Nesta - Girl Cat Names

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Nesta

/ˈnɛstə/

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Uncommon

Meaning

Holy or saintly

Represents purity, inner grace, and spiritual integrity. It suggests a quiet dignity and moral strength rather than overt religiosity.

Symbolism

Embodies refinement, timelessness, and a sense of noble simplicity. The name evokes images of resilience and understated beauty, like a well-kept secret with depth.

Etymology: Derived from the Old Persian name 'Neitha', meaning 'holy' or 'saintly'. It was Latinized as 'Nesta' and adopted into Welsh and English naming traditions, notably popularized by Lady Margaret Nesta Lloyd George, daughter of British Prime Minister David Lloyd George.

Style & Origin

elegant
english

Cultural Background

Of Welsh origin, Nesta is a traditional feminine name derived from the Old Persian name 'Neitha' mea

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