Tolkien's Elvish naming conventions are highly systemic and follow strict grammatical rules. Sindarin names are typically compounds formed by joining a prefix (representing a noun, adjective, or verb) with a suffix (indicating gender or specific attributes).
Prefixes & Suffixes Chart
| Sindarin Segment | Type | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| El- | Prefix | Star (e.g. Elrond, Elwing) |
| Glor- / Glori- | Prefix | Golden Light (e.g. Glorfindel) |
| Mith- | Prefix | Grey / Silver (e.g. Mithrandir) |
| -wen | Suffix (Fem) | Maiden / Lady (e.g. Arwen) |
| -ion | Suffix (Masc) | Son of (e.g. Gildorion) |
| -las | Suffix (Neut) | Leaf (e.g. Legolas) |
Fictional Backstories and Lore
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