Noah Blackwell

By Noah Blackwell
Modern Naming Trends Expert

Updated on September 07, 2024

Belladonna

US Popularity Rank: 10328

Origin: Italian

Meaning: Beautiful lady

While sunshine and rainbows are perfectly lovely, a name with a bit of edge will help baby embrace their dark side. One such gem is Belladonna, a girl's name of Italian origin, meaning "beautiful lady." Interestingly, it’s also the name of a plant known as nightshade, which has deep purple flowers and poisonous black berries. Among other medicinal purposes, Atropa belladonna is said to have been an ingredient in love potions and was used as an eye drop to make women’s eyes more seductive. Whether you're interested in botany or just dig its witchy vibes, Belladonna is an undeniably beautiful name that teaches us that looks can be deceiving. Yes, your little one will be full of surprises!