Geographic baby names

Island. Derived from Old Norse 'ey' meaning island, adopted into Scottish place names and later used as a given name.

From the Scottish place name Loch Logan, meaning 'small hollow' or 'den.' The name has roots in Scottish geography and Gaelic tradition.

From Hadrian, referring to a person from Hadria (modern-day Atri, Italy) or the Adriatic Sea region. Associated with the Roman Emperor Hadrian.

A place name derived from 'east' and 'town,' originally referring to a settlement on the eastern side of a larger town or region.

To flow down; descend. Named after the Jordan River, a sacred waterway in the Levant that flows from north to south, symbolizing passage and spiritual journey.

From the Savannah River in Georgia, USA. The name derives from the Shawnee word 'savano' meaning 'treeless plain' or open grassland.

A neighborhood in New York City named after Brooklyn, Long Island. The place name derives from Dutch 'Breuckelen,' possibly meaning 'broken land' or referencing the Breuckelen area in the Netherlands.

From Scotland; a diminutive of Scott, which derives from the Scots people and their homeland. Used as both a given name and a reference to Scottish heritage.

From the city of Milan in northern Italy. The city name derives from Latin 'Mediolanum,' meaning 'middle of the plain.' Used as a modern given name reflecting the city's prominence.

From a long hill or ridge. Derived from Old English 'lang' (long) and 'dun' (hill), originally a place name that became a given name.

Narrow strait or channel. Derived from Scottish Gaelic 'caol,' referring to a geographical feature of the Scottish Highlands.

From a southern settlement or farmstead. Derived from Old English 'sūð' (south) and 'tūn' (settlement, village).

From the Levenax region in Scotland. Derived from Old English 'lean' (smooth) and Old English 'ock' (place), referring to a smooth-flowing stream or settlement.

From Italian origins, Milani derives from Milan, the major Italian city, or may relate to the Latin 'mīlitis' (soldier). Modern usage is primarily a contemporary surname-to-given-name conversion.

From Old English 'hold' (to grasp, support) and 'dene' (valley). Refers to a valley where one holds or occupies land.

The Eternal City, capital of Italy and the Roman Empire. Used as a place name adopted for given names.

From Spanish 'sierra' meaning mountain range. Originally a geographic term used as a surname, adopted as a given name in modern times.

Victorious, conqueror. Named after Cairo, Egypt's capital city on the Nile River, which derives from Arabic al-Qāhirah meaning 'the victorious' or 'the conqueror.'

Bent nose or crooked stream. Derived from Scottish Gaelic 'cam' (bent/crooked) and likely 'run' (stream), making it a place-name that became a personal name.

Named after the Greek island of Rhodes, known for the Colossus. The island name derives from Greek 'rhodon' meaning rose.

From the Italian city of Siena, known for its rich artistic heritage and distinctive terracotta landscape. Used as a place name given name.

Derived from the Latin 'montanus' meaning mountainous or of the mountains. References the U.S. state, evoking rugged natural landscapes.

From the city of London, England. The city's name derives from the Roman settlement Londinium, likely of Celtic origin meaning 'wild' or 'fierce'.

From the Irish 'Deasmhumhain,' meaning 'from South Munster.' A place-based surname that became a given name.

From the Caspian Sea, named after the Kaspi people. A geographical name with ancient roots, evoking vast waters and distant lands.

Town belonging to Botolph, an Anglo-Saxon saint. Used as a given name after the Massachusetts city became culturally prominent in American identity.

Lake dwelling or lakeside settlement. A modern blended name combining 'lake' with the feminine suffix '-lyn,' rooted in geographical place names.

The seashore or shoreline where land meets water. A modern nature-inspired name derived from the geographical feature, evoking openness and natural beauty.

A small bay or inlet of the sea; a sheltered recess in a coastline. Modern usage emphasizes peaceful, natural seclusion.

Headland or promontory; one who lives on a peninsula. Derived from Norse origins meaning a jutting point of land.

The island nation of Ireland, named from Old Irish 'Ériu' (goddess) and 'land.' Used as a personal name, it evokes geographic identity and cultural heritage.

From Shoshone 'Wyomia' meaning 'large plains' or 'at the big river plains'. Modern creation blending Wyoming place name with contemporary naming style.

A modern Spanish name of uncertain etymology, possibly combining elements suggesting 'mountain' or 'elevated place' with Monte (mountain) in Spanish.

