Aurelia

Often associated with “golden” imagery in Latin-based explanations.

Aurelia is a feminine given name with Latin roots, recognizable for its flowing vowel pattern and its long historical footprint in Roman-era naming. In modern use it often feels elegant and clearly “name-like” without being overly ornate, and it is familiar across multiple European languages even when spelling conventions differ. Etymology notes commonly connect Aurelia to the Roman family name Aurelius and, by association, to Latin aurum meaning “gold,” which is why many sources summarize its sense as “golden.” That association is widely repeated, though exact scholarly framing can vary by reference. Pronunciation in English is often aw-REH-lee-uh, with the stress on the second syllable. If you use the accented French spelling Aurélia or the simplified form Aurelie, it can help to state your preferred spelling early, because those versions are visually similar but not always used in the same places.

Etymology: From Latin Aurelia, connected to the Roman family name Aurelius and commonly linked to Latin aurum (“gold”) in popular etymology.