Miranda
mih-RAN-duh
A name meaning “the admirable,” made famous by Shakespeare.
Meaning
Miranda is from Latin, from the idea of “to be admired” or “the admirable.” The excerpts specifically gloss it as “the admirable” and “one compelling admiration.” Shakespeare made the name widely known through The Tempest.
Origin
Latinfeminine
Fun fact
The excerpts say the field convolvulus was its emblem and “captivation” its sentiment.
Confidence: mixed. Sources: History of Christian Names, Girls' Names and Name-Day and Birthday Book.