Feminine form derived from Éireann, meaning 'from Ireland' or 'Irish woman'. Associated with the Emerald Isle and Celtic heritage.

Named after Montserrat, a mountain near Barcelona. From Latin 'mons' (mountain) and 'serratum' (jagged/saw-toothed), referring to its distinctive peaks.

The Zaire River (formerly Congo River) in Central Africa; the name evokes the mighty river and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, which was officially named Zaire from 1971–1997.

Settlement on the hill. Derived from the Scottish surname Houston, originally referring to Hugh's town in Renfrewshire, Scotland.

From the Old Irish 'Lochlann,' meaning 'land of lakes' or 'from Lochlan.' Refers to Scandinavia or the Norse territories.

From the French region of Brittany (Bretagne), derived from Celtic roots meaning 'land of the Britons' or 'little Britain'

From Old Norse 'Dannr', meaning 'from Denmark' or 'Danish person'. Associated with Scandinavian heritage and strength.

A valley or low-lying area between hills. From Old English 'dæl,' referring to a geographical feature.

From the Irish 'Conmhaighe,' meaning 'hound of the plain' or 'chief of the plain.' References the River Conway in Wales, also deeply rooted in Irish geography and surname tradition.

From a Scottish surname meaning 'bridge stone' or 'stone bridge', combining elements for bridge and stone.

A contemporary invention blending 'Malaysia' (the Southeast Asian nation) with the suffix '-iah', creating a geographic and cultural reference name.

Modern invented name blending 'Mel' with 'Malaysia', the Southeast Asian nation, or combining elements for melodic effect.

From Old English 'burh' (fortified town) and 'leah' (clearing or meadow). Refers to a clearing near a fortified settlement.

From the island of Capri off the coast of Italy, known for its stunning coastal beauty and Mediterranean charm. The name evokes the glamorous, sun-soaked Italian landscape.

A district in South London, England. The name derives from Brixton Stone, a notable landmark, combining Old English elements suggesting 'brick' or 'stone settlement.'

Son of Rigg; derived from a ridge of land or a dwelling by the ridge. A surname-turned-given name with strong geographic roots.

Named after Mount Everest, the world's highest peak. The mountain itself was named after Sir George Everest, a 19th-century British surveyor and geographer.

Land by the sea, derived from the Dutch province of Zeeland. A place-based name reflecting natural geography and maritime heritage.

From the port city of Odessa on the Black Sea. The city name likely derives from Greek origins, popularized as a given name through the Russian city.

From the Basque region in Spain, derived from 'zamora' meaning 'wild terrain' or 'rough land'

Nickname referring to someone from the Netherlands or of Dutch heritage; also used as slang for a share of cost split equally between people

A piece of land surrounded by water. Used as a given name in modern times, evoking natural geography and independence.

Named after Berlin, the capital of Germany. The city name derives from Old High German roots meaning 'swamp' or 'lowland,' referencing the marshy terrain of the Spree River region.

Feminine form relating to the Nile River, symbolizing life, fertility, and abundance in Islamic tradition.

Modern American name derived from the state of Arizona. The state name possibly derives from Spanish 'árida zona' (dry zone) or O'odham origin. Contemporary usage typically treats it as a place-inspired given name.

Directional name meaning 'from the west' or 'western region,' used as a place-based surname converted to given name in modern era.

Taiwan is the Chinese name for the island nation, derived from Taiwanese aboriginal language meaning 'terrace bay' or 'high platform'. Used as a given name to honor heritage and place of origin.

Compound of Florida (the Spanish state name meaning 'flowered' or 'blooming') and Alma (Spanish for 'soul'). A distinctly American creation blending geography and spiritual meaning.

From Montserrat, a sacred mountain in Catalonia. The name means 'serrated mountain' from Latin 'mons' (mountain) and 'serratus' (saw-toothed).

From Norwegian roots meaning 'small hill' or 'summit'. Also potentially connected to Old Norse 'kopla' (to overturn), suggesting strength and resilience.

From the town of Trenton, originally meaning 'tree town' or settlement where trees grow, later known as the capital of New Jersey

Named after the Laramie River and mountains in Wyoming, likely derived from French fur traders' name 'La Ramie' (the branch or beaver).

