Chloris

I’ve honestly always loved this name, and the heartwarming Greek legend of the nymph Chloris and her husband Zephyrus, god of the west wind. Zephyrus’ love transformed Chloris into Flora, and she, a humble nymph of plant life, became the goddess of Spring and flowers. I personally think Chloris is a beautiful name, encapsulating the fertility and beauty of plant life, green leaves, sprouts, and new life blossoming.

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It’s pretty ridiculous how much hate this lovely and very unique nature-name is getting. I don’t think these contemptuous comments are funny at all, to be honest. Do your research on Greek mythology. The element chlorine, a green-colored gas, is named so after “Chloris”, which means “green”.

I like the banner.

Very pretty. But weirdly, to me at least, Chloris is like a reddy, purplish colour.

Reminds me of chlorine.

More like clitoris.

I personally really like the name Chloris. It doesn't really remind me of anything; these comments are hilarious!

I'm glad you're all having a laugh about the name Chloris, this happens to be my first Christian name and a family name. Before you make disrespectful comments about names think about how you would feel if you were in the other person's shoes!

I like it. Among the many chloro- words, I can't believe no one's mentioned CHLOROFORM, which is unfortunate. I don't think words that don't derive from Chloris are good arguments against this name. Anyway, in this age of anything-goes naming (see Nevaeh, Braelynn etc.) this would be an okay name, but it would sound weird to scientists. I think this is a GREAT middle name, as green is my favorite colour, and I like vegetation.

I too can see the name Chloris on mouthwash, dish soap, laundry detergent, cleaning supplies, etc. It's quite... sciency as well. Chloroplast, chlorine, and all that good stuff. The "Chl" part also can sound a bit icky and phlegm-y.

Poor neglected Chloris, nobody loves you. Don't worry, I appreciate your tart, snarky charms!

I agree with the mouthwash thing. This name reminds me of chlorophyll and chlorine too. Ick. Usually I'm tolerant and open-minded toward names like this, but ICK!

It sounds like a disease to me, probably because of cholera, and the suffix "itis" meaning "to swell," which is frequently used in disease names.

I kind of like this name, except for the fact that it makes me think of 'chlorine.'

Chloris sounds like a kind of fish. Honestly.

I like this name. And I agree, these comments are very funny.

I think it's a very mature-sounding name. On a side note, these comments are hilarious.

This would make an EXCELLENT name for a mouthwash.

Really? I kind of like the name Chloris. The nymph Chloris appears in that painting "Primavera" by Botticelli.

("Khloris" or ÷ëùñéò, from "Khloros" or ÷ëùñïò, meaning "greenish-yellow", "pale green", "pale", "pallid" or "fresh")

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Is it just me or, written down, does the name Chloris remind you of the word Chthonic or some horrible foot disease? Sorry. Had to be said.