Villanelle Name meanings & History

Villanelle is a form of 16th century French and Italian poetry. It was popularized by the poem 'Villanelle' by French poet Jean Passerat. The name 'Villanelle' means 'peasant dance' and is derived from the Italian word 'villa' meaning 'farm' or 'countryside'. This was used by English writer Jeanette Winterson in her novel 'The Passion' (1987). She may have taken it from the English word for a form of poetry, which is ultimately cognate with Villana. Villanelle is a rare and unique name that is suitable for a baby girl. It is a literary name that is perfect for parents who love poetry.

Zodiac Sign of Villanelle: Variety Aquarius

Synonyms of Villanelle:

V: Vexing,Vivacious,Variety,Versatility

I: Intimate,Indulgence,Involved

L: Lazy,Languid,Lovely,Legal,Liaison,Lover,Luscious

A: Argumentative,Aggressive,Assertive,Angry,Action,Ambitious

N: Nagging,Nitpicking,Neurosis,Neat,Nice,Nervous,Nutrition

E: Enliven,Expressive,Enlighten,Environment,Entertain,Exaggerate

Villanelle is:

• a Comedic name
• a Complex name
• a Formal name

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