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This is a list of submitted names in which the gender is masculine; and the description contains the keyword father.
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Fess m English (American)
Transferred use of the surname Fess.... [more]
Finarfin m Literature
Originally the name was Arafinwë, meaning "noble Finwë" in Quenya. Finarfin is the Sindarin translation, with Finwë added to the front of the name.... [more]
Fingar m History (Ecclesiastical)
The name of an obscure Irish saint. According to legend, Fingar and his sister Piala were children of an Irish king. They were converted by Saint Patrick, driven into exile by their father, and landed first in Brittany, where they were well received, before moving on to Cornwall where they died at the hand of Tewdrick, king of Dumnonia... [more]
Finoés m Arthurian Cycle
Son of the mighty Lyanor of the Mountain. He fought with his father – neither knowing the other’s identity – and was killed.
Finwë m Literature
Quenya name; the meaning is unclear, but is most likely derived from the element fin "hair". Finwë was the original High King of the Noldor Elves in the works of J. R. R. Tolkien.... [more]
Fjǫrgynn m Norse Mythology
Masculine form of Fjǫrgyn. Fjǫrgynn was the father of Frigg in Norse mythology.
Forgall m Irish Mythology
Perhaps related to Irish forgella "testifies". In Irish legend he was the father of Emer, nicknamed "the cunning, dextrous, wily". The Wily Lord of Lusca tried to prevent his daughter marrying Cúchulainn and, rather than face the champion's wrath, leapt to his death from the ramparts of his fortress.
Fragus m Arthurian Cycle
Father of Guiron the Courteous. He was the son of Argons and the grandson of Febus of France.
Frowin m German (Archaic), English (Archaic), Anglo-Saxon Mythology
Derived from Old High German frot, fruot "wise" and wini "friend". Frowin figures as a governor of Schleswig in Gesta Danorum and in the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle as an ancestor of the kings of Wessex, but the latter source only tells that he was the son of Friðgar and the father of Wig.
Fusu m Chinese
This name comes from “The Mountain Has Fusu Trees” (山有扶苏), a folk song featured in the Chinese Classic of Poetry (诗经, also called the Book of Songs). Fusu (扶苏) is a type of tree theorized to be the mulberry tree, though the name can also mean the lushness and thriving nature of a tree... [more]
Gabrán m Scottish Gaelic
From the Old Irish root gabar or gabarán which means "taking/seizing".... [more]
Gæirreðr m Norse Mythology
Derived from geir "spear" and friðr "love, peace". In the Grímnismál, Gæirreðr is raised by Odin while his brother Agnarr is raised by Frigg... [more]
Galaas m Arthurian Cycle
A fearsome giant, surnamed ‘the Moor’ or ‘the Mighty’, found in Heinrich von dem Türlin’s Diu Crône.... [more]
Ganni m Assyrian (Rare)
Name honors Chaldean martyr, Father Ragheed Ganni from Iraq. Soon to be a Catholic saint.... [more]
Gargantua m Literature
A name used by one of the book's main characters and father of Pantagruel in François Rabelais' novel Pentalogy Gargantua and Pantagruel, it is also used as the namesake for the English word gargantuan... [more]
Gatag m Ossetian Mythology
Meaning unknown. Gatag is a water spirit in Ossetian mythology and the father of Syrdon in the Nart epics. Since he was the ruler of water, he could cut off the Narts' water supply at any time he desired, but he chose to befriend them instead... [more]
Gedleyihlekisa m Southern African, Zulu
In the case of former South African president Jacob Zuma (1942-), the name means "the one who smiles while causing you harm" in Zulu. His middle name was invented by his father, who based it on the phrase ngeke ngithule umuntu engigedla engihlekisa meaning "I won't keep quiet when someone deceives me with a beautiful smile while he is doing damage to me".
Gemalli m Biblical
Gemalli of the house of Dan was the father of Ammiel, a scout sent to Canaan prior to the crossing of the Jordan River according to Numbers 13:4.
Gerenton m Arthurian Cycle
An ancestor of Arthur and father of Conan, he was mentioned in Gallet’s pedigree.
Geronte m Guanche
Borne by the father of Guanche leader Tenesor.
Ghazali m Arabic, Malay
From the Arabic surname الغزالي (al-Ghazāli), borne by 11th-century Sunni scholar Abu Hamid al-Ghazali. His name may have been derived from Arabic غزل (ghazala) meaning "to spin, to whirl", referencing his father's occupation as a weaver, or from the name of a village called Ghazalah in present-day Iran.
Ghmerti m Georgian Mythology
Derived from Georgian ღმერთი (ghmert'i), from Old Georgian ღმერთი ‎(ɣmerti), and ultimately from Proto-Kartvelian *ɣamort- meaning "God". Ghmerti is the supreme god in Georgian mythology and head of all the other deities... [more]
Giddonah m Mormon
Amulek's father.
Gideoni m Biblical
Gideoni was a member of the house of Benjamin according to Numbers 1:11. He was the father of Abidan.
Giora m Hebrew
Means "proselyte, convert to Judaism" in Aramaic. Simon bar Giora was a Jewish military leader in the First Jewish-Roman War (66-73 CE) whose father may have been a Gentile converted to Judaism.
Gismirante m Arthurian Cycle
Hero of Antonio Pucci’s romance, from the fourteenth century, bearing his name, Gismirante, the son of a former Knight of the Round Table, left his home in Rome for Arthur’s court after his father, on his deathbed, bade him to make the journey... [more]
Giunëur m Obscure (Modern, Rare)
According to the creator and only bearer of this name, it means "son of his father" in Wolof.
Gobryas m Old Persian (Hellenized), Ancient Greek, History
Hellenized form of Gaubaruva. This name was borne by several Persian noblemen; one of them was both the father-in-law as well as the brother-in-law of Darius the Great.
Good-gift m English (Puritan, Rare)
Referring to James 1:17, "Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning."
Gouverneur m English (American)
Likely from the French word gouverneur, meaning "governor". Notable bearers include American founding father Gouverneur Morris (1752-1816), American politician Gouverneur Kemble (1786-1875), sportsman Gouverneur Cadwalader (1880-1935), and United States Army general Gouverneur K. Warren (1830-1882).
Gralon m Medieval Breton, Breton Legend
Younger form of Gratlon. In Breton legend, Gralon was the king of Kêr-Is and the father of Ahez.
Grandgousier m Literature
Means "big throat" in French, from grand "large, senior" and French gosier "gullet". Grandgousier is a fictional character in Gargantua and Pantagruel who is the husband of Gargamelle and the father of Gargantua.
Grifone m Medieval Italian
Derived from grifone, which is one of the Italian words for a griffin (the other one being grifo - see Grifo), the legendary creature from Greek mythology... [more]
Grifonetto m Medieval Italian
Diminutive of Grifone, as -etto is an Italian masculine diminutive suffix.... [more]
Gǔn m Chinese, Chinese Mythology, Far Eastern Mythology
In Chinese mythology, this is the father of Yu the Great (Wenming). He was the first person who tried to quell the Great Flood, but he failed and was either exiled or executed at Yushan (Feather Mountain)... [more]
Gwyar m Welsh Mythology
Means "gore, blood" in Welsh. In Welsh legend Gwyar was the father of Arthur's warriors Gwalchmei and Gwalhafed... [more]
Hammedatha m Biblical
Hammedatha was an Agagite and the father of Haman.
