The Name Book

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Bethany House Publishers

Revised and updated by Christopher J. Soderstrom

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C

NTENTS

What’s in a Name?

The Deciding Factors

Guide to Using Name Listings

Alphabetical Listings of Names

List of Bible Names

Birthstones and Flowers

Heritage of Names

Our Favorite Girl Names

Our Favorite Boy Names

WHAT’S IN A

NAME

Names have been in existence as long as humanity. God created a timeless tradition when he gave Adam the first name, meaning “formed of earth.” In the same manner, humans have been handing out names since the beginning of recorded time.

But why names? Why not labels, symbols, or codes? Part of the answer is found in Genesis 1:27. “So God created human beings in his image. In the image of God he created them. He created them male and female” (NCV). If we were merely another species of God’s creation, we would all have one name, such as “lion,” “sparrow,” or “mole.” But because we are a special and unparalleled creation—individuals—we each have a name.

Names are an integral part of who we are. While we are all intrinsically unique, names bestow upon us a tangible way to distinguish one another. God reveals this individuality in Isaiah 43:1 in saying, “I have redeemed you; I have called you by name, you are mine” (NRSV). The names we now bear have meaning to the Lord! Not only this, but in Revelation 2:17 He tells his children that He will give us “a new name that no one knows except the one who receives it” (NLT).

The evolution of names has been shaped by both religious and cultural influences. In ancient times people were generally given one name (called a “given name”). This name often related to a circumstance surrounding a child’s birth (“Moses,” meaning “drawn from the water”) or a trait that parents hoped a child would possess (“Salome,” meaning “peaceful”). Also, the name could be connected with a promise or an aspiration (“Isaac,” meaning “laughter”) or possibly a simple object (“Esther,” meaning “star”).

In latter ancient history, some utilization of second names (and third, and fourth, et al.) can be observed. These names were usually given to demonstrate a person’s identification with a particular family and/or clan (Gaius Julius Caesar) or with a father (Simon bar-Jonah, with “bar” meaning “son of ”). This practice was carried into modern times through various tribal societies.

These additional names, however, were not commonplace in Western civilization until about 900 years ago (around A.D. 1100). At first, added names were taken only by the nobility. They became known as “surnames,” derived from the literal words “sir names.” This practice was gradually embraced by the common people over the centuries until, in 1465, King Edward V of England delivered an edict requiring that surnames be adopted universally for identification purposes. He ordered that the names taken reflect the individual’s identity, representing either a town, color, art, or office. Therefore, many new surnames came into being, such as Black, Smith, Miller, and Baker.

Over time, the means by which names were chosen and/or acquired broadened significantly. Some came from physical characteristics. For example, dark-haired Elizabeth became Elizabeth Browne, and blond James became James White. Some also were formed by adding “son” to the father’s name (Wilson, Carlson, Johnson, and Anderson). Others came about by adding prefixes meaning “son” to the father’s name (Fitzpatrick, Fitzgerald, MacMurray, MacDonald, O’Bannon, and O’Shea). There were also many other means of deriving and obtaining surnames.

The Church had an unparalleled influence over the choosing of names in medieval times. In the twelfth century, it decreed that only children named after saints and martyrs could be baptized. This was an attempt to stop the practice of naming children after pagan gods and entities. It was rather effective, for a priest of the Church had to be present to officiate at a child’s baptism and confirmation. Since these practices were generally believed to be integral to salvation, most people honored the edicts. Statistics show that the great majority of women at that time were named Mary, Ann, Elizabeth, or Catherine, while most men were named John, James, William, Charles, or George.

For the most part, additional titles, known to us as “middle names,” were not utilized until the eighteenth century. At this time, these new names became a way of further distinguishing an individual and also of honoring deceased relatives or admired persons. These, along with surnames, have emerged with ever-increasing importance as the earth’s population has continued to geometrically increase.

While all names have both denotative (inherent) and connotative (implied) meaning(s), this is no longer as important to many parents who are choosing names for their child. Often a child is still named for a characteristic or place, but in many cases names are now selected for the way in which they commemorate someone or something, or simply on the basis of their own various aesthetic qualities.

When inherent meaning is important to prospective parents, names are normally chosen on the merits of their positive implications. Parents naming their daughter “Cady” often do so in the expectation and hope that she will be pure. In the same way, parents who choose “Matthew” for their son most likely consider him a gift of God.

So, what’s in a name? Names are a celebration not only of our humanity, but also a reminder of our individuality—that we are uniquely made in the image of God. They are wonderful gifts, given second only to the gift of life itself—lasting testimonies to the beauty of personhood. Best of all, you now have the opportunity to make these choices for your child. Enjoy your quest.

THE DECIDING

FACT

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Associations

While particular names are given for many different reasons, three associations are of primary importance to most people. One, most children are in some way named after at least one relative. Two, they are often named in honor of historical figures and celebrities. Three, the majority of people in the Western hemisphere is named for biblical characters. Naturally, there is a great amount of overlap between these areas. For example, a baby named “Joseph Lincoln Johnson” could be named after both his grandfather Joseph and the Joseph of biblical renown, while also commemorating Abraham Lincoln.

Gender

While there seems to be a vast discrepancy in the ratio of male and female biblical names, since there are over 3,000 men listed in the Bible and less than 200 women, it’s not as “unequal” as it might appear. Many of the male names recorded in the Scriptures are now used frequently for females, such as Ariel, Dara, Jada, Neriah, Reba, Susi, and Zina. In the same way, there are many names which were once considered to be exclusively for boys or girls that now are commonly used and considered appropriate for both sexes. Pay attention to name usage around you—you may have more options than you realized! Examples of “gender-neutral” monikers are: Adrian, Audrey, Courtney, Dana, Greer, Jamie, Kelly, Kevin, Lee, Lindsay, Madison, Robin, Sydney, Taylor, Terry, Tierney, and Tony. Even so, it is important to be mindful of the consequences of choosing a traditionally gender-specific name for a child of the opposite sex. Innovation is fun, but try to envision any possible disadvantages as well.

Characteristics

Children are frequently named in celebration of treasured ideals, or given names that intrinsically represent these characteristics (Charity, Hope, or Grace, for example). Also, some are named after commemorative circumstances surrounding the child’s birth, such as Spring, Noel, or Joy. In addition, parents often give names which represent elements of character that it is hoped the child will possess. For instance, Ryan (meaning “little ruler”), Alexis (meaning “defender of mankind”), Katrina (meaning “pure”), or Caleb (meaning “bold”).

Nicknames

There are two important factors to consider regarding the use of shortened names. One, don’t use a longer name that will likely be shortened to a name that is undesirable to you. That is to say, if you cringe at the thought of Josh or Ash, don’t name your baby Joshua or Ashleigh. Other people will shorten it. Two, in most cases it’s preferable to give your child the “long version” of the chosen name. “Allison” and “Jacob” can always be abbreviated by merely using “Allie” and “Jake,” if those are the names you happen to prefer. However, if you choose the nickname as the given name, you impose unnecessary limits. As your child matures he or she may desire to put aside the nickname in favor of the full name. This may be difficult if the legality of the situation hinders such change (like altering a birth certificate).

Acronyms

An acronym is a word formed from letters of a set of words that stands for the group of words as a whole (usually the first letter or letters). Some common examples are SCUBA (Self-Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus), RADAR (RAdio Detection And Ranging), and PANIC (Parents Attempting to Name Imminent Children) (editor’s creation). What is not commonly realized, however, is that often the set of names given to a person will lend itself to an acronym. This can be a wonderful thing. For instance, you may want to give your child names which will spell out LUV (Lexi Umaya Vanderberg) or TRU (Tyler Robinson Ulrich). Another enjoyable option has been to create a set of names that will match the • standard nickname of the given name. Megan Elizabeth Gander brings out Meg, and Nicholas Ian Cortese emits Nic.

There are elements of acronyms which are, perhaps, less desirable. First, the gender of the child should be taken into account. HUG might seem adorable for a child, but a young man might see it differently, as did one great military officer. Hiram Ulysses Grant (who also became our eighteenth president) was so mortified by the hazing he received at West Point for his acronym that he changed his name to the more commonly recognized Ulysses Simpson Grant. Likewise, BIG could be both fun and appropriate for a baby boy who weighs in at 10 lbs., 4 oz., but Brianna Ingrid Gates certainly will someday object.

Second, there are many acronyms which should be avoided altogether. Don’t combine names that invite merciless teasing. Most of these can be spotted as soon as they are spelled out. Avoid, for instance, Ferris Alastair Tannen, Zachery Isaac Thatcher, and (for those who prefer longer titles) Brittaney Ariel Rhiannon Frazier.

Humor

Often parents give their children names that evoke concrete images of one thing or another. Every name carries connotations, just as every word does. However, if humor is involved, in each case it must be decided how far this will be carried. This is especially true when it comes to rhymes. Conventional wisdom says to forgo combinations that are “overly harmonious.” Mild examples are “Sarah Barah” or “Jason Mason.” Sometimes these can be fun, although it might not be fun for your child.

Even more consideration should be given to those names which could bring further ridicule. Real-life demonstrations are offered by Robin Banks, Wayne Dwopp, Cinder Eller, Krystal Ball, Flip Side, Otto Graph, Ann Cuff, Iona Mink, Paul Bearer, Candy Barr, and Constance Noring.

Spelling

There are some other points to mull and muse. It’s always enjoyable and challenging to look for ways to make the names that you select “stand out.” If you’re thinking about utilizing a notably unique name or a considerably variant spelling of a name, remember: your child will need to write it out each and every time a full signature is required throughout his or her life. Your darling baby might someday come to resent your creativity if you invent a “Ghennyphur Kolleene” or a “Qristaphir Writcherd.”

Pronunciation

No matter what languages underlie the root of the name you choose, there is a fair chance that you have many options available to you in terms of pronunciation. Frequently, notably ethnic and exotic names bring new zest to communication. Sometimes variety is refreshing. Bring to mind, however, this simple maxim: People tend to pronounce a name the way it looks. Ask yourself honestly whether having to repeatedly correct the name’s pronunciation and/or spelling will at some point become burdensome to your child (or you!).

Trends

Many people opt for trendy names. This is often regarded as a means to ensure that as children grow up they will “fit in” with others of or near their age. But first consider: which is more important to you—commonality or exclusivity? Tradition or authenticity? Harmony or distinction?

In many cases both can be had. Most of us are given at least three names. Ponder this with special consideration in regard to the first name. Do you want your child to have six others in her class/office/sandbox/committee who share the same name? Or would you rather give him one which will set him apart in one or more ways?

A pair of asides might be examined here. First, you can label your child with an exact era if a name is a falling star (beautiful and thrilling, yes, but burned up in the atmosphere in a flash). Second, while a name’s denotative, or official, meaning probably won’t change quickly, it’s connotative, or implied, meanings often do. It usually takes the passing of three generations for a name to be regenerated from its previously imagined meanings. This is not altogether bad—all names will change to a degree in this sense over the course of a lifetime. Do try to evaluate possible names with the big-picture timeline in mind.

Flow

It has been said that names are either the best or worst gifts a child can be given. That is to say, the implications of a child’s given names should be thoroughly considered. In so doing, picture your child having these particular names all of his or her life. One of the most effective means of carrying this out is by saying, out loud, the prospective full name(s) of the child. Also, you might try writing the information out, in index card form. For example:

Name: Danelle Marie Soderstrom

Initials: DMS

First and Middle: Danelle Marie

First and Last: Danelle Soderstrom

Possible Nicknames: Dani, Dee, Nell, Nelly

By working this out, you may possibly avoid an unforeseen disaster. If you don’t, you might end up with an Anna Graham or an Evan Gelical.

Surnames

Surnames can be a determining element in deciding first and middle names. The standard factors are how long and how distinguished surnames appear to be. First, if you have a short, easily recognized surname (Chang or Jones), you can be somewhat more “adventurous” in selecting the other names. You might choose longer or more unique names such as Jacqueline, Payton, Savanah, or Madison. Second, if your surname is uncommon or extra long, you may want to choose a simpler or shorter first name to provide contrast.

Phonetics

In many cases you’ll want to avoid choosing a given name that ends with the same letter or sound with which the middle or surname begins. If this is not observed, it can be difficult to know where one name ends and the other begins. Some examples are Lauren Newall, Janelle Leeden, Caleb Billings, Joseph Foston, Phillip Pryors, and Bob Block. It would take some thought to process these names. This is particularly noticeable with vowels: Joshua Aling, Cori Easter, or Kayla Underman.

Hyphenation

Many parents today give their child a hyphenated surname in order to preserve the maiden surname of the mother, e.g., Caitlyn Paige Larsen-Wilder, or Austin Cole Jennings-Thurston. Another option would be to use the mother’s maiden name as the child’s middle name, shortening the surname. In this case, your child might be Haley McDonald Fair or Alexander Brown Hastings.

GUIDE TO USING

NAME LISTINGS

AARON, Aaran, Aaren, Aarin, Aaronn, Aarron, Aron,

Arran, Arron (see also Aran, Aren)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Light Bringer

Spiritual Connotation: Radiating God’s Light

Scripture: Isaiah 60:1 KJV

Arise, shine; for thy light is come, and the glory of

the Lord is risen upon thee.

Primary Name (example: Aaron):

In most cases, this is the form of the name that is most commonly used. Sometimes a more secondary form will be listed first. This is done when, for instance, this form was used in the Bible or in classical literature (i.e., original rendering).

Alternative Spellings (examples: Aaran, Aaren . . . ):

These are other ways in which the name has been used. These lists are not meant to be exhaustive. There are many additional possible spellings, renderings, and combinations of names.

(see also . . . ):

This indicates that another name which is quite similar to the one listed has its own entry in the book and can be cross-referenced.

This symbol indicates that the primary name listed appears (in that form) in the Bible.

Language/Cultural Origin:

This is the primary cultural and lingual setting from which the name is derived. In most cases, the origin is quite apparent. There are instances, however, in which a word has legitimate roots in two or more languages. In these cases, the focus has been to determine the most common usage of the name and follow it in this book. Bear in mind, as well, that names evolve in form as they cross lingual barriers. Consequently, there may exist several forms of the same name.

Inherent Meaning:

This is the literal, or denotative, meaning of the name. Here, also, most of the names listed have a clear heritage. As a result, most of the inherent meanings are readily discoverable. Even so, some may have more than one meaning (again, having crossed languages). In addition, many of the words originate in ancient tongues and have notably changed in meaning. The greatest efforts have been made to ensure that the meaning listed is that which is derived from the original language of the name.

Spiritual Connotation:

This is an implied, or connotative, meaning of the name. The goal has been to take connotative meanings and interpret them in a spiritual (or abstract) sense. There is a subjective element here, for almost every name has more than one connotative meaning. However, the goal here is not to exhaustively list the traits or characteristics implied by a given name. Instead, one or two are listed to give a general idea of what are often seen as intrinsic qualities of a particular name, such as would be desired, thought, or hoped for a child given the name to possess.

Scripture:

This is a reference from God’s Word which is intended to shed light upon the inherent and implied meanings of the name. Attention has been centered especially upon the promises, encouragements, and exhortations the heavenly Father has given.

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AARON, Aaran, Aaren, Aarin, Aaronn, Aarron, Aron, Arran, Arron (see also Aran, Aren)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Light Bringer

Spiritual Connotation: Radiating God’s Light

Scripture: Isaiah 60:1 KJV

Arise, shine; for thy light is come, and the glory of the LORD is risen upon thee.

ABBOT, Abbott

Language/Cultural Origin: Aramaic

Inherent Meaning: Spiritual Leader

Spiritual Connotation: Walks in Truth

Scripture: 2 Kings 20:3 NKJV

Remember now, O LORD, I pray, how I have walked before You in truth and with a loyal heart, and have done what was good in Your sight.

ABDIEL, Abdeel, Abdeil

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Servant of God

Spiritual Connotation: Worshiper

Scripture: Psalm 2:11 TLB

Serve the Lord with reverent fear; rejoice with tremb ling.

ABDUL, Abdoul

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Servant

Spiritual Connotation: Humble

Scripture: Matthew 23:12 RSV

Whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and whoever humbles himself will be exalted.

ABEL, Abell

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Breath

Spiritual Connotation: Life of God

Scripture: Ephesians 5:2 NLT

Live a life filled with love for others, following the example of Christ, who loved you and gave himself as a sacrifice to take away your sins.

ABI, Abbey, Abbi, Abby (see also Abigail)

Language/Cultural Origin: Anglo-Saxon

Inherent Meaning: God’s Will

Spiritual Connotation: Secure in God

Scripture: Psalm 91:2 NKJV

I will say of the LORD, He is my refuge and my fortress; my God, in Him I will trust.

ABIA, Abiah (see also Habaiah)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Is My Father

Spiritual Connotation: Child of God

Scripture: Galatians 4:7 NKJV

Therefore you are no longer a slave but a son, and if a son, then an heir of God through Christ.

ABIEL, Abielle (see also Aviel)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Child of God

Spiritual Connotation: Heir of the Kingdom

Scripture: Luke 18:16 NASB

Permit the children to come to Me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these.

ABIGAIL, Abbigail, Abbigayle, Abbygayle, Abigael, Abigale

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: My Father Rejoices

Spiritual Connotation: Cherished of God

Scripture: Zephaniah 3:17 NKJV

The LORD your God in your midst, the Mighty One, will save; He will rejoice over you with gladness, He will quiet you with His love, He will rejoice over you with singing.

ABIJAH, Abija, Abiya, Abiyah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Will of God

Spiritual Connotation: Eternal

Scripture: 1 John 2:17 NRSV

And the world and its desire are passing away, but those who do the will of God live forever.

ABNER, Ab, Avner

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Enlightener

Spiritual Connotation: Believer of Truth

Scripture: Ephesians 1:18 NASB

I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened, so that you may know what is the hope of His calling, what are the riches of the glory of His inheritance in the saints.

ABRAHAM, Abe, Abrahim, Abram

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Father of the Nations

Spiritual Connotation: Founder

Scripture: Genesis 12:2 TLB

I will cause you to become the father of a great nation; I will bless you and make your name famous, and you will be a blessing to many others.

ABRIEL, Abrielle

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Innocent

Spiritual Connotation: Tenderhearted

Scripture: Ephesians 4:32 RSV

Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you.

ACE, Acey, Acie

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Unity

Spiritual Connotation: One With the Father

Scripture: John 6:44 TLB

For no one can come to me unless the Father who sent me draws him to me, and at the Last Day I will cause all such to rise again from the dead.

ACTON, Akton

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Oak-Tree Settlement

Spiritual Connotation: Agreeable

Scripture: Matthew 18:20 NASB

For where two or three have gathered together in My name, there I am in their midst.

ADA, Adah, Adalee, Aida

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Ornament

Spiritual Connotation: One Who Adorns

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:4 NKJV

Let [your adornment] be the hidden person of the heart, with the incorruptib le beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is very precious in the sight of God.

ADAEL, Adayel (see also Adiel)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Is Witness

Spiritual Connotation: Vindicated

Scripture: Job 16:19 TLB

Yet even now the Witness to my innocence is there in heaven; my Advocate is there on high.

ADALIA, Adala, Adalin, Adelyn (see also Adeline)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Honor

Spiritual Connotation: Courageous

Scripture: Joshua 1:9 NKJV

Be strong and of good courage; do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.

ADAM, Addam, Adem

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Formed of Earth

Spiritual Connotation: In God’s Image

Scripture: Genesis 1:27 KJV

So God created man in his own image, in the image of God created he him; male and female created he them.

ADARA, Adair, Adaira

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Exalted

Spiritual Connotation: Worthy of Praise

Scripture: Luke 14:11 NASB

For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, and he who humbles himself will be exalted.

ADAYA, Adaiah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God’s Jewel

Spiritual Connotation: Valuable

Scripture: Matthew 6:26 TLB

Look at the birds! They don’t worry about what to eat . . . for your heavenly Father feeds them. And you are far more valuable to him than they are.

ADDI, Addy (see also Adelaide)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: My Witness

Spiritual Connotation: Chosen

Scripture: Acts 1:8 NRSV

But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you will be my witnesses.

ADDISON, Adison, Adisson

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Son of Adam

Spiritual Connotation: In God’s Image

Scripture: Ezekiel 36:27 RSV

And I will put my spirit within you, and cause you to walk in my statutes and be careful to observe my ordinances.

ADELAIDE, Addey, Addie (see also Addi)

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Joyful

Spiritual Connotation: Spirit of Joy

Scripture: Psalm 5:11 NKJV

But let all those rejoice who put their trust in You; Let them ever shout for joy.

ADELINE, Adalina, Adella, Adelle, Adelynn (see also Adalia)

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Noble

Spiritual Connotation: Under God’s Guidance

Scripture: Psalm 31:3 NKJV

For You are my rock and my fortress; therefore, for Your name’s sake, lead me and guide me.

ADIA, Adiah

Language/Cultural Origin: African

Inherent Meaning: Gift

Spiritual Connotation: Gift of Glory

Scripture: John 17:22 NASB

And the glory which Thou hast given Me I have given to them; that they may be one, just as We are one.

ADIEL, Addiel, Addielle (see also Adael)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Ornament of God

Spiritual Connotation: Lovely

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:4 NLT

You should be known for the beauty that comes from within . . . which is so precious to God.

ADINA, Adeena, Adena

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Adorned

Spiritual Connotation: Clothed With Praise

Scripture: Jeremiah 31:4 RSV

Again I will build you. . . . Again you shall adorn yourself with timbrels, and shall go forth in the dance of the merrymakers.

ADLAI, Adley (see also Hadlai)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Justice of God

Spiritual Connotation: Truthful

Scripture: Zechariah 8:16 NKJV

Speak each man the truth to his neighbor; Give judgment in your gates for truth, justice, and peace.

ADLAR, Addler, Adler

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Eagle

Spiritual Connotation: Youthful

Scripture: Psalm 103:2, 5 NKJV

Bless the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all His benefits . . . So that your youth is renewed like the eagle’s.

ADONIJAH, Adonia, Adoniah, Adonija, Adoniya, Adoniyah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Is My Lord

Spiritual Connotation: Reverent

Scripture: Exodus 3:5 NCV

Then God said, “Do not come any closer. Take off your sandals, because you are standing on holy ground.”

ADORA, Adoree

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Beloved

Spiritual Connotation: Gift of God

Scripture: Malachi 1:2 NKJV

I have loved you, says the LORD .

ADRIA, Adría, Adriah

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Love of Life

Spiritual Connotation: Filled With Life

Scripture: Psalm 36:7 TLB

How precious is your constant love, O God! All humanity takes refuge in the shadow of your wings.

ADRIAN, Adreian, Adreyan, Adriaan, Adrien, Adrion, Adryan, Adryon

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Rich

Spiritual Connotation: Prosperous

Scripture: Deuteronomy 8:18 RSV

You shall remember the LORD your God, for it is he who gives you power to get wealth; that he may confirm his covenant which he swore to your fathers, as at this day.

ADRIANNA, Adriana

Language/Cultural Origin: Italian

Inherent Meaning: Dark

Spiritual Connotation: Guarded of God

Scripture: Psalm 121:7-8 NASB

The LORD will protect you from all evil; He will keep your soul. The LORD will guard your going out and your coming in from this time forth and forever.

ADRIEL, Adrial

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Member of God’s Flock

Spiritual Connotation: Nurtured of God

Scripture: John 10:11 NKJV

I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd gives His life for the sheep.

ADRIENNE, Adriane, Adriann, Adrianne, Adrien, Adriene

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Confident

Spiritual Connotation: Faith in God

Scripture: Mark 9:23 NCV

Jesus said to the father, “All things are possib le for the one who believes.”

AENEAS, Eneas

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Praised

Spiritual Connotation: Honored

Scripture: Proverbs 12:8 NKJV

A man will be commended according to his wisdom, but he who is of a perverse heart will be despised.

AFONYA, Afonja

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian

Inherent Meaning: Immortal

Spiritual Connotation: Eternal

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:54 RSV

When the perishable puts on the imperishable, and the mortal puts on immortality, then shall come to pass the saying that is written: Death is swallowed up in victory.

AFTON, Affton, Aftan, Aftyn

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From Afton, England

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Matthew 5:10 RSV

Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

AGATHA, Agata, Aggie

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Benevolent

Spiritual Connotation: Kind

Scripture: Proverbs 21:21 NRSV

Whoever pursues righteousness and kindness will find life and honor.

AGNES, Agness, Agnessa, Agniya

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Pure

Spiritual Connotation: Innocent

Scripture: Matthew 5:8 KJV

Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God.

AGRIPPA

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Pain of Childbirth

Spiritual Connotation: Promise

Scripture: Genesis 17:16 NASB

And I will bless her . . . and she shall be a mother of nations; kings of peoples shall come from her.

AHAB, Ahabb

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: My Father’s Brother

Spiritual Connotation: Learned

Scripture: Proverbs 2:10 TLB

For wisdom and truth will enter the very center of your being, filling your life with joy.

AHARAH, Aharhel, Aharia, Aharra, Aharya

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Brother of Rachel

Spiritual Connotation: Loyal

Scripture: Proverbs 18:24 NLT

There are friends who destroy each other, but a real friend sticks closer than a brother.

AHMAD, Ahamad, Ahmaad, Amaud

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Most Highly Praised

Spiritual Connotation: Servant

Scripture: Mark 10:43 NLT

Whoever wants to be a leader among you must be your servant, and whoever wants to be first must be the slave of all.

AHMED, Ahamed, Amed

Language/Cultural Origin: Swahili

Inherent Meaning: Praiseworthy

Spiritual Connotation: Sincere

Scripture: Matthew 10:32 NKJV

Therefore whoever confesses Me before men, him I will also confess before My Father who is in heaven.

AHSAN, Ahsahn, Ahsán (see also Hasani, Ihsan)

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Charitable

Spiritual Connotation: Generous

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:7 NRSV

Each of you must give as you have made up your mind, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.

AIAH, Aija, Aijah, Aiya, Aiyah, Aja, Ajah (see also Aya)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Bird of Prey

Spiritual Connotation: Strength of God

Scripture: Psalm 132:8 NKJV

Arise, O LORD, to Your resting place, You and the ark of Your strength.

AIDEN, Aidan

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish Gaelic

Inherent Meaning: Fire

Spiritual Connotation: Full of God’s Spirit

Scripture: Romans 8:11 NLT

The Spirit of God, who raised Jesus from the dead, lives in you.

AIESHA, Aesha, Aisha, Aishah, Ayashah, Ayishah, Ayshea (see also Asia, Iesha)

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Woman

Spiritual Connotation: Companion

Scripture: Genesis 2:18 NLT

And the LORD God said, It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a companion who will help him.

AILEEN, Ailean, Ailene, Ailina, Aleene (see also Eileen)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Light Bearer

Spiritual Connotation: Messenger of Truth

Scripture: Matthew 5:14 NKJV

You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden.

AINSLEY, Ainslee, Anslea, Anslee, Ansleigh, Ansley, Aynslee, Aynsley

Language/Cultural Origin: Scottish

Inherent Meaning: My Own Meadow

Spiritual Connotation: Bringer of the Word of Life

Scripture: Philippians 2:16 KJV

Holding forth the word of life; that I may rejoice in the day of Christ, that I have not run in vain, neither laboured in vain.

AJANI, Ayani

Language/Cultural Origin: Yoruba

Inherent Meaning: Victorious in the Struggle

Spiritual Connotation: Overcomer

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:15 NRSV

So then, brothers and sisters, stand firm and hold fast to the traditions that you were taught by us.

AJAY, Aja, Ajai

Language/Cultural Origin: Indo-Pakistani

Inherent Meaning: Immovable

Spiritual Connotation: Stable

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:58 NCV

So my dear brothers and sisters, stand strong. Do not let anything change you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord.

AKIL, Ahkeel, Akeel, Akhil, Akiel

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Intelligent

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: Proverbs 2:6 NKJV

For the LORD gives wisdom; from His mouth come knowledge and understanding.

AKIM, Ackeem, Akeam, Akeem (see also Hakim, Joachim)

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian

Inherent Meaning: God Will Establish

Spiritual Connotation: Obedient

Scripture: Deuteronomy 28:9 RSV

The LORD will establish you as a people holy to himself . . . if you keep the commandments of the LORD your God, and walk in his ways.

