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Abaddon - Hebrew, regarded as the destroyer angel. God of ruin and destruction ABADDŌN (Ἀβαδδών): Greek name derived from Hebrew abaddown, meaning "destruction, ruination." In the New Testament bible, this is the name of the place of destruction. And it is a name given to the angel of the bottomless pit, the Destroyer Apollyōn. ABADDON: Anglicized form of Greek Abaddōn, meaning "destruction, ruination." In the New Testament bible, this is the name of the place of destruction. And it is a name given to the angel of the bottomless pit, the Destroyer Apollyon. ADDANC: In Welsh legend, this is the name of a lake monster that King Arthur (or Percival) killed. It is variously described as a demon, a dwarf, beaver, or crocodile. It was said to prey upon anyone foolish enough to swim in its lake. The location of the lake in which it dwells also varies: Llyn Barfog, Llyn Llion, Llyn yr Afanc. Adrian - dark one Adriana - dark one Adrienne - dark one ÆGLÆCA: Variant spelling of Anglo-Saxon unisex Aglæca, meaning both "demon, monster, fiend," and "hero, warrior." Aella - whirlwind; mythological Amazon warrior Aeron ... The name of the ancient Celtic goddess of battle and slaughter AGLÆCA: An Old English dictionary defines áglǽca as follows: "wretch, miscreant, monster, demon, fierce enemy, fierce combatant, miserable being." In the Anglo-Saxon epic Beowulf, Grendel, Grendel's mother and Beowulf are all three referred to by this name for each is a "fierce combatant." Agrona - battle, slaughter; the name of the Brythonic goddess of war and death Ahriman - God of destruction, darkness and death. AHRIMAN: Middle Persian form of Old Persian Angra Mainyu, meaning "devil; evil spirit." In mythology, this is the name of the god of darkness, death and destruction, and the number one enemy of Ahura Mazda. Ailbhe - white; Irish legendary female warrior of the Fianna Aiman - beauty of the moon Airlia - ethereal Aisha – life Aislinn - dream Akuji - dead & awake Alastor - demon, regarded as the "executioner Aliah - God of iniquity or evil. ALIAH ( ה ה ה ה ה הה): Variant of Hebrew Alvah (having the letters transposed), meaning "evil, iniquity." In the bible, this is the name of a duke of Edom.

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Abaddon - Hebrew, regarded as the destroyer angel. God of ruin and destructionABADDN (): Greek name derived from Hebrew abaddown, meaning "destruction, ruination." In the New Testament bible, this is the name of the place of destruction. And it is a name given to the angel of the bottomless pit, the Destroyer Apollyn. ABADDON: Anglicized form of Greek Abaddn, meaning "destruction, ruination." In the New Testament bible, this is the name of the place of destruction. And it is a name given to the angel of the bottomless pit, the Destroyer Apollyon. ADDANC: In Welsh legend, this is the name of a lake monster that King Arthur (or Percival) killed. It is variously described as a demon, a dwarf, beaver, or crocodile. It was said to prey upon anyone foolish enough to swim in its lake. The location of the lake in which it dwells also varies: Llyn Barfog, Llyn Llion, Llyn yr Afanc. Adrian - dark one Adriana - dark one Adrienne - dark one GLCA: Variant spelling of Anglo-Saxon unisex Aglca, meaning both "demon, monster, fiend," and "hero, warrior." Aella - whirlwind; mythological Amazon warrior Aeron ... The name of the ancient Celtic goddess of battle and slaughterAGLCA: An Old English dictionary defines glca as follows: "wretch, miscreant, monster, demon, fierce enemy, fierce combatant, miserable being." In the Anglo-Saxon epic Beowulf, Grendel, Grendel's mother and Beowulf are all three referred to by this name for each is a "fierce combatant." Agrona - battle, slaughter; the name of the Brythonic goddess of war and deathAhriman - God of destruction, darkness and death.AHRIMAN: Middle Persian form of Old Persian Angra Mainyu, meaning "devil; evil spirit." In mythology, this is the name of the god of darkness, death and destruction, and the number one enemy of Ahura Mazda. Ailbhe - white; Irish legendary female warrior of the Fianna Aiman - beauty of the moon Airlia - ethereal Aisha life Aislinn - dream Akuji - dead & awake Alastor - demon, regarded as the "executionerAliah - God of iniquity or evil.ALIAH (): Variant of Hebrew Alvah (having the letters transposed), meaning "evil, iniquity." In the bible, this is the name of a duke of Edom. ALVA: Variant spelling of Hebrew Alvah, meaning "evil, iniquity." Compare with feminine forms