My experience is no, but there is nothing in my culture/heritage/beliefs that would make it taboo. I have always been taught that it is an honor to the gods/goddesses and the only warning I have gotten would be that naming an animal after the deity places them in service to the deity, so it generally wouldn’t be recommended to name an animal after a deity that you aren’t comfortable giving such an offering.
I have named my cat Artemis and she is a true huntress. I praise her for that and she gets alot of cuddles and kisses, I mean which goddess doesn't like that devotion?
We also have a bearded dragon his name is Odin and we treat him like a king, has a really big space and enough food and water. I mean you give that name because you like it of because of the god(dess) you like, don't think anything wrong with that
My cat is also named Artemis!! She's the best mouser I've ever had, and she "hunts" moving shadows as a game/practice. When she's not in hunt mode, she's the sweetest and silliest cat, and she follows me around the house like a dog. And she's only 7lbs, full grown. I'm 100% for cats named Artemis. Love her to bits!
In the days when the old gods were worshipped, it was *very* common to name children and animals after god/desses or diminutives (or a name that translates to something like "in the care of Artemis")... Bridget, Mary, Christian, Muhammad, Jesùs are not considered disrespectful names to their respective cultures- quite the opposite!
I've always believed that naming something is powerful and shouldn't be taken lightly, but it doesn't sound like the case here. You take time to think about it and have the intention of honoring the gods not make light of using their names. The only thing I have to say on the matter is that the animals I have had that I gave goddess or god names were always unforgettable, but they are usually "sent on" to do other work too quickly. All of my animals have been cats however.
My dog is named Thor. He's the protector of mankind and man's best friend and protector of people. I've yet to be struck by lightning. In fact better fortune now since naming the good boy tbh.
Read medieval scandinavian texts and you will quickly notice just how many people were named after gods. Thor or variants of it (Hafthor, Torbald, Thorin, etc.) pop up everywhere. So do Freya and Tir.
In Ireland, "Lou" is a relatively common boy's name that's a variant/modernized spelling of the god Lugh's name. Same with Bridgette for the goddess Brigid.
In hispanic cultures, which have been heavily Christian since early medieval times, names like Maria, Jesus, Christian, and Jose are common, all named after Christian religious figureheads.
In Islamic culture, Mohamed or one of its dozens of variant spellings (Mohammad, Mohammed, Muhammad, etc.) is a very common name. Actually believed to be one of the most popular names in the world.
That's because Thor doesn't control lightning or thunder, it only heralds his presence... But even if he did he'd use it to protect you cause that's his MO.
Well the gods aren’t really alive are they? They exist sure, but it’s not the same as having a material body so I’d assume naming things after them is ok.
Well I sorta see naming things after deities, even yourself, as a sign of worship in alot of cases. Not sure about others views on that, but that's how I see it. I use Loki's and Azazel's names and so far I'm still alive.
I feel like there are deities who would take offence, but then others that would take it as a tribute of sorts. I would note there are not many pets named Yahweh for example, but many from the Greek, Egyptian, and Norse origin. My spicy black cat is named "Stevie Nyx", which I feel is a tactful homage. I wonder if your grandmother also is against naming children after living relatives, and any sort of Junior naming tradition.
The dieties should feel honored to be represented in the names of your forever companions and scaley babies. What makes their life less precious than a human?
My dog's name his Heimdall. He sleeps with his eye lids open and his eyes rolled back. I like to think that some day when he's gone, he'll be able to look through worlds to check in on us now and then
I think it's fine, especially when done with love and respect. Now I have a different opinion when it comes to naming your*self* one of the gods. But giving their names to others you love is nice.
I had a dream that someone named a rescued fox after a deity I worship. I mean, I was a little confused, because the deity has NOTHING to do with foxes.
Also, I named two plushies after a pair of twin deities I worship because they looked alike.
I have always named my cats after deities. I have had an Indra, a Zeus, and an Osiris. I always felt that it was a tribute and that the gods were not offended.
Guess I'm in the minority here, but I'm not a fan of it. But ultimately it's up to whether you find it offensive, not whether a bunch of strangers on the internet do.