AKSEL, Acksel (see also Axel)

Language/Cultural Origin: Norwegian

Inherent Meaning: Father of Peace

Spiritual Connotation: Pleasant

Scripture: Proverbs 16:7 NKJV

When a man’s ways please the LORD, He makes even his enemies to be at peace with him.

ALADDIN, Alaaddin

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Pinnacle of Faith

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Luke 7:9, 50 TLB

Jesus was amazed. . . . He said, “Never among all the Jews in Israel have I met a man with faith like this.” And Jesus said . . . “Your faith has saved you; go in peace.”

ALAN, Al, Alen, Allan, Allen, Allin, Allon, Allyn

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Harmonious

Spiritual Connotation: At One With Creation

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:11 NKJV

Be of good comfort, be of one mind, live in peace; and the God of love and peace will be with you.

ALANNA, Alaina, Alainna, Alainnah, Alana, Alanis, Alannah, Alayna, Allana, Allanah, Allanis, Allayna

Language/Cultural Origin: Gaelic

Inherent Meaning: Cheerful

Spiritual Connotation: Effective Witness

Scripture: John 13:35 NKJV

By this all will know that you are My disciples, if you have love for one another.

ALASTAIR, Alistair, Alister, Allastair, Allaster, Allastir, Allister, Allyster

Language/Cultural Origin: Scottish

Inherent Meaning: Defender

Spiritual Connotation: Courage

Scripture: Psalm 27:14 NKJV

Wait on the LORD ; be of good courage, and He shall strengthen your heart; wait, I say, on the LORD !

ALBEN, Albain, Alban, Albany, Albein

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Of the City on a White Hill

Spiritual Connotation: Secure in God’s Love

Scripture: Isaiah 41:13 KJV

For I the LORD thy God will hold thy right hand, saying unto thee, Fear not; I will help thee.

ALBERT, Al, Alberto, Elbert

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Noble

Spiritual Connotation: Brilliant

Scripture: Psalm 18:28 NKJV

For You will light my lamp; the LORD my God will enlighten my darkness.

ALDA

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Prosperous

Spiritual Connotation: Under God’s Direction

Scripture: Joshua 1:8 NKJV

This Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate in it day and night. . . . For then you will make your way prosperous, and then you will have good success.

ALDEN, Aldin, Aldis, Aldous, Aldwin

Language/Cultural Origin: Anglo-Saxon

Inherent Meaning: Wise Protector

Spiritual Connotation: Guided of God

Scripture: Psalm 73:24 NKJV

You will guide me with Your counsel, and afterward receive me to glory.

ALDRICH, Aldric, Aldrick, Aldridge

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Wise Counselor

Spiritual Connotation: Strong of Mind

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7 NKJV

For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.

ALEA, Aleah, Aleea, Aleeah, Alia, Allia (see also Aliah)

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Exalted

Spiritual Connotation: Servant

Scripture: Luke 14:11 RSV

For every one who exalts himself will be humbled, and he who humbles himself will be exalted.

ALEJANDRA, Alesandra, Alessandra

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish/Italian

Inherent Meaning: Defender of Mankind

Spiritual Connotation: Compassionate

Scripture: Colossians 3:12 NIV

Therefore, as God’s chosen people . . . clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.

ALEJANDRO, Alesandro, Alessandro

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish/Italian

Inherent Meaning: Defender of Mankind

Spiritual Connotation: Sincere

Scripture: James 1:27 NCV

Religion that God accepts as pure and without fault is this: caring for orphans or widows who need help, and keeping yourself free from the world’s evil influence.

ALETHA, Alathea, Aleta, Aletha, Alethea, Alithea (see also Althea)

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Truthful

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: Luke 7:35 NASB

Yet wisdom is vindicated by all her children.

ALEXA, Aleksa, Aleksia, Alex, Alexia, Allex, Allix, Alyx, Allyx

Language/Cultural Origin: Hungarian

Inherent Meaning: Defender of Mankind

Spiritual Connotation: Benefactor

Scripture: Isaiah 1:17 RSV

Learn to do good; seek justice, correct oppression; defend the fatherless, plead for the widow.

ALEXANDER, Alax, Alec, Aleck, Aleksandar, Aleksander, Alex, Alexandar, Alexandros, Alexius, Alexxander, Alic, Alixander, Allax, Allex

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Defender of Mankind

Spiritual Connotation: Brave Protector

Scripture: Jeremiah 22:3 TLB

The Lord says: Be fair-minded. Do what is right! Help those in need of justice!

ALEXANDRA, Aleksandra, Alexandria, Lexandra

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Defender of Mankind

Spiritual Connotation: Generous

Scripture: Jeremiah 7:7 NASB

I will let you dwell in this place, in the land that I gave to your fathers forever and ever.

ALEXIS, Aleksei, Aleksey, Aleksi, Alexes, Alexi, Alexus, Alexys

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Defender of Mankind

Spiritual Connotation: Intercessor

Scripture: Jeremiah 27:18 NKJV

But if they are prophets, and if the word of the LORD is with them, let them now make intercession to the LORD of hosts.

ALFONSO, see Alphonso

ALFRED, Al, Alf, Alfredo

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Benevolent Ruler

Spiritual Connotation: Obedient

Scripture: Luke 10:27 NKJV

You shall love the LORD your God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your strength, and with all your mind, and your neighbor as yourself.

ALI, Aly (see also Allie)

Language/Cultural Origin: Swahili

Inherent Meaning: Exalted

Spiritual Connotation: Greatest

Scripture: Luke 13:30 NCV

There are those who have the lowest place in life now who will have the highest place in the future.

ALIAH, Alia, Aliya, Aliyah (see also Alea)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Exalted

Spiritual Connotation: Humble

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:6 NCV

Be humble under God’s powerful hand so he will lift you up when the right time comes.

ALIANNA, Aliana

Language/Cultural Origin: Scottish

Inherent Meaning: Bearer of Light

Spiritual Connotation: Ambassador of Truth

Scripture: Isaiah 49:6 NASB

I will also make You a light of the nations So that My salvation may reach to the end of the earth.

ALICE, Alis, Allis, Alysse

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: One of Integrity

Spiritual Connotation: Truthful

Scripture: Proverbs 11:3, 5 RSV

The integrity of the upright guides them. . . . The righteousness of the blameless keeps his way straight.

ALICIA, Alica, Alicea, Alicya, Aliecia, Alycia, Elicia, Ellicia

Language/Cultural Origin: Hispanic

Inherent Meaning: Truthful

Spiritual Connotation: Child of Truth

Scripture: 1 John 3:18-19 NRSV

Little children, let us love, not in word or speech, but in truth and action. And by this we will know that we are from the truth.

ALIKA, Alikah

Language/Cultural Origin: Nigerian

Inherent Meaning: Most Beautiful

Spiritual Connotation: Beauty of God

Scripture: Psalm 27:4 RSV

One thing have I asked of the LORD. . . . That I may dwell in the house of the LORD all the days of my life, to behold the beauty of the LORD, and to inquire in his temple.

ALIM, Aleem

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Scholar

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: Proverbs 8:11 NKJV

For wisdom is better than rubies, and all the things one may desire cannot be compared with her.

ALINE, Alene

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Noble

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 16:9 TLB

For the eyes of the Lord search back and forth across the whole earth, looking for people whose hearts are perfect toward him, so that he can show his great power in helping them.

ALISA, Alissa, Allissa, Allysa, Alysa, Alyssa, Allyssa (see also Elissa, Elysia, Lissa)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Noble

Spiritual Connotation: Bold

Scripture: Hebrews 13:6 NRSV

So we can say with confidence, The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can anyone do to me?

ALISHA, Aleasha, Aleesha, Aleisha, Alesha, Aliesha, Alishah, Alishia, Alysha, Alyshia, Alyssha

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Highborn

Spiritual Connotation: Victorious

Scripture: Isaiah 25:8 KJV

He will swallow up death in victory; and the Lord GOD will wipe away tears from off all faces.

ALLARD, Alard (see also Ellard)

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Brave

Spiritual Connotation: Dedicated

Scripture: Psalm 119:38 NKJV

Establish Your word to Your servant, Who is devoted to fearing You.

ALLEGRA, Alegrea, Allegréa, Allegria

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Cheerful

Spiritual Connotation: Eager to Live

Scripture: Psalm 37:4 NRSV

Take delight in the LORD, and he will give you the desires of your heart.

ALLEN, see Alan

ALLIE, Alley, Alli (see also Ali)

Language/Cultural Origin: Anglo-Saxon

Inherent Meaning: Brilliant

Spiritual Connotation: Illuminated

Scripture: Psalm 18:28 TLB

You have turned on my light! The Lord my God has made my darkness turn to light.

ALLISON, Alicen, Alicyn, Alison, Alisson, Alisyn, Allyson

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Truthful

Spiritual Connotation: Holy

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 16:29 KJV

Give unto the LORD the glory due unto his name . . . worship the LORD in the beauty of holiness.

ALMA, Almah

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Loving

Spiritual Connotation: Patient

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:5 NKJV

Now may the Lord direct your hearts into the love of God and into the patience of Christ.

ALMIRA, Allmira, Almeera, Almeira

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Princess

Spiritual Connotation: Fulfillment of Truth

Scripture: Psalm 25:10 KJV

All the paths of the LORD are mercy and truth unto such as keep his covenant and his testimonies.

ALONZO, Alanzo, Almanzo, Alonso

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Ready for Battle

Spiritual Connotation: Prepared

Scripture: Luke 1:17 NKJV

He will also go before Him in the spirit and power of Elijah . . . to make ready a people prepared for the Lord.

ALOYSIUS

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Noble

Spiritual Connotation: Great

Scripture: John 14:12 NCV

I tell you the truth, whoever believes in me will do the same things that I do. Those who believe will do even greater things than these, because I am going to the Father.

ALPHA

Language/Cultural Origin: Phoenician

Inherent Meaning: Ox

Spiritual Connotation: Restful

Scripture: Matthew 11:29 NKJV

Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.

ALPHAEUS

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Traveler

Spiritual Connotation: Nourished

Scripture: Exodus 33:14 NRSV

My presence will go with you, and I will give you rest.

ALPHONSO, Alfonso, Alfonzo, Alphanso, Alphonzo

Language/Cultural Origin: Italian

Inherent Meaning: Noble

Spiritual Connotation: Mighty Protector

Scripture: Jeremiah 33:3 KJV

Call unto me, and I will answer thee, and show thee great and mighty things, which thou knowest not.

ALTHEA, Altheya, Althia (see also Aletha)

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Healer

Spiritual Connotation: Wholesome

Scripture: Philippians 4:8 NRSV

Finally, beloved, whatever is true, . . . honorable, . . . just, . . . pure, . . . pleasing, . . . [and] commendable, if there is any excellence and if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.

ALTON, see Elton

ALVA (see also Elva)

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Brightness

Spiritual Connotation: Alive

Scripture: Job 33:4 NASB

The Spirit of God has made me, and the breath of the Almighty gives me life.

ALVIN, Al, Alvan, Alven, Alvyn (see also Elvin)

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Friend of All

Spiritual Connotation: Sincere

Scripture: Proverbs 18:24 RSV

There are friends who pretend to be friends, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother.

ALVIS (see also Elvis)

Language/Cultural Origin: Scandinavian

Inherent Meaning: All-Knowing

Spiritual Connotation: Conqueror

Scripture: Romans 8:37 NKJV

Yet in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us.

ALYSSA, see Alisa

AMADA, Amadea, Amadia

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: Beloved

Spiritual Connotation: Cherished

Scripture: Ephesians 5:29-30 NRSV

For no one ever hates his own body, but he nourishes and tenderly cares for it, just as Christ does for the church, because we are members of his body.

AMADEUS, Amadeaus, Amadeo, Amado, Amador

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Lover of God

Spiritual Connotation: Obedient

Scripture: Joshua 22:5 TLB

Be sure to continue to obey all of the commandments Moses gave you. Love the Lord and follow his plan for your lives. Cling to him and serve him enthusiastically.

AMADIKA, Amadikah

Language/Cultural Origin: Rhodesian

Inherent Meaning: Beloved

Spiritual Connotation: Close to God

Scripture: 1 John 2:5 RSV

But whoever keeps his word, in him truly love for God is perfected. By this we may be sure that we are in him.

AMAL, Amaal

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Sorrowful

Spiritual Connotation: Productive

Scripture: Exodus 35:2 NASB

For six days work may be done, but on the seventh day you shall have a holy day, a sabbath of complete rest to the LORD .

AMANDA, Amandah, Amandalyn, Amandi (see also Mandie)

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Worthy of Love

Spiritual Connotation: Virtuous

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25 NCV

Husbands, love your wives as Christ loved the church and gave himself for it.

AMAR, Amarr

Language/Cultural Origin: Punjabi

Inherent Meaning: Immortal

Spiritual Connotation: Unending

Scripture: Psalm 121:8 RSV

The LORD will keep your going out and your coming in from this time forth and for evermore.

AMARA, Amarah

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Wished-for Child

Spiritual Connotation: Precious Gift

Scripture: Proverbs 17:6 KJV

Children’s children are the crown of old men; and the glory of children are their fathers.

AMARANTHA, Amaranda, Amiranda, Amiranté, Amirantha

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Immortal

Spiritual Connotation: Everlasting

Scripture: Revelation 22:5 NCV

There will never be night again. They will not need the light of a lamp or the light of the sun, because the Lord God will give them light.

AMARIAH, Amaria, Amariya,

Amariyah, Amarya, Amaryah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Covenant of God

Spiritual Connotation: Preserved

Scripture: Exodus 23:22 RSV

But if you hearken attentively to his voice and do all that I say, then I will be an enemy to your enemies and an adversary to your adversaries.

AMARIS, Amarissa

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Promise of God

Spiritual Connotation: Promise fulfilled

Scripture: Lamentations 3:23 KJV

[His compassions] are new every morning: great is thy faithfulness.

AMASIAH, Amaziah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: My God Has Strength

Spiritual Connotation: Reverent

Scripture: Psalm 54:1 NKJV

Save me, O God, by Your name, And vindicate me by Your strength.

AMAYA, Amayah

Language/Cultural Origin: Japanese

Inherent Meaning: Night Rain

Spiritual Connotation: Gentle

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:24 TLB

God’s people must not be quarrelsome; they must be gentle, patient teachers of those who are wrong.

AMBER, Ambur (see also Ember)

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Like a Jewel

Spiritual Connotation: Cherished

Scripture: Psalm 143:8 KJV

Cause me to hear thy lovingkindness in the morning; for in thee do I trust: cause me to know the way wherein I should walk; for I lift up my soul unto thee.

AMBROSE, Ambros, Ambrus

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Divine

Spiritual Connotation: Immortal

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:54 NKJV

So when . . . this mortal has put on immortality, then shall be brought to pass the saying that is written: Death is swallowed up in victory.

AMELIA, Amaley, Amalia, Amalie, Amaliya, Amallia, Amelee, Amélie (see also Emelia, Emily)

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Industrious

Spiritual Connotation: Independent

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:11-12 NASB

Make it your ambition to lead a quiet life and attend to your own business and work with your hands, . . . so that you may behave properly toward outsiders and not be in any need.

AMERY, Aimery, Ameri, Ammerie, Ammery, Amory (see also Emery)

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Divine

Spiritual Connotation: Shows the Way

Scripture: Job 32:8 KJV

But there is a spirit in man: and the inspiration of the Almighty giveth them understanding.

AMES, Aimes

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Friend

Spiritual Connotation: Faithful

Scripture: Amos 3:3 KJV

Can two walk together, except they be agreed?

AMICA, Amicah

Language/Cultural Origin: Italian

Inherent Meaning: Beloved Friend

Spiritual Connotation: Valuable

Scripture: Proverbs 27:17 NRSV

Iron sharpens iron, and one person sharpens the wits of another.

AMIN, Ameen

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Trustworthy

Spiritual Connotation: Obedient

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 12:13 NKJV

Fear God and keep his commandments, for this is man’s all.

AMINA, Aminah, Aminda, Amindah

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Peaceful

Spiritual Connotation: Secure in Christ

Scripture: John 10:28 NLT

I give [my sheep] eternal life, and they will never perish. No one will snatch them away from me.

AMIR, Ameir

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Proclaimed

Spiritual Connotation: Known of God

Scripture: Romans 8:29 NASB

For whom He foreknew, He also predestined to become conformed to the image of His Son, that He might be the firstborn among many brethren.

AMIRA, Ameira

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Speech

Spiritual Connotation: Unhidden

Scripture: Luke 12:3 RSV

Therefore whatever you have said in the dark shall be heard in the light, and what you have whispered in private rooms shall be proclaimed upon the housetops.

AMIRAN, Ameiran, Ameiren

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: My Nation Is Joyful

Spiritual Connotation: Chosen of God

Scripture: Deuteronomy 28:7 RSV

The LORD will cause your enemies who rise against you to be defeated before you; they shall come out against you one way, and flee before you seven ways.

AMITTAI, Ahmitay, Amitai, Amitei

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Friend

Spiritual Connotation: Friend of God

Scripture: John 15:15 NRSV

I have called you friends, because I have made known to you everything that I have heard from my Father.

AMITY, Amitee, Amitie

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Bound by Friendship

Spiritual Connotation: Faithful Friend

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:12 KJV

A threefold cord is not quickly broken.

AMMIEL, Amiel

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God of My People

Spiritual Connotation: My Nation Is God’s

Scripture: Deuteronomy 32:9 NCV

The LORD took his people as his share, the people of Jacob as his very own.

AMMON, Amon, Amonn

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Of My Nation

Spiritual Connotation: Chosen

Scripture: Leviticus 26:12 NKJV

I will walk among you and be your God, and you shall be My people.

AMOS

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Bearer of a Burden

Spiritual Connotation: Compassionate

Scripture: Galatians 6:2 RSV

Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfil the law of Christ.

AMY, Aimée, Aimey, Aimi, Aimie, Aimmie, Aimy, Amey, Amie, Ammy

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Beloved

Spiritual Connotation: Serene Spirit

Scripture: Psalm 4:8 NASB

In peace I will both lie down and sleep, For Thou alone, O LORD, dost make me to dwell in safety.

AMYAS, Amias

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Beloved

Spiritual Connotation: Tenderhearted

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23 RSV

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such there is no law.

ANAIAH, Anaiya, Aniah, Anijah,

Aniya, Aniyah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Has Answered Me

Spiritual Connotation: Restored

Scripture: Psalm 39:12 NLT

Hear my prayer, O LORD ! Listen to my cries for help!

ANANI, Annani, Ananni

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Covered With God

Spiritual Connotation: Guarded

Scripture: Psalm 3:3 RSV

But thou, O LORD, art a shield about me, my glory, and the lifter of my head.

ANANIAS, Ananiah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Is Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Witness

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:1 NLT

As God’s partners, we beg you not to reject this marvelous message of God’s great kindness.

ANASTASIA, Anastasha, Anastashia, Anastassia, Anastassya (see also Tasia)

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Resurrection

Spiritual Connotation: Awakening

Scripture: Romans 8:11 NLT

The Spirit of God, who raised Jesus from the dead, lives in you. And just as God raised Christ Jesus from the dead, he will give life to your mortal bodies by this same Spirit living within you.

ANDREA, Andee, Andi, Andraia, Andraya, Andreah, Andreea, Andreia, Andreya, Andria

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Womanly

Spiritual Connotation: Filled With Grace

Scripture: Proverbs 31:28 NKJV

Her children rise up and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her.

ANDREW, Anders, Anderson, Andrae, Andras, Andre, André, Andreas, Andrei, Andrés, Andy, Aundré (see also Drew)

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Courageous

Spiritual Connotation: Enduring

Scripture: Psalm 27:1 KJV

The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The LORD is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?

ANEMONE, Anemonee, Anémonie

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Breath

Spiritual Connotation: Life of God

Scripture: Psalm 150:6 KJV

Let every thing that hath breath praise the LORD . Praise ye the LORD .

ANESKA, Aneshka

Language/Cultural Origin: Czech

Inherent Meaning: Pure

Spiritual Connotation: Likeness of Christ

Scripture: 1 John 3:2-3 NRSV

For we will see him as he is. And all who have this hope in him purify themselves, just as he is pure.

ANGELA, Angee, Angel, Angelea, Angelee, Angeleigh, Angelena, Angeliana, Angelica, Angelíca, Angelina, Angeline, Angelique, Angi, Angie, Anjelíka, Anjelina

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Angel/Messenger

Spiritual Connotation: Bringer of Glad Tidings

Scripture: Revelation 22:16 RSV

I Jesus have sent my angel to you with this testimony for the churches. I am the root and the offspring of David, the bright morning star.

ANGELO, Angelos

Language/Cultural Origin: Italian

Inherent Meaning: Angel/Messenger

Spiritual Connotation: Bringer of GladTidings

Scripture: Luke 2:10-11 NKJV

I bring you good tidings of great joy which will be to all people. For there is born to you this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord.

ANGUS

Language/Cultural Origin: Scottish

Inherent Meaning: Unique Strength

Spiritual Connotation: Creative Spirit

Scripture: Luke 10:7 KJV

And in the same house remain, eating and drinking such things as they give: for the labourer is worthy of his hire. Go not from house to house.

ANI, Anii (see also Ann)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hawaiian

Inherent Meaning: Beautiful

Spiritual Connotation: Lovely in Spirit

Scripture: Isaiah 52:7 NRSV

How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of the messenger who announces peace . . . who says to Zion, your God reigns.

ANIA, Aniah (see also Anya)

Language/Cultural Origin: Polish

Inherent Meaning: Compassion

Spiritual Connotation: Merciful

Scripture: Proverbs 21:21 NASB

He who pursues righteousness and loyalty finds life, righteousness and honor.

ANIKA, Aneka, Anekah, Anica, Anicka, Anikka, Annika

Language/Cultural Origin: Czech

Inherent Meaning: Favor

Spiritual Connotation: Grace of God

Scripture: 1 Samuel 2:26 KJV

And the child Samuel grew on, and was in favour both with the LORD, and also with men.

ANITA, Aneeta, Anetra, Anitra (see also Nita)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hispanic

Inherent Meaning: Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Kindness

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4 NRSV

Love is patient; love is kind; love is not envious or boastful or arrogant.

ANN, Anne, Annette, Anni, Annie, Anny (see also Ani)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Graceful

Spiritual Connotation: Understanding

Scripture: Psalms 111:10 KJV

The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom: a good understanding have all they that do his commandments: his praise endureth for ever.

ANNA, Ana, Anah, Anka

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Full of Grace

Scripture: Luke 1:28 NKJV

And having come in, the angel said to her, Rejoice, highly favored one, the Lord is with you; blessed are you among women!

ANNABELL, Annabelle

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Graceful

Spiritual Connotation: Beloved

Scripture: Psalm 89:1 KJV

I will sing of the mercies of the LORD for ever: with my mouth will I make known thy faithfulness to all generations.

ANNELISA, Annalisa, Annalise, Annelise

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Oath of God

Spiritual Connotation: Gracious Promise

Scripture: Genesis 9:9, 11 RSV

Behold, I estab lish my covenant with you and your descendants after you, . . . and never again shall there be a flood to destroy the earth.

ANNEMARIE, Annamaria, Anna-Maria, Annamarie, Anne-Marie, Annmaria, Annmarie

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Bitter Grace

Spiritual Connotation: Faithfulness of God

Scripture: Hebrews 13:5 NRSV

Keep your lives free from the love of money, and be content with what you have; for he has said, I will never leave you or forsake you.

ANSEL, Ancell, Ansell

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle English

Inherent Meaning: Noble

Spiritual Connotation: Follower of Truth

Scripture: Jeremiah 33:6 KJV

Behold, I will bring it health and cure, and I will cure them, and will reveal unto them the abundance of peace and truth.

ANSON, Ansun

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Divine

Spiritual Connotation: Partaker in Glory

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:10 RSV

And after you have suffered a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to his eternal glory in Christ, will himself restore, establish, and strengthen you.

ANTHONY, Anfernee, Anthoney, Anthonie, Antoiné, Antony (see also Antonio, Tony)

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Praiseworthy

Spiritual Connotation: Prosperous

Scripture: Psalm 122:7, 9 KJV

Peace be within thy walls, and prosperity within thy palaces. Because of the house of the LORD our God I will seek thy good.

ANTON, Antonn

Language/Cultural Origin: Slavic

Inherent Meaning: One of Value

Spiritual Connotation: Eloquent

Scripture: Proverbs 25:11 KJV

A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in pictures of silver.

ANTONIA, Antoinette, Antonette, Antoñia (see also Tania, Toni)

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Priceless

Spiritual Connotation: Jewel of Light

Scripture: Matthew 5:16 KJV

Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.

ANTONIO, Antoñio, Antonius

Language/Cultural Origin: Italian

Inherent Meaning: Priceless

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Isaiah 54:14 KJV

In righteousness shalt thou be estab lished: thou shalt be far from oppression; for thou shalt not fear: and from terror; for it shall not come near thee.

ANYA, Annya (see also Ania)

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian

Inherent Meaning: Favor of God

Spiritual Connotation: Peace

Scripture: Proverbs 16:7 RSV

When a man’s ways please the LORD, he makes even his enemies to be at peace with him.

APOLLOS, Apollo

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Youthful God of Music

Spiritual Connotation: Joyful

Scripture: Psalm 33:2 NCV

Praise the LORD on the harp; make music for him on a ten-stringed lyre.

APRIL, Aprill, Apryl

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: New in Faith

Spiritual Connotation: Awakened

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:14 KJV

And [I] shall put my spirit in you, and ye shall live.

AQUILLA, Aquila

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Eagle

Spiritual Connotation: Strong

Scripture: Isaiah 40:31 NCV

But the people who trust the LORD will become strong again. They will rise up as an eagle in the sky; they will run and not need rest; they will walk and not become tired.

ARAM, Aramia

Language/Cultural Origin: Syrian

Inherent Meaning: Exalted

Spiritual Connotation: Humble

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:28-29 NLT

God chose things despised by the world . . . and used them to bring to nothing what the world considers important, so that no one can ever boast in the presence of God.

ARAN, Aranne, Aronne (see also Aaron, Aren)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Firm

Spiritual Connotation: Gifted

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11 NLT

He is the one who gave these gifts to the church. . . . Their responsibility is to equip God’s people to do his work and build up the church, the body of Christ.

ARCHER, Arch, Archie

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Bowman

Spiritual Connotation: Steadfast

Scripture: Isaiah 40:31 KJV

But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.

ARDEL, Ardell

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Industrious

Spiritual Connotation: Creative

Scripture: Exodus 23:12 NKJV

Six days you shall do your work, and on the seventh day you shall rest.

ARDELLE, Ardella

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Eager

Spiritual Connotation: Spirit of Praise

Scripture: Psalm 67:5-6 NKJV

Let the peoples praise You, O God; Let all the peoples praise You.Then the earth shall yield her increase; God, our own God, shall bless us.

ARDITH, Ardath, Ardeth, Ardyth

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Faithful

Spiritual Connotation: Dependent Upon God

Scripture: Psalm 28:7 KJV

The LORD is my strength and my shield; my heart trusted in him, and I am helped: therefore my heart greatly rejoiceth; and with my song will I praise him.

ARDON, Ardan, Arden, Ardyn

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Descendant

Spiritual Connotation: Promise

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 16:15 NKJV

Remember His covenant forever, the word which He commanded, for a thousand generations.

ARELI, Arilee, Arileigh, Ariley

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Heroic

Spiritual Connotation: Miraculous

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1:10 NCV

This will happen on the day when the Lord Jesus comes to receive glory because of his holy people. And all the people who have believed will be amazed at Jesus.

AREN, Arenn (see also Aaron, Aran)

Language/Cultural Origin: Danish

Inherent Meaning: Eagle

Spiritual Connotation: Perseverance

Scripture: Hosea 12:6 NRSV

But as for you, return to your God, hold fast to love and justice, and wait continually for your God.

ARETAS, Areetas, Aritas

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Pleasing

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: Proverbs 3:17 NCV

Wisdom will make your life pleasant and will bring you peace.

ARETHA, Areatha, Areetha

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Virtuous

Spiritual Connotation: Pure

Scripture: Matthew 5:8 NASB

Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.