of Alva.ALVAH (): Hebrew name meaning "evil, iniquity." In the bible, this is the name of a duke of Edom. Also spelled Aliah. Amara - eternal Amarantha and Ambrosine - both mean immortal Amaris - child of the moon Amaya - night rain Ambrosine ... "Immortal." Ameretat - immortality Angerona - Roman goddess of the winter solstice, death, and silenceANGRA MAINYU: Old Persian myth name of the source of all evil, the twin brother and main enemy of Ahura Mazda, meaning "evil spirit; devil." Aoife - beauty; Irish warrior princessApep - Other names this demon was given was Serpent of the Nile. It is either in the form of a serpent, snake or dragon.APEP: Egyptian name, possibly connected to the root pp, meaning "to slither." In mythology, Apep is the personification of evil, seen as a giant snake, serpent or dragon. Known as the Serpent of the Nile or Evil Lizard, he was an enemy of the sun god. Ariel - ethereal Artemis - goddess of the moonAscella- part of Saggitarius Ashling - dream, vision Asta - star Astra - like a star Astrid - star Athanasia ... "Eternal life." Aurora - dawn Ava/Eva - life Azar- means "fire" in Persian. Azazel - demon of warAza'zel - Known as the Angel of Death and seen as a demon goat.AZA'ZEL: (): Hebrew word (not name), meaning "entire removal" and "scapegoat." In the bible, this word is found in the law of the day of atonement (Leviticus 16:8, 10, 26). It refers to a goat used for sacrifice for the sins of the people. In modern times, Azazel was interpreted as a Satanic, goat-like demon. The name has even been used for the "Angel of Death." AZAZEL: Anglicized form of Hebrew Aza'zel, meaning "entire removal" and "scapegoat." In the bible, this word is found in the law of the day of atonement (Leviticus 16:8, 10, 26). It refers to a goat used for sacrifice for the sins of the people. In modern times, Azazel was interpreted as a Satanic, goat-like demon. The name has even been used for the "Angel of Death." Balam - King with three heads with a following of 40 legions.Beelzebub - Known as Lord of the flies and the Prince of Demons. Beelzebub - means "devil"Belial - Holds a position bringing on guilt and wickedness. Head of all devils.Belinda- the meaning of this name is not known for certain. The first element could be related Italian bella "beautiful". The second element could be related to Germanic lind "serpent, dragon" or linde "soft, tender". This name first arose in the 17th century, and was subsequently used by Alexander Pope in his poem 'The Rape of the Lock' (1712). Bellatrix - female warrior - one of the star in the constellation Orion Blade - knife Blake - means "dark" Blake- from a surname which was derived from Old English blc "black" or blc "pale". Botis - Predictor of the past and future; resembles a viper. Braeden - from the dark valley Bran - raven Branwen - beautiful raven Brend - little raven Brendan - (little) raven Brenna - raven maid Briar Rose - together means thorny rose (technically thorn bush rose), also the of sleeping beauty in the version by the Brothers Grimm Brone - sorrowBuer - Known as the king of hell and leads a legion of 50.Cambion - Half human young of a succubus or incubus. Camilla - legendary warrior maiden of the Volsci Carey- from an Irish surname which was derived from Ciardha meaning "descendent of Ciardha". The name Ciardha means "dark" in Gaelic. Cassandra - she who is ignored or she who entangles men Cassandran - man's defender/warriorCaym - All mighty king of hell. Celina - moon CERBERUS: Latin form of Greek Kerberos, meaning "demon of the pit." In mythology, this is the name of the three-headed dog that guards the entrance to Hades. ERNOBOG: Czech form of Russian Chernobog, meaning "black god." In Slavic mythology, this is the name of a god of evil and darkness, the counterpart of Belobog ("white god"). Chandra ... "Of the moon." Charna- from a Slavic word meaning "black". Chava/Chaya - lifeCHERNOBOG (): Russian form of Slavic Crnobog, composed of the elements cherno "black" and bog "god," hence "black god." In Slavic mythology, this is the name of a god of evil and darkness, the counterpart of Belobog ("white god"). Ciara - Black Ciardha - dark Circe - Greek sorceress Condon - dark-haired wise manCongo Zandor - Haiti demon Cor Caroli Corbett - raven Corbin - raven Corey - raven Crevan - foxCRNOBOG: Variant form of Russian Czernobog, meaning "black god." In mythology, this is the name of a god of evil and darkness, the counterpart of Belobog ("white god"). Cymbeline - believed to mean hollowCZERNOBOG (): Russian form of Slavic