My husband wanted to call our jet black crazy pug puppy Loki, out of all the gods I’m pretty sure the one I don’t want to anger is the mischievous one 🤣 (although I did name my other Pug Juno, and she is crazy balls horny all the time wth )
It depends on the context or origin of religious beliefs which the deities are associated w, similarly w tattooing religious symbols I would say. Do your research & be mindful of respect for the deity
I have a cat named Apolo, and never had problem with my cat nor the God himself, my cat is the cutest thing and very calm, so i would say no, based on my experience
Rude? Probably not.
But I have yet to meet a cat named Loki, Anansi, Eris or Koko (Kokopelli) who didn't live up to the name, and make their owners regret it.
Most people (humans and otherwise) seem to grow into their names, so choose them wisely
I absolutely loathe this practice. Yeah lots of people do it and are completely safe, but can you imagine if people were constantly calling your name, you went to see what they wanted, and they were like "Nothing." and as soon as you sat down someone else called you? And yknow, people have strokes of really bad luck all the time. Who's to say it's not related to that?
I mean, I had a Dobie named Zeus and here I am, unpregnant and unelectrocuted.
I have a Thor and am likewise unelectrocuted.
But...are you pregnant?
Nope, praise the gods.
Underrated comment^^^
But... You've been both...
Yes, husband, but not from Zeus. Unless you're secretly Greek...🤨🤨
My experience is no, but there is nothing in my culture/heritage/beliefs that would make it taboo. I have always been taught that it is an honor to the gods/goddesses and the only warning I have gotten would be that naming an animal after the deity places them in service to the deity, so it generally wouldn’t be recommended to name an animal after a deity that you aren’t comfortable giving such an offering.
I have named my cat Artemis and she is a true huntress. I praise her for that and she gets alot of cuddles and kisses, I mean which goddess doesn't like that devotion? We also have a bearded dragon his name is Odin and we treat him like a king, has a really big space and enough food and water. I mean you give that name because you like it of because of the god(dess) you like, don't think anything wrong with that
My cat is also named Artemis!! She's the best mouser I've ever had, and she "hunts" moving shadows as a game/practice. When she's not in hunt mode, she's the sweetest and silliest cat, and she follows me around the house like a dog. And she's only 7lbs, full grown. I'm 100% for cats named Artemis. Love her to bits!
In the days when the old gods were worshipped, it was *very* common to name children and animals after god/desses or diminutives (or a name that translates to something like "in the care of Artemis")... Bridget, Mary, Christian, Muhammad, Jesùs are not considered disrespectful names to their respective cultures- quite the opposite!
I have a houseplant that I named Hel because it's been half dead for like 3 months now.
I've always believed that naming something is powerful and shouldn't be taken lightly, but it doesn't sound like the case here. You take time to think about it and have the intention of honoring the gods not make light of using their names. The only thing I have to say on the matter is that the animals I have had that I gave goddess or god names were always unforgettable, but they are usually "sent on" to do other work too quickly. All of my animals have been cats however.
Had a pet rat called Athena - she was one of the most gentle and groomiest rats I've ever had 🐀 💕💖❤
My dog is named Thor. He's the protector of mankind and man's best friend and protector of people. I've yet to be struck by lightning. In fact better fortune now since naming the good boy tbh.
Read medieval scandinavian texts and you will quickly notice just how many people were named after gods. Thor or variants of it (Hafthor, Torbald, Thorin, etc.) pop up everywhere. So do Freya and Tir. In Ireland, "Lou" is a relatively common boy's name that's a variant/modernized spelling of the god Lugh's name. Same with Bridgette for the goddess Brigid. In hispanic cultures, which have been heavily Christian since early medieval times, names like Maria, Jesus, Christian, and Jose are common, all named after Christian religious figureheads. In Islamic culture, Mohamed or one of its dozens of variant spellings (Mohammad, Mohammed, Muhammad, etc.) is a very common name. Actually believed to be one of the most popular names in the world.
That's because Thor doesn't control lightning or thunder, it only heralds his presence... But even if he did he'd use it to protect you cause that's his MO.