ARIADNE, Ari, Ariane, Ariann, Arianne, Arien, Arienne

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Holy

Spiritual Connotation: Presented to God

Scripture: Romans 6:13 TLB

Do not let any part of your bodies . . . to be used for sinning; but give yourselves completely to God.

ARIANA, Aeriana, Arianna, Arieana, Aryanna (see also Irina)

Language/Cultural Origin: Italian

Inherent Meaning: Holy

Spiritual Connotation: Pure in Heart

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 7:1 NIV

Let us purify ourselves from everything that contaminates body and spirit, perfecting holiness out of reverence for God.

ARIC, Aaric, Arick, Arik, Arric, Arrick, Arrik (see also Eric)

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Holy Ruler

Spiritual Connotation: Just

Scripture: Colossians 4:1 NCV

Masters, give what is good and fair to your slaves. Remember that you have a Master in heaven.

ARIEL, Aerial, Aeriell, Arial, Ariale,Arielle, Ariyel, Arrial, Arriel (see also Uriel)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Lion or Lioness of God

Spiritual Connotation: Royal Servant

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:18 RSV

Servants, be submissive to your masters with all respect. . . . For one is approved if, mindful of God, he endures pain while suffering unjustly.

ARIN, Arinn, Aryn (see also Erin)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Enlightened

Spiritual Connotation: Filled With Light

Scripture: Ephesians 1:18-19 NRSV

So that, with the eyes of your heart enlightened, you may know what is the hope to which he has called you . . . and what is the immeasurab le greatness of his power for us who believe.

ARINA, Areena

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian

Inherent Meaning: Peace

Spiritual Connotation: Encourager

Scripture: Romans 14:19 NKJV

Therefore let us pursue the things which make for peace and the things by which one may edify another.

ARIOCH, Arioc, Arriok

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Lionlike

Spiritual Connotation: Dependent Upon God

Scripture: Psalm 34:10 NLT

Even strong young lions sometimes go hungry, but those who trust in the LORD will never lack any good thing.

ARION, Arian, Ariane, Arien, Arrian (see also Ariadne)

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Charming

Spiritual Connotation: Captivating

Scripture: Song of Songs 4:1 NASB

How beautiful you are, my darling, how beautiful you are!

ARISTOTLE, Ari, Arias, Arie, Aris, Arri

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Greatest Achievement

Spiritual Connotation: Intelligent

Scripture: Proverbs 8:10 NCV

Choose my teachings instead of silver, and knowledge rather than the finest gold.

ARLEN, Arlan, Arland, Arlend, Arlin, Arlyn, Arlynn

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Pledge

Spiritual Connotation: Truthful

Scripture: Psalm 34:1 NRSV

I will bless the LORD at all times; his praise shall continually be in my mouth.

ARLENE, Arlana, Arleen, Arleyne, Arline, Arlis, Arliss, Arlyss

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Pledge

Spiritual Connotation: Truthful

Scripture: Luke 8:15 NASB

But the seed in the good soil, these are the ones who have heard the word in an honest and good heart, and hold it fast, and bear fruit with perseverance.

ARLEY, Arleigh, Arlie, Arly

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Hunter

Spiritual Connotation: Pledge

Scripture: Genesis 1:28 NKJV

Then God blessed them, and God said to them, Be fruitful and multiply; fill the earth and subdue it; have dominion . . . over every living thing that moves on the earth.

ARMAND, Armando, Armond

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Army Man

Spiritual Connotation: Strong

Scripture: Psalm 37:39 NASB

But the salvation of the righteous is from the LORD ; He is their strength in time of trouble.

ARMON, Arman, Armen, Armin

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Fortress

Spiritual Connotation: Guarded

Scripture: Psalm 5:12 TLB

For you bless the godly man, O Lord; you protect him with your shield of love.

ARMONI, Armani, Armonni

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: From the Palace

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6 NCV

Serving God does make us very rich, if we are satisfied with what we have.

ARNOLD, Arne, Arney, Arni, Arnie

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Strong as an Eagle

Spiritual Connotation: Brave

Scripture: Psalm 103:1, 5 KJV

Bless the LORD, O my soul . . . Who –satisfieth thy mouth with good things; so that thy youth is renewed like the eagle’s.

ARRIO, Ario

Language/Cultural Origin: Hispanic

Inherent Meaning: Warlike

Spiritual Connotation: Protector

Scripture: Psalm 82:3 NKJV

Defend the poor and fatherless; Do justice to the afflicted and needy.

ARSENIO, Arsenius, Arsinio

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Masculine

Spiritual Connotation: One of Integrity

Scripture: Psalm 119:9 NIV

How can a young man keep his way pure? By living according to your word.

ARSLAN, Aslan

Language/Cultural Origin: Turkish

Inherent Meaning: Lion

Spiritual Connotation: Symbol of Christ

Scripture: Revelation 10:3 NRSV

He gave a great shout, like a lion roaring. And when he shouted, the seven thunders sounded.

ARTHUR, Art, Arte, Arther, Arthor, Artie, Artis, Arturo, Artur

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Bold

Spiritual Connotation: Gracious Ruler

Scripture: Exodus 34:6 NLT

I am the LORD, I am the LORD, the merciful and gracious God. I am slow to anger and rich in unfailing love and faithfulness.

ASA, Asah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Healer

Spiritual Connotation: Healer of the Mind and of the Body

Scripture: Isaiah 33:6 KJV

And wisdom and knowledge shall be the stability of thy times, and strength of salvation: the fear of the LORD is his treasure.

ASAD, Asaad, Asád, Assad (see also Hasad)

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Lion

Spiritual Connotation: Strength of God

Scripture: Chronicles 29:12 NKJV

In Your hand is power and might; in Your hand it is to make great and to give strength to all.

ASAPH

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Remover of Reproach

Spiritual Connotation: Gentle

Scripture: Proverbs 15:1 NKJV

A soft answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.

ASAREL, Ahsarel, Azarael, Azareel(see also Asriel, Azarel, Azriel)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Upright

Spiritual Connotation: Exalted

Scripture: Genesis 41:43 NASB

And he had him ride in his second chariot; and they proclaimed before him, “Bow the knee!” And he set him over all the land of Egypt.

ASENATH, Asennath

Language/Cultural Origin: Egyptian

Inherent Meaning: Belonging to theGoddess

Spiritual Connotation: Honored

Scripture: Genesis 41:50 NKJV

And to Joseph were born two sons . . . whom Asenath . . . bore to him.

ASHA, Ashia

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Vitality

Spiritual Connotation: Humble Strength

Scripture: Genesis 49:15 TLB

When he saw how good the countryside was, how pleasant the land, he willingly bent his shoulder to the task and served his masters with vigor.

ASHBY, Ashbey

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Ash-TreeFarm

Spiritual Connotation: Fear of God

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 7:1 NKJV

Let us cleanse ourselves from all filthiness of the flesh and spirit, perfecting holiness in the fear of God.

ASHER, Ashor, Ashur

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Blessed

Spiritual Connotation: Fortunate

Scripture: Psalm 16:11 NKJV

You will show me the path of life; In Your presence is fullness of joy; At Your right hand are pleasures forevermore.

ASHFORD, Ash

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Ash-Tree Ford

Spiritual Connotation: Victorious

Scripture: Revelation 2:7 NKJV

To him who overcomes I will give to eat from the tree of life, which is in the midst of the Paradise of God.

ASHLEY, Ashelee, Asheleigh, Asheley, Ashlea, Ashleah, Ashleay, Ashlee, Ashleigh, Ashly

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Of the Ash-TreeMeadow

Spiritual Connotation: Harmony

Scripture: Psalm 133:1 NRSV

How very good and pleasant it is when kindred live together in unity!

ASHLYNN, Ashlan, Ashlen, Ashlin, Ashling, Ashlyn, Ashlyne, Ashlynne

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Dream

Spiritual Connotation: Vision of God

Scripture: Ezekiel 12:23 NKJV

The days are at hand, and the fulfillment of every vision.

ASHTON, Ashtin

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Ash-TreeFarm

Spiritual Connotation: Supplicant

Scripture: Psalm 57:2 NLT

I cry out to God Most High, to God who will fulfill his purpose for me.

ASIA, Aisia, Asya, Aysia

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Eastern Sunrise

Spiritual Connotation: God Is Sovereign

Scripture: 2 Samuel 7:22 NKJV

For there is none like You, nor is there any God besides You, according to all that we have heard with our ears.

ASRIEL, Ashrael, Ashreel, Ashrayel, Ashriel, Asrael, Asreel, Asreyel(see also Asarel, Azarel, Azriel)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Is Joined

Spiritual Connotation: Unity

Scripture: Psalm 133:1 NRSV

How very good and pleasant it is when kindred live together in unity!

ASTHER, Aster (see also Esther)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Flower

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Isaiah 58:8 NKJV

Then your light shall break forth like the morning, Your healing shall spring forth speedily, and your righteousness shall go before you; The glory of the LORD shall be your rear guard.

ATARAH, Atara, Atarra

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Crown

Spiritual Connotation: Faithful

Scripture: Revelation 2:10 NCV

Do not be afraid of what you are about to suffer. . . . Be faithful, even if you have to die, and I will give you the crown of life.

ATHALIA, Atalya, Athalya

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Afflicted

Spiritual Connotation: Honor

Scripture: Isaiah 38:19 TLB

The living, only the living, can praise you as I do today. One generation makes known your faithfulness to the next.

ATHENA, Athina

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Wise

Spiritual Connotation: Mind of God

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:16 NKJV

For who has known the mind of the LORD that he may instruct Him? But we have the mind of Christ.

ATHERTON

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle English

Inherent Meaning: Of the Town by theSpring

Spiritual Connotation: Abundant Life

Scripture: John 10:10 NASB

The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I came that they may have life, and have it abundantly.

ATLEY, Atlea, Atlee, Atleigh, Attley

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Meadow

Spiritual Connotation: Purchased

Scripture: Corinthians 7:23 NLT

God purchased you at a high price. Don’t be enslaved by the world.

ATWELL, Attwell

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Well

Spiritual Connotation: Refreshing

Scripture: Song of Songs 4:15 TLB

You are a garden fountain, a well of living water, refreshing as the streams from the Lebanon mountains.

AUBREY, Aubray, Aubreigh, Aubrie

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Noble

Spiritual Connotation: Compassionate

Scripture: Proverbs 31:26 NASB

She opens her mouth in wisdom, and the teaching of kindness is on her tongue.

AUBURN, Auburne

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Reddish-Brown

Spiritual Connotation: Released

Scripture: Isaiah 35:5 NKJV

Then the eyes of the b lind shall be opened, and the ears of the deaf shall be unstopped.

AUDIE, Audi

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Property Guardian

Spiritual Connotation: Strong of Heart

Scripture: John 16:33 NASB

These things I have spoken to you, so that in Me you may have peace. In the world you have tribulation, but take courage; I have overcome the world.

AUDREY, Audra, Audray, Audree, Audri, Audrianna, Audrie, Audry

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Noble Strength

Spiritual Connotation: Overcomer of Many Difficulties

Scripture: 1 John 2:14 NKJV

I have written to you, young men, because you are strong, and the word of God abides in you, and you have overcome the wicked one.

AUDRIC, Audrich (see also Aldrich)

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Wise Ruler

Spiritual Connotation: Chosen

Scripture: Revelation 2:10 NKJV

Be faithful until death, and I will give you the crown of life.

AUGUSTA, Agusta, Augustina

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Majestic

Spiritual Connotation: Queenly

Scripture: Proverbs 31:25 NLT

She is clothed with strength and dignity, and she laughs with no fear of the future.

AUGUSTUS, August, Augustine

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Venerable

Spiritual Connotation: Exalted

Scripture: Proverbs 27:18 NCV

Whoever takes care of his master will receive honor.

AUREL, Aurèle, Aurelio

Language/Cultural Origin: Czech

Inherent Meaning: From Aurek

Spiritual Connotation: Reverent

Scripture: Malachi 4:2 TLB

But for you who fear my name, the Sun of Righteousness will rise with healing in his wings.

AURELIA, Auralia, Aurelea, Aureliana, Aurielle, Aurilia

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Golden

Spiritual Connotation: Sealed

Scripture: Hebrews 5:9 NKJV

And having been perfected, He became the author of eternal salvation to all who obey Him.

AURORA, Auroré

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Dawn

Spiritual Connotation: Mouthpiece of God

Scripture: Psalm 50:1 NKJV

The Mighty One, God the LORD, has spoken and called the earth from the rising of the sun to its going down.

AUSTIN, Austan, Austen, Austyn

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Renowned

Spiritual Connotation: Guided of God

Scripture: Isaiah 58:11 KJV

And the LORD shall guide thee continually, and satisfy thy soul in drought . . . and thou shalt be like a watered garden.

AVA, Avae, Ave (see also Eva)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Filled With Life

Spiritual Connotation: Filled With Praise

Scripture: Psalm 106:1 KJV

Praise ye the LORD . O give thanks unto the LORD ; for he is good: for his mercy endureth for ever.

AVERY, Averey, Averie

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle English

Inherent Meaning: Ruler

Spiritual Connotation: Wise Counselor

Scripture: Proverbs 20:5 TLB

Though good advice lies deep within a counselor’s heart, the wise man will draw it out.

AVIEL, Avi, Avian, Avion (see also Abiel)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Is My Father

Spiritual Connotation: Child of God

Scripture: 1 John 5:1 NCV

Everyone who believes that Jesus is the Christ is God’s child, and whoever loves the Father also loves the Father’s children.

AVIS, Avia, Aviana

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Refuge

Spiritual Connotation: Place of Freedom

Scripture: Galatians 5:1 NASB

It was for freedom that Christ set us free; therefore keep standing firm and do not be subject again to a yoke of slavery.

AXEL, Axell, Axil, Axill (see also Aksel)

Language/Cultural Origin: Scandinavian

Inherent Meaning: My Father Is Peace

Spiritual Connotation: Victory

Scripture: Romans 16:20 NASB

And the God of peace will soon crush Satan under your feet. The grace of our Lord Jesus be with you.

AYA, Ayah (see also Aiah)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Bird

Spiritual Connotation: Committed

Scripture: Proverbs 27:8 NASB

Like a bird that wanders from her nest, so is a man who wanders from his home.

AYANNA, Aiyana, Ayana, Ayania, Ayannah

Language/Cultural Origin: Cherokee

Inherent Meaning: Everlasting Bloom

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Genesis 13:15 NKJV

All the land which you see I give to you and your descendants forever.

AYASHA, Ayashah

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Life

Spiritual Connotation: Eternal

Scripture: John 6:27 NLT

But you shouldn’t be so concerned about perishable things like food. Spend your energy seeking the eternal life that I, the Son of Man, can give you.

AZAREL, Ahzarel, Azarael, Azareel

(see also Asarel, Asriel, Azriel)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Helped

Spiritual Connotation: Delivered

Scripture: Psalm 34:4 NKJV

I sought the LORD, and He heard me, And delivered me from all my fears.

AZARIAH, Azariyah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: The Lord Will Keep Us

Spiritual Connotation: Preserved

Scripture: Numbers 6:24 NASB

The LORD bless you, and keep you.

AZEEM, Aseem

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Defender

Spiritual Connotation: God’s Warrior

Scripture: Zechariah 12:8 NASB

In that day the LORD will defend the inhabitants of Jerusalem.

AZRIEL, Azrayel, Azriela, Azrielle(see also Asarel, Asriel, Azarel)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Is My Help

Spiritual Connotation: Prayerful

Scripture: Psalm 77:2 NCV

I look for the Lord on the day of trouble. All night long I reach out my hands, but I cannot be comforted.

AZZAN, Azzán

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Sharp

Spiritual Connotation: Devout

Scripture: Proverbs 27:17 NASB

Iron sharpens iron, So one man sharpens another.

B

BAARA, Bara, Baarah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Burning

Spiritual Connotation: Flame of God

Scripture: Hebrews 12:29 NKJV

Our God is a consuming fire.

BAASHA, Basha

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Boldness

Spiritual Connotation: Empowered

Scripture: Acts 4:29 NCV

And now, Lord, listen to their threats. Lord, help us, your servants, to speak your word without fear.

BABBIE, Bab, Babb, Babs

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Stranger

Spiritual Connotation: Foreigner

Scripture: Philippians 3:20 TLB

But our homeland is in heaven, where our Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ, is; and we are looking forward to his return from there.

BADEN, Bayden, Baydon, Beyden, Beydon (see also Bedan)

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Bather

Spiritual Connotation: Cleansed

Scripture: Psalm 51:2 NKJV

Wash me thoroughly from my iniquity, and cleanse me from my sin.

BAILEY, Bailee, Bailey, Bailie, Bali, Baylee, Bayley, Baylie

Language/Cultural Origin: Old French

Inherent Meaning: Stewardship

Spiritual Connotation: Protector

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:10 NASB

As each one has received a special gift, employ it in serving one another, as good stewards of the manifold grace of God.

BAIN, Baine (see also Bane)

Language/Cultural Origin: Gaelic

Inherent Meaning: Fair

Spiritual Connotation: Cleansed

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:11 TLB

Now your sins are washed away, and you are set apart for God; and he has accepted you because of what the Lord Jesus Christ and the Spirit of our God have done for you.

BAIRD, Bairde, Bard

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Traveling Singer ofBallads

Spiritual Connotation: Song of Harmony

Scripture: Psalm 81:1 NLT

Sing praises to God, our strength. Sing to the God of Israel.

BAKER, see Baxter

BALAAM, Balam, Balám

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Lord of the People

Spiritual Connotation: Vessel of God

Scripture: Numbers 23:8 NASB

How shall I curse whom God has not cursed? And how can I denounce whom the LORD has not denounced?

BALDWIN, Baldwyn

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Bold Friend

Spiritual Connotation: Courageous

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 28:20 NASB

Be strong and courageous, and act; do not fear nor be dismayed, for the LORD God, my God, is with you. He will not fail you nor forsake you.

BALIN, Baylin (see also Valin)

Language/Cultural Origin: Indo-Pakistani

Inherent Meaning: Mighty Warrior

Spiritual Connotation: Successful

Scripture: Jeremiah 50:9 NKJV

And they shall array themselves against her; from there she shall be captured. Their arrows shall be like those of an expert warrior; none shall return in vain.

BAMBI, Bambee, Bambie

Language/Cultural Origin: Italian

Inherent Meaning: Child

Spiritual Connotation: Innocent

Scripture: Mark 9:37 NKJV

Whoever receives one of these little children in My name receives Me; and whoever receives Me, receives not Me but Him who sent Me.

BANE, Bayne (see also Bain)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hawaiian

Inherent Meaning: Child of Exhortation

Spiritual Connotation: Heir

Scripture: Hebrews 12:5 NRSV

My child, do not regard lightly the discipline of the Lord, or lose heart when you are punished by him.

BANI, Baani, Banni, Bannie

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Built

Spiritual Connotation: Honorable

Scripture: Psalms 127:1 NKJV

Unless the LORD builds the house, they labor in vain who build it.

BANNER, Bannor

Language/Cultural Origin: Scottish

Inherent Meaning: Flag Follower

Spiritual Connotation: God’s Soldier

Scripture: Isaiah 31:9 NCV

They will panic, and their protection will be destroyed. Their commanders will be terrified when they see God’s battle flag.

BANNING, Baning

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Small and Fair

Spiritual Connotation: Cleansed of God

Scripture: John 17:19 KJV

And for their sakes I sanctify myself, that they also might be sanctified through the truth.

BARBARA, Barb, Barbe, Barbie, Barbora, Barbra, Barby

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Stranger

Spiritual Connotation: Purchased

Scripture: Ephesians 2:19 NKJV

Now, therefore, you are no longer strangers and foreigners, but fellow citizens with the saints and members of the household of God.

BARCLAY, Barkley, Berkeley, Berkley

Language/Cultural Origin: Scottish

Inherent Meaning: From the Meadow ofthe Birch Trees

Spiritual Connotation: Renewed in Spirit

Scripture: John 6:63 NASB

It is the Spirit who gives life; the flesh profits nothing; the words that I have spoken to you are spirit and are life.

BARIAH, Bariya, Bariyah, Barriah (see also Beraiah)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Fugitive

Spiritual Connotation: Seeker of Truth

Scripture: Psalms 39:12 NLT

Hear my prayer, O LORD ! Listen to my cries for help! Don’t ignore my tears. For I am your guest—a traveler passing through.

BARKER, Barcker

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Shepherd

Spiritual Connotation: Guide

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 12:11 NLT

A wise teacher’s words spur students to action and emphasize important truths. The collected sayings of the wise are like guidance from a shepherd.

BARNABAS, Barnaby, Barney, Barnie

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Son of Exhortation

Spiritual Connotation: Praise to God

Scripture: Psalm 25:1 KJV

Unto thee, O LORD, do I lift up my soul.

BARRIE, Bari, Barri

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Markswoman

Spiritual Connotation: Brave

Scripture: Judges 4:9 NKJV

There will be no glory for you in the journey you are taking, for the LORD will sell Sisera into the hand of a woman.

BARRY, Barrey, Bary

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Marksman

Spiritual Connotation: Strong

Scripture: Luke 10:27 NKJV

You shall love the LORD your God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your strength, and with all your mind, and your neighbor as yourself.

BARTHOLOMEW, Bart, Bartlet

Language/Cultural Origin: Aramaic

Inherent Meaning: Son of Tolmai

Spiritual Connotation: Heir

Scripture: Colossians 1:12 NASB

Giving thanks to the Father, who has qualified us to share in the inheritance of the saints in light.

BARUCH, Boruch

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Blessed

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: James 1:12 NRSV

Blessed is anyone who endures temptation. Such a one has stood the test and will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him.

BARUSHKA, Baruska

Language/Cultural Origin: Czech

Inherent Meaning: Stranger

Spiritual Connotation: Approved

Scripture: Proverbs 27:2 NKJV

Let another man praise you, and not your own mouth; a stranger, and not your own lips.

BASIA, Basha, Basya, Batia, Batya

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Daughter of God

Spiritual Connotation: Valued

Scripture: Matthew 21:5 NRSV

Tell the daughter of Zion, Look, your king is coming to you.

BASIL, Bazil

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Kingly

Spiritual Connotation: Magnificent

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 29:12 NASB

Both riches and honor come from You, and You rule over all, and in Your hand is power and might.

BAXTER, Baker

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle English

Inherent Meaning: Provider

Spiritual Connotation: Industrious

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:10 NASB

Now He who supplies seed to the sower and bread for food will supply and multiply your seed for sowing and increase the harvest of your righteousness.

BAY, Baye

Language/Cultural Origin: Vietnamese

Inherent Meaning: Born on Saturday/Bornin the Month of July

Spiritual Connotation: Forgiven

Scripture: Romans 4:8 TLB

Yes, what joy there is for anyone whose sins are no longer counted against him by the Lord.

BEATRICE, Bea, Beatricia, Bee

Language/Cultural Origin: Italian

Inherent Meaning: Bringer of Joy

Spiritual Connotation: Love of Life

Scripture: Deuteronomy 27:7 KJV

And thou shalt offer peace offerings, and shalt eat there, and rejoice before the LORD thy God.

BEAU (see also Bo)

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Handsome

Spiritual Connotation: Peacemaker

Scripture: Psalm 133:1 NASB

Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brothers to dwell together in unity!

BEBE, Babe (see also Bibi)

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: Baby

Spiritual Connotation: Faith

Scripture: Luke 18:17 NASB

Truly I say to you, whoever does not receive the kingdom of God like a child shall not enter it at all.

BECK, Beckett

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle English

Inherent Meaning: From the Stream

Spiritual Connotation: Satisfied

Scripture: Psalm 36:8 NLT

You feed them from the abundance of your own house, letting them drink from your rivers of delight.

BECKY, Becca, Becka, Becki, Beckie, Beka, Bekka, Bekki, Bekkie (see also Rebecca)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Bound by Love

Spiritual Connotation: Loving

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4 NCV

Love is patient and kind. Love is not jealous, it does not brag, and it is not proud.

BEDAN, Baedan, Baedán, Bédan, Bedán (see also Baden)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Son of Judgment

Spiritual Connotation: Encourager

Scripture: James 5:9 NLT

Don’t grumb le about each other, my brothers and sisters, or God will judge you. For look! The great Judge is coming. He is standing at the door!

BELA, Béla, Belah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Devouring

Spiritual Connotation: Godly Example

Scripture: Isaiah 60:3 NRSV

Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your dawn.

BELDON, Belden

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the BeautifulValley

Spiritual Connotation: Sanctified

Scripture: Isaiah 40:4 NKJV

Every valley shall be exalted and every mountain and hill brought low.

BELINDA, Belynda

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: Lovely

Spiritual Connotation: Beauty of Soul

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7 NASB

But to each one of us grace was given according to the measure of Christ’s gift.

BELLE, Bell, Bellina

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Beautiful

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Psalm 104:33 NCV

I will sing to the LORD all my life; I will sing praises to my God as long as I live.

BENAIAH, Benaiya, Beniyah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: The Lord Has Built

Spiritual Connotation: Foundation

Scripture: 1 Samuel 12:24 NKJV

Only fear the LORD, and serve Him in truth with all your heart; for consider what great things He has done for you.

BEN-AMMI, Ben Ami, BenAmi, Ben-Ami, Benn-Ami

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Son of My People

Spiritual Connotation: Ancestor

Scripture: Genesis 17:6 NKJV

I will make you exceedingly fruitful; and I will make nations of you, and kings shall come from you.

BEN-HANAN, BenHanan, Ben- Hannan, Benn-Hanan

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Son of Kindness

Spiritual Connotation: Loving

Scripture: Ephesians 4:32 NKJV

And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, just as God in Christ forgave you.

BENITA, Benitta

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: Blessed

Spiritual Connotation: Cherished

Scripture: Numbers 6:25 NRSV

The LORD make his face to shine upon you, and be gracious to you.

BENJAMIN, Ben, Benjaman, Benjamen, Benji, Benjie, Benn, Bennie, Benny, Benyamin

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Son of My Right Hand

Spiritual Connotation: Mighty

Scripture: Psalm 18:35 NKJV

You have also given me the shield of Your salvation; Your right hand has held me up, Your gentleness has made me great.

BENNET, Bennett

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Blessed

Spiritual Connotation: Walks With God

Scripture: Romans 8:14 NASB

For all who are being led by the Spirit of God, these are sons of God.

BENOIT, Benoît

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Blessed

Spiritual Connotation: Received

Scripture: Exodus 20:24 NKJV

In every place where I record My name I will come to you, and I will bless you.

BENSON, Bensen

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Son of Ben

Spiritual Connotation: Honor of God

Scripture: Psalm 127:1 NCV

If the LORD doesn’t build the house, the builders are working for nothing. If the LORD doesn’t guard the city, the guards are watching for nothing.

BENTLEY, Bentlea, Bentlee

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the GrassyMeadow

Spiritual Connotation: Peaceful

Scripture: Psalm 121:8 NLT

The LORD keeps watch over you as you come and go, both now and forever.

BERAIAH, Beraiyah (see also Bariah)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: The Lord Has Created

Spiritual Connotation: Joyful

Scripture: Job 1:21 NASB

The LORD gave and the LORD has taken away. Blessed be the name of the LORD .

BERGEN, Bergan, Bergin

Language/Cultural Origin: Scandinavian

Inherent Meaning: From the Hill

Spiritual Connotation: Made Righteous

Scripture: Psalm 15:1-2 NKJV

LORD . . . Who may dwell in Your holy hill? He who walks uprightly, and works righteousness, and speaks the truth in his heart.

BERNADETTE, Bernadine

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Courageous

Spiritual Connotation: Valiant

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:57 NKJV

But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.

BERNARD, Barnard, Bernardo, Berndt, Berney, Bernhard, Berni, Bernie, Birnee, Birney, Burney

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Brave as a Bear

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: Proverbs 17:12 NCV

It is better to meet a bear robbed of her cubs than to meet a fool doing foolish things.

BERNICE, Berenice, Berni, Bernise

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Bringer of Victory

Spiritual Connotation: Victorious

Scripture: Mark 9:23 NLT

Anything is possible if a person believes.

BERTRAM, Bartram, Bert

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Brilliant

Spiritual Connotation: Magnificent

Scripture: Isaiah 62:3 RSV

You shall be a crown of beauty in the hand of the LORD, and a royal diadem in the hand of your God.