Hamor m Biblical
Hamor was the father of Shechem. Shechem defiled Dinah according to Genesis 34.
Harpalycus m Greek Mythology, Roman Mythology
Derived from Ancient Greek ἁρπάζω (harpázō) meaning "to seize, snatch, carry off" or ἅρπαξ (harpax) meaning "rapacious, ravening; thief, robber" combined with λύκος (lýkos) meaning "wolf"... [more]
Harran m Muslim
In Islamic tradition, this was associated with the name Aran 2, first mentioned in Genesis 11 as being the brother of Abram who became the patriarch Abraham... [more]
Harum m Biblical
Father of Aharhel.
Hathagat m Anglo-Saxon (Rare)
Possibly derived from haþu "battle, combat" and gaut "Geat". This was the name of an early Saxon leader considered the founding father of Saxony.
Hati m & f Norse Mythology, Swedish (Rare), Finnish, Old Norse
Means "despiser, hater". In Norse mythology Hati is a wolf who pursues the moon. He is the son of Hróðvitnir (another name for Fenrir), the father of Hrímgarðr, and the brother of Skǫll, who pursues the sun.
Hayrenik m Armenian
Means "fatherland" in Armenian.
Hefeydd m Welsh Mythology
Unknown etymology.... [more]
Helam m Biblical, Biblical Hebrew, Portuguese (Brazilian, Rare), Mormon
Derived from Hebrew חֵילָם (Helam), which is the name of a biblical town where king David and his army fought and won a battle against the army of the Syrian king Hadadezer... [more]
Helon m Biblical
Helon was a member of the house of Zebulun according to Numbers 1:9. He was the father of Eliab.
Heman m Biblical
His name means Faithful, but can be rendered as "God is faithful" because of God keeping his promise to bless him. ... [more]
Herfǫðr m Norse Mythology
Derived from herr ("army") and faðir ("father"). This is a by-name for Odin.
Hermenegild m Germanic, English, Catalan, Polish
Variant of Hermengild. Saint Hermenegild lived in the 6th century AD and was killed on order of his own father, King Liuvigild of the Visigoths.
Hipponicus m Ancient Greek (Latinized)
Latinized form of Hipponikos. This name was borne by an Athenian military commander from the 5th century BC, who was the father-in-law of the statesman Alcibiades.
Hircine m Popular Culture
Meaning "goat", from the Middle English hircyne, from Latin hircinus, from hircus, goat.... [more]
Hiruzen m Popular Culture
It's name of Hiruzen Sarutobi, the third hokage of Konoha in Naruto anime and manga series.... [more]
Hlǫðver m Old Norse, Norse Mythology
Variant of Hlǫðvér. In Norse mythology this is the name of Hervǫr and Hlaðgunnr's father.
Hobab m Biblical
Hobab was Moses' brother-in-law (Numbers 10:29) or father-in-law (Judges 4:11). The relevant part of Numbers 10:29 reads: "And Moses said unto Hobab, the son of Reuel the Midianite, Moses' father-in-law"... [more]
Hoc m Anglo-Saxon Mythology
Anglo-Saxon form of Huoching.... [more]
Hori m Biblical
Hori of the house of Simeon was the father of Shaphat, a scout sent to Canaan prior to the crossing of the Jordan River according to Numbers 13:5.
Hotham m Biblical
A biblical name meaning "seal", "signet", or "lock".... [more]
Hrímnir m Norse Mythology, Icelandic
Derived from Old Norse hrīm "rime, hoarfrost; soot". This is the name of a jǫtunn in Norse mythology. In the 'Völsunga saga' mentioned as the father of Hljóð, and in the poem 'Hyndluljóð' as the father of Heiðr and Hrossþjófr.
Hume m English (Rare)
Transferred use of the surname Hume. A well-known bearer of this name was the Canadian actor Hume Cronyn (1911-2003), who himself had been named after his father, the Canadian politician Hume Cronyn, Sr... [more]
Humza m Arabic
Variant transcription of Hamza. A famous bearer of Humza is Humza Yousaf (1985-) is a Scottish politician who is the Minister for Europe and International Development and a Scottish National Party Member of the Scottish Parliament for Glasgow... [more]
Huoching m Medieval German
Förstemann derives this name from the stem hôc that he relates to the Old Norse word hoekingr "sword, that cuts off the extremities".... [more]
Hupalupa m Guanche
Meaning uncertain. It was borne by a Guanche chief who took part in the murder of Spanish conquistador Hernán Peraza, alongside Hautacuperche... [more]
Hymir m Norse Mythology, Icelandic (Modern, Rare)
Of uncertain origin, possibly related to Old Norse húm meaning "semi-darkness, twilight". In Norse mythology this was the name of a giant (jǫtunn), according to Hymiskviða the father of the god Tyr, from whom Thor wanted to fetch a cauldron for the Æsir... [more]
Hyperechios m Late Greek, History (Ecclesiastical)
Derived from the Greek verb ὑπερέχω (hyperecho) meaning "to be above, to rise over the horizon" as well as "to excel, to outdo".... [more]
Hyperechius m Late Greek (Latinized), History (Ecclesiastical)
Latinized form of Hyperechios. This name was borne by two saints, one of whom was a Desert Father who lived in the 4th or 5th century AD.
Hystaspes m Old Persian (Hellenized), History
Hellenized form of Vishtaspa. This was the name of the father of Darius the Great.
Iaius m Greek Mythology
Iaius was the father of Oedipus in Greek mythology
Ialdabaoth m Gnosticism, Jewish Legend, Phoenician Mythology
The first archon of darkness. In Hebrew, cabala, and Gnostic lore, Iadalbaoth is the demiourgos, occupying a position immediately below the 'unknown Father'. In Phoenician mythology, he is one of the 7 elohim, creators of the visible universe... [more]
Icarius m Late Roman
The father of Penelope, or an alternative spelling for Icarus.
Idœl m Arthurian Cycle
Father of Arthur’s knight Johfreit de Liez.
If-Jesus-Christ-had-not-died-for-thee-thou-hadst-been-damned m English (Puritan)
Means "if Jesus Christ had not died for your sins, you shall be confined to damnation". This was the baptismal name of the English economist, physician and financial speculator Nicholas Barebone (or Barbon; ca... [more]
Igmar m Afrikaans
Afrikaans. Combination of his mother and fathers name. Siegfried and Marieta. Ig and Mar. Combined Igmar
Ikkesh m Biblical
Tekoite and father of Ira, one of King David's Warriors (2 Samuel 23:26, 1 Chronicles 11:28).
Ilax m Arthurian Cycle
The father of Erec, according to the Norse version of the story of Erec, the Erex Saga.