From the city of Valencia in Spain, derived from the Roman name Valentia, meaning 'strength' and 'valor.' The city name reflects the virtues valued in Roman settlements.

Island of Geirr. Named after the Channel Island off the coast of England, historically associated with the Norse settler Geirr. Used as a modern given name referencing the distinctive island location.

From the English county of Kent, derived from Old English 'cen' meaning bright or shining.

From the Sahara Desert in North Africa, meaning 'the desert' or 'the golden land' in Arabic and Berber languages

From Hebrew Shomron, referring to the ancient region and city in central Palestine. The name carries biblical and historical significance.

From a place name meaning 'linden tree hill' or 'lake settlement.' Associated with strength and natural growth.

Combination of Scott (from Scot, a native of Scotland) with the diminutive suffix -lyn. Represents Scottish heritage with a modern feminine twist.

From the city of Ávila in Castile, Spain. The place name derives from Latin origins meaning 'bird', referencing the region's heraldic symbol.

Town of Charles. Originally a place name from Charleston, South Carolina, named after King Charles II of England.

From the Salish word 'taq'ʷuʔ' referring to a type of mountain. The city was named after Chief Seatlh of the Duwamish tribe.

Modern invented name blending 'Lake' (geographic feature) with the feminine suffix '-lyn', suggesting a nature-inspired contemporary creation.

Named after Nashville, Tennessee, derived from 'Nash's ville' — a settlement named after Francis Nash, American Revolutionary general.

From Monaco, the European principality on the French Riviera. The place name derives from Latin 'Monoikos,' referring to a temple of Hercules Monoikos (the solitary). Used as a given name to evoke sophistication and geographic prestige.

Named after the port city of Odesa (formerly Odessa) in Ukraine. The city's name derives from the ancient Greek colony Odesos, possibly connected to the Dniester River or meaning 'road' in Greek.

From the Red Sea region of East Africa. Eritrea is the name of the nation on the Red Sea coast; the name derives from the ancient Greek 'Erythra Thalassa' meaning 'Red Sea'.

A modern invented name derived from the English word 'coastal,' evoking imagery of shorelines, ocean proximity, and natural waterside landscapes.

From Montserrat, a sacred mountain in Catalonia. The name means 'serrated mountain' and carries spiritual significance from the Benedictine monastery.

From the London district Chelsea, originally meaning 'chalk landing place' or 'landing place for chalk or limestone' from Old English ceolc (chalk) and hyð (landing place).

From Montserrat, a sacred mountain in Catalonia. The name derives from Latin 'mons' (mountain) and 'serratus' (saw-toothed), referring to the jagged peaks.

From the Lennox region in Scotland. Derived from Old English 'lēon' (lion) combined with a location suffix, meaning 'dweller by the lion's place' or referring to the ancient Lennox estate.

From Roma, the Latin name for Rome. May also reference the Romani people. Used as a given name with geographic and cultural resonance.

Named after Sedona, Arizona, derived from Yavapai roots, meaning 'place of the sacred spring'. The city's name honors early settlers and the region's spiritual landscape.

From Old English 'scylf' (shelf) and 'dun' (hill), referring to a steep cliff or hillside with a shelf-like formation.

From Latin Adrianus, meaning 'from Hadria,' an ancient Italian town. Associated with the Adriatic Sea region.

From Old English 'clif' meaning cliff or riverbank. Associated with one who dwells by a cliff or steep embankment.

The great one. Denali is the native Athabaskan name for North America's tallest peak, reflecting reverence for the mountain's grandeur and power.

Named after the US state, which derives from a Native American Lenape word meaning 'land of the Indians.' Modern usage as a given name gained prominence through the Indiana Jones film character.

From Latin 'Italia', the Roman name for the Italian peninsula. Derived from Vitalia, meaning 'vital' or 'living'.

From the Scottish island of Islay, known for its rugged beauty and whisky production. The name evokes both the natural landscape and Celtic heritage.

From Arabic 'al-madina' meaning 'the city'. Also refers to Medina, the holy Islamic city in Saudi Arabia.

Town by the winding river. Derived from the English place name Windsor, referring to a settlement on the Thames River in Berkshire, England.

From Venetia, the ancient Roman region in northeastern Italy. The name evokes the historic city of Venice, built on water and renowned for its canals and maritime heritage.

From the geographical feature; a point of land jutting into the sea. Used as a given name, it evokes natural landscapes and modern minimalism.