BERTRAND, Bertran

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Bright Shield

Spiritual Connotation: Protected of God

Scripture: 2 Samuel 22:31 NKJV

As for God, His way is perfect; the word of the LORD is proven; He is a shield to all who trust in Him.

BESSIE, Bess, Bessi, Bessy

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Oath of God

Spiritual Connotation: Loyal

Scripture: Isaiah 30:29 NRSV

You shall have a song as in the night when a holy festival is kept; and gladness of heart.

BETH, Bethe, Bethel, Bethell (see also Bethany, Elizabeth)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Oath of God

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: Isaiah 48:17 TLB

I am the Lord your God, who punishes you for your own good and leads you along the paths that you should follow.

BETH ANN, Bethann, Beth-Ann, Beth Anne, Beth-Anne

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Gracious Oath of God

Spiritual Connotation: Promise

Scripture: Acts 2:39 NASB

For the promise is for you and your children, and for all who are far off, as many as the Lord our God shall call to Himself.

BETHANY, Bethanney, Bethani, Bethanie, Bethanney, Betheny

Language/Cultural Origin: Aramaic

Inherent Meaning: House of Figs

Spiritual Connotation: Productive

Scripture: Matthew 7:16 NASB

You will know them by their fruits. Grapes are not gathered from thorn bushes nor figs from thistles, are they?

BETHUEL, Bethuelle

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Dwells in God

Spiritual Connotation: Secure

Scripture: Psalm 23:6 RSV

Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life; and I shall dwell in the house of the LORD for ever.

BETSY, Betsey, Betsi, Betsie

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Oath of God

Spiritual Connotation: Confirmed

Scripture: Hebrews 7:21 RSV

The Lord has sworn and will not change his mind, “Thou art a priest forever.”

BETTY, Bett, Bette, Betti, Bettie

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Oath of God

Spiritual Connotation: Reverent

Scripture: Psalm 119:39 NRSV

Turn away the disgrace that I dread, for your ordinances are good.

BEVAN, Bevann, Beven, Bevin, Bevon

Language/Cultural Origin: Welsh

Inherent Meaning: Son of the YoungWarrior

Spiritual Connotation: Youthful

Scripture: Psalm 71:17 NKJV

O God, You have taught me from my youth; and to this day I declare Your wondrous works.

BEVERLY, Bev, Beverlee, Beverley

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Peace and Harmony

Spiritual Connotation: Enlightened

Scripture: James 1:17 KJV

Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variab leness, neither shadow of turning.

BEVIS, Bevys

Language/Cultural Origin: Old French

Inherent Meaning: Bull

Spiritual Connotation: Powerful

Scripture: Isaiah 10:13 NRSV

I have removed the boundaries of peoples, and have plundered their treasures; like a bull I have brought down those who sat on thrones.

BIANCA, Biancha, Bionca, Bioncha

Language/Cultural Origin: Italian

Inherent Meaning: Fair

Spiritual Connotation: Wisdom

Scripture: Job 5:8-9 NASB

But as for me, I would seek God, and I would place my cause before God; Who does great and unsearchab le things, wonders without number.

BIBI, Beebee (see also Bebe)

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Honored

Spiritual Connotation: Praised

Scripture: Mark 10:43 NCV

But it should not be that way among you. Whoever wants to become great among you must serve the rest of you like a servant.

BILL, see William

BING

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: From the Kettle-Shaped Hollow

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Luke 3:5 RSV

Every valley shall be filled, and every mountain and hill shall be brought low, and the crooked shall be made straight, and the rough ways shall be made smooth.

BIRDIE, see Roberta

BIRNEY, Birnie, Birny

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle English

Inherent Meaning: From the IslandWith the Stream

Spiritual Connotation: One of Integrity

Scripture: Romans 8:28 NKJV

And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose.

BJORN, Bjarn, Bjarne, Bjorne

Language/Cultural Origin: Scandinavian

Inherent Meaning: Bear

Spiritual Connotation: Voice of God

Scripture: Joel 2:11 RSV

The LORD utters his voice before his army, for his host is exceedingly great.

BLADE, Blayde

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle English

Inherent Meaning: Knife

Spiritual Connotation: Weapon

Scripture: Matthew 10:34 NKJV

Do not think that I came to bring peace on earth. I did not come to bring peace but a sword.

BLAINE, Blain, Blane, Blayne

Language/Cultural Origin: Gaelic

Inherent Meaning: Lean

Spiritual Connotation: Trusting

Scripture: Isaiah 42:16 NRSV

I will turn the darkness before them into light, the rough places into level ground. . . . I will not forsake them.

BLAIR, Blaire

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Field Worker

Spiritual Connotation: Diligent

Scripture: Ephesians 6:7 NLT

Work with enthusiasm, as though you were working for the Lord rather than for people.

BLAISE, Blaize, Blayze, Blaze

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Flame/One WhoStammers

Spiritual Connotation: Flame of God

Scripture: Hebrews 12:29 NRSV

Indeed our God is a consuming fire.

BLAKE, Blakelee, Blakeleigh, Blakeley, Blakely

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Attractive

Spiritual Connotation: Forgiven

Scripture: Ephesians 2:4-5 NASB

But God, being rich in mercy, because of His great love with which He loved us . . . made us alive together with Christ.

BLANCHE, Blanch

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Pure

Spiritual Connotation: Gentle

Scripture: Psalm 49:3 RSV

My mouth shall speak wisdom; the meditation of my heart shall be understanding.

BLOSSOM, Blossum

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Flower

Spiritual Connotation: Joyful

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1-2 NKJV

And the desert shall rejoice and blossom as the rose; it shall blossom abundantly and rejoice, even with joy and singing.

BLYTHE, Blithe, Blyth

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Joyful

Spiritual Connotation: Cheerful

Scripture: John 16:33 NKJV

These things I have spoken to you, that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world.

BO, Boe (see also Beau)

Language/Cultural Origin: Chinese

Inherent Meaning: Precious

Spiritual Connotation: Honored

Scripture: Isaiah 43:4 TLB

Others died that you might live; I traded their lives for yours because you are precious to me and honored, and I love you.

BOAZ, Boas, Boz

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Swift

Spiritual Connotation: Bearer of theCovenant

Scripture: Isaiah 16:5 NRSV

A throne shall be established in steadfast love in the tent of David, and on it shall sit in faithfulness a ruler who seeks justice and is swift to do what is right.

BOB, see Robert

BOBBIE, Bobbi

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Foreigner

Spiritual Connotation: Stranger

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:11 NASB

Beloved, I urge you as aliens and strangers to abstain from fleshly lusts, which wage war against the soul.

BODAN, Bohdan

Language/Cultural Origin: Ukranian

Inherent Meaning: World Leader

Spiritual Connotation: Orchestrator of Peace

Scripture: Isaiah 60:17 NIV

I will make peace your governor and righteousness your ruler.

BODANA, Bodanna, Bogdana, Bohdana

Language/Cultural Origin: Polish

Inherent Meaning: Heavenly Presence

Spiritual Connotation: Keenly Aware

Scripture: Psalm 89:7 TLB

The highest of angelic powers stand in dread and awe of him. Who is as revered as he by those surrounding him?

BODEN, Bodee, Bodie, Bodin

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Messenger/Herald

Spiritual Connotation: Ready for Service

Scripture: Isaiah 6:8 NLT

Then I heard the Lord asking, Whom should I send as a messenger to my people? Who will go for us? And I said, Lord, I’ll go! Send me.

BODHAN, Bodhun

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian

Inherent Meaning: Mighty

Spiritual Connotation: Devoted

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:5 NKJV

You shall love the LORD your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your strength.

BONNIE, Bonita, Bonne, Bonni, Bonnita, Bonny

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Beautiful

Spiritual Connotation: Pure in Heart

Scripture: Matthew 5:8 NKJV

Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.

BOONE, Boon, Boonie

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Good

Spiritual Connotation: Obedient

Scripture: Psalm 119:2 RSV

Blessed are those who keep his testimonies, who seek him with their whole heart.

BORDEN, Bordan

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: From the Cottage

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Proverbs 3:33 NASB

The curse of the LORD is on the house of the wicked, but He blesses the dwelling of the righteous.

BORIS, Boriss, Borris

Language/Cultural Origin: Slavic

Inherent Meaning: Warrior

Spiritual Connotation: Trusting

Scripture: Psalm 36:7 NRSV

How precious is your steadfast love, O God! All people may take refuge in the shadow of your wings.

BOTAN, Botán

Language/Cultural Origin: Japanese

Inherent Meaning: Blossom

Spiritual Connotation: Youthful

Scripture: Ezekiel 16:7 NKJV

I made you thrive like a plant in the field; and you grew, matured, and became very beautiful.

BOWEN, Bowie

Language/Cultural Origin: Gaelic

Inherent Meaning: Small

Spiritual Connotation: Victorious

Scripture: Psalm 20:5 NASB

We will sing for joy over your victory, and in the name of our God we will set up our banners. May the LORD fulfill all your petitions.

BOYCE, Boice, Boise, Boycee, Boycie

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: From the Forest

Spiritual Connotation: Joyful

Scripture: Psalm 96:12 TLB

Praise him for the growing fields, for they display his greatness. Let the trees of the forest rustle with praise.

BOYD, Boid

Language/Cultural Origin: Scottish

Inherent Meaning: Golden-Haired

Spiritual Connotation: Quiet Spirit

Scripture: Proverbs 15:33 NCV

Respect for the LORD will teach you wisdom. If you want to be honored, you must be humble.

BRADEN, Bradan, Bradin, Bradon, Braeden, Braedon, Braydon, Brayden

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the BroadClearing

Spiritual Connotation: Redeemed

Scripture: Romans 5:9 NLT

And since we have been made right in God’s sight by the b lood of Christ, he will certainly save us from God’s judgment.

BRADFORD, Brad, Braddford

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the WaterCrossing

Spiritual Connotation: Delivered of God

Scripture: Mark 14:24 NKJV

And He said to them, “This is My b lood of the new covenant, which is shed for many.”

BRADLEY, Brad, Bradd, Braddlee, Bradlay, Bradlee

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Broad Meadow

Spiritual Connotation: Joyful

Scripture: Proverbs 15:13 NASB

A joyful heart makes a cheerful face.

BRADY, Bradey (see also Brede)

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Spirited

Spiritual Connotation: Gentle

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23 NASB

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.

BRANDON, Brandan, Branddon, Branden, Brandin, Brandyn, Brannan, Brannon

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Flaming Hill

Spiritual Connotation: Fervent

Scripture: Romans 12:11 NLT

Never be lazy in your work, but serve the Lord enthusiastically.

BRANDY, Brandee, Brandi, Brandie

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Dutch

Inherent Meaning: Distilled Wine

Spiritual Connotation: Filled With Joy

Scripture: Psalms 4:7 NKJV

You have put gladness in my heart, more than in the season that their grain and wine increased.

BRANT, Brandt, Brannt, Brantley

Language/Cultural Origin: Czech

Inherent Meaning: Proud

Spiritual Connotation: Focused

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:4 TLB

And as Christ’s soldier, do not let yourself become tied up in worldly affairs, for then you cannot satisfy the one who has enlisted you in his army.

BRAXTON, Braxtun

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From Brock’s Town

Spiritual Connotation: Faithful

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:20 NKJV

Let each one remain in the same calling in which he was called.

BREANNE, Breann, Bre-Ann, Bre-Anne, Breeann, Breeanne, Breighann, Briann, Brianne, Brieann, Briene, Brienne, Bryanne (see also Brenna, Brianna)

Language/Cultural Origin: Celtic

Inherent Meaning: Strong

Spiritual Connotation: Dependent

Scripture: Psalm 68:34 NRSV

Ascribe power to God, whose majesty is over Israel; and whose power is in the skies.

BRECK, Brec, Brek, Brekk

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Freckled

Spiritual Connotation: Approved

Scripture: Job 5:17 NKJV

Behold, happy is the man whom God corrects; therefore do not despise the chastening of the Almighty.

BREDE, Braede, Bréde (see also Brady)

Language/Cultural Origin: Scandinavian

Inherent Meaning: Glacier

Spiritual Connotation: Immovable

Scripture: Job 38:29-30 NLT

Who is the mother of the ice? Who gives birth to the frost from the heavens? For the water turns to ice as hard as rock, and the surface of the water freezes.

BRENDA, Brendie

Language/Cultural Origin: Old Norse

Inherent Meaning: Sword

Spiritual Connotation: Glory of God

Scripture: Psalms 70:4 NASB

Let all who seek You rejoice and be glad in You; and let those who love Your salvation say continually, let God be magnified.

BRENDAN, Brenden, Brendin, Brendon, Brenndan

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Stinking Hair

Spiritual Connotation: Devout

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:5 NASB

But the goal of our instruction is love from a pure heart and a good conscience and a sincere faith.

BRENNA, Brena, Brenin, Brennah, Brennaugh, Brynna

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Little Raven

Spiritual Connotation: Faithful Friend

Scripture: Philippians 2:13 NCV

God is working in you to help you want to do and be ab le to do what pleases him.

BRENNAN, Brennen, Brennon

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Little Raven

Spiritual Connotation: Gift of God

Scripture: Romans 6:23 NKJV

For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.

BRENTON, Brendt, Brent, Brentan, Brenten, Brentin, Brentton, Brentyn

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Steep Hill

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:13 RSV

Better is a poor and wise youth than an old and foolish king, who will no longer take advice.

BRETT, Bret, Brette

Language/Cultural Origin: Scottish

Inherent Meaning: Gifted

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Proverbs 18:16 NRSV

A gift opens doors; it gives access to the great.

BRIAN, Briant, Brien, Brient, Brion, Bryan, Bryant, Bryen, Bryent, Bryon

Language/Cultural Origin: Celtic

Inherent Meaning: Virtue and Honor

Spiritual Connotation: Follower of God

Scripture: Isaiah 48:17 NRSV

I am the LORD your God, who teaches you for your own good, who leads you in the way you should go.

BRIANNA, Breana, Breanna, Breeana, Breeanna, Bria, Briana, Brianda, Briannah, Briannon, Bryana, Bryanna, Bryannah (see also Breanne, Brenna)

Language/Cultural Origin: Celtic

Inherent Meaning: Honorable

Spiritual Connotation: Virtuous

Scripture: Ruth 3:11 NASB

And now, my daughter, do not fear. I will do for you whatever you ask, for all my people in the city know that you are a woman of excellence.

BRIAR, Brear, Brier, Briet, Brietta, Bryar, Bryer

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Heather

Spiritual Connotation: Child of God

Scripture: Job 29:12 NLT

For I helped the poor in their need and the orphans who had no one to help them.

BRIDGET, Bridgete, Bridgett, Bridgette, Bridgot, Briget, Brigette, Brigitta, Brigitte

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Strength

Spiritual Connotation: Enduring Spirit

Scripture: Psalm 27:1 NKJV

The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The LORD is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?

BRIGHAM, Briggs

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the CoveredBridge

Spiritual Connotation: Challenger ofApostasy

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 12:1 NRSV

Remember your creator in the days of your youth, before the days of troub le come.

BRINA, Breena, Breina, Brin, Brinan, Brindy, Brinn, Brinnan, Bryn, Brynan, Brynn, Brynne

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: From the Fairy Palace

Spiritual Connotation: God’s Salvation

Scripture: Psalm 9:14 NCV

Then, at the gates of Jerusalem, I will praise you; I will rejoice because you saved me.

BRINLEY, Brindlee, Brindley, Brinlee, Brinly, Brynley

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Burnt Wood

Spiritual Connotation: Sacrifice

Scripture: Psalms 54:6 NRSV

With a freewill offering I will sacrifice to you; I will give thanks to your name, O LORD, for it is good.

BRIONA, Breeon, Breona, Briele, Brielle, Brieon, Brieona, Brione, Brionne, Briony, Bryoni

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Mighty

Spiritual Connotation: God’s Power

Scripture: Exodus 9:1 NKJV

Thus says the LORD God of the Hebrews: “Let My people go, that they may serve Me.”

BRIT, Brita, Britt, Britte

Language/Cultural Origin: Swedish

Inherent Meaning: Strong

Spiritual Connotation: Prayerful

Scripture: Numbers 14:17 NASB

But now, I pray, let the power of the Lord be great, just as You have declared.

BRITTANY, Britain, Britane, Britaney, Britani, Britanny, Britlee, Britley, Britlyn, Britlynn, Britnee, Britney, Britni, Britnie, Britny, Brittain, Brittanee, Brittaney, Brittani, Brittania, Britteney, Brittiney, Brittiny, Brittnay, Brittnee, Brittneigh, Brittney, Brittni, Brittnie, Brittoni, Brittony, Brityn, Bryttani, Bryttany, Bryttney, Bryttni, Bryttny

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From Britain

Spiritual Connotation: Stranger

Scripture: Ruth 2:10 NKJV

Why have I found favor in your eyes, that you should take notice of me, since I am a foreigner?

BROCK, Broc, Brocke, Brok, Broque

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Badger

Spiritual Connotation: Full of Praise

Scripture: Psalm 3:4 NKJV

I cried to the LORD with my voice, and He heard me from His holy hill.

BRODERICK, Broadrick, Broderic, Brodric, (see also Roderick)

Language/Cultural Origin: Norse

Inherent Meaning: Brother

Spiritual Connotation: True Friend

Scripture: Psalm 18:24 NASB

Therefore the LORD has recompensed me according to my righteousness, according to the cleanness of my hands in His eyes.

BRODIE, Brodee, Brodey, Brodi

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Canal Builder

Spiritual Connotation: God Is MyFoundation

Scripture: Psalm 127:1 NKJV

Unless the LORD builds the house, they labor in vain who build it; unless the LORD guards the city, the watchman stays awake in vain.

BROÑA, Bronja, Bronya

Language/Cultural Origin: Czech

Inherent Meaning: Bringer of Victory

Spiritual Connotation: Revered

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:55 TLB

O death, where then your victory? Where then your sting?

BRONSON, Bronnson, Bronsen, Bronsin, Bronsson

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Son of the Dark-Skinned

Spiritual Connotation: Great Ruler

Scripture: Psalm 100:2 NRSV

Worship the LORD with gladness; come into his presence with singing.

BROK, Brooke, Brooks, Broox

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Peaceful

Spiritual Connotation: Refreshed

Scripture: Zechariah 2:10 NASB

Sing for joy and be glad, O daughter of Zion; for behold I am coming and I will dwell in your midst.

BROKLYN, Brooklin, Brooklynn

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Stream of the Waterfall

Spiritual Connotation: Praise

Scripture: Psalm 74:15 NLT

You caused the springs and streams to gush forth, and you dried up rivers that never run dry.

BROWNING, Bronwyn, Brownyn

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle English

Inherent Meaning: Dark

Spiritual Connotation: Enlightened

Scripture: Matthew 4:16 NKJV

The people who sat in darkness have seen a great light, and upon those who sat in the region and shadow of death Light has dawned.

BRUCE, Bruse

Language/Cultural Origin: Scottish

Inherent Meaning: From the Woods

Spiritual Connotation: Dignity

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10 NASB

For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.

BRUNO, Brûno

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Brown

Spiritual Connotation: Rich in God’s Grace

Scripture: Philippians 4:19 KJV

But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.

BRYAN, see Brian

BRYCE, Brice

Language/Cultural Origin: Welsh

Inherent Meaning: Responsive

Spiritual Connotation: Ambitious

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 9:1 NKJV

For I considered all this in my heart . . . that the righteous and the wise and their works are in the hand of God.

BRYNA, BRYNN, see Brina

BUCKLEY, Bucklea, Bucklee

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle English

Inherent Meaning: From the Deer Meadow

Spiritual Connotation: Worshiper

Scripture: Psalm 111:1 NKJV

Praise the LORD ! I will praise the LORD with my whole heart, in the assembly of the upright and in the congregation.

BUDDY, Bud, Budd, Buddie

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Companion

Spiritual Connotation: Godly

Scripture: Psalm 119:63 NKJV

I am a companion of all who fear You, and of those who keep Your precepts.

BURGESS, Burges, Burgiss

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Town

Spiritual Connotation: Steadfast

Scripture: 1 John 2:10 TLB

But whoever loves his fellow man is walking in the light and can see his way without stumb ling around in darkness and sin.

BURKE, Berke, Birk, Burk

Language/Cultural Origin: Old French

Inherent Meaning: From the Fortress

Spiritual Connotation: Courageous

Scripture: Deuteronomy 31:6 NKJV

Be strong and of good courage, do not fear nor be afraid of them; for the LORD your God, He is the One who goes with you. He will not leave you nor forsake you.

BURTON, Berton, Burt

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle English

Inherent Meaning: From the Fortified Town

Spiritual Connotation: Amply Supplied

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-2 NKJV

The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me to lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside the still waters.

BYRAM, Byramm

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle English

Inherent Meaning: From the Fields

Spiritual Connotation: Freedom

Scripture: Psalm 146:7 NCV

He does what is fair for those who have been wronged. He gives food to the hungry. The LORD sets the prisoners free.

BYRON, Bieran, Biran, Biren, Biron, Byran, Byrann, Byren

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Barn

Spiritual Connotation: Forgiving

Scripture: Mark 11:25 NKJV

And whenever you stand praying, if you have anything against anyone, forgive him, that your Father in heaven may also forgive you your trespasses.

C

CACHET, Cache, Cachea, Cachée

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Prestigious

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Matthew 25:34 NASB

Come, you who are blessed of My Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world.

CADELL, Cadel, Cadelle

Language/Cultural Origin: Welsh

Inherent Meaning: Battler

Spiritual Connotation: Attentive

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:8 RSV

And if the bugle gives an indistinct sound, who will get ready for battle?

CADENCE, Cadenze, Kadence

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Rhythmic Flow

Spiritual Connotation: Symphony

Scripture: Psalm 98:5-6 NLT

Sing your praise to the LORD with the harp . . . and trumpets and the sound of the ram’s horn. Make a joyful symphony before the LORD, the King!

CADY, Cadee, Cadey, Cadi, Cadie (see also Kadee, Katy)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Pure

Spiritual Connotation: Blameless

Scripture: Proverbs 2:21 NASB

For the upright will live in the land, and the blameless will remain in it.

CAELAN, Caelin, Cailan, Cailean, Cailen, Caillin, Calan, Calin, Callan, Callen, Callon, Calon, Caylan (see also Cailin, Kaylyn)

Language/Cultural Origin: Scottish

Inherent Meaning: Victorious

Spiritual Connotation: Defended of God

Scripture: Isaiah 54:17 NKJV

No weapon formed against you shall prosper, And every tongue which rises against you in judgment You shall condemn.

CAELEY, Caelee, Caelie, Cailee, Cailey, Cailie, Caley, Caylee, Cayley, Caylie (see also Kaylee)

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Crowned

Spiritual Connotation: Temperate

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:25 NLT

All athletes practice strict self-control. They do it to win a prize that will fade away, but we do it for an eternal prize.

CAESAR, Ceasar, César, Cesare, Cesareo, Cesario, Ceseare, Cezar, Czar, Kaiser, Sezare

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Long-Haired

Spiritual Connotation: Friend of Many

Scripture: Matthew 7:12 NKJV

Therefore, whatever you want men to do to you, do also to them, for this is the Law and the Prophets.

CAILIN, Caelyn, Caelynn, Cailyn, Cailynn, Cailynne, Caylin, Caylyn (see also Caelan, Kaylyn)

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Genuine

Spiritual Connotation: Godly

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:7 NLT

Godliness leads to love for other Christians, and finally you will grow to have genuine love for everyone.

CAIN, Caine (see also Kane)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Spear

Spiritual Connotation: Weapon

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:7 TLB

We have been truthful, with God’s power helping us in all we do. All of the godly man’s arsenal . . . have been ours.

CAITLIN, Caitlan, Caitland, Caitlen, Caitlinn, Caitlyn, Caitlynn, Catlin (see also Kaitlin)

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Pure

Spiritual Connotation: Innocent

Scripture: Daniel 6:22 NKJV

My God sent His angel and shut the lions mouths, so that they have not hurt me, because I was found innocent before Him.

CALA, Calah, Calla, Callah (see also Kala)

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Fortress

Spiritual Connotation: Protected

Scripture: Psalm 59:9 NCV

God, my strength, I am looking to you, because God is my defender.

CALANDRA, Calandria, Calendra, Kalandra, Kalandria

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Lark

Spiritual Connotation: Created of God

Scripture: Genesis 1:21 TLB

So God created great sea animals, and every sort of fish and every kind of bird.

CALEB, Caeleb, Cale, Kaleb

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Faithful

Spiritual Connotation: Great SpiritualPotential

Scripture: Numbers 13:30 NKJV

Then Caleb quieted the people before Moses, and said, “Let us go up at once and take possession, for we are well ab le to overcome it.”

CALHOUN, Colhoun

Language/Cultural Origin: Scottish

Inherent Meaning: Strong Warrior

Spiritual Connotation: Great in Spirit

Scripture: Psalm 33:16 NKJV

No king is saved by the multitude of an army; a mighty man is not delivered by great strength.

CALLAHAN, Calahan, Callaghan

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Saint

Spiritual Connotation: Faithful

Scripture: 1 Samuel 2:9 NRSV

He will guard the feet of his faithful ones, but the wicked shall be cut off in darkness; for not by might does one prevail.

CALLIE, Caleigh, Cali, Callee, Calleigh, Calli, Cally (see also Kalei, Kali, Kalli)

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Fortress

Spiritual Connotation: Guarded of God

Scripture: Psalm 46:7 NLT

The LORD Almighty is here among us; the God of Israel is our fortress.

CALLISTA, Calesta, Calista, Calysta, Kalesta, Kalista, Kallista, Kalysta

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Most Beautiful

Spiritual Connotation: Lovely

Scripture: Song of Songs 2:14 NKJV

O my dove . . . Let me see your face, let me hear your voice; for your voice is sweet, and your face is lovely.

CALLON, see Caelen

CALLUM, Callam, Calum

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Dove

Spiritual Connotation: Free

Scripture: Psalm 55:6 NKJV

So I said, “Oh, that I had wings like a dove! I would fly away and be at rest.”

CALVERT

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Cattle Herder

Spiritual Connotation: Lover of AllCreatures

Scripture: Psalm 9:2 NKJV

I will be glad and rejoice in You; I will sing praise to Your name, O Most High.

CALVIN, Cal

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Bald

Spiritual Connotation: Favored

Scripture: Proverbs 22:20-21 NKJV

Have I not written to you excellent things of counsels and knowledge . . . that you may answer words of truth to those who send to you?

CAMBRIA, Camberlee, Camberleigh, Camberly, Cambrea, Cambrya, Kamberly, Kambria, Kambriea

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: From Wales

Spiritual Connotation: Delivered

Scripture: Colossians 1:13 NRSV

He has rescued us from the power of darkness and transferred us into the kingdom of his beloved Son.

CAMDEN, Camdan

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Winding Valley

Spiritual Connotation: Freedom

Scripture: John 8:32 NKJV

And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.

CAMELLIA, Camala, Camalia, Camelia, Camella, Kamalia, Kamelia, Kamellia

Language/Cultural Origin: Italian

Inherent Meaning: Evergreen

Spiritual Connotation: Persistent

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:8 NRSV

So deeply do we care for you that we are determined to share with you not only the gospel of God but also our own selves, because you have become very dear to us.

CAMERON, Cam, Cameran, Camren, Camron, Kam, Kameron, Kamron

Language/Cultural Origin: Scottish

Inherent Meaning: From the CrookedStream

Spiritual Connotation: Spiritual Potential

Scripture: Psalm 36:9 NKJV

For with You is the fountain of life; in Your light we see light.

CAMI, Cammi, Cammie, Cammy (see also Kami)

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Ceremonial Attendant

Spiritual Connotation: Helper

Scripture: Hebrews 13:6 NKJV

So we may boldly say: The LORD is my helper; I will not fear. What can man do to me?

CAMILLE, Camila, Camill, Camilla, Cammille, Chamelle, Chamille

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Devoted

Spiritual Connotation: Loving

Scripture: 1 John 4:7 NCV

Dear friends, we should love each other, because love comes from God. Everyone who loves has become God’s child and knows God.

