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Celtic Names: A Comprehensive Guide and Reference
There are many celtic names. And those included in this collection span the borders of the Celtic World. Names are drawn from Brittany, Cornwall, Wales, Ireland, the Isle of Man and Scotland.
In all these lands celtic culture has survived despite many challenges and threats.
Today there is a renewed interest in celtic aspects, culture, history and myths.
Celtic names are part of this. For they represent a true link to identity.
This collection provides a broad selection of celtic personal names. For those looking for celtic names for their children, this book provides an excellent resource and reference.
Many of the names are rare with beautiful and intriguing meanings. Others are tied to myths and legends. And a selection to aspects of original culture and thought.
For many of the names are ancient.
In balance, the collection includes new nature and elemental names now found among the celtic peoples.
In addition there is a separate list of celtic names that are associated with Arthurian legends. (The role of each player is explained)
For there many beautiful and rare names tied to these complicated stories.
All in all, it is hoped that this collection will be a guide to the names found in celtic lands. To aid even in a small way, celtic consciousness and understanding.
Some irish names include Ailean, Aramgein, Bearach, Brannon, Conleth, Cullen and Faolan where are all rare ones for boys.
Cornish names for girls like Ailla, Elesten, Ewella, Gwennol, Kensa, Lowena and Sowena. Again all rare with beautiful meanings.
Names from the Isle of Man which include Doolish, Gilcowel, Gileion and Molmore which are male. And Calybrid, Aalin, Aalish and Moirrey which are given to girls.
And welsh names like Aelewyn, Cadell, Cadfan, Kynan, Lunwarch and Rhain. Excellent and fine name for boys. Plus Aneira, Bronwen, Becca, Glenda, Glynnis, Gweneth and Nesta which are given to girls.
These are only some examples of the numerous celtic names found within this book. All are explained and given listing.
In all these lands celtic culture has survived despite many challenges and threats.
Today there is a renewed interest in celtic aspects, culture, history and myths.
Celtic names are part of this. For they represent a true link to identity.
This collection provides a broad selection of celtic personal names. For those looking for celtic names for their children, this book provides an excellent resource and reference.
Many of the names are rare with beautiful and intriguing meanings. Others are tied to myths and legends. And a selection to aspects of original culture and thought.
For many of the names are ancient.
In balance, the collection includes new nature and elemental names now found among the celtic peoples.
In addition there is a separate list of celtic names that are associated with Arthurian legends. (The role of each player is explained)
For there many beautiful and rare names tied to these complicated stories.
All in all, it is hoped that this collection will be a guide to the names found in celtic lands. To aid even in a small way, celtic consciousness and understanding.
Some irish names include Ailean, Aramgein, Bearach, Brannon, Conleth, Cullen and Faolan where are all rare ones for boys.
Cornish names for girls like Ailla, Elesten, Ewella, Gwennol, Kensa, Lowena and Sowena. Again all rare with beautiful meanings.
Names from the Isle of Man which include Doolish, Gilcowel, Gileion and Molmore which are male. And Calybrid, Aalin, Aalish and Moirrey which are given to girls.
And welsh names like Aelewyn, Cadell, Cadfan, Kynan, Lunwarch and Rhain. Excellent and fine name for boys. Plus Aneira, Bronwen, Becca, Glenda, Glynnis, Gweneth and Nesta which are given to girls.
These are only some examples of the numerous celtic names found within this book. All are explained and given listing.
211 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 5, 2016
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