Linea

Parents seeking a delicate floral name for their little blossom may love Linea. A feminine name of Scandinavian origins, more specifically Norwegian and Danish, Linea has two idyllic associations. Linea is a form of Linnaea, also known as “twinflower,” the favorite flower of Swedish botanist Carl Linnaeus (Carl von Linné). At night, twinflowers emit a pleasant aroma similar to butterfly orchid or lilac, attracting flower flies, bees, and moths. Sweet and dreamy, Linea will suit baby’s beautiful soul. In addition, the Swedish surname Linnæus is also derived from lind, giving Linea the meanings of “linden tree” or “lime tree.” Linea can also come from the Latin līnea, meaning “thread” or “line,” and referring to a long, visible marking on a planet or moon surface. If you can already sense that baby’s going to be a little night owl in the future, Linea is blooming with encouragement for them.