CAMPBELL, Cambell

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Beautiful Field

Spiritual Connotation: Consistent

Scripture: Proverbs 24:21 NRSV

My child, fear the LORD and the king, and do not disobey either of them.

CANAAN, Caenan, Caynon

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Lowland

Spiritual Connotation: Covenant

Scripture: Hebrews 11:9 NCV

It was by faith that he lived like a foreigner in the country God promised to give him.

CANDACE, Candice, Candy, Candyce, Kandace, Kandise, Kandy

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Unblemished

Spiritual Connotation: Shining

Scripture: Isaiah 62:3 NKJV

You shall also be a crown of glory In the hand of the LORD, and a royal diadem in the hand of your God.

CANDRA, Candrea, Candria, Kandra

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Incandescent

Spiritual Connotation: Reflection of Christ

Scripture: Matthew 5:15 NRSV

No one after lighting a lamp puts it under the bushel basket, but on the lampstand, and it gives light to all in the house.

CANNON, Cannan, Cannen, Canning, Canon (see also Kannon)

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Church Official

Spiritual Connotation: Esteemed

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:17 NASB

Let the elders who rule well be considered worthy of doub le honor, especially those who work hard at preaching and teaching.

CANUTE, see Knute

CARA, Caragh, Carah, Carra (see also Kara, Kerani)

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Beloved

Spiritual Connotation: Chosen

Scripture: Matthew 25:34 NKJV

Come, you blessed of My Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world.

CAREY, Caray, Carrey (see also Caryn, Kerry)

Language/Cultural Origin: Welsh

Inherent Meaning: Castle

Spiritual Connotation: Dependent

Scripture: Psalm 91:2 NKJV

I will say of the LORD, He is my refuge and my fortress; My God, in Him I will trust.

CARI, Carie, Carii (see also Carrie, Kari)

Language/Cultural Origin: Turkish

Inherent Meaning: Flowing Like Water

Spiritual Connotation: Filled With Life

Scripture: Psalm 104:10 TLB

He placed springs in the valleys and streams that gush from the mountains.

CARIANNE, see Karianne

CARINA, Carena (see also Corina, Kaarina, Karena, Karina, Korina)

Language/Cultural Origin: Italian

Inherent Meaning: Dear Little One

Spiritual Connotation: Precious

Scripture: Mark 9:37 NKJV

Whoever receives one of these little children in My name receives Me; and whoever receives Me, receives not Me but Him who sent Me.

CARISSA, Cariisa, Carisa, Carrissa, Charisa, Charissa, Kariisa, Karisa, Karissa, Karrisa, Karrissa, Karyssa (see also Corissa)

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Ingenious

Spiritual Connotation: Creative

Scripture: Hebrews 13:20 NCV

I pray that the God of peace will give you every good thing you need so you can do what he wants.

CARITA, Caritta, Karita, Karitta

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Loving

Spiritual Connotation: Preserved

Scripture: Isaiah 42:6 NASB

I am the LORD, I have called you in righteousness, I will also hold you by the hand and watch over you.

CARL, Carel, Carle, Carlis, Karal, Karel, Karl, Karle, Karlis

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Tiller of the Soil

Spiritual Connotation: Strong in Spirit

Scripture: Isaiah 40:31 NKJV

But those who wait on the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles, they shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint.

CARLA, Carlia, Karla, Karlia

Language/Cultural Origin: Italian

Inherent Meaning: Endearing

Spiritual Connotation: Ransomed

Scripture: Isaiah 49:15 NKJV

Can a woman forget her nursing child, and not have compassion on the son of her womb? Surely they may forget, yet I will not forget you.

CARLANA, Carlæna, Karlana

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Little Heroine

Spiritual Connotation: Conscientious

Scripture: Judges 4:9 NLT

The Lord’s victory over Sisera will be at the hands of a woman.

CARLENE, Carleen, Karlene, Karleen

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Womanly

Spiritual Connotation: Respectful

Scripture: Titus 2:3 NASB

Older women likewise are to be reverent in their behavior.

CARLIN, Carlan, Carlen, Carlii, Carling, Carlyn, Karlan, Karleigh, Karlen, Karlii, Karling (see also Carly)

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Champion

Spiritual Connotation: Protected

Scripture: Isaiah 42:6 NKJV

I, the LORD, have called you in righteousness, and will hold your hand; I will keep you and give you as a covenant to the people, as a light to the Gentiles.

CARLINA, Carleena, Carliana, Karleena, Karlina, Karliana (see also Carlana)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Little Champion

Spiritual Connotation: Victor

Scripture: Romans 8:37 NKJV

Yet in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us.

CARLISLE, Carlyle, Carlysle

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Brave

Spiritual Connotation: Defender of Wisdom

Scripture: Proverbs 4:7 NKJV

Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom. And in all your getting, get understanding.

CARLISSA, Carlisa, Carlise, Carlisha, Carlissia, Karlisa, Karlissa, Karlise, Karlisha, Karlissia

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Endeared

Spiritual Connotation: Consecrated to God

Scripture: Romans 8:33 NCV

Who can accuse the people God has chosen? No one, because God is the One who makes them right.

CARLOS, Carlo, Karlo, Karlos

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: Noble Spirit

Spiritual Connotation: Spiritual Discernment

Scripture: Hebrews 5:14 NASB

But solid food is for the mature, who because of practice have their senses trained to discern good and evil.

CARLOTTA, Karlotta

Language/Cultural Origin: Italian

Inherent Meaning: Womanly

Spiritual Connotation: Godly Heroine

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:4 NCV

No, your beauty should come from within you—the beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit that will never be destroyed and is very precious to God.

CARLTON, Carleton, Carltonn (see also Charlton)

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle English

Inherent Meaning: From the Gathering ofthe Farmers

Spiritual Connotation: Industrious

Scripture: Ezekiel 34:27 NKJV

Then the trees of the field shall yield their fruit, and the earth shall yield her increase. They shall be safe in their land; and they shall know that I am the LORD .

CARLY, Carlee, Carley, Carli, Carlie, Karlee, Karley, Karli, Karlie, Karly (see also Carlin)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Little Woman/Little Man

Spiritual Connotation: Innocent

Scripture: Matthew 11:25 NLT

O Father, Lord of heaven and earth, thank you for hiding the truth from those who think themselves so wise and clever, and for revealing it to the childlike.

CARMELA, Carmalla, Carmelia, Carmelita, Carmella, Carmellina

Language/Cultural Origin: Italian

Inherent Meaning: Garden

Spiritual Connotation: Nurtured of God

Scripture: Isaiah 58:11 TLB

And the Lord will guide you continually, and satisfy you with all good things, and keep you healthy too; and you will be like a well-watered garden, like an ever-flowing spring.

CARMEN, Carmaine, Carman, Carmene, Carmon, Karman, Karmen, Karmin, Karmon

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Voice Like Soft Music

Spiritual Connotation: Joyful

Scripture: Psalm 149:1 NRSV

Praise the LORD ! Sing to the LORD a new song, his praise in the assemb ly of the faithful.

CARMI, Carmee, Carmey, Carmie, Karmey, Karmie

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: My Vineyard

Spiritual Connotation: Responsible

Scripture: Proverbs 31:16 NKJV

She considers a field and buys it; from her profits she plants a vineyard.

CARMICHAEL, Charmikael

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Follower of Michael

Spiritual Connotation: Abundant Power

Scripture: Philippians 4:13 KJV

I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.

CARMIEL, Carmiah, Carmiela, Carmielle, Carmiya, Karmiah, Karmiel, Karmiela, Karmielle

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Is My Wisdom

Spiritual Connotation: Secure

Scripture: Proverbs 28:26 TLB

A man is a fool to trust himself! But those who use God’s wisdom are safe.

CARNEY, Karney

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Victorious

Spiritual Connotation: Preserved

Scripture: Psalm 32:7 NASB

You are my hiding place; You preserve me from troub le; You surround me with songs of deliverance.

CAROL, Carel, Carole, Karole, Karrole (see also Carrol)

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Song of Joy

Spiritual Connotation: Joy of God

Scripture: John 15:11 KJV

These things have I spoken unto you, that my joy might remain in you, and that your joy might be full.

CAROLEE, Carolea, Caroleigh

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Little Beloved

Spiritual Connotation: Just

Scripture: John 7:24 NCV

Stop judging by the way things look, but judge by what is really right.

CAROLINE, Caralin, Caraline, Carolin, Carolina, Carolyn, Carrolin, Carroline (see also Carlin, Karilynn, Karolyn)

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Womanly

Spiritual Connotation: Filled With Praise

Scripture: Psalm 150:6 NKJV

Let everything that has breath praise the LORD . Praise the LORD !

CARON, Carron, Carrone

Language/Cultural Origin: Welsh

Inherent Meaning: Loving

Spiritual Connotation: Witness

Scripture: John 13:34 NASB

A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another.

CARRICK, Karrick (see also Garrick)

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Surrounded by Sea

Spiritual Connotation: Child of God

Scripture: Jeremiah 31:33 NKJV

But this is the covenant that I will make with the house of Israel after those days, says the LORD . . . . I will be their God, and they shall be My people.

CARRIE, Carree, Carri, Karrie, Karry (see also Cari, Kari)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Beloved

Spiritual Connotation: Redeemed

Scripture: Romans 5:8 NKJV

But God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.

CARROL, Carell, Caroll, Carroll (see also Carol)

Language/Cultural Origin: Gaelic

Inherent Meaning: Champion

Spiritual Connotation: Steadfast

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1 NRSV

Therefore . . . let us also lay aside every weight and the sin that clings so closely, and let us run with perseverance the race that is set before us.

CARSON, Carrson

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Son of the Marsh-Dweller

Spiritual Connotation: Loyal

Scripture: John 15:16 NKJV

You did not choose Me, but I chose you and appointed you that you should go and bear fruit, and that your fruit should remain.

CARTER, Cartar

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Driver of a Cart

Spiritual Connotation: Privileged

Scripture: Revelation 3:8 NASB

I know your deeds. Behold, I have put before you an open door which no one can shut.

CARY, Caree, Carree, Carry (see also Carey, Kerry)

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Beloved

Spiritual Connotation: Divine

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:4 NRSV

Thus he has given us . . . his precious and very great promises, so that through them you may . . . become participants of the divine nature.

CARYN, Caren, Carin, Carran, Carren, Carrin, Carynn (see also Karen, Karin)

Language/Cultural Origin: Danish

Inherent Meaning: Unblemished

Spiritual Connotation: Blameless

Scripture: Job 8:20 NKJV

Behold, God will not cast away the blameless, Nor will He uphold the evildoers.

CARYS, Caris, Carissa, Carris, Caryss (see also Karis)

Language/Cultural Origin: Welsh

Inherent Meaning: Loving

Spiritual Connotation: Respectful

Scripture: Matthew 19:19 NKJV

“Honor your father and your mother,” and, “you shall love your neighbor as yourself.”

CASEY, Cacey, Cacy, Case, Casie, Casy, Caysee, Caysey, Caysie, K.C., Kace, Kacee, Kacey, Kaci, Kacie, Kacy, Kaicey, Kasee, Kasey, Kasie, Kaycee, Kaycie, Kaysea, Kaysee, Kaysey

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Valorous

Spiritual Connotation: Leader

Scripture: 1 John 5:4 NKJV

For whatever is born of God overcomes the world. And this is the victory that has overcome the world; our faith.

CASIMIR, Cachie, Cash, Cashmere, Cashmir, Kashmere, Kasimir, Kasmir, Kasmira, Kazmir, Kazmira

Language/Cultural Origin: Old Slavic

Inherent Meaning: Peacemaker

Spiritual Connotation: Flexible

Scripture: Matthew 5:9 NRSV

Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.

CASPER, Caspar Language/Cultural Origin: Persian

Inherent Meaning: Treasurer

Spiritual Connotation: Watchful

Scripture: Matthew 25:21 NKJV

I will make you ruler over many things. Enter into the joy of your lord.

CASSANDRA, Casandera, Casandra, Casandria, Casaundra, Casaundria, Casondra, Cassaundra, Cassey, Cassi, Cassie, Cassondra, Cassondria, Cassundra, Cassy, Kasandra, Kasaundra, Kasondra, Kasoundra, Kassandra, Kassaundra, Kassey, Kassi, Kassie, Kassy, Krisandra, Krissandra

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Helper of Mankind

Spiritual Connotation: Hostess

Scripture: Hebrews 13:2 NASB

Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for by this some have entertained angels without knowing it.

CASSIA, Casia, Casiya, Cassya, Casya, Kasia, Kasiya, Kassia, Kasya

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Spicy Cinnamon

Spiritual Connotation: Treasured

Scripture: Song of Songs 4:10 NCV

Your love is so sweet, my sister, my bride. Your love is better than wine, and your perfume smells better than any spice.

CASSIDY, Cass, Cassady, Kass, Kassady, Kassidy

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Clever

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:15 TLB

You are intelligent people. Look now and see for yourselves whether what I am about to say is true.

CASSIUS, Caz, Cazzie

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Protective Cover

Spiritual Connotation: Guarded

Scripture: Psalm 3:3 NASB

But You, O LORD, are a shield about me, My glory, and the One who lifts my head.

CASSON, Cassón, Kasson

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Helper of Mankind

Spiritual Connotation: Protected of God

Scripture: Proverbs 30:5 NKJV

Every word of God is pure; He is a shield to those who put their trust in Him.

CATALINA, Catalena, Katalena, Katalina

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: Unblemished

Spiritual Connotation: Refined

Scripture: Daniel 12:10 NASB

Many will be purged, purified and refined, but the wicked will act wickedly; and none of the wicked will understand, but those who have insight will understand.

CATAVA, Catavah, Katava

Language/Cultural Origin: African

Inherent Meaning: Restful

Spiritual Connotation: Bringer of Peace

Scripture: Zechariah 1:11 NRSV

We have patrolled the earth, and lo, the whole earth remains at peace.

CATERINA, see Katerina

CATHERINE, Cat, Catharina, Catharine, Catheren, Catherin, Catherina, Catheryn, Cathrine, Cathryn (see also Katherine)

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Pure

Spiritual Connotation: Accountable

Scripture: Psalm 119:15-16 NKJV

I will meditate on Your precepts, and contemplate Your ways. I will delight myself in Your statutes; I will not forget Your word.

CATHLEEN, Cathaleen, Cathlene (see also Kathleen)

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Unblemished

Spiritual Connotation: Spotless

Scripture: Romans 6:16 NASB

You are slaves of the one whom you obey, either of sin resulting in death, or of obedience resulting in righteousness.

CATHY, Cathee, Cathey, Cathi, Cathie, Kathee, Kathey, Kathi, Kathie, Kathy

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Spotless

Spiritual Connotation: Sanctified

Scripture: Philippians 1:6 NASB

For I am confident of this very thing, that He who began a good work in you will perfect it until the day of Christ Jesus.

CATO, Catón (see also Kato)

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Wise

Spiritual Connotation: Servant

Scripture: Romans 12:16 NRSV

Live in harmony with one another; do not be haughty, but associate with the lowly; do not claim to be wiser than you are.

CATRINA, see Katrina

CATRIONA, Katriona

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Flawless

Spiritual Connotation: Perfect

Scripture: Matthew 5:48 NKJV

Therefore you shall be perfect, just as your Father in heaven is perfect.

CAVAN, Caven, Cavin, Kavan (see also Kevin)

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Handsome

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Psalm 45:2 TLB

You are the fairest of all; your words are filled with grace; God himself is blessing you forever.

CAVANAUGH

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Caring

Spiritual Connotation: Discerning

Scripture: Galatians 6:2 NKJV

Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ.

CAYLA, Caela, Caila, Cailah, Caylah (see also Kaela, Kaila, Kayla, Kyla)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Empowered

Spiritual Connotation: Spirit-Filled

Scripture: Acts 1:8 NKJV

But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be witnesses to Me in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.

CECIL, Cecile, Cécile, Cecill

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Blind

Spiritual Connotation: Illuminated

Scripture: Ephesians 5:8 NKJV

For you were once darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Walk as children of light.

CECILIA, Cacelia, Caecilia, Cece, Cecelia, Cecilea, Cecillia, CeeCee

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Blind

Spiritual Connotation: Of the Spirit

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:12 NCV

Now we did not receive the spirit of the world, but we received the Spirit that is from God so that we can know all that God has given us.

CEDRIC, Cedrec, Cédric, Cedrik

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Battle Chieftain

Spiritual Connotation: Courageous Defender

Scripture: Galatians 6:4 NKJV

But let each one examine his own work, and then he will have rejoicing in himself alone, and not in another.

CEELEY, Ceelee, Ceeleigh, Ceelie, Ceely, Seelee, Seeleigh, Seeley, Seelie, Seely

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Blessed

Spiritual Connotation: Favored

Scripture: Hebrews 13:9 NLT

So do not be attracted by strange, new ideas. Your spiritual strength comes from God’s special favor.

CELENA, see Selena

CELESTE, Celesta, Celestia, Celestial, Celestine

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Heavenly

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3 NKJV

Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places in Christ.

CELINE, Celene, Celinda, Céline

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Fair as the Moon

Spiritual Connotation: Lovely

Scripture: Song of Songs 5:9 NKJV

What is your beloved more than another beloved, O fairest among women? What is your beloved more than another beloved, that you so charge us?

CEPHAS, Cephus

Language/Cultural Origin: Aramaic

Inherent Meaning: Rock

Spiritual Connotation: Foundation

Scripture: Matthew 16:18 NLT

Now I say to you that you are Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church, and all the powers of hell will not conquer it.

CERELLA, Cerelisa

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Springtime

Spiritual Connotation: Gentle

Scripture: Psalm 72:6 TLB

May the reign of this son of mine be as gentle and fruitful as the springtime rains upon the grass—like showers that water the earth!

CÉRISE, Cerese, Ceri, Cerice, Cerissa, Cerrice, Cerrina, Ceryce (see also Cherise)

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Cherry

Spiritual Connotation: Ageless

Scripture: Psalm 92:14 NCV

When they are old, they will still produce fruit; they will be healthy and fresh.

CHADWICK, Chad, Chadd, Chadley, Chadrick, Chadron, Chadwyck

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle English

Inherent Meaning: From the Warrior’sTown

Spiritual Connotation: Privileged

Scripture: Revelation 22:1 RSV

Then he showed me the river of the water of life, bright as crystal, flowing from the throne of God and of the Lamb.

CHAI, Chae (see also Chay)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Healthy

Spiritual Connotation: Eternal

Scripture: John 6:27 NKJV

Do not labor for the food which perishes, but for the food which endures to everlasting life.

CHAIM, Khaim

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Life

Spiritual Connotation: Discerning

Scripture: John 12:25 NLT

Those who love their life in this world will lose it. Those who despise their life in this world will keep it for eternal life.

CHALICE, Chalace, Chalcie, Chalise, Chalissa, Challis, Challisse, Chalsey

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Goblet

Spiritual Connotation: Cheerful

Scripture: Proverbs 15:15 NRSV

All the days of the poor are hard, but a cheerful heart has a continual feast.

CHALINA, Chaleena, Chara, Charah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hispanic

Inherent Meaning: Rose

Spiritual Connotation: Joy

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1 NKJV

The wilderness and the wasteland shall be glad for them, And the desert shall rejoice and blossom as the rose.

CHALMERS, Chalmer, Chamar

Language/Cultural Origin: Scottish

Inherent Meaning: Head of the Household

Spiritual Connotation: Prosperous Protector

Scripture: Isaiah 55:11 NKJV

So shall My word be that goes forth from My mouth; It shall not return to Me void.

CHAMADYA, Chamadaea, Chamadia

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Desired

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Psalm 45:2 TLB

You are the fairest of all; Your words are filled with grace; God himself is blessing you forever.

CHAN, Chanae, Chann, Chayo

Language/Cultural Origin: Cambodian

Inherent Meaning: Sweet-Smelling Tree

Spiritual Connotation: Image of God

Scripture: Ephesians 5:2 NCV

Live a life of love just as Christ loved us and gave himself for us as a sweet- smelling offering and sacrifice to God.

CHANAH, Chana, Channa

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Favor of God

Spiritual Connotation: Prayerful

Scripture: Malachi 1:9 NKJV

But now entreat God’s favor, that He may be gracious to us.

CHANAN, Chanen

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Cloud

Spiritual Connotation: Provision

Scripture: Exodus 13:22 NKJV

He did not take away the pillar of cloud by day or the pillar of fire by night from before the people.

CHANDELLE, Chandal, Chandel, Shandal, Shandel, Shandelle

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Candle

Spiritual Connotation: Witness

Scripture: Matthew 5:14 NCV

You are the light that gives light to the world. A city that is built on a hill cannot be hidden.

CHANDLER, Chandan, Chandlan, Chandon, Chanlan

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Candle Maker

Spiritual Connotation: Bearer of Light

Scripture: John 8:12 NKJV

I am the light of the world. He who follows Me shall not walk in darkness, but have the light of life.

CHANDRA, Chanda, Chandea, Chandee, Chandre, Chandrelle, Chandria, Shandra, Shandee, Shandrelle, Shandria

Language/Cultural Origin: Indo-Pakistani

Inherent Meaning: Fair as the Moon

Spiritual Connotation: Lovely

Scripture: Song of Songs 1:8 NCV

You are the most beautiful of women.

CHANEL, Chanell, Chanelle, Channel, Shanel, Shanell, Shanelle, Shannel

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Channel

Spiritual Connotation: Abundance

Scripture: Psalm 78:16 RSV

He made streams come out of the rock, and caused waters to flow down like rivers.

CHANEY, Chayne, Chayney, Cheney, Cheyne, Cheyney

Language/Cultural Origin: Old French

Inherent Meaning: Oak Wood

Spiritual Connotation: Sealed

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 16:33 NASB

Then the trees of the forest will sing for joy before the LORD ; for He is coming to judge the earth.

CHANNING, Chane, Chaning, Chann

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Wise

Spiritual Connotation: Obedient

Scripture: Deuteronomy 4:6 NCV

Obey these laws carefully, in order to show the other nations that you have wisdom and understanding.

CHANTAL, Chantael, Chantalle, Chantara, Chantay, Chantée, Chantel, Chantell, Chantiel, Chantielle, Chantil, Chantill, Chantoya, Chantrel, Chantrell, Chauntay, Chauntel, Chauntell, Chauntelle, (see also Shantel)

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Song

Spiritual Connotation: Healed

Scripture: Isaiah 49:13 NKJV

Sing, O heavens! Be joyful, O earth! And break out in singing, O mountains! For the LORD has comforted His people, and will have mercy on His afflicted.

CHANTE, Chánte, Chanté, Chantha, Chantra (see also Shantae)

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Singer

Spiritual Connotation: Treasured

Scripture: Zephaniah 3:17 NKJV

The LORD your God in your midst, the Mighty One, will save; He will rejoice over you with gladness, He will quiet you with His love, He will rejoice over you with singing.

CHANTREA, Chantria

Language/Cultural Origin: Cambodian

Inherent Meaning: Moonbeam

Spiritual Connotation: Symbol

Scripture: Psalm 136:9 NCV

He made the moon and stars to rule the night. His love continues forever.

CHANTRICE, Chantreese, Shantreece, Shantrice

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Singer

Spiritual Connotation: Joyful

Scripture: Psalm 126:2 NKJV

Then our mouth was filled with laughter, and our tongue with singing. Then they said among the nations, the LORD has done great things for them.

CHAPMAN, Chapmann

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Merchant

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: Matthew 13:45-46 NKJV

Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant seeking beautiful pearls, who, when he had found one pearl of great price, went and sold all that he had and bought it.

CHARISSA, Charesa, Charis, Charisa, Charisse, Charista, Sharesa, Sharese, Sharis, Sharisa, Sharissa, Sharisse, Sharista, Sheresa, Sherisa, Sherise, Sherissa, Sherisse, Sherista

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Kindness

Spiritual Connotation: Virtuous

Scripture: Proverbs 31:26 NKJV

She opens her mouth with wisdom, and on her tongue is the law of kindness.

CHARITY, Charitee, Chariti

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Benevolent

Spiritual Connotation: Compassionate

Scripture: Psalm 23:6 KJV

Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the LORD for ever.

CHARLEEN, Charlaine, Charlanna, Charlena, Charlene, Charline, Sharlaina, Sharlanna, Sharleen, Sharlena, Sharlene

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Valiant

Spiritual Connotation: Courageous

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 28:20 NKJV

Be strong and of good courage, and do it; do not fear nor be dismayed, for the LORD God; my God; will be with you.

CHARLES, Charle, Charley, Charlie

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Manly

Spiritual Connotation: Valiant

Scripture: Joshua 1:9 NKJV

Be strong and of good courage; do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.

CHARLOTTE, Charlette, Sharlotte

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Womanly

Spiritual Connotation: Joy to the Lord

Scripture: Zephaniah 3:17 RSV

The LORD, your God, is in your midst, a warrior who gives victory; he will rejoice over you with gladness.

CHARLTON, Charleton, Charltonn (see also Carlton)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Dwelling ofthe Free Peasants

Spiritual Connotation: Servant

Scripture: Matthew 23:11 NKJV

But he who is greatest among you shall be your servant. . . . He who humbles himself will be exalted.

CHARMAIN, Charmaine, Charmane, Charmayne, Charmian, Sharmain

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Singer

Spiritual Connotation: Joyful

Scripture: Jeremiah 15:16 NKJV

Your word was to me the joy and rejoicing of my heart; for I am called by Your name, O LORD God of hosts.

CHASADYA, Chasádia, Chasádya

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Mercy of God

Spiritual Connotation: Chosen

Scripture: Romans 9:16 NLT

So receiving God’s promise is not up to us. We can’t get it by choosing it or working hard for it. God will show mercy to anyone he chooses.

CHASE, Chaise

Language/Cultural Origin: Old French

Inherent Meaning: Hunter

Spiritual Connotation: Pursuer of Truth

Scripture: Amos 5:8 TLB

Seek him who . . . turns darkness into morning and day into night, who calls forth the water from the ocean and pours it out as rain upon the land.

CHASTITY, Chasady, Chasiti, Chassady, Chassey, Chassidy, Chassie, Chassity, Chastady, Chastidy, Chastin, Chastney

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Pure

Spiritual Connotation: Virtuous

Scripture: Luke 11:34 NLT

Your eye is a lamp for your body. A pure eye lets sunshine into your soul.

CHASYA, Châsia

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Shield

Spiritual Connotation: Protected by God

Scripture: Psalm 2:12 NKJV

Blessed are all those who put their trust in Him.

CHAUNCEY, Chancey, Chauncy

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle English

Inherent Meaning: Chancellor

Spiritual Connotation: Worthy of Trust

Scripture: Romans 8:16 NKJV

The Spirit Himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God.

CHAVA, Chavah, Chavalah, Chavarra, Chavé, Chavel, Chavvis, Kava

Language/Cultural Origin: Yiddish

Inherent Meaning: Bird

Spiritual Connotation: Joyful

Scripture: Psalm 50:11 NASB

I know every bird of the mountains, and everything that moves in the field is Mine.

CHAVON, Chavonn, Chavonna, Chavonne, Chevon, Chevonn, Chevonna, Shavon, Shavón

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Is Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Cherished

Scripture: Psalm 103:8 NKJV

The LORD is merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and abounding in mercy.

CHAY, Cháy, Ché (see also Chai)

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: God Will Add

Spiritual Connotation: Dependent

Scripture: Philippians 4:19 NASB

And my God shall supply all your needs according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus.

CHAYA, Chayka, Chayla, Chaylah, Chaylea, Chayley, Chayra

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Alive

Spiritual Connotation: Heavenly Treasure

Scripture: Matthew 19:29 NKJV

And everyone who has left houses or brothers or sisters or father or mother or wife or children or lands, for My name’s sake, shall . . . inherit eternal life.

CHAYANNA, Chaeanna, Chayana

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Alive

Spiritual Connotation: Childlike

Scripture: John 1:4 TLB

Eternal life is in him, and this life gives light to all mankind.

CHAZ, Chazz

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Strong

Spiritual Connotation: Reverent

Scripture: Luke 12:5 NKJV

But I will show you whom you should fear: Fear Him who, after He has killed, has power to cast into hell.

CHAZAYA, Chazaia, Chazial, Chaziel, Chazielle

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Has Seen

Spiritual Connotation: Remembered

Scripture: Genesis 31:42 NKJV

Unless the God of my father . . . had been with me, surely now you would have sent me away empty-handed.

