Merry

Latin · Coined by Shakespeare for Twelfth Night, derived from Latin 'oliva' meaning 'olive tree,' symbol of peace.

German · From Germanic 'amal' meaning 'work' or 'industrious,' blended with Latin Emilia.

Greek · From Greek 'sophia' meaning 'wisdom'; widely used across European royal families.

Greek · From Greek 'Theodoros' meaning gift of God, borne by saints and a U.S. president.

Hebrew · From Hebrew 'Yaakov' (Jacob) via Late Latin 'Jacomus'; means 'supplanter.' A perennial royal name.

English · From Germanic 'heim' (home) + 'ric' (ruler), meaning 'ruler of the home.' A name of many kings.

English · From Germanic 'wil' (will, desire) and 'helm' (helmet, protection); borne by William the Conqueror.

English · From Norman French 'Aveline', possibly meaning 'wished-for child' or related to the hazelnut.

English · Medieval diminutive of John via 'Jankin,' ultimately from Hebrew meaning God is gracious.

Hebrew · From Hebrew Daniyyel meaning 'God is my judge'; an Old Testament prophet who survived the lions' den.

Hebrew · From Hebrew Shemu'el meaning 'heard by God'; a major Old Testament prophet and judge.

Hebrew · From Hebrew 'asher' meaning 'happy' or 'blessed'; one of the twelve sons of Jacob in the Bible.

Hebrew · From Hebrew 'eitan' meaning strong, firm, or enduring; appears in the Old Testament as a wise man.

Greek · From Greek 'sophia' meaning wisdom; one of the most internationally popular names across cultures.

English · English patronymic surname meaning 'son of Hugh,' where Hugh derives from Germanic 'hug' meaning heart or mind.