Friend. Derived from the Caddo word 'tejas' meaning friends, adopted by Spanish colonists as the name for the region and people.

Of or relating to Saudi Arabia; derived from the House of Saud, the royal family of Saudi Arabia. The name reflects national and dynastic heritage.

From Otoe 'Nebrathka' meaning 'flat water', referring to the Platte River's distinctive shallow, wide character.

From Old English meaning 'one who lives by the rocky hill or tor'. Also associated with the ancient city of Tyre, a major Phoenician port known for commerce and dye production.

From Old French 'prairie' meaning an open grassy meadow or grassland, derived from Latin 'pratum'.

From the town of Dover in Kent, England. The place name derives from Old English 'dofre' meaning 'waters' or 'stream'.

From French 'détroit' meaning strait or narrow passage. Named after the Detroit River strait connecting the Great Lakes.

From the Isle of Skye in Scotland. The island's name derives from Old Norse 'sky' (cloud) or Gaelic roots meaning 'winged' or 'clouded.'

From the country Holland (Netherlands), or from Old English 'hol' (hollow) and 'land' (territory). Originally a place name adopted as a given name.

The name derives from the ancient country and civilization, historically known as Kemet to its inhabitants. In modern usage as a personal name, it carries connotations of historical significance, ancient wisdom, and geographical pride.

The name derives from the O'odham word 'arizonac,' possibly meaning 'silver-bearing' or 'dry region,' later Hispanicized as the territory name Arizona.

Dweller by the cold stream or rocky ravine. A place-based surname adopted as a modern given name, popular through golf associations.

From the Irish county of the same name, historically meaning 'dark-haired' or 'dark-skinned.' Derived from the Gaelic word 'ciar' (dark, black).

From the Scottish island of Iona, historically a center of Celtic Christianity. The island's name may derive from Old Irish meaning 'yew tree.'

A hilltop or hillside in Irish geography; also associated with the cry of a donkey, suggesting rural, earthy origins.

Refers to a person from Scotland or of Scottish descent. Originally a surname denoting nationality or regional origin in medieval times.

Named after the Caspian Sea, derived from Persian and Greek origins. Associated with vast waters and geographical majesty.

From the island of Sicily (Sicilia), named from Greek Sikelia, possibly related to the Sicels, an ancient Italic people.

Capital city of Portugal, derived from ancient Roman settlement Olisipo, possibly from Phoenician origins meaning 'safe harbor' or 'pleasant bay'

Named after Albany, the historic Latin name for Scotland. Derived from Old English meaning 'white or noble settlement'.

From Creek words meaning 'thicket clearers' or 'vegetation gatherers', referring to the Alabama people and their ancestral lands in the southeastern United States.

From Dutch 'Staaten' referring to Staten Island; also possibly from Old English meaning 'one who lives on the stone estate'

From Latin Scotia meaning 'land of the Scots.' Historically the Latinized name for Scotland; also associated with Scota, a legendary figure in Celtic mythology.

From Greek 'rhodon' meaning 'rose'. Associated with Rhodes, the ancient Greek island known for its beauty and the Colossus.

From Latin 'indicus' meaning 'of or from India.' Used in Spanish-speaking cultures to denote indigenous peoples and tropical associations.

Son of Knox, from a Scottish place name meaning 'small hill' or 'rounded hilltop'.

From the Gwich'in word 'Yu-kun-ah' meaning 'great river,' referring to the Yukon River in northwestern North America.

From Arabic 'al-jazira' meaning 'the island' or 'the peninsula'. A modern feminine name blending geographic and literary sensibilities.

Of or relating to Cuba, the Caribbean island nation. Used as a given name, it carries geographic pride and tropical associations.

Settlement on the Cam River. Named after the city in England that is home to Cambridge University, representing intellectual achievement and prestige.

From the city of Joliet, Illinois, named after French explorer Louis Jolliet. Now used as a given name with modern, place-inspired appeal.

Island dweller, from Scottish origins meaning 'from the isle'. Blends Isle with the suffix -ya, evoking both geography and modern feminine styling.

Named after the American state, which was chartered by King Charles I and named 'Maryland' in honor of Queen Mary, wife of Charles I.

From the Old English 'broc' (badger) and 'tun' (settlement), meaning 'settlement where badgers live' or 'badger's town'.

