you might find some unique ones for your daughter.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are some Gothic baby girl names related to beauty or elegance?

Seraphina is derived from the biblical word seraphim, which means 'fiery ones,' and symbolizes ethereal, angelic beauty. Belinda translates to 'beautiful' and 'tender' and represents grace and delicateness. Lilith derived from the Akkadian term lilitu, means 'of the night' and is often associated with the mystery and beauty of darkness.

2. Which Gothic baby girl name is related to wisdom or intelligence?

Minerva, possibly derived from the Latin term mens, means 'intellect.' The Roman goddess of wisdom and war shares the name and carries positive connotations, including power, knowledge, and strategic thinking.

3. What are some Gothic baby girl names related to royalty or nobility?

Guinevere, meaning 'fair one,' relates to the legendary queen of Arthurian tales. Jezebel, translating to 'pure,' is associated with the condemned queen of Israel. Morrigan means 'great queen' and is related to Irish history. Titania draws inspiration from Shakespeare's fairy queen, and Xenobia, meaning 'of Zeus,' links to a Syrian queen who conquered Egypt.

4. What are some Gothic baby girl names that have a meaning related to the moon or stars?

Selene means 'moon' and is the name of the Greek goddess of the moon. Danika, a variant of Danica, signifies 'morning star' or 'venus.' Luna, inspired by the Roman goddess of the moon, and Astra, meaning 'star' in Greek, are some Gothic names associated with the celestial bodies or the night sky.

5. What are some Gothic baby girl names linked to music or the arts?

Melody (pleasant musical tune), Sonata (musical composition), Harmony (pleasing combination of sounds, and Cadence (referring to beat in music) are some elegant baby girl names that reflect the creative and artistic aspects of Gothic culture.

6. What are some Gothic baby girl names related to nature?

Rose (associated with the rose plant), Briar (referring to a thorny bush adorned with wild roses), Ursula (meaning she-bear), Wren (a specific avian species), and Xylia (meaning one who dwells in the woods) are some attractive Gothic names that connect to nature and its beauty.

7. Which Gothic baby girl names are inspired by famous Gothic novels or movies?

Carmilla from Sheridan Le Fanu's novel 'Carmilla' and Lenore from Edgar Allan Poe's poem 'The Raven' are classic examples of baby girl names inspired by famous Gothic literature. Some more titles in this category include Esmeralda from Victor Hugo's French Gothic novel 'The Hunchback of Notre Dame and Ophelia from Shakespeare's 'Hamlet.'

References

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Charles C. Mierow; (1908); The Origin and Deeds of the Goths.
https://ia802803.us.archive.org/29/items/origindeedsofgot00jorduoft/origindeedsofgot00jorduoft.pdf
Gothic Name Elements.
https://www.scribd.com/document/154228986/Gothic-Name-Elements

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