Frances is the English form of the Late Latin name Franciscus meaning "Frenchman", whichi s ultimately from the Germanic tribe of the Franks. The distinction between masculine and feminine spellings didn't arise until the 17th century. I have a slight crush on Francis for a girl as well—I follow a British mum who has a daughter called Francis. So cute!

Frances is candles, laughter, and old childrens books.

c o m b o s

• Frances Lily
• Frances Blythe
• Frances Pearl
• Frances Emily
• Frances Ivy
• Frances Josephine
• Frances Marigold
• Frances Emmeline
• Frances Juniper

Flora is from the Latin flos meaning "flower". Flora was the Roman goddess of flowers and spring.

I associate Flora with flowers, of course, and my do I love them! I had never even known that I enjoyed flowers as much as I do until Jay started sending them to me. I had only received flowers once before him and it was a negative association. Now I look forward to them gleefully as every holiday or event approaches. And when he sends them just because? Be still my heart!

As for the imagery I have from the name, Flora is clean and old-fashioned. It is books, dried vanilla beans, cotton sheets, and milky soap.

c o m b o s

• Flora Emily
• Flora Libby
• Flora Esme
• Flora Josephine

Fern is from the Old English word fearn meaning "fern" which is from the Proto-Germanic *farno- which proposes the notion of "having feathery fronds".

This beautiful plant has a rich history of symbolic use. Many cultures consider them a sign of good luck, protection, and hidden wisdom. In the language of flowers, ferns symbolize magic, fascination, and the secret bonds of love.

For me, Fern will forever be tied to the spunky Fern Arable from E.B. White's Charlotte's Web and her love of nature and animals.

It is a sweet, unassuming name with evident ties to nature. I find it to be very bright and cheerful.

c o m b o s

• Fern Emily
• Fern Bridget
• Fern Beatrice
• Fern Lydia

Una is derived from the Old Norse name Una meaning "to enjoy" or possibly from the name Unna which is from either unna meaning "to love" or from unnr meaning "wave". It is also an Irish name thought to be derived from uan meaning "lamb". Some relate it to the Latin una meaning "one; together" as well.

In British folklore Úna is the queen of the fairies and wife of King Finnbheara, the fairy king of western Ireland. She was said to be the most beautiful woman and is described with golden hair that reached the ground. She is also known as Oona or Nuala. (I think that Una and Nuala would make a sweet set for twin girls for this reason.)

There is also the association with The Una . It is regarded as the first periodical focused on women's suffrage and the first distinctively women's rights journal ever published. It was also notable because it was written, edited, and owned by women. The name in this case was chosen to signify truth and fidelity. It was published from early 1853 to late 1855.

Willa is an English name from the Germanic element wil meaning "will, desire".

The image I get from Willa is creamy and warm, pale pink and soft.

c o m b o s

• Willa Fern
• Willa Emily
• Willa Summer

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Pearl is an English name meaning, of course, "pearl". Pearls are thought to impart health and wealth on their bearers. A perfect gift. Pearls are also my birthstone.

c o m b o s

• Pearl Ada
• Pearl Anya
• Pearl Astrid
• Pearl Bethany
• Pearl Emily
• Pearl Emma
• Pearl Ingrid
• Pearl Ismay
• Pearl Marian
• Pearl Una

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Linnea is from the name of the delicate, soft pink twinflower with bell-shaped blooms. Named in honor of Swedish botanist Carl Linnaeus, who is considered the father of modern taxonomy. Linnaeus' name comes from the Swedish word lind meaning "lime tree". His father chose this name for his family in honor of the large lime tree that grew in his village.

It brings to mind picnics in wildflower meadows, linen dresses blowing in the wind, bare feet on soft dirt, and calm lakes. It is nature.

c o m b o s

• Linnea Emily
• Linnea Sophia
• Linnea Sophie

Alma is from the Latin word almus meaning “nourishing, kind, propitious”. It is also a word for “soul” in Spanish. In Hungarian, it means “apple”. Then, in Hebrew, it means “young woman”. In Arabic it perhaps means "learned, knowing" from almah or alama meaning "to know". It’s a name with a variety of meanings and a lovely sound.