Ilúvatar m Literature
The creator god in Tolkien's mythology. ... [more]
Imain m Arthurian Cycle
Duke of Tulmein and brother-in-law of Enide’s father Koralus.... [more]
Imla m Biblical
Meaning "whom God will fill up," "fullness" or "replenisher." Father or progenitor of Micaiah the prophet.
Inglor m Literature
Inglor was the name of a Ñoldor Elf who was the father of Gildor Inglorion.... [more]
Intef m Ancient Egyptian
From Egyptian jnj-jt.f meaning "(he) whom his father brought", derived from jnj "to bring", jt "father", and .f "his". This name was borne by several Egyptian pharaohs.
Inyotef m Ancient Egyptian
Ancient Egyptian masculine name meaning "(he) whom his father brought".
Ioruaidh m Arthurian Cycle
The son of the King of Iceland, father of Rathlean and, through her, according to the Irish romance Visit of Grey Ham, the grandfather of Ailleann.
Ira m & f Hinduism
In Hinduism, Ira (ईर) is the name of the wind-god who is the father of the monkey god Hanuman. His name means "wind" in Sanskrit.... [more]
Isoroku m Japanese (Rare, Archaic)
Archaic form of the number 56. A notable bearer is Japanese World War II general Isoroku Yamamoto, who was given the name due to his father being 56 when he was born.
Ívaldi m Old Norse, Norse Mythology
Meaning unknown; possibly an Old Norse form of Iwawaldan or Inhu-waldan. In Norse mythology Ívaldi was the father of a dwarfs... [more]
Izhar m Biblical
The father of Korah, Nepheg, and Zichri, and was a son of Kohath and grandson of Levi.
Jabal m Hebrew
Means "a stream" in Hebrew. In the Old Testament, Jabal was the son of Lamech and Adah, and brother to Jubal... [more]
Jabru m Near Eastern Mythology, Elamite Mythology
This was the name of an obscure but very old god in Elamite religion. It is uncertain what the meaning of his name was in the Elamite language. Most sources equate him with the Babylonian god Anu 2, so he must have been a god of the heavens... [more]
Ja-chun m Korean, History
Meaning unknown. This was the name of I Ja-chun (1315-1361), father of Joseon's founder Seong-gye. His son posthumously declared him King Hwanjo of Joseon.
Jaco m Obscure (Rare)
A nickname of John Francis Anthony Pastorius III (1951-1987), of uncertain origin.... [more]
Jalaur m Alur
Meaning “passenger”. A famous bearer was Jalusiga’s older half-brother, who was a temporary replacement for their father Amula from 1917-22 when he was in exile.
Jalon m English (Modern), Biblical
In the Old Testament (1 Chronicles 4:17), Jalon was one of four sons of Ezrah, and the uncle of Miriam, Shammai and Ishbah (father of Eshtemoa)... [more]
Janak m Indian
Father of Sita Devi, wife of Lord Ram of the Indian epic Ramayana. Means "Father" in the sense of a patron(?)
Jang m Korean, History
Meaning unknown. This was the personal name of Crown Prince Uigyeong (1438-1457), son of King Sejo and father of King Seongjong.
Jarom m Mormon
A prophet from The Book of Mormon, Jarom was one of many authors and has his own book, The Book of Jarom. He was the son of Enos and father of Omni.
Jascaphin m Arthurian Cycle
Father of Gawain and Clarissant in Heinrich von dem Türlin’s Diu Crône. His wife was Queen Morcades (Morgause). When King Jascaphin died, his brother banished Morcades from Orcanie.... [more]
Jaskaran m Indian
Meaning Sun of God, Gift of God, Gift of My Father
Jediael m Biblical
This name is comprised of two parts: ידע (yada'), meaning "to know" and אל ('el), which is the abbreviated form of אלהים ('elohim), referring to "God".... [more]
Jeiel m Biblical
Jeiel is referred to as the "father of Gibeon" and is an ancestor of King Saul.
Jekamiah m Biblical (?)
1 Chronicles 2:41 Jekamiah was the son of Shallum and the father of Elishama.
Jephunneh m Hebrew, Biblical
Meaning "for whom a way is prepared." The father of Caleb, and a son of Jether, an Asherite, in the Bible.
Jeyvier m Spanish (Caribbean, Rare)
Borne by Puerto Rican boxer Jeyvier Cintrón (1995-), whose father is named Javier.
Jidenna m Igbo
"Hold the Father"
Joanan m Biblical
Means "Yahweh has been gracious". In the Bible, he was the father of Joda and the son of Rhesa in the genealogy of Jesus.
Joda m Biblical
In the Bible, the father of Josek and the son of Joanan in the genealogy of Jesus.
Jogli m Biblical Hebrew
Jogli was the father of Bukki, a prince of the Tribe of Dan. (Num. 34:22)
Josek m Biblical
In the Bible, the father of Semein and the son of Joda.
Jovelin m Arthurian Cycle
Father of Kahedins and Isolde of the White Hands (Iseult) in Gottfried’s Tristan.... [more]
Juba m Berber
Juba I was a King of Numidia. He was the son and successor to King of Numidia Hiempsal II. Juba was the father of King of Numidia and later Mauretania Juba II
Jugemu m Folklore, Japanese Mythology
Means "limitless life", from Japanese 寿 (ju) meaning "age; years", 限 (ge) meaning "limit" and 無 (mu) meaning "none". This is only the initial part of a ridiculously long name in a humorous rakugo story of a couple who could not decide on a name for their infant son, which resulted in the father being suggested several names by a Buddhist priest... [more]
Júnior m Portuguese
Like the English name Junior, used in Portuguese most often for a boy who has the same name as his father. It is also sometimes used as an independent name.
Junjun m Filipino
Diminutive of Junior, typically used as a nickname for boys with the same name as his father.
Kakajan m Turkmen
From Turkmen 'kaka,' meaning "father," and Persian جان (jân), meaning "soul, life-force."
Kalegras m Arthurian Cycle
The name of both Tristan’s father and Tristan’s son in the Icelandic Saga af Tristram ok Ísodd, from Canelengres, Tristan’s father’s surname in German romance.... [more]
Kallen m & f American
A Utah created name combining the father's name Allen with the mother's name Karen 1, Kayla, or Kaeleen
Kamelin m Arthurian Cycle
A Knight of the Round Table and son of King Alfred of Ireland.... [more]
Kanafinwë m Literature
Means "strong-voiced Finwë". In Tolkien's Legendarium this is the father-name of Maglor, Fëanor's second son and the foster father of Elrond and Elros... [more]
Karamchand m Indian
From Sanskrit कर्म (kárma) meaning "action, work, deed" combined with चन्द (cand) meaning "moon". A notable bearer was Karamchand Uttamchand Gandhi (1822-1885), the father of Mohandas Gandhi.
Kaylet m Arthurian Cycle
The King of Spain and Castille during the reign of Uther in Britain. His capital was Toledo. He was prompted by his uncle Schiltunc to join King Vridebrant of Scotland’s invasion of the African kingdom of Zazamanc... [more]
Kenaz m Biblical Hebrew
Father of Othniel and Caleb in the book of Joshua
Keōua m Hawaiian
Means "the rain cloud" in Hawaiian, from Hawaiian definite article ka with ao "cloud" and ua "rain". This was the name of an Ancient Hawaiian noble and the father of Kamehameha I, the first King of united Hawaiʻi.
