This list consists of names with water/ocean/mermaid related words in them, names based on mythology, names whose meanings and translations are mermaid/ocean/water related, names based on characters from movies and shows, names that just sound pretty, and merman names, along with a special paragraph about Mermaid Marielle and her newborn baby. In, she is the one who provided Arthur with the sword Excalibur, allowing him to kill Merlin and raise Lancelot. She was thought to have lived in the Aegean sea. It means friend from the sea or handsome friend. It is a highly suitable merman name, given merfolk are said to be beautiful, and they obviously come from the sea, making them friends of the sea. Sebastian is the name of the advisor crab from the Little Mermaid, who follows Ariel around on her adventures in the human world. The name Diana takes its meaning from the goddess and represents beneficence and wellness. Though in many cultures the interactions with mermaids and merpeople in general was considered to be fairly rare, there are other cultures who seem to have had many interactions with these strange sea people. This is relevant because merfolk are mythical creatures and could potentially live much longer than humans, or age differently. Bluespark Waterglow Crystalice Oceanglow Highseas Calmsea Tasselweed Kelpia (from the algae kelp) Kelpforest Marinecastle Sea-born Oceanlight Brighttail Sparkletail One is woman from Delphi, a historical location in Greece. These are names whose meanings and translations are based on words pertaining to the sea, to water, to nature, and to traits that describe mermaids. Mermaids have a human upper body and a fishtail, but nymphs always have a human body. Haven means safety, so depending on whether or not you think of yourself as a benevolent mermaid this name could be right for you. Its meaning is white shadow, white wave. Its Italian meaning is fair and yielding., Gloria- 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. Mermaids and ocean lovers alike may be looking for the perfect name to represent their passion for all things aquatic and mystical. For many years he upheld this promise, but eventually he broke the oath and Pressyne left with their three children. Adella is and Old German name meaning noble., Aquata- She is the fourth daughter of King Triton. She is also known as Artemis in Greek mythology. One version is that some time ago, during a violent blizzard, a handsome young stranger enters a family igloo wearing a necklace with two large canine teeth. Her story was preserved and spread throughout Ireland especially by those who marveled at that fact that she was willing to give up 300 more years of life for a chance to reach heaven. Because of this, it is difficult to determine what their intentions are without interaction. In addition to these goddesses, many of the minor sea goddesses inherited her characteristics as well. Ella- Ella has German, English, Greek, and Spanish roots. This model for the story was adopted by many other cultures who wished to merge their goddess figures with the power and beauty of the mermaids. They brought her ashore and was baptized under the name Muirgen, which means sea born. She died immediately afterwards and ascended into Heaven. The name means venerable or majestic., - The Caspian Sea is the largest inland body of water in the world. It also means dragon, or serpent in Greek. In Hebrew, the name Davy means beloved.. Celeste also means heavenly, which brings up visions of beautiful angels floating in the sky, similar to the peaceful ocean with angelic sirens swimming around and enchanting humans. She was a beloved queen with a gift for music and singing. - Ella has German, English, Greek, and Spanish roots. Other stories depict her as an evil, sexually deviant, baby stealer. She is based on a slate rock on the bank of the river Rhine called The Lorelei. Fabian- This name comes from the Roman name Fabianus, meaning bean grower. It reminds me of Jack and the Beanstalk, a fairytale story involving witches, giants, and magic beans, all things relevant to mermaid lore. There was so much water that erupted from the underwater spring that the land where Li Ban and her family had lived was transformed into what is now Lough Neagh. Its a French name meaning ocean. The sixth daughter of Triton is depicted as the comedic one. Li Ban and her lap dog lived in an underwater chamber for one year after the great flood. It was said to have nested on the sea and calmed the sea so it could lay its eggs on a floating nest. A centuries-old mummified "mermaid" that scientists recently revealed to be a gruesome doll of animal parts is even weirder than previously thought, new findings show. - This name comes from Ved-Ava, a water deity. The Legend of Mami Wata. Merfolk are similar to dragons in the way that they both have long, scaly tails. First, and most obvious, a harbor is the part of a body of water that is shallow enough to dock boats. The name Dana has multiple meanings. - This name is German, Italian, English, and Ancient Greek in origin. She is a water deity or mermaid. Maera was the daughter of Atlas, a Titan condemned to hold up the celestial bodies for all eternity. She is the most light-hearted of the mermaid friends. As a name, it comes from England and has no meaning aside from a pearl. For music fans, there is also an artist named Lana Del Rey. - Aditi is a Hindu goddess who represents, fertility, the earth, and the sky. There are copious tales of gods, goddesses and other ethereal characters that dwell in the sea. Muriel- The name Muriel is a name of Irish origin meaning of the bright sea. It even sounds similar to Ariel. She has red hair just like Ariel. Sierra is a Spanish word for mountain and indicates strength. Real pearls are quite valuable. When