It is not unusual for people to hear the idea of Gothic names and think of something scary.
But, that is just a small part of it. Gothic names often have special meanings beneath the surface - in this list, you will find names associated with goddesses and beauty as well as those with ties with the dark side of life.
A baby carries their name with them forever, hence it is an important decision and parents often like to take their time to choose a unique name that is perfect for their newborn. For parents on the search for the perfect name, Gothic names can be a fantastic option. They take their root from mythology and eighteenth-century literature, and many have ties with mysterious and magical ideas. So, if you're still thinking of a unique name to give your baby girl, but you’re tired of the regular option, why not take some inspiration from these Gothic baby girl names? Goth names always carry weight - both in meaning and in beauty. Take some inspiration from this list of Gothic girl names and the meanings behind them.
Ultima, Meaning: last Origin: Latin, Italian ~ View Detail
Columba, Meaning: dove Origin: Latin ~ View Detail
Trista: This name means 'deep sadness'.
Hebe: A Goddess of youthful prime.
Scarlet: Old English name that means 'red' or 'deep red'.
Zoey: Derived from Greek, this name means 'life'.
Ormanda, Meaning: mariner Origin: Latin
Annabelle: From Latin and French, meaning 'the beauty of grace.'
Zella: This name means 'beautiful', perfect for your baby girl.
Esther: This name is from Babylonian mythology and it means 'the Goddess of love'.
Pixie: This name is connected with Swedish dialect. It simply means 'fairy'.
Aurora: This name was given to the Latin Goddess of dawn.
Domini, Origin: Latin variation of Dominic
Juno: The name of a Latin Goddess for good marriage and childbirth.
Nerezza: This name is of Italian origin, it means 'darkness'.
Athena: Derived from Greek, it means 'Goddess of wisdom and war'.
Ebony: Greek origin, this baby name means 'deep black wood'.
Isolabella: This means 'a beautiful lonely one'.
Morgana: A Welsh fairy name that means 'from the sea'.
Feronia: Derived from Latin; it means 'Goddess of the forest'.
Araysh: This name has Urdu roots, its means 'shadower" or 'lucky number three'.
Miriam: It has Hebrew roots and means 'river of bitterness' or 'rebellion'.
Adrienne: Meaning 'a dark lady from the sea'.
Avery: An English name which means 'ruler of elves'.
Claudia: A Roman girl name that means 'lame'.
Freya: This name is of Norse origin, it means 'noble lady' or 'Goddess of fertility'.
Tuliana, Origin: Combination of Tulia and Ana
Quintina, Meaning: fifth Origin: Latin
Aspen: This simple Goth name is also of English roots. It means 'shaking tree'.
Clio: From Greek etymology, it means 'proclaimer'.
Sebastiane, Meaning: from Sebastia Origin: Latin
Xena: Greek origin, meaning 'warrior princess'.
Edgar: Old English origin, it means 'strong and courageous'.
Gardener, Meaning: keeper of the garden Origin: Latin
Lydia: A Greek name for a girl, meaning 'noble one'.
Ella: Popularly used as the short form of other names, this name is the Hebrew word for 'Goddess'.
Rainn: English, derived from rain. It means 'rain' or 'reaching purity'.
Leia: Hebrew origin, meaning 'weary'.
Aslaug: Of Norwegian origin, this name means 'a woman betrothed to a God'.
Agnes: English origin, an ancient witch name that means 'purity'.
Damienne: Derived from Greek, it means 'prophecy' or 'prognostication'.
Martia, Meaning: warlike Origin: Variation of Marcia, Latin
Melanie: A Greek name that means 'darkness'.
Fae: Old English and French word for 'fairy'.
Quintella: Latin origin, coined from the masculine form Quintus. It means 'fifth'.
Venus: Derived from Roman mythology, this is the name of the Goddess of love and beauty.
Fulvia, Meaning: blond one Origin: Latin
Nisha: From Hindi origin, it means 'night'.
Emily: English origin; it literally means 'rival'.