Khorældar m Ossetian Mythology
Meaning unknown. In Ossetian mythology, Khorældar is the god of bread, patron of harvest, and father of Borkhuarali. When his son was killed by Batraz, he decided to punish the Narts by putting them in famine.
Khuwaylid m Arabic (Rare)
Means "eternal, immortal", derived from Arabic خَلَدَ (ḵalada) "to last forever, to be everlasting" (etymologically related to Khalid). Khuwaylid ibn Asad was the father of the Prophet Muhammad's first wife, Khadija.
Kigotho m Kikuyu
Kukuyu name meaning Father of many children
Kishi m Biblical Hebrew
Kishi (also Kushaiah) is a figure in the Old Testament. 1 Chronicles 6:44 states Kishi is a Merarite, and the father of the ancestor of Ethan the minstrel.
Kolaiah m Biblical, Hebrew
From the Hebrew name קוֹלָיָה (Qolayah) meaning "voice of Yahweh" from קוֹל (qol) "sound, voice" and Yah. This was the name of two biblical Israelites, one of whom was the father of Ahab and 'a false prophet and a lecherous man'.
Koralus m Arthurian Cycle
The name of Enide’s father according to Hartmann von Aue. He is called Licorant (Liconal) by Chrétien de Troyes.... [more]
Korla m Sorbian
Sorbian form of Karl. Korla Awgust Kocor (German: Karl August Katzer), born 1822, was a Sorbian composer and conductor.... [more]
Kuafu m Chinese Mythology, Far Eastern Mythology
From a combination of the characters 夸 (kua, meaning “boast”) and 父 (fu, meaning “father”). Kuafu was a giant in Chinese mythology most well known for trying to chase or race with the sun... [more]
Kumarbi m Hurrian Mythology
Kumarbi is the chief god of the Hurrians. He is the son of Anu (the sky), and father of the storm-god Teshub. He was identified by the Hurrians with Sumerian Enlil, by the Greeks as Kronos and by the Ugaritians with El.... [more]
Kyledyr m Welsh Mythology
An Arthurian warrior who was the son of Nwython. Kyledyr or Cyledyr was loyal to the warrior Gwythyr, and joined Gwythyr’s army during a war against Gwynn son of Nudd... [more]
Labban m Persian (?)
Possibly means "lion". ... [more]
Lạc Long Quân m Far Eastern Mythology
From Sino-Vietnamese 雒龍君 (Lạc Long Quân) meaning "Dragon Lord of the Lạc Việt", the name of a group of ancient tribes that inhabited northern Vietnam and southern China in the 3rd century BC... [more]
Ladon m Greek Mythology
In Greek mythology, Ladon was the dragon or serpent that guarded the golden apples of the Hesperides, and was killed by Herakles. It was also the name of a river god who was the father of Daphne and Metope.
Lagus m Ancient Greek (Latinized), History
Latinized form of Lagos. This was the name of one of the sons that Ptolemy I Soter I had with his lover Thais, as well as the name of Ptolemy's possible biological father.
Lambor m Arthurian Cycle
The King of Terre Foraine (Strange Land) or Logres, a Grail King descended from Bron. He ruled Corbenic and the Strange Land.... [more]
Lemogang m Tswana, Sotho
A known bearer is South African actor Lemogang Tsipa (1991-), who was born to a Pedi father and a Tswana mother.
Leodegan m Arthurian Cycle
King of Cameliard, father of Guenevere and Genievre.
Leodegrance m Arthurian Cycle, Welsh Mythology
King Leodegrance was Queen Guinevere's father from Arthurian mythology. "His earliest existing mention is in the Prose 'Lancelot', though he may be identical to Geoffrey of Monmouth’s Leodegar."
Leoline m & f Medieval English, English (Rare)
Medieval Anglicization of Llywelyn which has been documented from the 13th century onwards. (Cf. Leolin.) It was borne by Welsh politician Sir Leoline Jenkins (1625-1685)... [more]
Leonato m Spanish, Portuguese, Theatre
Spanish and Portuguese form of Leonnatus. This is the name of the father of Hero and/or Beatrice in William Shakespeare's romantic comedy 'Much Ado About Nothing' (1599).
Leovenath m Medieval English
Variant spelling of the Anglo-Saxon name Leofnoth. Leovenath was the father of the early English poet and chronicler Layamon.
Leto m Literature, Popular Culture
Name of a character, the father of the main character Paul Atreides in the novel 'Dune' (1965) and its franchise.
Liav m Hebrew
Combination of the name Li 2 means "to me" / "mine" and the word av means "father" in Hebrew. Usually masculine, rare as feminine. the meaning of this name is "my father" / "I have a father".
Locrinus m History, Literature
The name of a legendary king of the Britons, likely derived from the ancient Locrian people from the Central Greek region of Locris rather than having a Celtic source. This theory is supported by the fact that Locrinus had a father called Brutus of Troy, one of the most fanciful bits of romanticism found in Geoffrey of Monmouth's History of the British Kings... [more]
Loriston m English
Possibly a variant of the place name Lauriston, meaning "Lawrence's town". May also be transferred use of the surnames Loriston or Lauriston.... [more]
Luitfrid m Alsatian
Liutfrid (died probably 742) was the Duke of Alsace, the third in a line of Etichonid dukes dating back to circa 670. He succeeded his father Adalbert in 723. In the 720s he made his younger brother Eberhard count of the Sundgau... [more]
Lybed m Medieval Ukrainian (Rare, Archaic)
The only daughter of a father whose 3 sons: Shchek, Khoryv and Kyi founded the city of Kiev... [more]
Lyckle m West Frisian (Rare)
Shorter form or variant of Lyckele, which originated in late medieval times (as is evident by the archaic -ck- spelling), but is still in use to this day - albeit rarely... [more]
Maccabruno m Arthurian Cycle
In La Tavola Ritonda, Tristan assists his future father-in-law, Gilierchino, in quashing a rebellion led by Gilierchino’s nephew, Albroino. Maccabruno was another uncle of Albroino, whom he joined in the war.... [more]
Machi m Biblical
Machi of the Tribe of Gad was the father of Geuel, a scout sent to Canaan prior to the crossing of the Jordan River according to Numbers 13:15.
Magano m Arthurian Cycle
A kinsman of Tristan who helped murder Meliadus (Meliodas of Liones), Tristan’s father.... [more]
Magneto m Popular Culture, Portuguese (Brazilian)
Magneto is the 'mutant' name of an antagonist, and sometimes protagonist, of Marvel's X-Men line of comics. His real name is Max Eisenhardt, and he's used the alias of Erik Lehnsherr many times, though he is more frequently known simply as Magneto... [more]
Mahalalel m Hebrew
Means "praise of God" in Hebrew. In the Old Testament, Mahalalel was the great-great-grandson of Adam and great-great-great-grandfather of Noah... [more]
Mahol m Biblical
Meaning "dance," the father of four sons 1st Kings 4:31 who were inferior in wisdom only to Solomon.
