The rich history and culture of the country are reflected in the names which children are given at the birth. Names that mean warrior or those having relations to something warlike are found among masculine ones, as well as among woman ones.
Moreover, the ancestor of a fighter or a soldier could be called Warrior. Some of the saints along with names after the nickname had the designation of their features or occupation: Ivan Postnik, Ivan the Warrior, Zosima the Warrior, etc. Other semi-literate priests mistakenly called a baby not with a Saint’s name, but with his nickname; and there were people with the name Warrior.
Warrior names for boys
For many centuries, the choice of name for the boy was thorough and serious. After all, the boy should grow brave, strong and nimble one, who will get the opportunity to cope with the role of a hunter, or a brave soldier and a defender. Consequently, the names of the boys are available to emphasize power and masculinity.
The vivid example is presented by names of Ireland and Scotland.
The names of Ireland have ancient Celtic roots. They reflect essence of all the Irish historically existing culture itself. Significance of these names is characterized by comparisons to men’s military, professional qualities.
Many names of Scotland originated from foreign clans, which arrived to Scotland in the 1066 together with William the Conqueror.
Female warrior names
In all ages, there were women who had a definite political influence. They had the power and this power was often achieved in a violent way. History has preserved to us their names, so that now these names can be called female warrior names.
Aliosa – Famous Warrior. Origin: German. Female Andrina – Brave Warrior. Origin: Greek. Female Dustin – Brave Warrior. Origin: German. Unisex Kella – Warrior. Origin: Gaelic. Female Loiuse – Famous Warrior. Origin: German. Female Luana – Graceful Warrior. Origin: German. Female Lula – Female Warrior. Origin: English. Female Sloane – Warrior. Origin: Gaelic. Unisex Zelda – Woman Warrior. Origin: German. Female Back to baby name meanings