Zherneboh, meaning "black god." Danica - the morning star Daray - dark Darcy - dark Daren - born at nightDeidre - broken hearted/sorrowful Delaney - means "dark rival" Delano - of the nightDemogorgon - High ruling power of hell.DEMOGORGON: Greek myth name of a god of the underworld, thought to be a name for Satan, possibly composed of the Greek elements daimon "demon, devil" and gorgos "grim," hence "grim demon." DEMON (): Ancient Greek name derived from the word demos, meaning "the people." Desdemona - of the devil Desdemona- means "Ill starred" or "of the devil"DEVIL: English form of Greek Diabolos, meaning "accuser, slanderer." In the bible, this is a title for Satan, the prince of demons and author of evil, who estranges men from God and entices them to sin. Figuratively, the devil is a man who, by opposing the cause of God, may be said to act the part of the devil or to side with him. Deyanira ... \de-yanira, deya-ni-ra\"Devastating, capable of great destructionDiabolos - Also known as Satan, and is a Greek name that is in common relation to the prince of darkness.DIABOLOS (): Greek name meaning "accuser, slanderer." In the bible, this is a title for Satan, the prince of demons and author of evil, who estranges men from God and entices them to sin. Figuratively, the devil is a man who, by opposing the cause of God, may be said to act the part of the devil or to side with him. Dolores - "sorrows" in SpanishDonovan - dark warrior Douglas - from the dark water Doyle - dark strangerDracul - Translates into dragon or devil.DRACUL: Romanian name meaning "devil" or "dragon." Drake - dragon Drake/Draco - means "dragon" Duglas - dark stranger Durga - unattainable; Hindu warrior goddess Dysis - sunset Dysme - sunsetEblis - Can be interchanged with the name 'Azazel', meaning despair. Ebony - dark strength (beauty) Black woodElectra - part or Taurus; means radiant Eloise (& Heloise or Lois) - famous warrior Enya ... "fire" Eris ... Mythology: goddess of discord and destruction - goddess of strife Ernestine ... "Serious; battle to the death" Esther - star Eurynome - Prince of DeathFurfur - Leads a legion of 26 and is known as the Count of Hell.Gaap - Demon known to intensify both love and hatred, and is also known as the Prince of Hell.Gregory - vigilante Griselda - dark battle Griselda or Zelda - dark battle Guadalupe - river of the wolfGuaricana - Brazilian demon known for whipping men until blood is drawn. Hadrian - dark oneHatu-Atu-Topun - Female demon who follows twilight and dawn.Haures - Duke of Hell Hecate - far off; goddess associated with witchcraft, tombs, demons and the underworld Hecate - godess of witchcraftHECATE: Latin form of Greek Hekate, meaning "worker from far off." In mythology, this is the name of a goddess of witchcraft, demons, graves, and the underworld.Hekate - Goddess of the underworld, witchcraft, graves and demons.HEKATE (): Variant spelling of Greek Hekabe, meaning "worker from far off." In mythology, this is the name of a goddess of witchcraft, demons, graves, and the underworld.Herensugue - Evil serpentHesper - evening star Hesper - evening star Hester - star Hina - goddess of the moon Hoshi, Hoshiko - star Iunn - the goddess of spring and immortalityIEZABEL (): Greek form of Hebrew Iyzebel ("Ba'al exalts," "unchaste," or "without cohabitation"), but meaning "chaste, intact." In the bible, this is the name of the evil wife of King Ahab. She was eaten by dogs as prophesied by Elijah.Ipos - Lion head angel that leads 36 legions.Isadora - gift of the moonIyzebel - Evil wife of King Ahab.IYZEBEL (): Hebrew name meaning "Ba'al exalts," "unchaste," or "without cohabitation." In the bible, this is the name of the evil wife of King Ahab. She was eaten by dogs as prophesied by Elijah.Jahi - Female demon of debauchery. Jetta - black stoneJEZEBEL: Anglicized form of Hebrew Iyzebel ("Ba'al exalts," "unchaste," or "without cohabitation") and Greek Iezabel ("chaste, intact"). In the bible, this is the name of the evil wife of King Ahab. She was eaten by dogs as prophesied by Elijah.Jilaiya - Indian demon that sucks the blood of people who speak of its name. Jolon - valley of the dead oaksKali- means "the black one" in Sanskrit. The Hindu goddess Kali is the fierce destructive form of the wife of Shiva. She is usually depicted with black skin and four arms, holding a severed head and brandishing a sword. Kallistrate - beautiful army Kamaria - like the moon Karan - tyrant (though it's listed as male it could work for a female)KARAWAN: An expression used to avert the evil eye, transferred to