Maidros m Literature
Maidros was the father of Bruithwir and the grandfather of Fëanor, according to the early version of the legendarium in The Book of Lost Tales.
Malchi-shua m Biblical
Meaning "King of help," one of the four sons of Saul I Chronicles 8:33. He perished along with his father in the battle of Gilboa Sa1. 31:2.
Mamamze m Georgian (Rare)
Derived from the Georgian noun მამა (mama) meaning "father" combined with the Georgian noun მზე (mze) meaning "sun".
Mamia m Georgian
Ultimately of foreign origin, i.e. either Greek or Latin. The meaning is thought to revolve around nursing a baby at the breast, which thus brings to mind the Latin verb mammo meaning "to give suck, to suckle (a baby)"... [more]
Mamika f & m Georgian (Rare), Russian (Archaic)
In both Georgia and Russia, the use of this name probably started in honour of the 4th-century female martyr Mamika (also known as Kamika), who is venerated in the Eastern Orthodox Church. She was one of the 26 Gothic Christians who were martyred under king Athanaric... [more]
Mamikon m Armenian, Georgian, Russian
Most likely from Old Georgian მამაჲ (mamay) meaning "father," with the diminutive suffix -իկ (-ik).
Mamisa f & m Georgian (Rare)
Means "of the father" in Georgian. It is derived from Georgian მამის (mamis), which is the genitive of the noun მამა (mama) meaning "father".... [more]
Mamisavar m Georgian (Rare)
Basically means "I am my father's child" in Georgian (literally: "I am of the father"), derived from Georgian მამის (mamis) meaning "of the father" (see Mamisa) combined with Georgian ვარ (var) meaning "I am".
Mamisimed m Georgian (Archaic)
Means "father's hope" in Georgian. It is derived from Georgian მამის (mamis) meaning "of the father" (see Mamisa) combined with the Georgian noun იმედი (imedi) meaning "hope" (see Imeda).... [more]
Mamistval m Georgian (Archaic)
Means "father's eye" in Georgian. It is derived from Georgian მამის (mamis) meaning "of the father" (see Mamisa) combined with the Georgian noun თვალი (tvali) meaning "eye".
Mandogran m Arthurian Cycle
The King of the Blossoming Valley and father of Daniel, an Arthurian knight.
Manelick m Spanish (Mexican, Rare)
Variant of Manelich. Known bearers include Manelick "Mane" de la Parra Borja (1982-), a Mexican singer, and his father, Mexican writer and editor Manelick de la Parra Vargas.
Mangana m Indigenous Tasmanian
Meaning unknown. This was the name of the father of Trugernanner (often referred to as Truganini), who was the last full-blooded Tasmanian Aboriginal, dying in 1876.
Manishtushu m Akkadian
Meaning unknown.... [more]
Manoah m Biblical
Means "rest". This name is borne by the father of Samson in the Old Testament.
Marganus m Arthurian Cycle, Literature
One of the nephews of Cordelia, the other being Cunedagius (Cunedag).... [more]
Marhalt m Arthurian Cycle
Marhalt was the father of Sir Marhaus (according to Malory) and thus the father-in-law of King Anguish, who married Marhaus’ sister. The king is mentioned in Malory X, 66, fighting in the Lonazep tournament, but most of the time he remains in the background, perhaps busily governing his territory.
Marinianus m Late Roman, History
Roman cognomen which was derived from Marinus. A bearer of this name was Publius Licinius Egnatius Marinianus, the youngest son of Roman Emperor Gallienus - both father and son died in 268 AD.
Marlan m Arthurian Cycle, Literature
The King of the Scottish Borderlands, called “the Simple” or “the Accursed” because of his evil ways.... [more]
Marmadus m Arthurian Cycle, Literature
Son of the Red Knight from the Forest of Quinqueroi and brother of Leander, Evander, and Meliadas.... [more]
Mathonwy m Welsh Mythology
Mathony is the name of a god or demi-god who was father to the Welsh god/goddess Don ... [more]
Maugantius m Arthurian Cycle, Literature
One of King Vortigern’s advisors and a wise man.... [more]
Mawardi m Indonesian
From the name of 11th-century Islamic jurist Al-Mawardi, who was the chief judge of the Abbasid dynasty. His name is derived from Arabic ماء ورد (ma' ward) meaning "rosewater", given to him because his father sold rosewater.
Megareus m Greek Mythology
Likely derived from Megara.... [more]
Megassares m Greek Mythology
Uncertain etymology, possibly a hellenised form of an Old Persian name (compare Camissares, Megasidres)... [more]
Megat m Malay
From a title of nobility that traditionally denoted a son whose father was a commoner but whose mother was of royal descent. It is typically placed before the given name.
Megistonous m Ancient Greek
Derived from the Greek adjective μέγιστος (megistos) meaning "biggest, largest, greatest" (see Megistos) combined with νοῦς (nous), which is a contraction of the Greek noun νόος (noos) meaning "mind".... [more]
Mehetabeel m Biblical
Mehetabeel, meaning "whom God benefits" or "God causes good," was the father of Delaiah, and grandfather of Shemaiah, who joined Sanballat against Nehemiah (Nehemiah 6:10).
Melchi m Biblical
Meaning "My king." The son of Addi, and father of Neri (Luke 3:28), (Luke 3:24).
Meldos m Arthurian Cycle
Originally a Celtic god and possibly the origin of Mellt.... [more]
Meles m Greek Mythology
Meles is the god of the river Meles, near Smyrna. He was believed by some to have been the father of Homer.
Meliodas m Arthurian Cycle, Popular Culture, German (Modern, Rare)
Meaning unknown. This is the name of Tristan's father in medieval French literature. It was reused for the main protagonist in the manga The Seven Deadly Sins (first published in 2012).
Meliogras m Arthurian Cycle
Meliogras is a king of Cornwall and Tristram's father.
Melisseus m Greek Mythology
Derived from Greek μελισσεύς (melisseus) meaning "bee-keeper, bee-man", which is ultimately derived from Greek μέλισσα (melissa) meaning "honey-bee" (also see Melissa)... [more]
Menowin m German (Modern, Rare), Romani
The name is often analysed as a Germanic name made from the element MEGIN "strength" and WIN "friend". However, in the case of the most known bearer, the German singer Menowin Fröhlich, there is an account from his father that the name is made up to sound like Menuhin (the surname of the violinist and conductor Yehudi Menuhin).
Meriiti m Ancient Egyptian
Means "beloved of the father" in Egyptian.
Meshillemoth m Biblical
"Requitals". The father of Berechiah (Ch2 28:12). (2.) A priest, the son of Immer (Neh 11:13).
Mezahab m Biblical
"Water of gold", the father of Matred (Gen 36:39),(Ch1 1:50), and grandfather of Mehetabel, wife of Hadar, the last king of Edom.