It brings to mind my favorite poem, Soneto XVII by Pablo Neruda. In the first verse it says, "te amo como se aman ciertas cosas oscuras, secretamente, entre la sombra y el alma." Or, in English, "I love you as certain dark things are to be loved, in secret, between the shadow and the soul."

Beautiful.

For me, Alma is a warm, creamy name like a cozy soft blanket and smells of fresh coconut, vanilla, and clean linens. It is also sometimes early mornings in late summer where the mist hangs in the air: warm, fresh, and new.

c o m b o s

Mabel is a Medieval form of the Late Latin name Amabilis meaning "lovable".

It is another autumnal beauty for me, she smells of pancakes and cool morning air and sounds like the softest of leaves crunching under foot.

c o m b o s

• Mabel Emily
• Mabel Meadowlark
• Mabel Emmeline
• Mabel Josephine
• Mabel Clementine

Hazel is from the Old English word hæsel meaning the tree or light brown.

In British folklore, hazel trees are associated with love and fertility. In Celtic Ogham, hazel trees are associated with Brighid, goddess of wisdom and divine inspiration. It gives me great imagery of autumn and beautiful changing leaves.

c o m b o s

• Hazel Annie
• Hazel Annora
• Hazel Ava
• Hazel Emily
• Hazel Josephine
• Hazel Margaret
• Hazel Rosemary
• Hazel Samantha
• Hazel Patricia
• Hazel Isabella
• Hazel Audrey

I'm Patricia , but you can call me Pia!

• level thirty-six
• gemini
• INFP
• namenerd
• lover of cardigans, dresses, and cute socks
• knows that you've got this
• is very proud of you

g i r l s

• Alma
• Aster
• Blythe
• Fern
• Flora
• Frances
• Hazel
• Iris
• Jane
• June
• Linnea
• Mabel
• Pearl
• Una
• Willa

b o y s

• Alban
• Arthur
• Clark

This is a list of individual combos that I appreciate but I'm not exactly looking to write a blurb about them.

g i r l s

• Lydia Fern

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Ronan is from Old Irish rón meaning "seal" and with a diminutive suffix, it means "little seal".

This name is rocky seasides, salt air, shaggy auburn hair, and welly boots. It's comfortable.

c o m b o s

• Ronan Timothy
• Ronan Jamie
• Ronan Joseph
• Ronan Elliott
• Ronan August
• Ronan Arthur
• Ronan William
• Ronan Walter

Alban is from the Latin albus meaning "white".

c o m b o s

• Alban Jamie
• Alban Hugo
• Alban Joseph
• Alban Arthur
• Alban Elliott
• Alban Frederick Jove
• Alban Jove
• Alban Frey

jay says… "I mean, with the associations—Albion—and all the meanings… I don't like the name, I only like the meanings."

Ivo is an Ancient Germanic name derived from the element iv , meaning "yew".

The longevity of the yew tree and its ability to regenerate led to them being revered as the 'tree of immortality'. While known to grow in the harshest barren and polluted lands, these ancient trees have endured countless changes in the climate throughout the ages. Hedges of yew trees are known to grow back quickly and fallen branches can even take root and form a new tree. This has made the yew a symbol of rebirth, renewal, and steadfastness.

In addition to it's strength, the wood of the yew tree is flexible, making it ideal for crafting. English and Welsh longbows made from yew were known to be especially effective in battle.

Interestingly, every part of the yew tree is toxic with the exception of the red fruit surrounding the poisonous seed.

This short, handsome name makes me think ...

Hugo is is from the Germanic element hug meaning "heart, mind, spirit". A meaningful name with a lively sound, it reminds me of laughter and a good book. It's the day-long exploration of winter forests followed by a much anticipated hot chocolate at home.

c o m b o s

• Hugo Barnaby
• Hugo Barnaby Jove
• Hugo Everest
• Hugo Jamie
• Hugo Joseph

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Ari is an Old Norse name meaning "eagle". In Norse mythology eagles are thought to represent freedom and strength due to their majestic and powerful nature. Odin, the All-Father, was said to be able to transform into an eagle. The eagle’s ability to observe from a great height is often seen as a metaphor for wisdom, insight, and a broader perspective on life.

c o m b o s

• Ari Alexander
• Ari Forest
• Ari George
• Ari Jasper
• Ari North
• Ari Everest
• Ari Nolan
• Ari Samson

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