Erra
Erra Name meanings & History
Erra is derived from the name of the Babylonian god of war, epidemics, and destruction. It means "plague" or "calamity" in Akkadian. The Babylonian god of war, death, and other disasters. He may be identified with Nergal, the god of death. Erra expressed death himself symbolically by his continuous lethargy as he lay in a drunken stupor. He was supplicated to ward off pestilence and other calamities. He is mentioned in one of the earliest known epic poems, written on clay tablets, called the Epic of Erra (about 1000 BCE). The name Erra is rarely used in contemporary society, but could be a unique and meaningful choice for parents interested in Babylonian mythology.
Zodiac Sign of Erra: Expressive Gemini
Synonyms of Erra:
E: Entertain,Enliven,Expressive,Environment,Exaggerate,Enlighten
R: Reason,Rational,Restless,Resourceful
A: Aggressive,Ambitious,Argumentative,Action,Angry,Assertive
Erra is:- a Complex name
- a Mature name
- a Strange name
- a Youthful name
Related Names to Erra
Other Babylonian names include Marduk, Ishtar, and Tiamat.
