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Name Analysis

So, how does Midna's name fit her character? Let's analyze it!

Similarity// While I haven't been able to find any information on just plain "Midna", we can assume that "Midna" is indeed very similar to "Midnight" which is similar to "Twilight". Perhaps this is one of the reasons the name "Midna" was chosen for this character. Very fitting, don't you think? Let's take a look at some Tarot Card information:

M   Death   13   Creator, Developer, Builder
I   Hermit   9   Independent, Researcher, Intelligent
D   Emperor   4   Determined, Persistant, Idealist
N   Temperance   14   Healer, Wise, Survivor, Crafty
I   Hermit   9   Independent, Researcher, Intelligent
G   Chariot   7   Strong, Sturdy, Decisive
H   Strength   8   Couragous, Faithful, Caring
T   Judgement   20   Unswerving, Steadfast, Demanding, Forceful

As you can see, the majority of characteristics shown are ones that Midna already has or ends up developing as you play. I especially like "T". Right off the bat, Midna is very demanding and forceful with Link.

Meanings// While looking up "Midnight", I found that it is similar to other names. For instance, Minuit, French for Midnight, is linked to Min and Meena, Irish Gaelic names that mean small, much like Midna's imp form. Another name linked to Midnight is Aminta, which means defender. Aminta was also a heroine of a play by the 16th Century Italian poet, Torquato Tasso, just as Midna is a heroine of Twilight Princess.