Fairy Tale baby names

Names tagged with “Fairy Tale” across DNA, style, or vibe in the Namesake database.

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8 names

◈= unisex (gender-neutral)

Hanzel
Germanic
92
Diminutive of Hans (John). Hans derives from Johannes, meaning 'God is gracious.' Hanzel represents the affectionate, youthful form.
Hansel
Germanic
78
Diminutive of Hans, derived from Johannes. Popular in German folklore, notably the fairy tale character Hansel and Gretel.
Yansel
Germanic
42
Form of Hansel, derived from Johannes. Associated with the fairy tale character, carrying connotations of youth and adventure.
Gwynivere
Welsh
42
From Welsh Gwenhwyfar, meaning 'fair one' or 'white fairy'. Associated with King Arthur's queen in Arthurian legend.
Hanssel
Germanic
42
From German 'Hans' (John) with diminutive suffix '-el'. A variant of Hansel, popularized by the fairy tale 'Hansel and Gretel'.
Grethel
Germanic
40
From Middle High German 'Grete,' a diminutive of Margaret, meaning 'pearl.' Grethel is the beloved character from Hansel and Gretel.
Briarrose
Literary
40
Compound name combining 'briar' (thorny wild rose plant) with 'rose' (the flower). Associated with Sleeping Beauty's briar rose curse and nature's delicate beauty intertwined with protection.
Cinderella
French
40
From Old French 'Cendrillon', meaning 'little ash girl', derived from 'cendre' (ash), referencing a girl who sat among cinders and ashes.

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Popularity data: Social Security Administration, US births 1880–2024