Matrena
m(a)-tre-na,
mat-rena
Origin:Russian
Other Origin(s):Celtic
Meaning:Mother; Lady; Great mother
Matrena is a feminine name that may have links to the Russian Matryona and Celtic Matrona. Based on the Latin word mater, meaning “mother,” it can translate to “lady” or “great mother.” It can also have links to age-old mythology, specifically the Celtic mother goddess known as Matrona. Matrena has an elevated tone and mature, vintage sound that can match your little one’s old soul in the future.
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Sources
Behind the Name, Matryona, January 2022
Behind the Name, Matrona (1), January 2022
Behind the Name, Matrona (2), January 2022
Online Etymology Dictionary, matron (n.)
Celtic Studies Resources, Who is the Celtic Mother Goddess?
Oxford Reference, Matrona
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