Bendigeidfran - Unique Boy Names

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Bendigeidfran

/bɛnˈdɪɡeɪdvrɑːn/

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Rare

Meaning

Blessed Raven

Represents divine protection, kingly authority, and a bridge between the mortal world and the otherworldly realm.

Symbolism

Embodies wisdom, leadership, and mystical guardianship; the raven symbolizes prophecy, battle, and spiritual insight in Celtic tradition.

Etymology: From Old Welsh *Bendigeit* 'blessed' (from *bendigaid*, plural of *bendiget*) and *frân* 'raven'; thus 'Blessed Raven'. The name appears in early medieval Welsh literature as Bendigeidfran fab Llŷr ('Bran the Blessed, son of Llŷr').

Style & Origin

traditional
strong
ancient

Cultural Background

Of Welsh origin, Bendigeidfran is rooted in Celtic mythology, particularly the Mabinogion, where he

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