Michri m Biblical
"Prize of Jehovah" or "Selling", a Benjamite, the father of Uzzi (Ch1 9:8).
Mikao m Japanese
Derived from the Japanese kanji 甕 (mika) referred to a large earthenware pot for brewing sake and 男 (o) meaning "male; man".... [more]
Miletus m Greek Mythology
Possibly related to Ancient Greek μίλτος (miltos) meaning "red earth". This was the name of a figure in Greek mythology who, according to legend, founded the Greek city of Miletus... [more]
Mindort-batoni m Georgian Mythology
Meaning uncertain. Mindort-Batoni was the god of valleys, fields, and wild flowers in Georgian mythology. He is also the father of Mindort-brdzanebeli, the goddess of flowers.
Morifinwë m Literature
Means "dark Finwë". In Tolkien's Legendarium this is the father-name of Caranthir.
Morvryn m Arthurian Cycle, Literature
The father of Merlin in Elis Gruffydd’s Myrrdin Wyllt (sixteenth century).... [more]
Móði m Norse Mythology
Probably related to Old Norse móðr "excitement, wrath, anger". In Norse mythology, Modi and Magni are sons of Thor who will inherit their father's hammer after Ragnarǫk ("final destiny of the gods").
Mufasa m Popular Culture, English (Modern, Rare), African American (Modern, Rare)
Name of a character in 'The Lion King' franchise, who is Scar's older brother, Sarabi's mate, Simba's father and Kiara and Kion's paternal grandfather and introduced as the King of the Pride Lands.
Muma m Mingrelian, Georgian (Rare)
Derived from the Mingrelian noun მუმა (muma) meaning "father".
Mundilfari m Norse Mythology
a Jotun or giant who is the father of the goddess Sol and the god Mani.
Myrmidon m Greek Mythology
In one version of the myth, Myrmidon was the eponymous ancestor of the Myrmidons, a tribe of warriors from Thessaly. Folk etymology connected the name of the tribe to Greek μυρμηδών (myrmidon) "ant-nest", from μύρμηξ (myrmex) "ant", and later myths explained this etymology as referring to Myrmidon’s father, Zeus, approaching his mother Eurymedusa in the form of an ant... [more]
Narfi m Icelandic (Rare), Norse Mythology
Derived from Proto-Norse *nǫrr "narrow", possibly as in "close minded, oppressive". Narfi is the name of two characters in Norse Mythology: a son of Loki and a jötunn (the father of Nótt).
Nariman m Persian Mythology, Persian, Georgian (Rare), Kazakh, Kumyk, Lezgin, Tatar
From the Avestan name Nairemanah which meant "manly mind" or "heroic minded", derived Avestan from nairiia meaning "heroic, manly" and manah meaning "mind, thought".... [more]
Nastor m Arthurian Cycle
Son of Salandres and brother of Menastide, Dinisordres, Gogonne, and Aristes. Nastor, his father, and all of his brothers were defeated in combat by Perceval. They went to Arthur’s court as prisoners.
Neariah m Biblical
"Neariah" was a descendant of David, and father of Elionenai. He was the son of Shemaiah.
Nebat m Biblical
Nebat, meaning "Sprout," an Ephrathite of Zereda, was the father of Jeroboam.
Nebedeus m Early Jewish
Latinized form of the Greek form of Hebrew נדבאי (Nadvay). Nebedeus was the father of Ananias, the Jewish high priest from about 47 to 59 AD. Ananias is mentioned in both Acts 23 and the writings of Josephus, but only Josephus mentions the name of his father, Nebedeus.
Nedebeus m Ancient Hebrew (Hellenized, Rare)
Latinized form of the Greek form of Hebrew נדבאי (Nadvay). Nebedeus was the father of Ananias, the Jewish high priest from about 47 to 58 AD. Ananias is mentioned in both Acts 23 and the writings of Josephus, but only Josephus mentions the name of his father, Nebedeus.
Neilus m Greek Mythology
Means "river valley". From the Greek neilos (νεῖλος) 'river valley'. In Greek mythology he is the eponym god of the river Nile in Egypt, the son of Titans Oceanus and Tethys, and father of Memphis, Chione, Anippe, Caliadne, and Polyxo.
Neit m Irish Mythology, Celtic Mythology
Neit likely came from the Proto-Celtic *nei-t-, meaning “impassioned” or “fighting.”... [more]
Nelyafinwë m Literature
Means "third Finwë". In Tolkien's Legendarium this is the father-name of Maedhros.
Nenosuke m Japanese
From Japanese 音 (ne) meaning "sound", 根 (ne) meaning "root", 子 (ne) meaning "child", 禰 (ne) meaning "one's deceased father", 祢 (ne) meaning "You; Thou", 寧 (ne) meaning "rather" or 眠 (ne) meaning "sleep, hibernate", 之 (no), a possessive marker combined with 介 (suke) meaning "shell, shellfish"... [more]
Neonus m Greek Mythology
In Greek mythology, Neonus was a Phthian prince as the son of King Hellen of Thessaly, the son of Deucalion, the Hellenic progenitor.His mother was possibly the nymph Orseis, and thus he was probably the brother to Aeolus, Dorus, Xuthus and Xenopatra... [more]
Ner m Biblical
Means "lamp" in Hebrew. In the Old Testament Ner is the father of Abner and uncle of Saul.
Nevenoe m Medieval Breton, Breton (Rare), History
Older form of Neven. Nevenoe was the first Duke of Brittany from 846 to his death in 851. He is the Breton pater patriae and to Breton nationalists he is known as Tad ar Vro "father of the country".
N'golo m Manding
This name means "I've largely procreated" (said by the newborn's father) in Bambara. It is traditionally given to the third-born son. ... [more]
Nicermenic m Indigenous Tasmanian
Meaning unknown. This was the name of the father of Fanny Cochrane Smith (1834-1905), who was the last fluent speaker of a Tasmanian language.
Nimshi m Biblical
Means “rescued” in Hebrew. This is the name father of Jehoshaphat in the Old Testament.
Nisshoku m Japanese
‘“Nis’ meaning ‘Sun or Moon’, and ‘shoku’ meaning “food” or “eclipse”... [more]
Nnaemeka m Igbo
God the father has done great also related to chukwuemeka
Nobuhide m Japanese
From Japanese 信 (Nobu) meaning "trust" and 英 (Hide) meaning "excellent, outstanding". Other combinations of kanji characters are possible... [more]
Númendil m Literature
A fictional character created by J.R.R. Tolkien. Númendil was the father of Amandil and grandson of Eärendur of Andúnië, the fifteenth Lord of Andúnië.
Nun m Arabic
Possibly means "great fish" in Arabic. The name of a biblical figure, the father of Joshua.
Nwabudike m African, Swahili
A name in the Swahili language, which means "the son is the father's power," or "the strength of a father comes from his son."... [more]
Nwython m Arthurian Cycle
Father of Arthur’s warriors Gwystyl, Rhun, Llwydeu, and Kinlith.