CHAZON, Chazón

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Revelation

Spiritual Connotation: Disciple

Scripture: Galatians 1:12 NLT

For my message came by a direct revelation from Jesus Christ himself. No one else taught me.

CHELSEA, Chelcie, Chelcy, Chellsie, Chelsa, Chelsae, Chelsay, Chelsee, Chelsey, Chelsia, Chelsie, Chelsy, Cheslee, Chesley, Cheslie, Shelsea, Shelsee, Shelsie, Shelsey

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Seaport

Spiritual Connotation: Shield

Scripture: Psalm 65:5 NRSV

By awesome deeds you answer us with deliverance, O God of our salvation; you are the hope of all the ends of the earth and of the farthest seas.

CHELUB, Chélub, Cheylub

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Wicker Basket

Spiritual Connotation: Creative

Scripture: Exodus 31:3 NLT

I have filled him with the Spirit of God, giving him great wisdom, intelligence, and skill in all kinds of crafts.

CHERAN, Cherran, Cheranne (see also Sharon)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Union

Spiritual Connotation: Harmonious

Scripture: Psalm 133:1 NRSV

How very good and pleasant it is when kindred live together in unity!

CHERIE, Cheri, Cherí, Chérie (see also Shari)

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Sweetheart

Spiritual Connotation: Valuable

Scripture: Proverbs 20:15 RSV

There is gold, and abundance of costly stones; but the lips of knowledge are a precious jewel.

CHERISE, Chareese, Charese, Charice, Charise, Cher, Cherice, Cherrise, Shareese, Sharese, Sharice, Sharise, Sher, Shereece, Sherese, Sherice, Sherrice (see also Cerise, Charissa)

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Treasured

Spiritual Connotation: Beloved

Scripture: Psalm 62:5 NKJV

My soul, wait silently for God alone, for my expectation is from Him.

CHERISH

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Precious

Spiritual Connotation: Inestimable

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10 NASB

An excellent wife, who can find? For her worth is far above jewels.

CHEROKEE, Cherika, Sherokee

Language/Cultural Origin: Native American

Inherent Meaning: Tribe

Spiritual Connotation: Worshiper

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:6 NLT

He prayed, O LORD, God of our ancestors, you alone are the God who is in heaven.

CHERYL, Charelle, Charil, Charrell, Charyl, Chereen, Chereena, Cherelle, Cherrelle, Cheryle (see also Sheryl)

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Filled With Grace

Spiritual Connotation: Beloved

Scripture: Zephaniah 3:17 RSV

The LORD, your God, is in your midst, a warrior who gives victory; he will rejoice over you with gladness.

CHESNA, Chesnee, Chesney, Chesnie

Language/Cultural Origin: Slavic

Inherent Meaning: Peaceful

Spiritual Connotation: Regal Servant

Scripture: Isaiah 9:7 NASB

There will be no end to the increase of His government or of peace, on the throne of David and over his kingdom.

CHESTER, Ches, Cheston, Chet

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Campsite

Spiritual Connotation: Valiant Defender

Scripture: Psalm 31:3 NKJV

For You are my rock and my fortress; therefore, for Your name’s sake, lead me and guide me.

CHEVY, Chev, Chevi, Chevie, Chevvy

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Knight

Spiritual Connotation: Victor

Scripture: Isaiah 9:3 NLT

Israel will again be great, and its people will rejoice. . . . They will shout with joy like warriors dividing the plunder.

CHEYENNE, Cheyan, Cheyana, Cheyann, Cheyanne, Cheyene, Cheyenna, Chi-Anna, Chyann, Chyanna, Chyanne, Sheyenne, Shiana, Shiane, Shianna, Shianne, Shyana, Shyanne, Shyenna

Language/Cultural Origin: Native American

Inherent Meaning: Tribe

Spiritual Connotation: Creative

Scripture: Exodus 35:10 NKJV

All who are gifted artisans among you shall come and make all that the LORD has commanded.

CHIARA, Chiarah

Language/Cultural Origin: Italian

Inherent Meaning: Clear

Spiritual Connotation: Sealed

Scripture: Revelation 21:21 NKJV

And the street of the city was pure gold, like transparent glass.

CHICKARA, Chickarra, Chikona

Language/Cultural Origin: Japanese

Inherent Meaning: Near and Dear

Spiritual Connotation: Loving

Scripture: Romans 13:10 NLT

Love does no wrong to anyone, so love satisfies all of God’s requirements.

CHIKO, Chikora

Language/Cultural Origin: Japanese

Inherent Meaning: Pledge

Spiritual Connotation: Promise

Scripture: Acts 2:39 NKJV

For the promise is to you and to your children, and to all who are afar off, as many as the Lord our God will call.

CHILTON, Chiltonn

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Farm by theSpring

Spiritual Connotation: Refreshed

Scripture: Psalm 104:10 NKJV

He sends the springs into the valleys, they flow among the hills.

CHINARAH, Chinara, Chinika

Language/Cultural Origin: Swahili

Inherent Meaning: God Receives

Spiritual Connotation: Offering to God

Scripture: Hebrews 7:8 NKJV

Here mortal men receive tithes, but there he receives them, of whom it is witnessed that he lives.

CHIP, Chipper

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Strong

Spiritual Connotation: Power of God

Scripture: Exodus 10:2 NLT

You will be ab le to tell wonderful stories to your children and grandchildren about the marvelous things I am doing . . . to prove that I am the LORD .

CHISLON, Cheslin, Cheslon, Cheslyn, Chislan, Chislyn

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Trust

Spiritual Connotation: Dependent

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6 NASB

Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight.

CHLOE, Chloé, Chlöe, Chloee, Cloe, Cloey, Kloe, Klöe

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Vibrant

Spiritual Connotation: One Who Searches

Scripture: Psalm 105:4 NKJV

Seek the LORD and His strength; seek His face evermore!

CHLORIS, Cloris, Clorissa

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Pale

Spiritual Connotation: Fair

Scripture: Psalm 45:2 NASB

You are fairer than the sons of men; grace is poured upon Your lips; therefore God has blessed You forever.

CHONI, Chonee, Choney, Chonia, Chonie, Choniya, Chonya

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Mercy of God

Scripture: Deuteronomy 4:31 RSV

The LORD your God is a merciful God; he will not fail you or destroy you or forget the covenant with your fathers which he swore to them.

CHORESH, Choresch

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Thicket

Spiritual Connotation: God’s Sacrifice

Scripture: Genesis 22:14 NASB

And Abraham called the name of that place The LORD Will Provide.

CHOSEN, Chosan, Chósen

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Power

Spiritual Connotation: Immunity

Scripture: Mark 16:18 TLB

They will be able to place their hands on the sick and heal them.

CHRISTA, Chris, Chrisa, Chrisie, Chrissey, Chrissi, Chrissie, Chrissy, Christi, Christie, Christy, Chrys, Chryssa, Chrysta, Chrysti, Chrystie, Chrysty, Cris, Crissa, Crissie, Crista, Cristee, Cristey, Cristi, Cristie, Cryssa, Crysta, Crysti, Crystie (see also Kirsty, Krista)

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Follower of Christ

Spiritual Connotation: God’s Reflection

Scripture: John 13:35 NKJV

By this all will know that you are My disciples, if you have love for one another.

CHRISTEN, Christan, Christin, Christyn, Chrystan, Chrysten, Chrystin, Cristan, Cristen, Cristin, Cristyn, Crystan, Crysten, Crystin (see also Kristen)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Follower of Christ

Spiritual Connotation: Obedient

Scripture: John 8:31 NCV

If you continue to obey my teaching, you are truly my followers.

CHRISTIAN, Christiaan, Christianos, Christion, Christon, Christos, Christyan, Chrystian, Cristian, Cristiano, Cristón, Khristian, Kristar, Krister, Kristjan, Krystian

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Follower of Christ

Spiritual Connotation: Anointed

Scripture: Acts 10:38 NASB

You know of Jesus of Nazareth, how God anointed Him with the Holy Spirit and with power, and how He went about doing good.

CHRISTINA, Christeena, Christena, Christiana, Christiane, Christiann, Christianna, Christinna, Christy-Anna, Cristeena, Cristina, Cristiona Crystina (see also Kristina)

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Follower of Christ

Spiritual Connotation: Awareness of Christ

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:5 NRSV

For we do not proclaim ourselves; we proclaim Jesus Christ as Lord and ourselves as your slaves for Jesus’ sake.

CHRISTINE, Christeen, Christene, Chrystine, Cristeen, Cristine, Crystine (see also Kristine)

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Follower of Christ

Spiritual Connotation: True Disciple

Scripture: Luke 9:23 NLT

If any of you wants to be my follower, you must put aside your selfish ambition, shoulder your cross daily, and follow me.

CHRISTOPHER, Chris, Chriss, Christepher, Christobal, Christofer, Christoff, Christoffer, Christophe, Christopherr, Christophor, Chrys, Cris, Cristóbal, Cristofer, Cristopher, Khris, Khriss, Khristofer, Khristoffer, Khristopher, Kris, Kriss, Kristofer, Kristophe, Kristopher, Kristophor, Krys

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Bearer/Carrier of Christ

Spiritual Connotation: Anointed

Scripture: Galatians 6:17 NIV

Finally, let no one cause me trouble, for I bear on my body the marks of Jesus.

CHUCK, Chuckie, Chucky

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Strong

Spiritual Connotation: Genuine

Scripture: Mark 12:30 NKJV

And you shall love the LORD your God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your mind, and with all your strength.

CHUMA, Chumah

Language/Cultural Origin: Rhodesian

Inherent Meaning: Wealthy

Spiritual Connotation: Heavenly Treasure

Scripture: Luke 6:20 NASB

Blessed are you who are poor, for yours is the kingdom of God.

CIAN, Cianán, Ciannan

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Ancient

Spiritual Connotation: Persistent Faith

Scripture: Mark 11:22 NKJV

Have faith in God.

CID, Cyd (see also Sidney)

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: Master

Spiritual Connotation: Discreet

Scripture: Romans 14:4 NASB

Who are you to judge the servant of another? To his own master he stands or falls; and stand he will, for the Lord is able to make him stand.

CIERRA, see Sierra

CINDY, see Cynthia

CIPRIANNA, Cipriana, Cypriana, Cyprianna, Cyprianne

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: From Cyprus

Spiritual Connotation: Bold Witness

Scripture: Romans 1:16 NIV

I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God for the salvation of everyone who believes: first for the Jew, then for the Gentile.

CISSY, Cissee

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Blind

Spiritual Connotation: Discerning

Scripture: Ephesians 5:17 RSV

Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is.

CLAIRE, Clair, Clara, Clarette, Clarina, Clarinda, Clarita

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Brilliant

Spiritual Connotation: Shining Light

Scripture: Psalm 36:9 NKJV

For with You is the fountain of life; in Your light we see light.

CLANCY, Clancey

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Red-Haired Fighter

Spiritual Connotation: Christlike

Scripture: Philippians 2:3 NKJV

Let nothing be done through selfish ambition or conceit, but in lowliness of mind let each esteem others better than himself.

CLARENCE, Clarance, Clare, Clarrance, Clarrence

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Victorious

Spiritual Connotation: Pure

Scripture: Philippians 4:8 NKJV

Finally, brethren, whatever things are true, . . . noble, . . . just, . . . pure, . . . lovely, . . . [or] praiseworthy; meditate on these things.

CLARISSA, Claresa, Claressa, Clarice, Clarisa, Clarisse, Clarrisa, Clarrissa, Clerissa (see also Klarissa)

Language/Cultural Origin: Italian

Inherent Meaning: Brilliant

Spiritual Connotation: Wise Discerner

Scripture: Hosea 14:9 NKJV

Who is wise? Let him understand these things. Who is prudent? Let him know them.

CLARK, Clarke

Language/Cultural Origin: Old French

Inherent Meaning: Scholar

Spiritual Connotation: Enlightened Spirit

Scripture: James 3:17 NKJV

But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, willing to yield, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality and without hypocrisy.

CLAUDIA, Claudeen, Claudette

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Lame

Spiritual Connotation: Loved

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:7 NKJV

[Cast] all your care upon Him, for He cares for you.

CLAUDIUS, Claude, Claudell, Claudio

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Lame

Spiritual Connotation: Strong in Victory

Scripture: Isaiah 40:29 NKJV

He gives power to the weak, and to those who have no might He increases strength.

CLAUS, see Klaus

CLAY, Clae

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Malleable Earth

Spiritual Connotation: Adaptable

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7 NKJV

But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the excellence of the power may be of God and not of us.

CLAYBORNE, Claeborne

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle English

Inherent Meaning: From the Clay Brook

Spiritual Connotation: Molded by God

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:6 NKJV

Look, as the clay is in the potter’s hand, so are you in My hand, O house of Israel!

CLAYTON, Clayten

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Clay Estate

Spiritual Connotation: Molded by God

Scripture: Isaiah 64:8 NKJV

But now, O LORD, You are our Father; we are the clay, and You our potter; and all we are the work of Your hand.

CLEMENT, Clem, Clemens, Clément, Clemente, Klem, Klemens, Klement

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Mild, Merciful

Spiritual Connotation: Benevolent

Scripture: Leviticus 19:34 NKJV

You shall love [the stranger who lives among you] as yourself; for you were strangers in the land of Egypt: I am the LORD your God.

CLEMENTINE, Clementia, Clementina, Clemette

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Merciful

Spiritual Connotation: Charitable

Scripture: John 13:34 NKJV

A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another.

CLEO, Clio

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: One of Eminence

Spiritual Connotation: Understanding Spirit

Scripture: Psalm 36:9 NKJV

For with You is the fountain of life; In Your light we see light.

CLEON, Kleon

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Famous

Spiritual Connotation: Bold

Scripture: Philippians 1:20 NRSV

I will not be put to shame in any way, but that by my speaking with all boldness, Christ will be exalted now as always in my body, whether by life or by death.

CLEOPATRA, Cliopatra

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Fame of Her Father

Spiritual Connotation: Cherished

Scripture: Zephaniah 3:17 RSV

The LORD, your God, is in your midst, a warrior who gives victory; he will rejoice over you with gladness.

CLIFFORD, Cliff, Cliford, Clyff

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the River’sHeights

Spiritual Connotation: Vigilant

Scripture: Psalm 18:32 NKJV

It is God who arms me with strength, and makes my way perfect.

CLIFTON, Cliffton, Clift

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Cliff Estate

Spiritual Connotation: Prosperous

Scripture: Psalm 91:11 NKJV

For He shall give His angels charge over you, to keep you in all your ways.

CLINTON, Clint, Clinten

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Hill Town

Spiritual Connotation: Honorable

Scripture: Malachi 3:10 NKJV

I will . . . open for you the windows of heaven and pour out for you such blessing that there will not be room enough to receive it.

CLIVE, Cleve, Clyve

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From Upon the Cliff

Spiritual Connotation: Enduring

Scripture: Jeremiah 33:11 NKJV

Praise the LORD of hosts, for the LORD is good, for His mercy endures forever.

CLUNY, Clooney

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Meadow

Spiritual Connotation: Restful

Scripture: John 10:9 NRSV

I am the gate. Whoever enters by me will be saved, and will come in and go out and find pasture.

CLYDE, Clide

Language/Cultural Origin: Welsh

Inherent Meaning: Loving

Spiritual Connotation: Rewarded

Scripture: Luke 12:32 NKJV

Do not fear, little flock, for it is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the kingdom.

COBY, Cobe, Cobey, Cobi, Cobie, Kobe, Kobee, Kobi, Kobie, Koby

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Successor

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: Hebrews 6:12 NLT

You will follow the example of those who are going to inherit God’s promises because of their faith and patience.

COCO, Cocco, Coccoa (see also Koko)

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: Coconut

Spiritual Connotation: Sacrifice

Scripture: Ephesians 5:2 NKJV

And walk in love, as Christ also has loved us and given Himself for us, an offering and a sacrifice to God for a sweet-smelling aroma.

CODY, Codee, Codey, Codi, Codie, Kodee, Kodey, Kodi, Kodie, Kody

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Cushion

Spiritual Connotation: Joyful Witness

Scripture: Mark 5:19 NASB

Go home to your people and report to them what great things the Lord has done for you, and how He had mercy on you.

COLBERT, Culbert

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Brilliant Seafarer

Spiritual Connotation: Anchored in God

Scripture: Psalm 46:1 NKJV

God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.

COLBY, Colbey, Colbi, Colby, Collby, Kolby, Kollby

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Coal Farm

Spiritual Connotation: Dependent

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:7 NKJV

[Cast] all your care upon Him, for He cares for you.

COLE, Kole

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Victory of the People

Spiritual Connotation: Granted Success

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:16 NKJV

For the Lord Himself will descend from heaven . . . and the dead in Christ will rise first.

COLETTE, Coletta, Collette, Kolette, Kollette (see also Nicole)

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Victorious

Spiritual Connotation: Faithful

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23 NKJV

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control.

COLEY, Colee, Coleigh, Koley

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Victorious

Spiritual Connotation: Bold

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:57 NKJV

But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.

COLIN, Colan, Colen, Colyn

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Victorious

Spiritual Connotation: Destined

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:9 NKJV

Eye has not seen, nor ear heard, nor have entered into the heart of man the things which God has prepared for those who love Him.

COLLEEN, Coleen, Colene, Colleene, Collene, Colline, Koleen, Kolleen

Language/Cultural Origin: Gaelic

Inherent Meaning: Maiden

Spiritual Connotation: Excellent Virtue

Scripture: Psalm 107:9 NKJV

For He satisfies the longing soul, and fills the hungry soul with goodness.

COLLIER, Collyer

Language/Cultural Origin: Welsh

Inherent Meaning: Merchant or Miner

Spiritual Connotation: Guided of God

Scripture: 2 Samuel 22:33 NKJV

God is my strength and power, and He makes my way perfect.

COLLIN, Collen, Collins, Collyn

Language/Cultural Origin: Scottish

Inherent Meaning: Victorious

Spiritual Connotation: Pressured

Scripture: Matthew 12:20-21 NKJV

A bruised reed He will not break, and smoking flax He will not quench, till He sends forth justice to victory.

COLSON, Coleson

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Son of the Victor

Spiritual Connotation: Generously Gifted

Scripture: Ephesians 4:8 NRSV

Therefore it is said, “When he ascended on high he made captivity itself a captive; he gave gifts to his people.”

COLTER, Colt

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Lover of Animals

Spiritual Connotation: Gentle

Scripture: Romans 13:10 NASB

Love does no wrong to a neighbor; therefore love is the fulfillment of the law.

COLTON, Colten, Coltin, Kolten, Koltin, Kolton

Language/Cultural Origin: Anglo-Saxon

Inherent Meaning: From the Coal Town

Spiritual Connotation: Resourceful

Scripture: Romans 5:5 NKJV

Now hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out in our hearts by the Holy Spirit who was given to us.

CONAN, Connan

Language/Cultural Origin: Celtic

Inherent Meaning: Intelligent

Spiritual Connotation: Spiritual Discernment

Scripture: Exodus 31:3 NKJV

And I have filled him with the Spirit of God, in wisdom, in understanding, in knowledge, and in all manner of workmanship.

CONCETTA, Conchita, Conciana, Concianna, Concieta

Language/Cultural Origin: Italian

Inherent Meaning: Pure

Spiritual Connotation: Undefiled

Scripture: Titus 1:15 NKJV

To the pure all things are pure.

CONIAH, Coniyah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God-Appointed

Spiritual Connotation: Destined

Scripture: James 4:10 NASB

Humble yourselves in the presence of the Lord, and He will exalt you.

CONLAN, Conlen, Conley, Conlin

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Hero

Spiritual Connotation: Gifted

Scripture: Proverbs 2:6 NKJV

For the LORD gives wisdom; from His mouth come knowledge and understanding.

CONNERY, Connary

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Exalted

Spiritual Connotation: Humble

Scripture: Luke 14:11 NKJV

For whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and he who humbles himself will be exalted.

CONNIE, Connee, Conni, Conny, Konnie

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Consistent

Spiritual Connotation: Unwavering

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:9 TLB

Stand firm when he attacks. Trust the Lord; and remember that other Christians all around the world are going through these sufferings too.

CONNOR, Conner, Konner, Konnor

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Lofty Desire

Spiritual Connotation: Stronghold of God

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:5 NASB

We are taking every thought captive to the obedience of Christ.

CONRAD, Conrade, Konrad, Konrade

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Bold Counselor

Spiritual Connotation: Discerner ofExcellence

Scripture: Colossians 3:16 NKJV

Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom . . . singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.

CONROY, Conroye

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Wise

Spiritual Connotation: Strong Leader

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:26 NKJV

For God gives wisdom and knowledge and joy to a man who is good in His sight.

CONSTANCE, Constanze, Konstance, Konstanze (see also Connie)

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Steadfast

Spiritual Connotation: Consecrated

Scripture: Romans 8:16 NKJV

The Spirit Himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God.

CONSUELA, Konsuela

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: Consoling Friend

Spiritual Connotation: Compassionate

Scripture: Proverbs 27:9 NLT

The heartfelt counsel of a friend is as sweet as perfume and incense.

COOPER, Couper

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Barrel Maker

Spiritual Connotation: Servant

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:16 TLB

Please follow their instructions and do everything you can to help them as well as all others like them who work hard at your side with such real devotion.

CORA, Corra, Kora, Korra

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Maiden

Spiritual Connotation: Abiding in God

Scripture: 1 John 4:16 NKJV

And we have known and believed the love that God has for us. God is love, and he who abides in love abides in God, and God in him.

CORAL, Corral, Koral

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Coral

Spiritual Connotation: Joyful Praise

Scripture: Psalm 69:34 NKJV

Let heaven and earth praise Him, the seas and everything that moves in them.

CORALEE, Coralea, Cora-Lee, Coralie, Coraline, Coralyn, Corilee, Koralee, Koralie, Koralyn

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Maiden From the Sea

Spiritual Connotation: Beloved

Scripture: Psalm 139:9-10 NASB

If I take the wings of the dawn, if I dwell in the remotest part of the sea, even there Thy hand will lead me, and Thy right hand will lay hold of me.

CORBETT, Corbet, Corbitt

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Raven

Spiritual Connotation: Attractive

Scripture: Song of Songs 5:11 NRSV

His head is the finest gold; his locks are wavy, b lack as a raven.

CORBIN, Corban, Corben, Korban, Korben, Korbin

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Raven

Spiritual Connotation: For Whom the LordWill Provide

Scripture: Job 38:41 NKJV

Who provides food for the raven, when its young ones cry to God, and wander about for lack of food?

CORDELIA, Cordey, Cordia, Cordie

Language/Cultural Origin: Welsh

Inherent Meaning: Jewel of the Sea

Spiritual Connotation: Precious

Scripture: Psalm 139:17 NKJV

How precious also are Your thoughts to me, O God! How great is the sum of them!

CORDELL, Cordelle, Kordell

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Rope Maker

Spiritual Connotation: Laborer

Scripture: Exodus 20:10 NKJV

The seventh day is the Sabbath of the LORD your God. In it you shall do no work.

COREY, Coree, Correy, Corry, Cory (see also Korey)

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: From the Hollow

Spiritual Connotation: Prosperous

Scripture: Psalm 1:3 NKJV

He shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water. . . . Whatever he does shall prosper.

CORI, Coriann, Corianne, Cori-Anne, Corie, Corri, Corrie, Corrienne (see also Cora, Korah)

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: From the Hollow

Spiritual Connotation: Empowered Spirit

Scripture: James 4:7 NKJV

Therefore submit to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you.

CORIN, Coren, Corian, Corien, Corinn, Corren, Corrian, Corrin, Corryn, Coryn, Corynn

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Little One

Spiritual Connotation: Trusting

Scripture: Hebrews 13:5 NRSV

Keep your lives free from the love of money, and be content with what you have; for he has said, I will never leave you or forsake you.

CORINA, Coreena, Corinna, Corrina (see also Carina, Cori, Korina)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Little Damsel

Spiritual Connotation: Innocent

Scripture: Titus 1:15 NKJV

To the pure all things are pure.

CORINNE, Coreen, Corine, Corinne, Correen, Corrinne

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Fair Maiden

Spiritual Connotation: Illuminated

Scripture: Job 22:28 NKJV

You will also declare a thing, and it will be established for you; so light will shine on your ways.

CORISSA, Corisa, Korissa (see also Carissa)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Most Maidenly

Spiritual Connotation: Filled With Praise

Scripture: Psalm 145:3 RSV

Great is the LORD, and greatly to be praised, and his greatness is unsearchab le.

CORLISS, Corlisa, Corlise, Corlissa, Korlisa, Korlise, Korliss

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Good-Hearted

Spiritual Connotation: Sanctified

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:18 RSV

And we all, with unveiled face, beholding the glory of the Lord, are being changed into his likeness from one degree of glory to another.

CORNELIUS

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Sunbeam

Spiritual Connotation: Praise

Scripture: Psalm 113:3 RSV

From the rising of the sun to its setting the name of the LORD is to be praised!

CORIGAN, Korrigan

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Spearman

Spiritual Connotation: Proud Father

Scripture: Psalm 127:4 RSV

Like arrows in the hand of a warrior are the sons of one’s youth.

CORT, see Courtney

CORTEZ, Courtez

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: Conqueror

Spiritual Connotation: Valiant

Scripture: Revelation 6:2 NASB

And I looked, and behold, a white horse, and he who sat on it had a bow; and a crown was given to him; and he went out conquering, and to conquer.

CORWIN, Corwyn

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Heart’s Delight

Spiritual Connotation: Brilliant Countenance

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:6 NKJV

For it is the God who commanded light to shine out of darkness, who has shone in our hearts.

CORY, see Corey

COSETTE, Cosetta, Cossetta, Cossette

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Victorious

Spiritual Connotation: Confident Spirit

Scripture: Isaiah 42:16 NKJV

I will bring the blind by a way they did not know; I will lead them in paths they have not known.

COSMO, Cozmo, Kosmo

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Orderly

Spiritual Connotation: Peaceful

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:11 TLB

This should be your ambition: to live a quiet life, minding your own business and doing your own work.

COURTLAND, Courtlin, Courtlyn

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Farmstead

Spiritual Connotation: Truthful

Scripture: Psalm 19:14 NKJV

Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in Your sight, O LORD, my strength and my Redeemer.

COURTNEY, Cort, Cortnay, Cortne, Cortnee, Cortney, Cortni, Cortnie, Corttney, Court, Courtenay, Courteney, Courtnae, Courtnay, Courtnee, Courtnée, Courtni, Courtnie, Courtny, Courtonie, Kort, Kortnay, Kortnee, Kortney, Kortni, Kortnie, Kortny, Kourtinee, Kourtney, Kourtni, Kourtny

Language/Cultural Origin: Old French

Inherent Meaning: From the Court

Spiritual Connotation: Amidst God’s Love

Scripture: 1 John 4:16 NKJV

And we have known and believed the love that God has for us. God is love, and he who abides in love abides in God, and God in him.

COWAN, Cowey

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: From the Hillside

Spiritual Connotation: Generous

Scripture: Luke 6:38 NKJV

Give, and it will be given to you. . . . For with the same measure that you use, it will be measured back to you.

COY, Coi, Koy

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Woods

Spiritual Connotation: Focused

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:2 NLT

For I decided to concentrate only on Jesus Christ and his death on the cross.

COYLE, Coyel

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Courageous Leader

Spiritual Connotation: God’s Warrior

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:12 NKJV

Fight the good fight of faith, lay hold on eternal life, to which you were also called.

COZBI, Cosbey, Cosbie, Cosby, Coz, Cozbee, Cozbie, Cozby

Language/Cultural Origin: Canaanite

Inherent Meaning: Deceiver

Spiritual Connotation: Loving

Scripture: 1 John 4:7 NKJV

Beloved, let us love one another, for love is of God; and everyone who loves is born of God and knows God.

CRAIG, Cregg, Crieg, Kraig

Language/Cultural Origin: Scottish

Inherent Meaning: From the Steep Rock

Spiritual Connotation: Enduring Spirit

Scripture: Matthew 7:24 NKJV

Therefore whoever hears these sayings of Mine, and does them, I will liken him to a wise man who built his house on the rock.

