Female and male first names beginning with the letter “E”..

Unique name of unknown origin with no widely accepted meaning. It has been used as both a boys' and girls' name throughout history, sometimes as a shortened form of longer names like Eldred or Eldora, but often independently.

Irish-origin name derived from the surname O'Dea, meaning "descendant of David".

Slavic name of Yugoslavian origin meaning "noble" or "wise".

Unique name of unknown origin and meaning, believed to be either derived from Welsh 'Eluned' meaning 'harmony', or Italian 'Elda' meaning 'noble'. Despite its unclear history and lack of notable bearers, Eldina's rarity and mystery make it appealing to parents seeking distinctive names for their daughters.

Rare, Scandinavian name derived from Old Norse elements 'æl' meaning elf and 'vinr' meaning friend, translating to "elf friend.

Unique unisex given name with unknown origin, lacking established cultural or linguistic roots. Its rarity makes it an appealing choice for parents seeking distinctive names with room for personal interpretation.

Uncommon yet significant Italian name derived from 'aldo', meaning 'noble' or 'wise', carrying ancient roots and historical precedent.

English given name derived from Old English "eald" meaning old and "dun" meaning hill, signifying 'old hill'.

English name of Old English origin that translates to "old hill", derived from the words "eald" meaning old or ancient, and "dun" referring to a hill.

Uncommon female name of unknown origin, possibly derived from Old English 'eald' meaning old and 'dun' meaning hill.

Rare English given name with an unclear origin; some suggest it might derive from Old English 'eald' (old) and '-dona', yet this is unconfirmed. It has gained recent popularity likely due to its unique sound and scarcity, as only a few babies have been named Eldonna each year in the U.S. since 1960.

Nordic name derived from Old Norse elements meaning "noble glory," associated with dwarves guarding golden apples in Norse mythology.

Unique and elegant Greek name that means "gift from the elders," symbolizing respect, honor, and tradition.

Rare but significant Latin-derived name meaning 'noble' or 'generous,' popular among Roman nobility throughout history and worn by notable figures like Eldoris of Ravenna.

Rare Norwegian name derived from Old Norse elements meaning 'old bear', symbolizing strength and longevity, with roots in ancient Scandinavian mythology.

Unique given name of unknown origin, offering flexibility in pronunciation and meaning.

English male given name derived from Old English words "æled" meaning "noble" or "wealthy," and "rēden" meaning "counsel" or "protection," signifying "noble counsel" or "rich protector.

Ancient English name derived from 'æld' (old) and 'hryð' (shield), signifying "protector of the aged". It was popular in medieval England and introduced via Normandy post-1066, with variations like Aldred and Alred also used amongst nobility. Today, Eldred is rare but unique, offering historical charm for both boys and girls.

Uncommon English given name derived from an Old English surname meaning 'ancient clearing'.

Welsh unisex name derived from "elder," meaning "noble" or "older.

Anglo-Saxon name derived from the Old English elements "æld" (old/noble) and "rīc" (power/rich), signifying someone powerful or noble. Popular among the Anglo-Saxons in medieval England, Eldric's usage has declined since, making it a rare but intriguing choice today.

Eldrich: Germanic origin, Old English 'eald' (old) + 'ric' (power). Popularized by H.P. Lovecraft in his Cthulhu Mythos stories. Rare today, evokes literary associations.

Distinctive male name of African American origin, derived from 'Elder' (older or wise) and 'Rick' (a shortened form of Richard meaning strong). Popularized by golfer Tiger Woods, its creator Earl Woods Sr. intended to honor Black community leaders.

Distinctively Scandinavian name derived from the Old Norse elements 'aldr' (age) and 'fríðr' (beautiful), meaning "beauty of old age".

Rare Norse feminine given name, derived from "aldr" (old) and "búi" (dweller), meaning 'dweller of the old'.

English surname and given name with Old English origins, meaning "old power" or "ancient strength", likely bestowed upon wise and experienced individuals or brave warriors.

Eldridge is an English name derived from Old English elements "aeld" meaning "old" or "noble", and "ric" meaning "power". It translates to "noble ruler" or "strong old one", reflecting wisdom, strength, and nobility.

Distinctive Welsh name derived from 'elder', meaning 'to shine'.

Rare Germanic name meaning "old friend," derived from Old English elements "æld" and "wine.

Rare Scottish boy's name derived from "Eilean Donn", meaning "island of brown".

The name Ele is Greek in origin and means 'sun'.

Greek-origin name meaning "sun," derived from Helios, the personification of the sun in Greek mythology.

Distinctive Hebrew feminine name that translates to "God is my light.

Greek-derived feminine given name meaning "torch" or "shining light," derived from the Greek word for olive tree, symbolizing peace and prosperity.

Greek-derived name meaning 'olive tree,' symbolizing peace, wisdom, and fertility.

Greek feminine name meaning "torch" or "corposant," deriving from the ancient Greek word "Ἑλένη".

Eleenaar is a distinctive name of Welsh origin derived from the French name Alienor, brought to France by Eleanor of Aquitaine, a prominent medieval figure known for her intelligence, courage, and political acumen.

Eleane, of Greek origin, means 'olive tree' and is associated with peace, prosperity, abundance, wisdom, and courage.

Rare, elegant Greek name meaning "torch" or "shining light", derived from the word "elaia" for olive tree, with historical associations to mythology and literature.

Unique Greek name derived from Helena, meaning 'torch' or 'light', popularized by Helen of Troy.