Obulor m Ogba
The name Obulor mean "Peace filled mind" or "I am now relaxed" from all worries.... [more]
Ochola m Luo
"birthed after the death of the father"
Ocran m Biblical
Ocran was a member of the house of Asher according to Numbers 1:13. He was the father of Pagiel.
Odalfrid m Germanic
Derived from Germanic odal or uodal "heritage, fatherland" (also see Odalric) combined with the Old High Germanic element fridu "peace".
Odayi m Ijaw (Anglicized)
Means "of his father" in Ijaw.
Oecles m Ancient Greek (Latinized), Greek Mythology (Latinized)
Latinized form of Greek Οἰκλῆς (Oiklês) or Οἰκλείης (Oikleiês), derived from ὄις (ois) meaning "sheep" (cf. Latin ovis, the possible source of Ovid) and κλέος (kleos) meaning "glory"... [more]
Oele m & f West Frisian (Rare)
West Frisian short form of Germanic given names that contain the element od (or aud) meaning "wealth, fortune, property" or the element odal meaning "heritage, fatherland".
Oeric m Anglo-Saxon (Germanized)
Probably derived from Old English os "god". This was the given name of a 5th-century king of Kent, more commonly known as Oisc (see Æsc)... [more]
Ogyrven m Arthurian Cycle
According to some sources, Ogyrven was the father of Cerridwen, to whom he gave his cauldron. He was, perhaps, an early eponymous deity of the alphabet, called ogyrvens, as well as the patron of bards and language.
Okenna m Igbo
derived from the combination of two words of the Igbo origin,"OKE" and "NNA" literally meaning "GREAT" and "FATHER".... [more]
Oktár m Medieval Hungarian
Of uncertain origin and meaning; theories include a derivation from Turkic-Mongolian *öktem "strong, brave, imperious; proud, boastful; pride" and the verb ökte- / oktä- "to encourage"... [more]
Olorus m Ancient Greek (Latinized)
Latinized form of the name Ὄλορος (Oloros), of which the meaning and origin is uncertain. It might be a hellenized Thracian name, since the name was borne by a Thracian king from the 5th century BC... [more]
Olwydd m Arthurian Cycle
Father of Arthur’s warrior Ol.
Olyroun m Arthurian Cycle
A fairy king, the father-in-law of Lanval. He lived on an enchanted island.
Onitah m Mormon
In the Book of Abraham, Onitah was the father of three virgins who were sacrificed to the Egyptian idols.
Opara f & m Igbo
Opara is common as a surname or literal word in Nigeria. The oldest son, who has inherited the rights and responsibilities of his father after his father has died.
Ophius m Greek Mythology (Latinized)
Latinized form of Ophios. In Greek mythology, Ophius is the father of Combe of Pleuron, a woman who was assaulted by her sons and subsequently transformed into a bird.
Opiter m Ancient Roman
Archaic Roman praenomen which had already fallen out of use by the 1st century BC. It was typically given to a son that had been born after the death of his father, while the son's paternal grandfather was still alive... [more]
Orestinus m Ancient Roman
Roman cognomen that was a derivative of the Greek name Orestes. It essentially means "of Orestes" in Latin, as it contains the Latin masculine adjectival suffix -inus; this suffix later developed into a diminutive suffix, so Orestinus could also be considered a Latin diminutive of Orestes... [more]
Orme m English
Transferred use of the surname Orme. A known bearer of Orme as a given name is Canadian actor Christopher Plummer (b. 1929), who carries it as a middle name - as did his father John Orme Plummer (1894-?) before him... [more]
Ornytion m Greek Mythology
Diminutive form of Ornytos, as this name contains the Greek diminutive suffix -ιων (-ion). In Greek mythology, Ornytion was the name of the father of Phocus and Thoas.
Orodreth m Literature
Means "mountaineer" in Sindarin. In the works of J. R. R. Tolkien, Orodreth is an Elf, the father of Finduilas and in some versions the father of Gilgalad.
Oropher m Literature
Means "tall beech-tree", from Sindarin oro ("high") and fêr ("beech"). In Tolkien's Legendarium this is the name of an Elf, the father of Thranduil and grandfather of Legolas.
Oroveso m Theatre
Possibly based on an Ancient Celtic name. Oroveso was used by Vincenzo Bellini and Felice Romani for the character in 'Norma' (1831), based on the play 'Norma, ou L'infanticide' by Alexandre Soumet... [more]
Orthros m Greek Mythology
From Greek ὄρθρος (orthros) meaning "the time just before daybreak, early dawn, cock-crow". He was a mythological two-headed watchdog, a brother of Cerberus and son of the monster Echidna, that kept the herds of Geryon on the island Erytheia, and was there killed by Herakles... [more]
Oswiu m Anglo-Saxon, History
Variant of Oswig. This was the name of a 7th-century Anglo-Saxon king of Northumbria. Oswiu was born around 612 AD, the son of King Æðelfrið of Northumbria... [more]
Ota m Russian (Archaic), Uzbek (Rare)
As a Russian name, this name is ultimately derived from the genitive of the Russian noun отец (otets) meaning "father".... [more]
Otaslav m Russian
Meaning "father's glory". From ota "father" and slav "glory".
Óðr m Old Norse, Norse Mythology
Means "furious, vehement". In Norse mythology this is the name of Freyja's husband, the father of Hnoss and Gersemi... [more]
Oxathres m Old Persian (Hellenized), History
Hellenized form of the Ghata Avestan male name Huxšathra, which is said to be a distinct Zoroastrian name. It is probably related to Old Persian Vaxšuvadarva (see Oxyartes), which is why Oxathres (and its variant form Oxyathres) are often confused with Oxyartes (and its variant form Oxartes)... [more]
Oxyartes m Old Persian (Hellenized), History
Hellenized form of the Old Persian male name Vaxšuvarda (also seen spelled as Vakhshuvarda), which was derived from older Persian Vaxšuvadarva. At the moment, it is still unknown to me what the original meaning of this name was in Persian... [more]
Pahath-moab m Biblical, Biblical Hebrew
Means "governer of Moab, prefect of Moab" from Hebrew פַּחַת (pāḥaṯ) which comes from Akkadian 𒉺𒄩𒌅 (pāḫātu), which means "district" or "governorate" and the biblical place name and personal name Moab which is a derivative of אָב (ʾav) meaning "father"... [more]
Palaechthon m Greek Mythology
Means "ancient inhabitant, indigenous; that which has been long in a country" in Ancient Greek, derived from πάλαι (palai) meaning "long ago" and χθών (chthon) meaning "earth, ground, soil"... [more]
Pandareus m Ancient Greek, Greek Mythology
Possibly a variant of Greek Πάνδαρος (Pandaros) (see Pandarus). This was the name of either one or two minor characters in Greek mythology, the son of Merops and a nymph, father of Aëdon and other daughters, and a friend of Tantalus.
Parnach m Biblical
Parnach was the father of Elizaphan, a prince of the Tribe of Zebulun. (Num. 34:25).