CRANDELL, Crandall

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Valley

Spiritual Connotation: Freedom

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:17 NKJV

Now the Lord is the Spirit; and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty.

CREED, Creedon

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Belief

Spiritual Connotation: Power in Faith

Scripture: Matthew 8:10 NRSV

Truly I tell you, in no one in Israel have I found such faith.

CREIGHTON, Cray, Crayton

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Rocky Place

Spiritual Connotation: Humble Spirit

Scripture: 3 John 2 NKJV

Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in health, just as your soul prospers.

CROSBY, Crosbie

Language/Cultural Origin: Scandinavian

Inherent Meaning: Shrine of the Cross

Spiritual Connotation: Reminder of Christ

Scripture: Luke 23:33 NASB

And when they came to the place called The Skull, there they crucified Him and the criminals, one on the right and the other on the left.

CRUZ, Kruz

Language/Cultural Origin: Portuguese

Inherent Meaning: Cross

Spiritual Connotation: Symbol

Scripture: Philippians 2:8 NKJV

And being found in appearance as a man, He humbled Himself and became obedient to the point of death, even the death of the cross.

CRYSTAL, Christal, Christalin, Christall, Christalyn, Christel, Chrystal, Chrystel, Cristal, Cristel, Cristelle, Crystalee, Crystall, Crystallin, Crystallynn, Crystel, Crystilin, Crystol, Crystyl (see also Krystal)

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Sparkling

Spiritual Connotation: Pure

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:12 NCV

Do not let anyone treat you as if you are unimportant because you are young. Instead, be an example to the believers with . . . your pure life.

CULLEN, Cullan, Cullin, Cully

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Pleasing to Look Upon

Spiritual Connotation: Loving

Scripture: Romans 13:10 NKJV

Love does no harm to a neighbor; therefore love is the fulfillment of the law.

CURRAN, Curan

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Hero

Spiritual Connotation: Example

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:1 NKJV

Imitate me, just as I also imitate Christ.

CURTIS, Curt, Curtiss, Kurtis, Kurtiss (see also Kurt)

Language/Cultural Origin: Old French

Inherent Meaning: Courteous

Spiritual Connotation: Just and Honorable

Scripture: Zechariah 7:9 NKJV

Thus says the LORD of hosts: “Execute true justice, show mercy and compassion everyone to his brother.”

CUSH, Kush

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Black

Spiritual Connotation: Forgiven

Scripture: 1 John 3:3 NCV

Christ is pure, and all who have this hope in Christ keep themselves pure like Christ.

CYBIL, see Sybil

CYNTHIA, Cindee, Cindi, Cindie, Cindy, Cydna, Cynda, Cyndee, Cyndi, Cyndie, Cyndy

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Moon

Spiritual Connotation: Celestial Light

Scripture: Psalm 27:1 NKJV

The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The LORD is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?

CYRIL, Cyrill, Cyrille

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Lordly

Spiritual Connotation: Great SpiritualPotential

Scripture: Malachi 3:10 NKJV

I will . . . open for you the windows of heaven and pour out for you such blessing that there will not be room enough to receive it.

CYRUS, Cy, Cyris

Language/Cultural Origin: Persian

Inherent Meaning: Sun

Spiritual Connotation: SpiritualEnlightenment

Scripture: Ephesians 1:18 NASB

I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened, so that you may know . . . what are the riches of the glory of His inheritance in the saints.

CZARINA, Czareena, Czariana, Czarianna (see also Zorina)

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian

Inherent Meaning: Empress

Spiritual Connotation: Regal

Scripture: Psalm 45:9 NKJV

Kings’ daughters are among Your honorable women; at Your right hand stands the queen in gold.

D

DACEY, Dacee, Daci, Dacie, Dacy, Daicee, Daycee, Daycie

Language/Cultural Origin: Gaelic

Inherent Meaning: Southerner

Spiritual Connotation: Friend of Christ

Scripture: Hebrews 2:7 NKJV

You have made him a little lower than the angels; you have crowned him with glory and honor, and set him over the works of Your hands.

DACIA, Dacya

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Southerner

Spiritual Connotation: Divine Perspective

Scripture: Isaiah 65:17 NKJV

For behold, I create new heavens and a new earth; and the former shall not be remembered or come to mind.

DACIAN, Dacien

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Southerner

Spiritual Connotation: Divine Perspective

Scripture: Isaiah 55:8 NKJV

“For My thoughts are not your thoughts, nor are your ways My ways,” says the LORD .

DAGAN, Dagon

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Grain

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 7:19 NKJV

Wisdom strengthens the wise more than ten rulers of the city.

DAGANA, Dagania, Daganna

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Grain

Spiritual Connotation: Chosen

Scripture: Deuteronomy 33:28 NKJV

Then Israel shall dwell in safety, the fountain of Jacob alone, in a land of grain and new wine; His heavens shall also drop dew.

DAGMAR

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Glorious Day

Spiritual Connotation: Redeemed

Scripture: Romans 8:2 NKJV

For the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus has made me free from the law of sin and death.

DAHLIA, Dahliana, Dahlianna (see also Daliah)

Language/Cultural Origin: Scandinavian

Inherent Meaning: From the Valley

Spiritual Connotation: Example

Scripture: Job 21:33 NKJV

The clods of the valley shall be sweet to him; everyone shall follow him, as countless have gone before him.

DAISY, Daisee

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Vision of the Day

Spiritual Connotation: Cleansed

Scripture: Ephesians 1:4 NKJV

He chose us in Him before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and without blame before Him in love.

DAJUAN, Dawan, Dawon, Dejuan, Dewaun, Dijuan, D’Juan, Dujuan

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: God Is Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Promise

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 30:9 NKJV

For if you return to the LORD, your brethren and your children will . . . come back to this land; for the LORD your God is gracious and merciful.

DAKOTA, Dakotah

Language/Cultural Origin: Sioux

Inherent Meaning: Friend

Spiritual Connotation: Sincere

Scripture: Proverbs 22:11 NCV

Whoever loves pure thoughts and kind words will have even the king as a friend.

DALE, Dayle

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Valley

Spiritual Connotation: Peaceful

Scripture: Psalm 85:11 NKJV

Truth shall spring out of the earth, and righteousness shall look down from heaven.

DALIAH, Dalia, Daliyah (see also Dahlia)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Branch

Spiritual Connotation: Destined

Scripture: Isaiah 4:2 NKJV

In that day the Branch of the LORD shall be beautiful and glorious; and the fruit of the earth shall be excellent and appealing.

DALLAN, Daelan, Daelen, Daelin, Dalian, Daylan, Daylen, Daylin

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Dale

Spiritual Connotation: Secure

Scripture: Joel 2:21 NASB

Do not fear, O land, rejoice and be glad, for the LORD has done great things.

DALLAS, Dallis, Dallys

Language/Cultural Origin: Scottish

Inherent Meaning: Gentle

Spiritual Connotation: Efficient

Scripture: Deuteronomy 15:10 NKJV

You shall surely give to him, and your heart should not be grieved . . . because for this thing the LORD your God will bless you.

DALTON, Dalten

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Valley Town

Spiritual Connotation: Filled With Peace

Scripture: Luke 6:45 NKJV

A good man out of the good treasure of his heart brings forth good.

DALY, Daley

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Assembly

Spiritual Connotation: Bringer of Light

Scripture: Isaiah 52:7 NKJV

How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of him who brings good news . . . Who says to Zion, Your God reigns!

DAMARA, Damarrah

Language/Cultural Origin: Czech

Inherent Meaning: Glory of the Day

Spiritual Connotation: Promised Result

Scripture: Isaiah 29:18 NKJV

In that day the deaf shall hear the words of the book, and the eyes of the blind shall see out of obscurity and out of darkness.

DAMARIS, Damarius, Damarys, Demaras, Demaris, Demarius

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Gentle

Spiritual Connotation: Forgiving

Scripture: Hosea 11:4 NRSV

I led them with cords of human kindness, with bands of love. I was to them like those who lift infants to their cheeks. I bent down to them and fed them.

DAMIAN, Daemien, Daimyan, Dameion, Dameon, Damián, Damien, Damion, Daymian

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian

Inherent Meaning: Soother

Spiritual Connotation: One Who Restores

Scripture: Isaiah 40:1 NKJV

Comfort, yes, comfort My people! Says your God.

DAMIANA, Damianna

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Soother

Spiritual Connotation: Healer

Scripture: Jeremiah 31:13 NRSV

Then shall the young women rejoice in the dance, and the young men and the old shall be merry. I will turn their mourning into joy.

DAMICA, Damika, Damikah, Demeeka, Demica, Demicah

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Friendly

Spiritual Connotation: Seeker of Truth

Scripture: Psalm 25:14 RSV

The friendship of the LORD is for those who fear him, and he makes known to them his covenant.

DAMITA, Dametia, Dametra

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: Noble Lady

Spiritual Connotation: Gracious Spirit

Scripture: Psalm 97:11 NKJV

Light is sown for the righteous, and gladness for the upright in heart.

DAMON, Daemon, Daman, Damen, Damonn, Daymon

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Loyal

Spiritual Connotation: Walks With God

Scripture: Zechariah 8:16 NKJV

These are the things you shall do: speak each man the truth to his neighbor; give judgment in your gates for truth, justice, and peace.

DANA, Daina, Danah, Dayna, Daynah

Language/Cultural Origin: Scandinavian

Inherent Meaning: Bright as Day

Spiritual Connotation: Obedient

Scripture: Deuteronomy 16:20 NASB

Justice, and only justice, you shall pursue, that you may live and possess the land which the LORD your God is giving you.

DANAE, Danaë, Danay, Dannae (see also Denae)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: God Is My Judge

Spiritual Connotation: Just

Scripture: 1 Kings 10:9 NKJV

Blessed be the LORD your God, who delighted in you, setting you on the throne of Israel!

DANE, Daine, Dayne, Dhane

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Trickling Stream

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Psalm 104:10 NKJV

He sends the springs into the valleys, they flow among the hills.

DANELLE, Danel, Danele, Danell, Dannell (see also Danielle)

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: God Is My Judge

Spiritual Connotation: Discerning

Scripture: Psalm 36:6 NCV

Your goodness is as high as the mountains. Your justice is as deep as the great ocean. LORD, you protect both people and animals.

DANETTE, Danett

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: God Is My Judge

Spiritual Connotation: Perceptive

Scripture: Psalm 45:6 TLB

Your throne, O God, endures forever. Justice is your royal scepter.

DANIA, Danee, Dani, Daniah, Danie, Danni, Danya

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Is My Judge

Spiritual Connotation: Intuitive

Scripture: Psalm 146:7 NCV

He does what is fair for those who have been wronged. He gives food to the hungry. The LORD sets the prisoners free.

DANICA, Daneeka, Danika, Dannika

Language/Cultural Origin: Slavic

Inherent Meaning: Morning Star

Spiritual Connotation: Attentive

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:19 NRSV

You will do well to be attentive to this as to a lamp shining in a dark place, until the day dawns and the morning star rises in your hearts.

DANIEL, Dan, Dániel, Daniël, Daniyel, Danny, Donyel, Donyell

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Is My Judge

Spiritual Connotation: Discerning

Scripture: Psalm 119:142 NKJV

Your righteousness is an everlasting righteousness, and Your law is truth.

DANIELLE, Danialle, Daniela, Daniele, Daniell, Daniella, Dannielle, Danyel, Danyele, Danyelle (see also Danelle)

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: God Is My Judge

Spiritual Connotation: Perceptive

Scripture: Psalm 119:112 NKJV

I have inclined my heart to perform Your statutes forever, to the very end.

DANNON, Danaan, Danen, Danon

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: God Is My Judge

Spiritual Connotation: Preserved

Scripture: Numbers 6:24 NKJV

The LORD bless you and keep you; the LORD make His face shine upon you, and be gracious to you.

DANTE, Danté, Dauntay, Dauntaye, Daunte (see also Deon, Dontae)

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Enduring

Spiritual Connotation: Loving

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:7 RSV

Love bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things.

DANYA, Danyah, Donya (see also Dawn, Donna)

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian

Inherent Meaning: God Is My Judge

Spiritual Connotation: Vindicated

Scripture: Hebrews 13:10 TLB

We have an altar—the cross where Christ was sacrificed—where those who continue to seek salvation by obeying Jewish laws can never be helped.

DAPHNE, Daphaney, Daphanie, Daphany, Daphnee, Daphney

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Laurel Tree

Spiritual Connotation: Victorious

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:12 NKJV

I have given you a wise and understanding heart, so that there has not been anyone like you before you, nor shall any like you arise after you.

DARA, Darah, Darra, Darrah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Compassionate

Spiritual Connotation: Bearer of Mercy

Scripture: Matthew 25:40 NKJV

Assuredly, I say to you, inasmuch as you did it to one of the least of these My brethren, you did it to Me.

DARBY, Darbey, Darbi, Darbie

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Freedom

Spiritual Connotation: Free Spirit

Scripture: Romans 8:21 NLT

All creation anticipates the day when it will join God’s children in glorious freedom from death and decay.

DARCY, Darcee, Darcey, Darcie, Darsey, Darsie

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Fortress

Spiritual Connotation: Established inStrength

Scripture: Psalm 25:10 NKJV

All the paths of the LORD are mercy and truth, to such as keep His covenant and His testimonies.

DARIA, Darria, Darya

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Wealthy

Spiritual Connotation: Gracious

Scripture: Psalm 9:1 NKJV

I will praise You, O LORD, with my whole heart; I will tell of all Your marvelous works.

DARIELLE, Dariel, Darriel, Darrielle

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Little Darling

Spiritual Connotation: Cherished

Scripture: Psalm 108:6 TLB

Hear the cry of your beloved child— come with mighty power and rescue me.

DARIUS, Darian, Dariann, Darias, Darien, Darion, Dárion

Language/Cultural Origin: Persian

Inherent Meaning: Prosperous

Spiritual Connotation: Preserved

Scripture: Isaiah 42:6 NKJV

I, the LORD, have called you in righteousness, and will hold your hand; I will keep you.

DARLENE, Darla, Darleen, Darling

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Darling

Spiritual Connotation: Beloved

Scripture: Proverbs 4:23 NKJV

Keep your heart with all diligence, for out of it spring the issues of life.

DARNELLE, Darnall, Darnell

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Magnificent

Spiritual Connotation: Loving

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:8 NRSV

Above all, maintain constant love for one another, for love covers a multitude of sins.

DARON, Darron, Daryn, Darynn, Darynne, Derrion, Derron, Diron (see also Darius, Darren, Deron)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Rocky Hill

Spiritual Connotation: Obedient

Scripture: 1 John 2:28 NKJV

And now, little children, abide in Him, that when He appears, we may have confidence and not be ashamed before Him at His coming.

DARRELL, Darelle, Daril, Darral, Darrel, Darril, Darryl, Darryll, Daryl, Derell, Derrel, Derril

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Beloved

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Psalm 18:32 NKJV

It is God who arms me with strength, and makes my way perfect.

DARREN, Daran, Daren, Darin, Darran, Darrian, Darrien, Darrin, Deren, Derran, Derren, Derrin (see also Daron, Darius, Deron)

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Great

Spiritual Connotation: Esteemed

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:8 NKJV

And God is ab le to make all grace abound toward you, that you . . . may have an abundance for every good work.

DARWIN, Darwyn

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Beloved

Spiritual Connotation: Treasured

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7 NIV

But we have this treasure in jars of clay to show that this all-surpassing power is from God and not from us.

DASAN, Dassan

Language/Cultural Origin: Pomo

Inherent Meaning: Leader

Spiritual Connotation: Chosen

Scripture: Jeremiah 30:21 NASB

Their leader shall be one of them, and their ruler shall come forth from their midst.

DASHA, Dashah, Dasya

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian

Inherent Meaning: Divine Display

Spiritual Connotation: Miracle

Scripture: Joel 2:30 NLT

I will cause wonders in the heavens and on the earth—blood and fire and pillars of smoke.

DASHAWNA, Deshandra, Deshaundra, Deshawna, Deshawnda, Deshonda, Deshonna

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: God Is Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Pardoned

Scripture: Isaiah 63:9 NLT

In all their suffering he also suffered, and he personally rescued them. In his love and mercy he redeemed them.

DATHAN, Dathon, Daythan, Daython

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Belonging to the Law

Spiritual Connotation: Redeemed

Scripture: Ephesians 2:5 NCV

Though we were spiritually dead because of the things we did against God, he gave us new life with Christ. You have been saved by God’s grace.

DATIA, Datiah, Datiya, Datya

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Faith in God

Spiritual Connotation: Strength

Scripture: Matthew 9:22 RSV

Take heart, daughter; your faith has made you well.

DAVID, Dave, Daved, Daveed, Davey, Davíde, Davy, Dayvid

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Beloved

Spiritual Connotation: Lover of All

Scripture: 1 John 4:16 NKJV

And we have known and believed the love that God has for us. God is love, and he who abides in love abides in God, and God in him.

DAVIN, Daevin, Daevon, Davohn, Davon, Davonn, Davontay, Davonte, Dayvin (see also Devin)

Language/Cultural Origin: Scandinavian

Inherent Meaning: Brilliant

Spiritual Connotation: Heavenly Light

Scripture: Psalm 148:3 NRSV

Praise him, sun and moon; praise him, all you shining stars!

DAVINA, Dava, Daveena, Davi, Daviana, Davine, Davinia, Davria, Devona, Devonda, Devonna, Devina

Language/Cultural Origin: Scottish

Inherent Meaning: Beloved

Spiritual Connotation: Enlightened

Scripture: Zechariah 4:6 NKJV

Not by might nor by power, but by My Spirit, says the LORD of hosts.

DAVIS, Davidson, Davies, Davison

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Honorable

Spiritual Connotation: Loving

Scripture: 1 John 4:8 NKJV

He who does not love does not know God, for God is love.

DAWN, Dawana, Dawna, Dawne, Dawnn, Dawnna, Dawnya (see also Danya, Donna)

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Beginning Anew

Spiritual Connotation: Joy and Praise

Scripture: Psalm 113:2-3 NKJV

Blessed be the name of the LORD from this time forth and forevermore! From the rising of the sun to its going down the Lord’s name is to be praised.

DAWSON, Dawsen

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Son of the Beloved

Spiritual Connotation: Victorious

Scripture: Psalm 60:5 RSV

That thy beloved may be delivered, give victory by thy right hand and answer us!

DAYA, Daeya, Daia

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Bird

Spiritual Connotation: Secure

Scripture: Psalm 84:3 RSV

Even the sparrow finds a home, and the swallow a nest for herself, where she may lay her young, at thy altars, O LORD of hosts, my King and my God.

DAYANA, Dayahna

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Divine

Spiritual Connotation: Warrior

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:4 NCV

We fight with weapons that are different from those the world uses. Our weapons have power from God that can destroy the enemy’s strong places.

DEACON, Deke, Diakonos

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: One Who Serves

Spiritual Connotation: Honored

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:8 NLT

In the same way, deacons must be people who are respected and have integrity. They must not be heavy drinkers and must not be greedy for money.

DEAN, Deane, Dene

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Valley

Spiritual Connotation: Prosperous

Scripture: Matthew 12:35 NKJV

A good man out of the good treasure of his heart brings forth good things.

DEANDRA, Deandrá, Deandrea, Deandria, Deanndra, Diandre

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Courageous

Spiritual Connotation: Heir

Scripture: Deuteronomy 31:7 NASB

Be strong and courageous, for you shall go with this people into the land which the LORD has sworn to their fathers to give them.

DEANDRE, D’Andre, Dandrae, Dandray, Dandré, De Andre, Deandré, Deaundre, Deondré

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Courageous

Spiritual Connotation: Submissive

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 19:13 NRSV

Be strong, and let us be courageous for our people and for the cities of our God.

DEANNA, Deana, Deann, Déanne, Deeann, Deeanna

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Divine

Spiritual Connotation: Brightness of theDawn

Scripture: Psalm 143:8 NKJV

Cause me to hear Your lovingkindness in the morning, for in You do I trust.

DEBORAH, Deb, Debb, Debbi, Debbie, Debbora, Debborah, Debby, Debi, Debora, Deborrah, Debra

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Honey Bee

Spiritual Connotation: New Era ofLeadership

Scripture: Isaiah 65:17 NKJV

For behold, I create new heavens and a new earth; and the former shall not be remembered or come to mind.

DEE, Dede, Deedee

Language/Cultural Origin: Welsh

Inherent Meaning: Dark

Spiritual Connotation: Loving

Scripture: 2 John 1:6 NRSV

And this is love, that we walk according to his commandments.

DEENA, see Dena

DEIRDRE, Dedra, Deedra, Deidra, Deidre, Dierdra, Dierdre, Diérdre

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Wanderer

Spiritual Connotation: Seeker of Righteousnessand Truth

Scripture: Psalm 119:35 NKJV

Make me walk in the path of Your commandments, for I delight in it.

DEITRA, Deetra, Detria

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Abundant

Spiritual Connotation: Refreshed

Scripture: Psalm 68:9 TLB

You sent abundant rain upon your land, O God, to refresh it in its weariness!

DEJA, Daija, Daja, Déja

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Before

Spiritual Connotation: Compassionate

Scripture: Romans 12:15 NKJV

Rejoice with those who rejoice, and weep with those who weep.

DEJUAN, see Dajuan

DELAIAH, Dalaiah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Is the Deliverer

Spiritual Connotation: Redeemed

Scripture: Romans 11:26 NKJV

The Deliverer will come out of Zion.

DELANA, Dalanna, Dalayna, Dalena, Dalina, Delaina, Delena, Delina

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Noble Protector

Spiritual Connotation: Example

Scripture: Psalm 71:7 NLT

My life is an example to many, because you have been my strength and protection.

DELANO, Dellano

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Nut Tree

Spiritual Connotation: Anchored

Scripture: Psalm 1:3 RSV

He is like a tree planted by streams of water, that yields its fruit in its season, and its leaf does not wither. In all that he does, he prospers.

DELANY, Dalaney, Delainey, Delanny, Delaynie, Dellaney

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Of the Champion

Spiritual Connotation: Victorious

Scripture: Psalm 98:2 NIV

The LORD has made his salvation known and revealed his righteousness to the nations.

DELIA, Dehlia, Deleah, Dellia, Delya

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Visible

Spiritual Connotation: Divine Reflection

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:12 TLB

We can see and understand only a little about God now, as if we were peering at his reflection in a poor mirror; but someday we are going to see him . . . face to face.

DELICIA, Deleesha, Delisha, Delysia

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Delightful

Spiritual Connotation: Joyous Spirit

Scripture: Psalm 16:11 NKJV

You will show me the path of life; in Your presence is fullness of joy; At Your right hand are pleasures forevermore.

DELLA, Dellie

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Noble Maiden

Spiritual Connotation: Excellent Virtue

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:13 NKJV

And now abide faith, hope, love, these three; but the greatest of these is love.

DELMAR, Dalmar

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: By the Sea

Spiritual Connotation: Filled With Praise

Scripture: Psalm 69:34 NRSV

Let heaven and earth praise him, the seas and everything that moves in them.

DELORES, Deloria, Deloris, Dolores

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: Sorrowful

Spiritual Connotation: Compassionate

Scripture: Psalm 121:1 NKJV

I will lift up my eyes to the hills; from whence comes my help?

DELSIE, Delcee, Delcie, Delsee

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Oath of God

Spiritual Connotation: Promise

Scripture: Genesis 17:4 NRSV

As for me, this is my covenant with you: you shall be the ancestor of a multitude of nations.

DELTA, Deltra

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Door

Spiritual Connotation: Seeker of Truth

Scripture: Revelation 3:20 NKJV

Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears My voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and dine with him, and he with Me.

DEMAS, Deemas, Deimas

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Ruler of People

Spiritual Connotation: Powerful

Scripture: Psalm 105:21 NKJV

He made him lord of his house, and ruler of all his possessions.

DEMETRIA, Demetra, Demitra

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Plentiful

Spiritual Connotation: Fruitful

Scripture: John 10:10 NKJV

I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly.

DEMETRIUS, Demetreus, Demetrias, Demetric, Demetrik, Demitrias, Dimitrios, Dimitrius, Dmetrius (see also Dimitri)

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Lover of the Earth

Spiritual Connotation: Fruitful Increase

Scripture: Luke 11:10 NKJV

For everyone who asks receives, and he who seeks finds, and to him who knocks it will be opened.

DEMI, Demee, Demiah

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Half

Spiritual Connotation: Dependent

Scripture: Zechariah 4:6 NASB

Not by might nor by power, but by My Spirit, says the LORD of hosts.

DEMPSEY, Dempsie

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Proud

Spiritual Connotation: Honorable

Scripture: Galatians 5:1 NKJV

Stand fast therefore in the liberty by which Christ has made us free, and do not be entangled again with a yoke of bondage.

DENA, Deena

Language/Cultural Origin: Native American

Inherent Meaning: From the Valley

Spiritual Connotation: Peaceful

Scripture: John 16:33 NASB

These things I have spoken to you, so that in Me you may have peace. In the world you have tribulation, but take courage; I have overcome the world.

DENAE, Denaé, Denay, Deneé (see also Danae)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Vindicated

Spiritual Connotation: Example

Scripture: Ezekiel 39:27 RSV

Through them I have vindicated my holiness in the sight of many nations.

DENHAM, Denhem

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Valley Village

Spiritual Connotation: One of Integrity

Scripture: Acts 24:16 NRSV

Therefore I do my best always to have a clear conscience toward God and all people.

DENISE, Danice, Deni, Dení, Denice, Deniece, Dennise

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Favored

Spiritual Connotation: Reborn

Scripture: Isaiah 65:17 NKJV

For behold, I create new heavens and a new earth; and the former shall not be remembered or come to mind.

DENNIS, Dénes, Denis, Dennes, Denny

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Happy

Spiritual Connotation: Effective

Scripture: Isaiah 55:11 NKJV

So shall My word be that goes forth from My mouth; it shall not return to Me void.

DENTON, Dentin

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From a Happy Home

Spiritual Connotation: Trusting Spirit

Scripture: Romans 8:28 KJV

And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.

DENZEL, Danzel, Danzell, Dennzel, Denzell, Denzil

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From Cornwall, England

Spiritual Connotation: Forgiven

Scripture: 1 John 3:20 NKJV

For if our heart condemns us, God is greater than our heart, and knows all things.

DEON, Deion, Deone, Deontée, Deontre, Dion, Diontae, Dionte (see also Dante, Dontae)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Joyful

Spiritual Connotation: Praise

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:18 NASB

Yet I will exult in the LORD, I will rejoice in the God of my salvation.

DEREK, Darek, Darik, Darrick, Darrik, Dereck, Derikk, Derreck, Derrek, Derric, Derrick, Derrik

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Ruler

Spiritual Connotation: Gifted

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:26 NKJV

For God gives wisdom and knowledge and joy to a man who is good in His sight.

DERIKA, Dereka, Derica, Dericka, Derrica, Derrika

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Ruler of the People

Spiritual Connotation: Generous

Scripture: Luke 11:13 TLB

Don’t you realize that your heavenly Father will . . . give the Holy Spirit to those who ask for him?

DERON, De-Ron, Deronne, Derronn, Diron, Durron (see also Darius, Daron, Darren)

Language/Cultural Origin: Welsh

Inherent Meaning: Freedom

Spiritual Connotation: Spirit-Filled

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:17 NKJV

Now the Lord is the Spirit; and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty.

DESHAWNA, see Dashawna

DESHAY, Deshae, Deshea

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Courteous

Spiritual Connotation: Kind

Scripture: Psalm 57:10 TLB

Your kindness and love are as vast as the heavens. Your faithfulness is higher than the skies.

DESI, Dési, Dezi

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Longed-For

Spiritual Connotation: Faithful

Scripture: Philippians 4:1 NRSV

Therefore, my brothers and sisters, whom I love and long for, my joy and crown, stand firm in the Lord in this way, my beloved.

DESIREE, Desarae, Desaray, Desaré, Deserae, Deseray, Desirae, Desiray, Desirée, Désirée, Dezirae, Dezirée

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Desired

Spiritual Connotation: Likeness of God

Scripture: Isaiah 55:12 NKJV

The mountains and the hills shall break forth into singing before you, and all the trees of the field shall clap their hands.