From Seminole meaning 'pretty prairie' or 'beautiful meadow', referring to the fertile lands of South Florida

From topographic term for elevated terrain. Associated with Scottish Highlands, conveying strength and rugged natural beauty.

From Latin 'costa' meaning 'rib' or 'side', also used as a surname denoting coastal geography or lineage

From Latin 'australis' meaning 'southern.' Named for the Southern Land, the continent's position in the Southern Hemisphere.

Named after Bahia, a northeastern Brazilian state. Also derived from Tupi indigenous words meaning 'bay' or body of water.

From Éirinn, the Irish name for Ireland. Evokes the island nation itself, embodying connection to Irish heritage and land.

From the English county in southwest England, derived from Welsh 'dyfan' meaning 'deep.' Also associated with the River Exe valley region.

From the high meadow or wooded area on a hill. Originally a place name in Oxfordshire, England, referring to a settlement on elevated terrain.

From Spanish 'sabana', derived from Taíno word for treeless plain or grassland. Refers to open grassy landscapes, particularly the tropical savannas of the Caribbean and Africa.

Named after the Bronx borough in New York City, itself derived from Jonas Bronck, an early settler. Used as a given name to evoke urban grit and geographic identity.

Named after the country India, derived from the Indus River. Became popular as a given name symbolizing heritage, geography, and cultural identity.

From Gaelic 'gleann' meaning 'valley' or 'glen'. Associated with Scottish Highlands and natural beauty.

From Spanish 'mar' (sea) and 'bella' (beautiful). Named after the coastal town in Andalusia, southern Spain known for its Mediterranean beauty.

Named after Havana, Cuba's capital city. The city name derives from the Taíno word 'Habaguanex', an indigenous chief's name.

From Old English 'boga' (bow) and 'denu' (valley). Habitational name meaning 'valley of the bow' or archer's valley.

From Welsh Cambria, the Latin name for Wales. A modern invention blending geographic heritage with contemporary naming style.

From Montserrat, a sacred mountain in Catalonia. The name references the jagged peaks and spiritual significance of this Benedictine monastery site.

From the Channel Island of Jersey, or possibly derived from Old Norse 'Jarl's island'. A modern invented name with geographical and Norse roots.

From French Acadia, the name of a maritime region in northeastern North America. Originally derived from Mi'kmaq territory, meaning 'land of plenty'.

From the city of Vidalia in Spain, known for its sweet onions. The place name derives from Latin roots meaning 'wide' or 'spacious valley'.

The island nation in the Eastern Mediterranean. Derived from the ancient Greek name for the copper-rich island, historically associated with the goddess Aphrodite and the production of copper.

From Sanskrit 'mala' (garland) combined with Arabic/Malay suffixes. Named after the Malay Archipelago, symbolizing the confluence of cultures and natural beauty of Southeast Asia.

From a place name meaning 'birch tree clearing' or 'birch wood.' Originally a surname derived from English geography, now used as a given name.

From the lands near the water or the territory by the bay. Combines Old Irish elements relating to land and water features common in Celtic geography.

From Old English 'had' (heath) and 'leah' (clearing), referring to a clearing on the heath or moorland.

A deep ravine formed by erosion, typically with steep rocky walls. Used as a modern nature name reflecting dramatic geological landscapes.

Named after the Asian continent. In Greek mythology, Asia was an Oceanid (water nymph), daughter of Oceanus and Tethys.

The fourth letter of the Greek alphabet, also refers to the mouth of a river where it meets the sea. Associated with change, flow, and transition.

From Spanish surname meaning 'of the mountains,' derived from Monte (mountain) with the diminutive suffix -ez indicating descent or association.

From Old Norse elements 'aar' (eagle) and 'vik' (bay/inlet), meaning 'eagle's bay' or dwelling place of eagles.

From Greek 'Asia', the ancient name for the continent. Also used as a diminutive form meaning 'of Asia' or associated with the goddess Asteria in some traditions.

Variant of Clyde, from the River Clyde in Scotland. May derive from Celtic roots meaning 'warm' or 'gentle'.

From Old French 'Bretagne', meaning 'from Brittany', the region in northwestern France. Popularized as a given name in the late 20th century.

From Hadria, a Roman city. Traditionally means 'from Hadria' or 'of the Adriatic,' symbolizing coastal geography and classical Roman heritage.

