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Ravenna

ɹə.ˈvɛn.ə
Overview

Gender

feminine

Origin

Categories

animals
birds
black
cities
colors
nature
place names
psychology
rare English
scientists
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
82/100
formal140%
upper class160%
natural65%
strong100%
refined120%
strange160%
complex120%
serious120%

Meaning & Etymology

The name Ravenna is either an elaboration of the name Raven, which is derived from the bird known for its black plumage and intelligence, or it originates from the name of the historic city of Ravenna in Italy. Ravenna, the city, holds significant historical importance as it served as the capital of the Western Roman Empire, the Ostrogothic Kingdom, and the Byzantine Exarchate of Ravenna. The name is associated with rich cultural heritage, particularly in the fields of art and architecture, due ...

Etymology

Original Form:

Ravenna

Evolution:

The name evolved from the Latin 'Ravenna', which was the name of the city in ancient times. It may also be connected to the word 'raven', symbolizing the bird.

Source:

Historical and linguistic analysis of the name's origins.

Related Names

Hrefna

Other Languages & Cultures

Hrefna

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