Branwen: from Welsh mythology, this name means 'raven hair'.
Nyx: Derived from Greek, it simply means 'night'.
Gregoria, Meaning: alert, watchful Origin: Latin
Brucie: English origin, used in the Medieval age. It means 'a forest fairy'.
Aphrodite: Derived from Greek mythology, this is the name of the Greek Goddess of love and peace.
Ava: Derived from Latin, it means 'bird-like'.
Quartilla, Meaning: fourth Origin: Latin
Astrid: Scandinavian origin; it means 'loved by the Gods'.
Ashleigh: An old English name which can be traced to meaning 'ash trees'.
Blair: English name of Gaelic roots, meaning 'battlefield'.
Martina: Roman origin, meaning 'fighter' or a 'lover of war'.
Lanira: This name means 'a powerful sorceress'.
Rhea: From Greek mythology, this is the name of the mother of Zeus. It means 'flowing'.
Fionna: Celtic origin, it means 'fair'.
Mary: Latin origin, this name means 'bitterness' or 'sea of sorrow'.
Riley: Irish origin, meaning 'brave' or 'tough'.
Harper: Derived from English and Irish. It simply means 'harp'.
Charlotte: This name with French origins refers to a royal infant fairy that protects babies.
Penna, Meaning: feather Origin: Latin
Jett: This is a name for a beautiful gemstone.
Payton: English origin and gender-neutral. It means 'fighting man’s estate'.
Paige: Of Latin origin, meaning 'young assistant', or 'a Knight'.
Saya: This is a Japanese name. It means 'sand'.
Desdemona: Greek, female version of Desmond. It means 'misery'.
Carey: This name being 'belonging to the Irish tribe'. It’s a lovely Goth name for a baby girl.
Anda: From Spanish origin, this is a name given to a 'brave one'.
Cesarina, Origin: Feminine version of Caesar
Doris: Of Greek origin, this name means 'gotten from the ocean', it has recently grown in popularity.
Miso: Derived from Greek, a rare goth name denoting 'hatred'.
Kali: From Hindu mythology, a Goddess of destruction. Nevertheless, she’s a symbol of a virtuous mother figure.
Calida: Derived from Arcadian mythology, this name means 'spirit' or 'an immortal being'.
Hesperia: This beautiful Gothic name means 'evening star'.
Campana, Meaning: bell ringer Origin: Latin
Verdi, Meaning: green Origin: Latin
Bruna: An Italian name for a girl with dark hair.
Amaris: Derived from Hebrew, this name means 'child of the moon'.
Zara: This name means 'seed' in Arabic.
Tiana: Russian origin, it means 'fairy Queen'.
Hera: Derived from Greek. Hera is the Goddess of women and her name means 'beauty'.
Parisa: Persian origin, this name means 'fairy-like'.
Luci: Derived from Latin, meaning 'light.’
Jade: Derived from Spanish, it means 'a precious stone'.
Aria: A unisex Italian name that means 'air'.
Adara: This is a feminine name denoting ‘fire’. It is of Hebrew origin.
Amaya: A simple Goth name meaning 'night rain'.
Autumn: Derived from Latin, it means 'dark brown'.
Lola: Of Spanish and German origin, it means 'sorrow'.
Zillar: A Hebrew name that means 'shade'.
Kiara: An Irish name meaning 'dark'.
Aelwen: Derived from Welsh, it means 'beautiful brows'.
Lisha: Gothic name denoting 'dusk'.
Gazella, Meaning: gazelle Origin: Latin
Tarragon, Origin: Latin herb name
Eira: Welsh name that means 'snow'.
Zuri: Swahili origin, this name simply means 'beautiful'.
Urva: A Gothic baby name with Islamic roots meaning 'strengthener'.
Molly: An English name meaning 'of the river or sea'.
Layla: Derived from Hebrew with roots in Arabic. It means 'night beauty'.
Meri: Of Finnish origin, this name means 'sea'.
Valley: The low lands are so inspiring you may want to name your baby after them.