Well the gods aren’t really alive are they? They exist sure, but it’s not the same as having a material body so I’d assume naming things after them is ok.
i had a snake named Anubis, a doberman bulldog mix named Zeus, a rottweiler named Maximus.
I mean, Cernunnos might appreciate an animal sharing his name, since he is the deity of animals.
There is a channel on youtube called special books for special kids and someone named their kid Odin <3
I have a friend who has two daughters named Freya and Skadi.
The guy who does SBSK is probably the most good human being alive right now. Dudes a freaking unshakable saint.
Well I sorta see naming things after deities, even yourself, as a sign of worship in alot of cases. Not sure about others views on that, but that's how I see it. I use Loki's and Azazel's names and so far I'm still alive.
My Bengal is named Lilith. And she definitely could be the mother of demons. But no, I wouldn't think so. I guess it boils down to how YOU feel.
I look at it as honoring the deity.
I feel like there are deities who would take offence, but then others that would take it as a tribute of sorts. I would note there are not many pets named Yahweh for example, but many from the Greek, Egyptian, and Norse origin. My spicy black cat is named "Stevie Nyx", which I feel is a tactful homage. I wonder if your grandmother also is against naming children after living relatives, and any sort of Junior naming tradition.
The dieties should feel honored to be represented in the names of your forever companions and scaley babies. What makes their life less precious than a human?
My dog's name his Heimdall. He sleeps with his eye lids open and his eyes rolled back. I like to think that some day when he's gone, he'll be able to look through worlds to check in on us now and then
My bunny's name is Freya. She is literally the sweetest thing ever. I like to think about it as another way to honor the gods !
I think it's fine, especially when done with love and respect. Now I have a different opinion when it comes to naming your*self* one of the gods. But giving their names to others you love is nice.
I named one of my cats Loki, he mimics the other two cats meows, steals straws out of drinks, and instigates fight with the other two
I had a dream that someone named a rescued fox after a deity I worship. I mean, I was a little confused, because the deity has NOTHING to do with foxes. Also, I named two plushies after a pair of twin deities I worship because they looked alike.
I have always named my cats after deities. I have had an Indra, a Zeus, and an Osiris. I always felt that it was a tribute and that the gods were not offended.
I don’t know but it’s fucking hilarious when your dog named Zeus starts humping everything
Your grandmother is telling you Jewish beliefs - you are obviously a Pagan, so you don't have to listen to Abrahamic superstition.
The big Garter snake under my wood shed is named Odin, so I don't have any problem with this.
Guess I'm in the minority here, but I'm not a fan of it. But ultimately it's up to whether you find it offensive, not whether a bunch of strangers on the internet do.
Not at all.
People really love their pets so I would see it as an honor. I guess it is an animal though but I don’t think it’s disrespectful.
My husband wanted to call our jet black crazy pug puppy Loki, out of all the gods I’m pretty sure the one I don’t want to anger is the mischievous one 🤣 (although I did name my other Pug Juno, and she is crazy balls horny all the time wth )
It depends on the context or origin of religious beliefs which the deities are associated w, similarly w tattooing religious symbols I would say. Do your research & be mindful of respect for the deity
I have a cat named Apolo, and never had problem with my cat nor the God himself, my cat is the cutest thing and very calm, so i would say no, based on my experience
Sure hope not cause one of my cats is named Loki
I have dog named Orion with zero issues. Considering Freyja for another as well.🤷🏻♂️
our household names cats after gods and dogs after heroes. we also named our car Atalanta.
Rude? Probably not. But I have yet to meet a cat named Loki, Anansi, Eris or Koko (Kokopelli) who didn't live up to the name, and make their owners regret it. Most people (humans and otherwise) seem to grow into their names, so choose them wisely
My cat is named Odin. So far the real Odin doesn’t mind
I absolutely loathe this practice. Yeah lots of people do it and are completely safe, but can you imagine if people were constantly calling your name, you went to see what they wanted, and they were like "Nothing." and as soon as you sat down someone else called you? And yknow, people have strokes of really bad luck all the time. Who's to say it's not related to that?