Parsadan m Literature, Georgian (Archaic)
Georgian sources state that this name is of Persian origin and means "wise, learned" and "scholar, scientist". This should connect the name to Middle Persian frazānag meaning "wise, intelligent" and frazanagīh meaning "wisdom, intelligence", which have both evolved into modern Persian as فرزانه (farzâne) (see Farzaneh).... [more]
Parshandatha m Biblical
Parshandatha was one of the ten sons of Haman. He was an antisemite like his father. He was killed by a Jew or Jews (the Bible is unclear) and Esther had his corpse impaled.
Parthaon m Greek Mythology
Possibly related to Greek πέρθω (pertho) meaning "to destroy". This was the name of a Calydonian king, father to Oeneus and Agrius.
Pascentius m Arthurian Cycle
The third son of Vortigern and brother of Vortimer, Catigern, and Faustus.... [more]
Pastoria f & m Spanish (Archaic, ?), Jamaican Patois (Rare), Literature
Probably a variant of Pastora. It was used by American author L. Frank Baum for a male character (King Pastoria of Oz, father of Princess Ozma) in his Oz series of fantasy books.
Paternus m Ancient Roman
Derived from pater meaning "paternal, fatherly".
Patrobios m Ancient Greek
Meaning not quite certain. The first element of this name is derived from either the Greek noun πάτρα (patra) meaning "fatherland, native land" or from Greek πατρός (patros) meaning "of a father".... [more]
Pedahzur m Biblical
Pedahzur was a member of the house of Manasseh according to Numbers 1:10. He was the father of Gamaliel.
Pedaiah m Biblical
Means "redemption of Yahweh" or "he upgrades to the standard of Yahweh." The name of several men in the Bible, including a Levite in the time of Nehemiah... [more]
Peleth m Biblical
Peleth, of the Tribe of Reuben, was the father of On, a participant in Korah’s rebellion against Moses according to Numbers 16:1.
Pelops m Greek Mythology, Ancient Greek
Means "dark face", derived from Greek πελός (pelos) meaning "dark-coloured, dusky" and ὄψ (ops) meaning "face, eye". In Greek mythology Pelops was king of Pisa in the Peloponnesus, "island of Pelops"... [more]
Pessi m Literature
From the Finnish fairy tale Pessi and Illusia by Yrjo Kokko, published in 1944. ... [more]
Peta m Comanche
Peta Nocona (d. 1864) was a chief of the Comanche band Noconi. He led his tribe during the extensive Indian Wars in Texas from the 1830s to 1860. He was the son of the Comanche chief Iron Jacket and father of chief Quanah Parker with Nadua... [more]
Pethuel m Biblical, Hebrew
Apparently means "God's opening" or "persuasion of God" in Hebrew, derived from Hebrew pathah "to open, to allure, to persuade" combined with el "God". In the bible, this was the name of the father of the prophet Joel.
Pharien m Arthurian Cycle
A knight – whom Malory calls “a worshipful knight” – from Trebe in the service, as seneschal, of kings Ban of Benwick (Lancelot’s father) and Bors of Gaul... [more]
Pharnaspes m Old Persian (Hellenized), History
Hellenized form of Farnaspa. This was the name of the father-in-law of Cyrus the Great (6th century BC).
Pharrell m English (Rare)
Variant of Farrell. In the case of American rapper Pharrell Williams, the spelling is inspired by his father's name Pharaoh.
Philippon m Arthurian Cycle
King of England and father of Meliadice. He was succeeded by his son-in-law, Cleriadus.
Philopator m Ancient Greek
Philopator, meaning "father-loving", was a common royal epithet among Hellenistic monarchs.
Philou m & f French, Dutch (Modern)
French diminutive of Philippe. In France, the name is strictly masculine and primarily used informally, i.e. it is not typically used on birth certificates.... [more]
Pierus m Ancient Greek
Pierus, in Greek mythology, is a name attributed to two individuals:... [more]
Pilumnus m Roman Mythology
Meaning, "staker." The god who grants the pestle necessary for making flour from grain. He ensured children grew properly and stayed healthy. Ancient Romans made an extra bed after the birth of a child in order to ensure the help of Pilumnus... [more]
Pityafinwë m Literature
Means "little Finwë". In Tolkien's Legendarium this is the father-name of Amrod.
Polynices m Greek Mythology (Latinized), Ancient Greek (Latinized)
Latinized form of Greek Πολυνείκης (Polyneikês) meaning "manifold strife", derived from πολύς (polys) "much, many" and νεῖκος (neikos) "quarrel, strife, feud"... [more]
Pop m & f English (Rare)
Diminutive of Poppy and nickname derived from pop, shortened variation of papa "father," in use in American English as early as 1838.
Powhatan m Algonquin
The name of the Native American confederation of tribes in Virginia, which English colonists mistook for the name of Chief Wahunsenacawh, the paramount chief of Tsenacommacah, an alliance of Algonquian-speaking Virginia Indians in the Tidewater region of Virginia at the time English settlers landed at Jamestown in 1607... [more]
Praise-God m English (Puritan)
From the English phrase praise God, referring to giving God glory. A known bearer was Praise-God Barebone (or Barbon; c. 1598-1679), an English preacher and Fifth Monarchist after whom Barebone's Parliament of 1653 was named... [more]
Prasenjeet m Indian
One who win expert army and Never lose any war in his life.PRASENJEET was an Aikṣvāka dynasty ruler of Kosala. Sāvatthī was his capital. He succeeded his father Sanjaya Mahākosala. He was a prominent Upāsaka of Gautama Buddha, who built many Buddhist monasteries and a lover of Nandini.
Proculus m Ancient Roman, Late Roman
Three theories exist on the origin of the name: it could come from procul ("far"), with the addition of the suffix -us, thus "whose father is distant"; from procus ("wooer, suiter"; also means "prince" in Old Latin); or as a diminutive form of Proca, borne by a king of Alba Longa... [more]
Prothade m Medieval French, French (Archaic)
This given name is best known for being the name of a 7th-century saint, who was bishop of the city of Besançon in eastern France and died in 624 AD. The meaning of the saint's name, which was often latinized to Prothadius in writing, is uncertain... [more]
Puah m Biblical
Unrelated to the female name Puah, this name comes from the noun פה (peh), meaning "mouth". This was the name of two male characters in the Bible, a son of Issachar and the father of the judge Tola.
Punga m Polynesian Mythology
Means "anchor stone" in Maori. In Maori mythology, Punga is a supernatural being who is the father of all ugly things.
Putiel m Biblical, Hebrew
Possibly means "contempt of God" or "afflicted of God" in Hebrew. In the bible, this is the name of the father-in-law of Eleazar.
Quintianus m Ancient Roman, History
From the Roman cognomen Quintianus (originally written as Quinctianus), which was derived from the Roman nomen gentile Quintius. This was the name of the father and a nephew of the Roman general Tiberius Claudius Pompeianus (2nd century AD), as well as of several Roman Catholic saints.
Raoden m Literature
in The book 'Elantris' by Brandon Sanderson, Prince Raoden, the prince of Arelon, is transformed into an Elantrian at the beginning of the book. Once Raoden is transformed, he is immediately sent to Elantris in secret while his father pretends he has suddenly died... [more]