Whatcha think of this name? (The Blue Stag)

moonsoverwater's picture
Under the cut is name and definition

I will call him Halcyon.

hal·cy·on? ?
[hal-see-uhn] Show IPA
–adjective Also, hal·cy·o·ni·an ?
[hal-see-oh-nee-uhn] Show IPA
, hal·cy·on·ic ?
[hal-see-on-ik]
1.
calm; peaceful; tranquil: halcyon weather.
2.
rich; wealthy; prosperous: halcyon times of peace.
3.
happy; joyful; carefree: halcyon days of youth.

–noun
5.
a mythical bird, usually identified with the kingfisher, said to breed about the time of the winter solstice in a nest floating on the sea, and to have the power of charming winds and waves into calmness.
6.
any of various kingfishers, especially of the genus Halcyon.
7.
( initial capital letter ) Classical Mythology . Alcyone ( def. 2 ) .
Origin:
1350–1400; < Latin < Greek halky?n, pseudo-etymological variant of alky?n kingfisher; replacing Middle English alceon, alicion < Latin alcy?n < Greek

—Synonyms
1. serene, placid, pacific, untroubled.
Anjali's picture

I remember learning this word

I remember learning this word in school before, and I liked it. It's a very strong-sounding name, one that's quietly regal. It's the sound of a cool evening, when everything feels right.

I looked at the Blue Stag's bio, and I think it fits him to a tee. ♥

moonsoverwater's picture

Thank you, Anjali. I was

Thank you, Anjali.

I was really hesitant to name him... to keep the mystery, you know? But I am glad it fits him. I saw the name and something snapped, his face flickered through my head, and I jumped.

I am so glad I did.


(thanks, starling! The avatar is amazing! And Thanks Pretzil for the siggie!