sister

This curated list features 40 names worldwide that embody the spirit of sisterhood, reflecting bonds of love, loyalty, and companionship. From names directly meaning 'sister' to those of mythological siblings, literary figures, or representing cherished family traits, each choice celebrates the profound connection between sisters and the qualities that define this special relationship. Discover names that honor the nurturing, protective, and enduring essence of sisterly love.

40 names from diverse cultures

Adelpha Greek Means 'sister'. Sororia Latin Derived from 'soror', meaning 'of a sister' or 'sisterly'. Sorella Italian Means 'sister'. Sorelle French Means 'sisters' (plural), often used as a singular name. Behnoosh Persian Means 'good sister' or 'kind sister'. Tomoko Japanese Means 'friendly child' or 'wise child'. Ahoti Hebrew Means 'my sister'. Naomi Hebrew Means 'pleasantness'. Ruth Hebrew Means 'companion' or 'friend'. Miriam Hebrew Means 'wished-for child' or 'rebellion'. Leah Hebrew Means 'weary' or 'delicate'. Rachel Hebrew Means 'ewe'. Artemis Greek Goddess of the hunt, wilderness, and childbirth. Hestia Greek Goddess of the hearth, home, and family. Isis Egyptian Goddess of magic, motherhood, and healing. Nephthys Egyptian Goddess of mourning and protective guardian of the dead. Antigone Greek Means 'instead of ancestors' or 'worthy of birth'. Electra Greek Means 'amber' or 'shining, bright'. Cassandra Greek Means 'she who entangles men' or 'shining upon men'. Bronte Greek / Irish From Greek for 'thunder'; also an Irish surname. Austen Latin / English A contracted form of Augustine, meaning 'majestic' or 'venerable'. Fionnula Irish Means 'white shoulder'. Soraya Persian Refers to the Pleiades star cluster. Maia Greek / Roman Means 'good mother' or 'great one'. Esme French / Persian Means 'esteemed' or 'beloved'. Liana French Refers to a tropical vine that twists and binds. Paloma Spanish Means 'dove'. Audrey Old English Means 'noble strength'. Rhiannon Welsh Means 'great queen' or 'divine queen'. Elsa Germanic / Hebrew Means 'oath of God' or 'pledged to God'. Amara Sanskrit / Igbo Means 'eternal' (Sanskrit) or 'grace' (Igbo). Priya Sanskrit Means 'beloved' or 'dear one'. Karima Arabic Means 'generous' or 'noble'. Zahra Arabic Means 'blooming flower' or 'brilliant'. Genevieve Germanic / French Means 'woman of the race' or 'family woman'. Thelma Greek Means 'will, volition'. Louise Germanic / French Means 'famous warrior'. Adela Germanic Means 'noble' or 'serene'. Anya Russian / Sanskrit Means 'grace' (Russian) or 'inexhaustible' (Sanskrit). Ximena Spanish Means 'he heard' or 'listener'.

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