Now let’s talk about dreams. You cannot pass up dreams when looking for your magical name. Many of us receive messages in our dreams. That is, if you’re lucky enough to remember your dreams.
Lots of people don’t remember their dreams. So please don’t stress out on this if you can’t remember yours. Frustration will not help you. Some dreams may seem a bit crazy and really far out there at first, but if
you work with the images from your dreams, you might come up with a good magical name.
If a name comes to you in a dream, that’s way cool! If not, I promise you will find other sources. Just give yourself some time.
You can look to Astrology for some help. We all have a birthday and zodiac sign to match.
I would like to use the First Elder of our tradition as an example of this, our beloved Lady Bitterwind, with her permission of course.
Our Bitterwind was born on a cold and chilly day in February, hence the name bitter. Bitter is for the cold winds of February that chill us to the bone. Lady Bitterwind’s sign is Aquarius.
As we know, Aquarius is an air sign. Put it all together and we have Bitterwind. Now that’s magic!
You might want to consult the Chinese Horoscope to help, if the zodiac does not work for you. I found it hard to work with the name Libra. All I could come up with was Libra Heart. You might have better luck.
Other cultures and languages can help if you know them well. If not, visit your local library and read up on them.
I have heard some really nice magical names inspired by the Sun, Moon and Stars. A name like: Miss Steller Cat, Mr. Sun Guy, Lady Moonshine or Star Shine temple. Names like this might put you on the right track.
I have always thought a name like Mars or Venus would make an awesome temple name.. well, perhaps someday.
Nature and Animals will pull on almost any true Wiccan’s heart. If you feel strongly drawn toward animals and nature, then take advantage of it. Quite honestly, how can you not? It’s all around you.
A name like: Willow Wolf, Misty Ocean Maiden, The Wise Old Oak, The Green Glass Forest Realm or The Sweet Tiger Paw Temple, could work for you or your group. Nature could be the inspiration you’re looking for.
Take time to work with it by sitting outdoors and getting in touch with nature. You could even try the weather and the seasons. Look for some kind of sign, like after a rain storm or a rainbow in the sky, you might have seen at some point in your life.
Many things could prompt you to feel inspired. Or perhaps you have a favorite season? That could very well help you in your search, too. As in a name like: Autumn Eyes, Winter Witch, Summers Rain, Wind Storm Master or Spring Pixy Sparks.