forename use. Keaira - little dark one Keegan - little fiery one Keir - black Keira - means "little dark one" Keiran - little & blackKerberos - Three headed dog, also known as the Demon of the Pit.KERBEROS (): Greek name meaning "demon of the pit." In mythology, this is the name of the three-headed dog that guards the entrance to Hades. Kern - dark Kerr - marshland Kerri - dark & mysterious Khalida - immortal Kieran - little dark one Kione - someone who comes from nowhere Kishi - nightKobal - Demon of Hilarity Koko - night Kora - A name meaning "maiden" born by Persephone, godess of the underworld Laila - night Laleh - born at night Lamia - A demon that preys on children.Lamia - Female demon who could transform into a serpent monster from a beautiful woman.LAMIA (): Greek myth name of an evil spirit who abducts and devours children, meaning "large shark." The name means "vampire" in Latin and "fiend" in Arabic. Lamya? - having beautiful dark lipsLaufeia \la(u)-feia\ (the Norse god of destruction and evil) Layla - dark beauty Lehava ... "Flame." Leila - black, born at night Leila/Laila - night beauty Lela - black beauty Lestari - eternal, abidingLeviathan - Dragon of the Sea Libitina - Roman goddess of funerals, corpses and death Lila - means "Night" Lila - night LILIT (): Variant spelling of Hebrew Lilith, meaning "of the night."LILITH (): Hebrew form of Sumerian Lilitu, meaning "of the night." In mythology, this is the name of a Mesopotamian storm demon associated with the wind and thought to bear disease and death. In ancient Semitic folklore, it is the name of a night demon. The oldest story considers Lilith to be Adam's first wife. In the bible, this is simply a word for a "screech owl." Lilith - Female demon of the night.Lilith - of the night; a demon in ancient Assyrian mythsLilith- technically means "night monster"LILITU: Sumerian name meaning "of the night."Lorelei - luring rock; legends say that a maiden named the Lorelei lives on the rock and lures fishermen to their death with her song Lotus - dreamlike Louhi - Finnish death goddess Loviatar - Finnish goddess of death and plagueLucifer - Translates into Daily Star or Morning Star. Also known as Satan. Lucine- means "moon" in Armenian. Lucretia - mean success, sinister because legendary Lucretia which Shakespeare poem 'Rape of Lucrece' and late opera 'Rape of Lucretia' Luna - moon Lunette - moon Lyra; means falling vulture Mackenzie ... "Fire-born;" Maeve - intoxicating; Irish legendary warrior queen Magena - the coming moon Maia - brave warrior (in Maori)Mammon - Demon of MoneyMara - BitterMarama- means "moon" in Maori. In Maori and other Polynesian mythology she was the goddess of the moon and death. Marise ... "Infinite, endless."MATCHITEHEW: Native American Algonquin name meaning "he has an evil heart." Maura - dark Maurice - moor Maurine - dark Melanie - dark-clothed Melantha - dark flower Melinda - gentle, dark Merihim - Prince of Pestilence Meryle- variant of Merrill or Muriel. The spelling has been influenced by the word merle meaning "blackbird" Messina - spoiler Mindy - gentle, dark Misty - mistMorana - death; goddess of winter and death Morgana - Circling Sea Morrigan - great queen; goddess of war and death who often took the form of a crowMUKESH (): Hindi myth name of a demon in the form of a boar who was killed by Shiva, meaning "ruler of Muka." NAZAR (): Turkish name derived from the word nazar, the name of an amulet known as the "evil eye stone" used to ward off evil. Compare with another form of Nazar. Nedra - below the earth Neoma - new moon Neona - new moon Nigel - darkNina- means "fire" in Quechua. Nitya - always, eternal Nokomis - daughter of the moon NUKPANA: Native American Hopi unisex name meaning "evil." Nyoka - snakeNysrogh - Inferior demon Nyx - Night Odila - mean prosperous in battle, the variant Odile is the name of the evil black swan in swan lake Oleander - poisonous flowerOrias - Marquis of HellOrthon - Demon known to possess one's body.PANDORA (): Greek name composed of the elements pan "all" and doron "gift," hence "all-gift." In mythology, this is the name of the first mortal woman whose curiosity unleashed evil into the world.Paymon - Rules 200 legions and is known as the King of Hell.Philomena - lover of the moon Pyro - Prince of Falsehood Rajani - dark oneRangda - Demon Queen of the Leyaks Ratri nightRAVANA (): Hindi name meaning "person with ten necks." In Hindu mythology, this is the name of a demon king of Ceylon who kidnapped Rama's wife, Sita. Raven - like the ravenRaven - symbol for deathRavenna - Raven Razi - secret Rebecca - to bind, to tie Remington - from the raven estate Rhiannon - witch Rimmon - Ambassador of Hell Roxanne - sunrise Ryu - void, dragon Sable - Black fur, technically unisex but definitely feminine Sahara - moon Salem - creepy place name Salome - technically means peace but has a negative biblical association like Delilah and JezebelSAMAEL (): In Jewish mythology, this is the name of an archangel, a fallen angel, the Angel of Death or Poison, the accuser, seducer, and destroyer famously known as The Grim Reaper. He is said to be both good and evil, having been one of the heavenly host. He rules over seven habitations called Sheba Ha-yechaloth, infernal realms of the Earth. The Talmud states: "the evil Spirit, Satan, and Sama'el the Angel of Death, are the same"; and Samael is also therein equated with the biblical serpent who tempted Eve in the Garden of Eden. He is called the Prince of Darkness and chief of the Dragons of Evil and is held responsible for the scorching wind of the desert called the simoom. It is probably the Hebrew form of Syrian Shemal ("left"), but composed of 'el "god" and suwm "to create" or "to place, to set," hence "whom God makes." It is also sometimes rendered "venom of God." Also spelled Samil and Sammael. SAMA'EL: Variant spelling of Hebrew Samael, the name of an Angel of Death, meaning "whom God makes" and "venom of God." SAMIL: Variant form of Hebrew Samael, the name of an Angel of Death, meaning "whom God makes" and "venom of God." SAMMAEL (): Variant spelling of Hebrew Samael, the name of an Angel of Death, meaning "whom God makes" and "venom of God." SATAN (): Greek form of Hebrew satan, meaning "adversary." In the bible, this is the name of the inveterate enemy of God. In the New Testament, Hebrew satan is translated once into Greek Diabolos, and once using the word epiboulos, meaning "plotter." This is also the Late Latin and Old English form of Hebrew satan.SATANAS (): Greek name of Aramaic origin, corresponding to Greek Satan, from Hebrew satan, meaning "adversary." In the bible, this is the name of the inveterate enemy of God. Seiko - force Selena - moon Selene- means "moon" in Greek. Senka - shadowSerilda ... "Armed warrior woman." SET: Another form of Egyptian Sutekh, possibly meaning "one who dazzles." In mythology, this is the name of an ancient evil god of Chaos, storms, and the desert, who slew Osiris. SETH (): Greek form of Egyptian Set, possibly meaning "one who dazzles." In mythology, this is the name of an ancient evil god of Chaos, storms, and the desert, who slew Osiris. Compare with other forms of Seth. SETHOS (): Greek form of Egyptian Sutekh, possibly meaning "one who dazzles." In mythology, this is the name of an ancient evil god of Chaos, storms, and the desert, who slew Osiris. Shade - singer form or ShadiyaShax - Deceitful ThiefSHEMAL: Syrian name meaning "left." In mythology, this is the name of the Lord of the genii and demons. Shiva - is the god of destruction in Hindu. Shula- means "flame" in Arabic. Shyama - dark, black, blue Sloane - man of arms/warrior has long been a more feminine unisex nameSuccorbenoth - Sexless demonSUTEKH: Egyptian name, possibly meaning "one who dazzles." In mythology, this is the name of an ancient evil god of Chaos, storms, and the desert, who slew Osiris. Tala - wolf Tansy - eternal lifeTeivel - DevilTEIVEL: Yiddish name meaning "devil." Than - deathTjernobog - God of Evil and DarknessTJERNOBOG: Danish form of Slavic Crnobog, meaning "black god." In Slavic mythology, this is the name of a god of evil and darkness, the counterpart of Belobog ("white god"). Tondra - like thunder Tristesse - "sadness" in FrenchTERNOBOG: Finnish form of Slavic Crnobog, meaning "black god." In Slavic mythology, this is the name of a god of evil and darkness, the counterpart of Belobog ("white god"). Uphir - Demon physicianUSHA (): Female Hindi myth name of a demon princess, daughter of heaven, and sister of night, meaning "dawn."Vega - brightest of constellation Vega - falling starVerin - Demon of ImpatienceVritra - Enemy of the Gods, and resembles the likeness of a serpent.VRITRA: Hindi myth name of a dragon or serpent, the personification of drought and enemy of Indra, meaning "the enveloper." Xic - Bringer of DeathYlva - she wolf Zaniah - part of Virgo Zaria - sunrise or morning starZERNEBOG: Variant form of Russian Czernobog, meaning "black god." Zherneboh - Black GodZHERNEBOH: Slavic name meaning "black god." Zilla - Hebrew for "shadow"ZLOGONJE: Slavic name meaning "expels evil." Zoe life