Origin:Latin
Other Origin(s):German, Italian
Meaning:Gloomy, dark, black; Hoarse; Hollow, cavernous
Help baby embrace their inner darkness with the spookily cool name Fosca! This original feminine name has Latin origins, and possible connections to both German and Italian as well. This short-and-not-so-sweet name has a host of mysterious and eerie meanings, including “gloomy,” “dark,” “black,” “hoarse,” “hollow,” and “cavernous.” Perfect for parents who like the darker side of life, little Fosca is sure to follow in your shadow-cast footsteps. You might recognize this name from the Italian novel Fosca or the Italian TV show Fosca Innocenti.
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