a ship passed by an area she was in, she was said to have swum up to the side of the vessel and ask, Is King Alexander Alive?. Celeste- This name is based on celestial bodies, which have mythological/astrological connections to the sea. After many years of service, Atargatis fell in love with a mortal shepherd boy and desired to make a union with him. Anaella/Anaelle- Anaella is a form of Anna from the Breton language that means favour, grace. Ive always considered mermaids to be graceful creatures, at least thats how I feel when I swim as a mermaid. Gemstones and little sparkly face gems are incorporated into mermaid fashion. Stella-This is a name of Latin origin. These are all names for mermaids based after words relating to the sea, or any body of water. Northern lights are a natural phenomenon that produces eerily beautiful colors in the sky, a magical experience. A variation of the name is Maira which means sea dew. A variation of this name is Mara. Essentially it is a large lake, having salty water diluted by fresh water. She is from Homers epic poem The Odyssey as a sea nymph who captured Odysseus and lived on a mythical island, where she held him captive after falling in love with him. Modern interpreters count her as a dangerous demon who is of the darkness. 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. Marley- 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. Jordana- This name relates to mermaids for several reaons. She has red hair just like Ariel. The powerful water that gushed upwards caused all of her family members to drown only Li Ban and her lap dog managed to survive the flooding. Its fitting for a mermaid and is a good name for someone who is pure in heart, beautiful inside and out. It means torch, beautiful, corposant, or shining. Those are all words that inspire images of mermaids, magic, and mythical creatures. It means resurrection. Variations include Anna, Annalise, and Annette. 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. Lakshmi Hindu goddess of abundance, beauty, and prosperity Levana Roman goddess of the moon Lilinoe Hawaiian goddess of haze Lissa African supreme mother goddess Luna Roman goddess of the moon He is welcomed into the bed and sleeps with the - Lorelei is a siren from a German folktale. The phoenix is a large, brilliantly colored bird that resembles flames and is said to live a long life and then set itself on fire and be reborn of the ashes. The meaning of the name is someone who is blind to their own beauty. Mermaids are known for being beautiful and using their looks and their songs to lure in sailors. The Nereids were known to be some of the most beautiful creatures to exist in the time of ancient Greece. Coral are marine invertebrates. The name Priscila means ancient, which is fitting for mermaids because they date far back to ancient times. . In the more mainstream religion Christianity, baptisms have been performed in the sea, and Jesus was said to have walked on water. She was the Celtic goddess of the Danube and is known as the earth-mother goddess. However, she was also known to have been deeply connected to the people of Assyria. Ariel can be any race, because race is a social construct, and mermaids can be whatever color we please, because they dont exist. They are known for enchanting human sailors with their charming, graceful ways, and their unearthly beauty. Though many mermaids in the UK region were seen as vengeful and malevolent, the merpeople who lived near the Isle of Man were thought to be much more friendly towards human beings. Nereids are embodiments of the oceans beauty and were supposed to be the most beautiful and mystifying of sea nymphs. A variation is. Ariel is a name of Hebrew origin that means lion of god.. , which derives from the Greek word for pearl. Pearls are lovely products of the ocean that are widely used as decorations and accessories for mermaids. This is likely from tales of seemingly friendly mermaids that kill humans by dragging them under. Irving- This name has roots in Ireland, England, and Wales. She was a neiad and the daughter of a river god. Elaina- Elaina is of Greek origin, a form of the name Helen. . Silvery blue is a common mermaid tail color in tv shows and movies. If she received an answer that she didnt like, however, she would cause the waters around her to be stirred into a terrible turmoil and doom the ship. As a name Gemma sounds beautiful and befitting of a mermaid. She is most known for being interested in health and appearance. It means torch, beautiful, corposant, or shining. Those are all words that inspire images of mermaids, magic, and mythical creatures. The word comes from the Greek word harmonia. There is also a folktale about a forest nymph named Harmonia. The Nereids were friendly for the most part and were known to help sailors in times of need. Sirenomelia (also known as mermaid syndrome) is a rare birth defect that occurs during the third gestational week. The meaning of this name is sea tide. A perfect name for a merman. Its no wonder so many are drawn to the wonders of mermaiding. Mermaids were thought to appear to ships just before they wrecked or were lost at sea to taunt them with their fate. She falls in love with a human, an archetype for mermaid characters. Marlin is overcautious with his son because he is afraid of losing him. She enjoys being adventurous and has gotten herself into Here are some beautiful girl mermaid names: Alana; Attina; Aurora; Blue; Coral; Coralia; Genoveva; Harmony; Haven; Hydra; Jennyfer; , who is an ocean nymph from Greek mythology. As a name Gemma sounds beautiful and befitting of a mermaid. Maybe they use the name of a beloved family member, or a word of significance, or a name honoring their heritage. 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