Petrichor

• Origin: English
• Gender: Female
• Pron: PET-trih-KOR
• First Est: 20teens

Petrichor is a modern English word coined in the 1960s from two Greek roots: petra (πέτρα) – “stone, rock,” ichor (ἰχώρ) – in Greek mythology, the ethereal fluid that flows in the veins of the gods. It describes the distinct earthy fragrance released when rain falls on dry ground.

As a given name, Petrichor has started to appear as an avant-garde given-name, chosen for its poetic, sensory quality and unique sound. It is a unique nature name with potential nicknames like Petra, Petri, Cora & Corey.