Nightingale - Last Names

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Nightingale

/ˈnaɪtɪŋɡeɪl/

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Uncommon

Meaning

The songbird known for its beautiful nocturnal singing

Represents vigilance, beauty in darkness, and the power of voice in silence

Symbolism

Embodies hope, inspiration, and healing; often symbolizes the soul's expression through music and poetry

Etymology: Derived from Middle English 'nihtegale', combining 'niht' (night) and 'gale' (song), ultimately from Old English 'nihtegale', referring to the nightingale bird famed for its melodic nighttime song

Style & Origin

traditional

literary

english

Cultural Background

Of English origin, Nightingale is a traditional occupational or descriptive surname rooted in mediev

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