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Congrats on your parenthood! If you’re here, the chances are, you are expecting your little bundle of joy on the way, or they have already arrived in your arms. Whatever be the case, one of the first duties of a parent (and an exciting one) is the process of finding a name.
We’ve curated a list of weather-inspired names, so let’s give you a disclaimer — these names are unique, lovely, and powerful, much like what nature is! Weather-inspired names are special because every time you witness a change in the skies, it fills you with awe and wonder! Just the way your baby does, isn’t it? So, without waiting any longer, let’s get started with a bunch of glorious weather-inspired baby names:
Soleil
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You’ll have to pronounce this as soh-lay. Soleil is a French name, and it essentially means sun. It is the perfect name for a baby that is born in the summer. Soleil can be a gender-neutral name, so it works no matter if you’ve had a baby boy or a baby girl. Another alternative for Soleil, and one that is a lot more popular, is Sunny. Both Soleil and Sunny are charming, warm, and friendly names. It reminds us of the glorious sun and the warmth it portrays. It also has a powerful touch to it.
Indra
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If you’re Indian, you’d have come across this name. But for the rest of the world, it is as unique as it can get. According to Hindu mythology, Indra is a powerful deity who controls the rain and the skies. In the Rig Veda, Indra is known to be a warrior who is strong and powerful. What’s interesting about this name is that, although according to its Hindu roots it is the name of a male deity, today, a lot more women have this name, as opposed to men. In addition to being the name of a God, it also means “beauty and splendor” in Sanskrit.
Aurora
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We won’t be surprised if you’re thinking about the lovely Disney princess, but this one is also a weather-inspired name. It has Latin roots, and it means “dawn”. According to Roman mythology, Aurora is a Roman goddess. Her tears are believed to be the dew you find in the morning. We love how the name Aurora is so much in tune with nature. Even the glorious Northern Lights share the same name — Aurora Borealis! It’s a lovely name for your little girl, and she’ll love it, considering what a beautiful ring and meaning it has to it.
Storm
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We’re sure the arrival of your little one took your world by storm — considering this, the name Storm seems apt, don’t you think? A lot of people love this name because it denotes a sense of power and force. It is gender-neutral, so if you think your little one has a strong, powerful, and bold personality, then this one has to cut it. A storm paves the way for clear skies and even pretty rainbows — that’s a nice thought behind this beautiful name if you ask us!
Rain
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If you’re someone who loves the rain, or if your baby was born in the monsoon, then what better name could you possibly give to your child? Rain is a unique name, and it also has a variation, Rhayne or Rayne. It works for both baby boys and baby girls. The word rain, in old English, was spelled as “reign”, and we think it is a classic. You could give your child all the reason in the world to get out in the rain and dance to their heart’s content! Also, rain is believed to be of great significance in a lot of regions. For example, the native Americans and Indians believe that rain is a sign of abundance, cleansing, blessings, and removal of all things evil.
Niamh
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If you haven’t heard of this one before, we don’t blame you. It is unique, rare, and lovely. This is an Irish name, and the alternative for it is Neve. According to the Irish, this is the name of the daughter of a mighty sea God. The daughter was known for her beauty and golden hair and was often called “Niamh of the golden hair”. The story goes on to say that she lived in an enchanting land of beauty and magic, in which time flew by — a hundred years would pass by in a matter of weeks. According to its Gaelic roots, Niamh means “bright”. Its variant Neve, in Italian, means “snow”.
As you can see for yourself, all these names are incredibly unique, which is all the more reason why you should consider them! They’re special and exude power. Which one did you like the most? Are there a few you’d like to add? Let us know in the comments section below!
