Gentle names are soft in sound — often ending in -a or -ia, light on consonants. Lydia, Silas, Celia, Eli. They age quietly and pair well with strong surnames.
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brave in battle
close, near, precious
small butterfly, honeybee
gracious, dear
spring, bitter grace
shining, brilliant
enclosed, complete revelation
stag clearing, deer meadow
from the Adriatic Sea region
first, foremost
lady, woman of refinement
noble, honorable
beloved, lovable one
heart, soul, life, darling
oak tree, my oak
plum tree (as Chinese surname 李)
day's eye (the flower)
woman
just, righteous, fair
early, at dawn
supplanter, one who follows at the heel
olive tree, symbol of peace
little rose
sea, ocean
from the great one's lineage
weary
lurking on the rock, alluring siren
white deer
gentle enclosure
royal fortress meadow
picture, painting (Japanese meaning)
ewe, female sheep
friend
linden tree meadow
peace
precious green gem
noble protector
blind, sixth (via Cecilia)
golden amber jewel and lake
slender, graceful
honey, sweetness
happy life, joyful existence
the beloved one
noble, exalted kind
soul, spirit
sea, sailor, strength
little mouse (diminutive)
rose of Mary
grace, favor
slender and fair
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