Named after the Montserrat mountain in Catalonia, Spain. The name means 'jagged mountain' from Latin 'mons' (mountain) and 'serratus' (saw-toothed).

Fair-haired or from the narrow strait. A modern Scottish place name turned personal name with nature-inspired roots.

Place of cool waters. Named after the capital of Kenya, derived from Kikuyu words referring to a water source in the region.

The country in southern Europe, named from Latin 'Italia.' Used as a given name to honor heritage or express geographic/cultural identity.

From Old English 'clif' (cliff/steep slope) and 'tun' (settlement). Refers to a settlement on or near a cliff.

A land where the sea washes against the shore, derived from the Tlingit word 'Alyeska.' Named after the US state, which carries indigenous significance.

Sequoia derives from the Cherokee people and the giant redwood trees of California named in honor of Sequoyah, the Cherokee inventor of the Cherokee syllabary.

Lexa's town or settlement of Lexa. A place name from Lexington, Massachusetts, named after Lexington in England, ultimately from a personal name root.

From Scottish place name meaning 'head of the bay' or 'narrow pass', derived from Gaelic elements referring to geography

From Kenya, the East African nation. Used as a given name to honor ancestral homeland or express cultural pride.

From the town of Anniston, Alabama, named after Annie Scott. Used as a given name from the 20th century onward.

From the Lorraine region in northeastern France, derived from Lothair meaning 'famous army'. The region became associated with Joan of Arc.

From Rayleigh, Essex, England. The place name derives from Old English 'ra' (female sandpiper) and 'leah' (woodland clearing).

The Latinized name for Wales; derives from 'Cambria,' the Roman name for the Welsh region. Associated with the land and its Celtic heritage.

The town in Galilee where Jesus spent his childhood, derived from Hebrew 'netzer' meaning 'branch' or 'sprout,' symbolizing growth and spiritual significance.

From Arabic al-Madīnah meaning 'the city.' Historically refers to Medina, the holy city in Saudi Arabia, central to Islamic tradition and the Prophet Muhammad's migration.

Mount Sinai, the sacred mountain where Moses received the Ten Commandments. Used as a given name to evoke spiritual significance and divine connection.

From Celtic roots meaning 'settlement by the burnt land' or 'from Brenton.' Associated with strong geographical heritage and territorial meaning.

Son of Tay; derived from the River Tay in Scotland. A modern patronymic adapting Scottish geographical and familial naming traditions.

Friend or ally; derived from the Dakota people's autonym meaning 'allies.' Modern usage blends this tribal heritage with contemporary naming trends.

From Arabic meaning 'splendid' or 'brilliant'. Also the name of Yemen's capital city, symbolizing strength and heritage.

Derived from the Gaelic 'Moray,' a region in northeast Scotland. Historically used as a clan name, it evolved into a personal given name meaning 'of the sea' or 'seaman.'

A fine, soft fabric from Kashmir. The name derives from the Himalayan region in South Asia, historically renowned for luxurious textile production and trade.

From Old English 'brad' (broad) and 'ford' (river crossing). Refers to a broad ford or wide shallow river crossing.

Named after the Galilee region in ancient Israel. The name derives from Hebrew 'Galil' meaning 'district' or 'circuit,' referring to the northern region of biblical Israel.

From Sanskrit meaning 'cave dwelling' or 'mountain cave', also refers to the Ellora Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage site in India with ancient rock-cut temples.

From Welsh 'cam' (crooked) and 'bre' (hill), referring to a bent or curved hill; alternatively interpreted as a feminine form meaning 'crooked brightness'

From the Spanish word for a flat, treeless grassland. Refers to the type of tropical or subtropical landscape.

From a place name meaning 'valley of the river Kent.' It combines elements referencing a water valley and suggests a connection to landscape and geography.

From Old Norse Svea, the ancient name for Sweden. Historically refers to the Svea people and their kingdom.

Valley of the river. A Scottish place-name derived from the geographical feature of a narrow watercourse valley, used as a given name.

The name refers to the Lakota people, a Sioux tribe, or may derive from 'Lakhota' meaning 'alliance of friends' in the Dakota language.

Scottish river name, the River Neva flows through the Highlands. Also potentially from Latin 'nevis' meaning snow, referencing snowy peaks.

From Milano, the Italian city of Milan. Used as a given name to evoke the fashion capital and Lombardy region.