DESMOND, Des, Desmon, Desmund, Dezmond

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Youthful

Spiritual Connotation: Refreshing

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:17 NKJV

God shall judge the righteous and the wicked, for there is a time there for every purpose and for every work.

DESTIN, Deston, Destry

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Fate

Spiritual Connotation: Confirmed

Scripture: Isaiah 11:10 NLT

The nations will rally to him, for the land where he lives will be a glorious place.

DESTINY, Destanee, Destanie, Destany, Destinee, Destinée, Destiney, Destinie

Language/Cultural Origin: Old French

Inherent Meaning: Fate

Spiritual Connotation: Fulfilled

Scripture: Psalm 132:14 NASB

This is My resting place forever; here I will dwell, for I have desired it.

DEVA, see Diva

DEVANY, Devaney, Devoney, Devony

Language/Cultural Origin: Gaelic

Inherent Meaning: Dark-Haired

Spiritual Connotation: Sacrifice

Scripture: Romans 12:1 NRSV

I appeal to you therefore, brothers and sisters . . . to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God.

DEVIN, Devan, Deven, Devine, Devyn

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Poet

Spiritual Connotation: Seeker of Wisdom

Scripture: Hebrews 13:16 NKJV

But do not forget to do good and to share, for with such sacrifices God is well pleased.

DEVON, Devonlee, Devonleigh, Devonn, Devonne (see also Davon)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From Devonshire

Spiritual Connotation: Obedient

Scripture: Exodus 19:5 NKJV

Now therefore, if you will indeed obey My voice and keep My covenant, then you shall be a special treasure to Me above all people.

DEWEY, Dewie

Language/Cultural Origin: Welsh

Inherent Meaning: Prized

Spiritual Connotation: Prosperous

Scripture: 3 John 1:2 NLT

Dear friend, I am praying that all is well with you and that your body is as healthy as I know your soul is.

DEXTER, Dextor

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Skilled in Workmanship

Spiritual Connotation: Industrious

Scripture: Exodus 31:3 NLT

I have filled him with the Spirit of God, giving him great wisdom, intelligence, and skill in all kinds of crafts.

DIAMOND, Diamonique, Diamonté

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Precious Gem

Spiritual Connotation: Carefully Guarded

Scripture: Isaiah 54:12 NCV

I will use rubies to build your walls and shining jewels for the gates and precious jewels for all your outer walls.

DIANA, Daiana, Daianna, Di, Diahann, Dianah, Diandra, Diane, Diann, Dianna, Dianne, Dyan, Dyana, Dyane, Dyann, Dyanna, Dyanne

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Divine

Spiritual Connotation: Glorious

Scripture: Psalm 40:5 NKJV

Many, O LORD my God, are Your wonderful works which You have done. . . . They are more than can be numbered.

DIBRI, Díbri

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God’s Promise

Spiritual Connotation: Reverent

Scripture: Psalm 25:14 NASB

The secret of the LORD is for those who fear Him, and He will make them know His covenant.

DICK, Dic, Dickenson, Dickie, Dik, Dikk (see also Richard)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Powerful Ruler

Spiritual Connotation: Refuge

Scripture: Isaiah 32:2 NASB

And each will be like a refuge from the wind, and a shelter from the storm, like streams of water in a dry country, like the shade of a huge rock in a parched land.

DIEGO, Diaz

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: Supplanter

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: Proverbs 9:9 NRSV

Give instruction to the wise, and they will become wiser still; teach the righteous and they will gain in learning.

DIETER, Deiter

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Army of the People

Spiritual Connotation: God’s Warrior

Scripture: Isaiah 13:3 NASB

I have commanded My consecrated ones, I have even called My mighty warriors, My proudly exulting ones, to execute My anger.

DIETRICH, Dedric, Dedrick, Detrick, Didrik, Diedrick

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Ruler of the People

Spiritual Connotation: Respected

Scripture: Hebrews 13:17 NKJV

Obey those who rule over you, and be submissive, for they watch out for your souls. . . . Let them do so with joy and not with grief.

DILBERT, Dalbert, Del, Delbert

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Bright as Day

Spiritual Connotation: Obedient

Scripture: Deuteronomy 5:33 NKJV

You shall walk in all the ways which the LORD your God has commanded you . . . that you may prolong your days in the land which you shall possess.

DILLON, Dillan, Dillen, Dillin (see also Dylan)

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Faithful

Spiritual Connotation: Steadfast in Christ

Scripture: 1 John 3:18 NKJV

My little children, let us not love in word or in tongue, but in deed and in truth.

DIMITRI, Demetri, Demitré, Dimitrie, Dmitri, Dymitri (see also Demetrius)

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian

Inherent Meaning: Immeasurable

Spiritual Connotation: Gracious

Scripture: Jonah 4:2 NLT

I knew that you were a gracious and compassionate God, slow to get angry and filled with unfailing love.

DINAH, Dina, Dyna, Dynah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Has Vindicated

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: 1 John 4:16 NKJV

God is love, and he who abides in love abides in God, and God in him.

DINO, Deeno

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Little Sword

Spiritual Connotation: Covenant

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:14 RSV

And if you will walk in my ways, keeping my statutes and my commandments . . . then I will lengthen your days.

DION, see Deon

DIONNE, Deondra, Deonna, Deonne, Dione, Dionna, Dionté, Diontée

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Divine Queen

Spiritual Connotation: Promise

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:4 NRSV

Thus he has given us . . . his precious and very great promises, so that through them you . . . may become participants of the divine nature.

DIOR, Diora, Diore, Diorra

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Golden

Spiritual Connotation: Seeker of Wisdom

Scripture: Colossians 2:3 NLT

In him lie hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge.

DIRK, Derk

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Ruler

Spiritual Connotation: Perceptive Leadership

Scripture: Psalm 91:2 NKJV

I will say of the LORD, He is my refuge and my fortress; my God, in Him I will trust.

DIVA, Deva

Language/Cultural Origin: Indo-Pakistani

Inherent Meaning: Blessed

Spiritual Connotation: Praise

Scripture: Psalm 8:1 NKJV

O LORD, our Lord, how excellent is Your name in all the earth, Who have set Your glory above the heavens!

DIVINA, Divinia

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Beloved

Spiritual Connotation: Humble

Scripture: Galatians 6:14 NKJV

But God forbid that I should boast except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, by whom the world has been crucified to me, and I to the world.

DIXIE, Dixee, Dixi, Dixy

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Tenth

Spiritual Connotation: Blessing

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:15 NKJV

For all things are for your sakes, that grace, having spread through the many, may cause thanksgiving to abound to the glory of God.

DIXON, Dickson

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Son of the Ruler

Spiritual Connotation: Youthful Courage

Scripture: Psalm 92:4 NKJV

For You, LORD, have made me glad through Your work; I will triumph in the works of Your hands.

DOLAN, Dolin, Dolyn

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Dark-Haired

Spiritual Connotation: Full of Life

Scripture: Psalm 145:10 NKJV

All Your works shall praise You, O LORD, and Your saints shall bless You.

DOLLY, Dollee, Dolli, Dollie

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Compassionate

Spiritual Connotation: Christlike

Scripture: Psalm 116:5 NASB

Gracious is the LORD, and righteous; yes, our God is compassionate.

DOLPH, Dolf

Language/Cultural Origin: Slavic

Inherent Meaning: Famous

Spiritual Connotation: Great

Scripture: Ruth 4:14 NASB

Then the women said to Naomi, “Blessed is the LORD who has not left you without a redeemer today.”

DOMINIC, Dom, Domenick, Domenico, Domingo, Dominitric

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Belonging to the Lord

Spiritual Connotation: Faithful Disciple

Scripture: John 6:39 NLT

And this is the will of God, that I should not lose even one of all those he has given me, but that I should raise them to eternal life at the last day.

DOMINIQUE, Dominica, Dominika

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Belonging to the Lord

Spiritual Connotation: Consecrated

Scripture: Isaiah 58:11 NKJV

The LORD will guide you continually, and satisfy your soul in drought, and strengthen your bones; you shall be like a watered garden.

DONALD, Don, Donn, Donnie, Donny

Language/Cultural Origin: Gaelic

Inherent Meaning: World Leader

Spiritual Connotation: Faithful

Scripture: James 2:22 NKJV

Do you see that faith was working together with his works, and by works faith was made perfect?

DONATA, Donatta

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Gift of God

Spiritual Connotation: Contemplative

Scripture: Psalm 25:5 NKJV

Lead me in Your truth and teach me, for You are the God of my salvation; on You I wait all the day.

DONATO, Donatello

Language/Cultural Origin: Italian

Inherent Meaning: Gift of God

Spiritual Connotation: Kind

Scripture: Proverbs 16:24 NKJV

Pleasant words are like a honeycomb, sweetness to the soul and health to the bones.

DONNA, Dona, Doña, Doni, Donia, Donica, Donie, Donika, Donni, Donya (see also Danya, Dawn)

Language/Cultural Origin: Italian

Inherent Meaning: Refined Lady

Spiritual Connotation: Dependent

Scripture: Matthew 4:4 NKJV

Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds from the mouth of God.

DONNELL, Donell, Donelle, Donnel, Donnelle

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Brave

Spiritual Connotation: Vigilant

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:13 NKJV

Watch, stand fast in the faith, be brave, be strong.

DONOVAN, Donavan, Donavon, Donoven, Donovon

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Dark Warrior

Spiritual Connotation: Refreshed

Scripture: Colossians 3:10 NKJV

Put on the new man who is renewed in knowledge according to the image of Him who created him.

DONTAE, Dontai, Dontay, Dontáy, Dontaye, Donté, Dontée

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Persevering

Spiritual Connotation: Steadfast

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:8 TLB

We can bear anything as long as we know that you remain strong in him.

DONYEL, see Daniel

DORA, Doralia, Doralie

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Gift of God

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: Isaiah 33:6 NKJV

Wisdom and knowledge will be the stability of your times, and the strength of salvation; the fear of the LORD is His treasure.

DORAN, Dorin, Doron, Dorran, Dorren

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God’s Gift

Spiritual Connotation: Sacrifice

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:23 NASB

And I do all things for the sake of the gospel, that I may become a fellow partaker of it.

DORCAS

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Filled With Grace

Spiritual Connotation: Heir

Scripture: Psalm 37:18 NKJV

The LORD knows the days of the upright, and their inheritance shall be forever.

DOREEN, Dorene, Dorey, Dori, Dorie, Dorri, Dorrie, Dureen

Language/Cultural Origin: Gaelic

Inherent Meaning: Acrimonious

Spiritual Connotation: Peerless

Scripture: Psalm 100:5 NKJV

For the LORD is good; His mercy is everlasting, and His truth endures to all generations.

DORIAN, Doriana, Doriann, Dorianna, Dorien, Dorion, Dorrian, Dorrien

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Gift

Spiritual Connotation: Gracious

Scripture: 1 John 3:2 NKJV

Beloved, now we are children of God . . . when He is revealed, we shall be like Him, for we shall see Him as He is.

DORIS, Dorice, Dorise, Dorris

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: From the Ocean

Spiritual Connotation: Strong

Scripture: Isaiah 33:6 NKJV

Wisdom and knowledge will be the stability of your times, and the strength of salvation; the fear of the LORD is His treasure.

DOROTHEA, Dorotheé, Dorothy, Dotti, Dottie, Dotty

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Gift of God

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Isaiah 52:7 NKJV

How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of him who brings good news . . . who says to Zion, “Your God reigns!”

DOUGLAS, Doug, Douglass

Language/Cultural Origin: Scottish

Inherent Meaning: From the Dark Stream

Spiritual Connotation: Adventurous

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:7 NKJV

But we speak the wisdom of God in a mystery, the hidden wisdom which God ordained before the ages for our glory.

DOYLE, Doyal

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Dark Stranger

Spiritual Connotation: Guided by the Spirit

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:17 NKJV

Now the Lord is the Spirit; and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty.

DRAKE, Drago

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Dragon

Spiritual Connotation: Symbol

Scripture: Psalm 104:25 NKJV

[In] this great and wide sea . . . the ships sail about; there is that Leviathan which You have made to play there.

DREW, Drewe, Dru, Drue

Language/Cultural Origin: Welsh

Inherent Meaning: Wise

Spiritual Connotation: Esteemed

Scripture: Romans 12:10 NKJV

Be kindly affectionate to one another with brotherly love, in honor giving preference to one another.

DRISANA, Drisanna

Language/Cultural Origin: Sanskrit

Inherent Meaning: Daughter of the Sun

Spiritual Connotation: Loyal

Scripture: Ruth 1:16 NLT

I will go wherever you go and live wherever you live. Your people will be my people, and your God will be my God.

DRUSILLA, Drucilla, Druscilla

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Strong

Spiritual Connotation: Strong in Spirit

Scripture: John 15:7 NKJV

If you abide in Me, and My words abide in you, you will ask what you desire, and it shall be done for you.

DRYDEN, Drieden

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Arid Valley

Spiritual Connotation: Trusting

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6 NKJV

Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths.

DUANA, Duanna

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Cheerful Song

Spiritual Connotation: Harmonious

Scripture: Psalm 92:4 NKJV

For You, LORD, have made me glad through Your work; I will triumph in the works of Your hands.

DUANE, see Dwayne

DUDLEY, Dudly

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Common Field

Spiritual Connotation: Free in Christ

Scripture: John 8:32 KJV

And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.

DUGAN, Doogan, Duggan

Language/Cultural Origin: Scottish

Inherent Meaning: Dark

Spiritual Connotation: Gifted

Scripture: Psalm 150:4 NCV

Praise him with tambourines and dancing; praise him with stringed instruments and flutes.

DULCINEA, Dulcia, Dulciana, Dulcie

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: Sweet

Spiritual Connotation: Delights in God’sGrace

Scripture: Psalm 37:5 NKJV

Commit your way to the LORD, trust also in Him, and He shall bring it to pass.

DUNCAN, Duncon

Language/Cultural Origin: Scottish

Inherent Meaning: Steadfast Warrior

Spiritual Connotation: Strong in Faith

Scripture: Romans 10:8 NKJV

The word is near you, in your mouth and in your heart.

DUNSTAN, Dunsten

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Stony Hill

Spiritual Connotation: Victorious

Scripture: John 5:26 NKJV

For as the Father has life in Himself, so He has granted the Son to have life in Himself.

DURANT, Durand, Durante, Durrant

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Enduring

Spiritual Connotation: Protected

Scripture: Psalm 34:7 NKJV

The angel of the LORD encamps all around those who fear Him, and delivers them.

DUSTIN, Dustan, Dusten, Duston, Dusty, Dustyn

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Valiant Warrior

Spiritual Connotation: Brave

Scripture: Acts 27:22 NLT

But take courage! None of you will lose your lives, even though the ship will go down.

DUSYA, Dusyanna

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian

Inherent Meaning: Hope

Spiritual Connotation: Steadfast

Scripture: Hebrews 3:6 NRSV

Christ, however, was faithful over God’s house as a son, and we are his house if we hold firm the confidence and the pride that belong to hope.

DWAYNE, DeWayne, Duaine, Duane, Dwane

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Dark

Spiritual Connotation: Transformed Heart

Scripture: Job 22:28 NKJV

You will also declare a thing, and it will be established for you; so light will shine on your ways.

DWIGHT, Dweight

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Fair

Spiritual Connotation: Diligent Leader

Scripture: Psalm 91:1 NKJV

He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty.

DYLAN, Dyllan, Dyllon, Dylon (see also Dillon)

Language/Cultural Origin: Welsh

Inherent Meaning: From the Sea

Spiritual Connotation: Resolute Courage

Scripture: Deuteronomy 20:4 NKJV

The LORD your God is He who goes with you, to fight for you against your enemies, to save you.

DYLANA, Dylanna

Language/Cultural Origin: Welsh

Inherent Meaning: From the Sea

Spiritual Connotation: Devoted

Scripture: John 21:7 NASB

And so when Simon Peter heard that it was the Lord, he put his outer garment on . . . and threw himself into the sea.

E

EAGAN, see Egan

EAN, see Ian

EARL, Earle

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Noble

Spiritual Connotation: Reflected Image

Scripture: Genesis 1:26 NKJV

Let Us make man in Our image, according to Our likeness.

EASTER, Eastre

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Spring Festival

Spiritual Connotation: Celebration

Scripture: Matthew 28:6 NASB

He is not here, for He has risen, just as He said.

EASTON, Eason

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Eastern Town

Spiritual Connotation: Christlike

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:6 NASB

Light shall shine out of darkness . . . to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Christ.

EBONY, Ebanee, Ebany, Ebonee, Eboney, Eboni, Ebonie

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Hard, Dark Wood

Spiritual Connotation: Shining

Scripture: John 8:12 NRSV

I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness but will have the light of life.

ECHO, Ecko, Ekko

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Repeated Sound

Spiritual Connotation: Constant Prayer

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:17 NASB

Pray without ceasing; in everything give thanks; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.

EDA, Edah

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Loyal

Spiritual Connotation: Faithful

Scripture: Psalm 77:14 NKJV

You are the God who does wonders; You have declared Your strength among the peoples.

EDANA, Edanna, Edena

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Ardent Flame

Spiritual Connotation: Unending Love

Scripture: Song of Songs 8:6 RSV

Set me as a seal upon your heart, as a seal upon your arm; for love is strong as death.

EDEN, Eaden, Eadin, Edin, Edyn

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Delightful

Spiritual Connotation: Pleasing

Scripture: Zephaniah 3:17 NKJV

The LORD your God in your midst, the Mighty One, will save; He will rejoice over you with gladness, He will quiet you with His love.

EDGAR, Ed

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Prosperous

Spiritual Connotation: Gifted

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:4 NKJV

There are diversities of gifts, but the same Spirit.

EDIE, Eadie, Edy, Eydie

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Wealthy

Spiritual Connotation: Obedient

Scripture: 1 Kings 2:3 TLB

Obey the laws of God and follow all his ways; keep each of his commands written in the law of Moses so that you will prosper in everything you do.

EDITH, Edythe

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Valuable Gift

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: Proverbs 3:15 RSV

She is more precious than jewels, and nothing you desire can compare with her.

EDMUND, Edmon, Edmond, Edmonde, Esmond

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Blessed Peace

Spiritual Connotation: Prosperous Protector

Scripture: John 14:27 NKJV

Peace I leave with you, My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.

EDNA, Ednah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Rejuvenated

Spiritual Connotation: Filled With Pleasure

Scripture: John 3:6 NASB

That which is born of the flesh is flesh, and that which is born of the Spirit is spirit.

EDOM

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Red Earth

Spiritual Connotation: Strong

Scripture: Genesis 36:8 NCV

So Esau lived in the mountains of Edom. (Esau is also named Edom.)

EDRIC, Eddrick, Ederick, Edrick

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Powerful With Property

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:9 RSV

The LORD your God will make you abundantly prosperous in all the work of your hand.

EDWARD, Ed, Eddie, Eddy, Eduardo, Edwardo, Edwards

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Appointed to Protect

Spiritual Connotation: Guardian ofHappiness

Scripture: John 14:13 NKJV

And whatever you ask in My name, that I will do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son.

EDWIN, Edwyn

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Prosperous Friend

Spiritual Connotation: Belonging to God

Scripture: John 17:10 NKJV

And all Mine are Yours, and Yours are Mine, and I am glorified in them.

EDWINA (Ed-ween-a)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Rich in Friendship

Spiritual Connotation: A Friend of God

Scripture: John 15:14 NIV

You are my friends if you do what I command.

EGAN, Eagan, Egann, Egen

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Ardent

Spiritual Connotation: Filled With Zeal

Scripture: Psalm 69:9 NLT

Passion for your house burns within me, so those who insult you are also insulting me.

EILEEN, Eilean, Eilene, Eilleen (see also Aileen)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Bright Light

Spiritual Connotation: Glorious

Scripture: Psalm 23:6 KJV

Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the LORD for ever.

EINAR, Ejnar

Language/Cultural Origin: Old Norse

Inherent Meaning: Individualist

Spiritual Connotation: Free

Scripture: Galatians 5:1 NASB

It was for freedom that Christ set us free; therefore keep standing firm and do not be subject again to a yoke of slavery.

EIRA, Eirah

Language/Cultural Origin: Welsh

Inherent Meaning: Snow

Spiritual Connotation: Pure

Scripture: Psalm 51:7 NLT

Purify me from my sins, and I will be clean; wash me, and I will be whiter than snow.

EIRENA, Eirana, Eiranna, Eirenna

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Peace

Spiritual Connotation: Contentment

Scripture: Psalm 119:165 NASB

Those who love Your law have great peace, and nothing causes them to stumble.

ELADAH, Eilada, Eláda, Elahdah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Adorned of God

Spiritual Connotation: Lovely

Scripture: Psalm 45:11 NCV

The king loves your beauty. Because he is your master, you should obey him.

ELAINE, Elain, Elane, Elayne, Eliane

Language/Cultural Origin: Old French

Inherent Meaning: Brilliant

Spiritual Connotation: Admirable

Scripture: Psalm 84:11 NKJV

For the LORD God is a sun and shield; the LORD will give grace and glory; no good thing will He withhold from those who walk uprightly.

ELAN, Elann

Language/Cultural Origin: Native American

Inherent Meaning: Friendly

Spiritual Connotation: Servant

Scripture: John 15:13 NKJV

Greater love has no one than this, than to lay down one’s life for his friends.

ELANA, Elaina, Elainna, Elani, Elania, Elanna

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Shining

Spiritual Connotation: Standard

Scripture: Isaiah 60:3 NCV

Nations will come to your light; kings will come to the brightness of your sunrise.

ELASAH, Elasa, Elása, Elasia, Elasya

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Has Created

Spiritual Connotation: Image of God

Scripture: Genesis 5:2 NKJV

He created them male and female, and blessed them and called them Mankind in the day they were created.

ELDEN, Eldin

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Wise Guardian

Spiritual Connotation: Good Judgment

Scripture: Hebrews 13:20 NKJV

Now may the God of peace who brought up our Lord Jesus from the dead . . . make you complete in every good work to do His will.

ELDON, Elldon

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Holy Hill

Spiritual Connotation: Enlightened

Scripture: Isaiah 30:29 NKJV

You shall have a song as in the night when a holy festival is kept, and gladness of heart.

ELDRED, Eldrid

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Elderly Counsel

Spiritual Connotation: Friend of God

Scripture: 1 John 2:13 NRSV

I am writing to you, fathers, because you know him who is from the beginning. I am writing to you, young people, because you have conquered the evil one.

ELDRIDGE, Eldredge

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Mature Counselor

Spiritual Connotation: Godly

Scripture: Romans 12:2 NKJV

And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.

ELEANOR, Eleanore, Elinor, Ellenora, Elynora

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Bright as the Sun

Spiritual Connotation: Kindhearted

Scripture: Ephesians 4:32 NKJV

And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, just as God in Christ forgave you.

ELEAZAR, Eléazar, Eliazar

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Has Helped

Spiritual Connotation: Set Apart

Scripture: Numbers 4:16 NCV

Eleazar son of Aaron, the priest, will be responsib le for the Holy Tent and for everything in it, for all the holy things.

ELECTRA, Elektra

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Brilliant

Spiritual Connotation: Eternal Hope

Scripture: Isaiah 60:19 NRSV

The sun shall no longer be your light by day . . . but the LORD will be your everlasting light, and your God will be your glory.

ELENA, Eleena, Elina, Ellena

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian

Inherent Meaning: Radiant

Spiritual Connotation: Illuminated

Scripture: Psalm 16:11 NKJV

You will show me the path of life; in Your presence is fullness of joy; at Your right hand are pleasures forevermore.

ELGIN, Elgen

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Noble

Spiritual Connotation: Responsible

Scripture: Ezra 10:4 NASB

Arise! For this matter is your responsibility, but we will be with you; be courageous and act.

ELI, Ely

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Uplifted

Spiritual Connotation: Delivered

Scripture: Psalm 50:15 NKJV

Call upon Me in the day of troub le; I will deliver you, and you shall glorify Me.

ELIAB

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Is My Father

Spiritual Connotation: God’s Child

Scripture: Exodus 3:6 NCV

I am the God of your ancestors—the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob.

ELIADA, Eliadah, Elliada, Elyada

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Knows

Spiritual Connotation: Revealed

Scripture: Luke 16:15 NKJV

You are those who justify yourselves before men, but God knows your hearts.

ELIAH, Eliyah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: The Lord Is God

Spiritual Connotation: Believer

Scripture: Deuteronomy 4:39 NCV

Know and believe today that the LORD is God. He is God in heaven above and on the earth below. There is no other god!

ELIANA, Elianna, Ellianna (see also Iliana, Liana)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Has Answered Me

Spiritual Connotation: Fulfilled Promise

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:20 NKJV

Hannah conceived and bore a son, and called his name Samuel, saying, “Because I have asked for him from the LORD .”

ELIAS, Ellis

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: God Is My Salvation

Spiritual Connotation: Mouthpiece of God

Scripture: Luke 12:11 NKJV

Do not worry about how or what you should answer, or what you should say. For the Holy Spirit will teach you in that very hour what you ought to say.

ELIJAH, Elija, Eliyahu

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: The Lord Is My God

Spiritual Connotation: Spiritual Champion

Scripture: Proverbs 3:6 KJV

In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.

ELIORA, Eliaura, Eliorra, Eliyora

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: My God Is Light

Spiritual Connotation: Beloved

Scripture: Isaiah 12:2 NRSV

Surely God is my salvation; I will trust, and will not be afraid, for the LORD GOD is my strength and my might; he has become my salvation.

ELISE, Élise, Elisse, Ellice, Ellise, Ellyce, Ellyse, Elyce, Elyse

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Oath of God

Spiritual Connotation: Dedicated

Scripture: Acts 11:23 NRSV

When he came and saw the grace of God, he rejoiced, and he exhorted them all to remain faithful to the Lord with steadfast devotion.

ELISHA, Elishah, Elishia, Elishua

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Will Save Me

Spiritual Connotation: Protected

Scripture: Psalm 62:7 TLB

My protection and success come from God alone. He is my refuge, a Rock where no enemy can reach me.

ELISSA, Elisia, Ellisa, Ellissa, Ellisia, Ellyssa, Elysa, Elyssa (see also Alisa, Elysia, Lissa)

Language/Cultural Origin: Italian

Inherent Meaning: Oath of God

Spiritual Connotation: Devoted

Scripture: Psalm 89:1 NRSV

I will sing of your steadfast love, O LORD, forever; with my mouth I will proclaim your faithfulness to all generations.

ELIZA, Aliza, Elizah

Language/Cultural Origin: Polish

Inherent Meaning: Oath of God

Spiritual Connotation: Pledged

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:2 NLT

I am jealous for you with the jealousy of God himself. For I promised you as a pure bride to one husband, Christ.

ELIZABETH, Elisabeth, Elisabethe

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Oath of God

Spiritual Connotation: Consecrated

Scripture: Romans 6:23 NKJV

But the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.

ELKANAH, Elkana

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Is Jealous

Spiritual Connotation: Pure

Scripture: Deuteronomy 5:9 NLT

You must never worship or bow down to them, for I, the LORD your God, am a jealous God who will not share your affection with any other god!

ELKE, Elki

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Nobility

Spiritual Connotation: Approved

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:4 NLT

For we speak as messengers who have been approved by God to be entrusted with the Good News.

ELLA, Ellah

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Beautiful

Spiritual Connotation: Sustained

Scripture: Psalm 91:11 KJV

For he shall give his angels charge over thee, to keep thee in all thy ways.

ELLEN, Elen, Ellan, Ellin

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Bright

Spiritual Connotation: Heir

Scripture: Matthew 4:16 NKJV

The people who sat in darkness have seen a great light, and upon those who sat in the region and shadow of death Light has dawned.

ELLERY, Elleree, Ellerey

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From Elder Tree Island

Spiritual Connotation: Creative Worker

Scripture: Psalm 31:23 NKJV

Oh, love the LORD, all you His saints! For the LORD preserves the faithful, and fully repays the proud person.

ELLIE, Elie, Elli

Language/Cultural Origin: Estonian

Inherent Meaning: Illuminated

Spiritual Connotation: Shining Light

Scripture: Luke 11:36 TLB

If you are filled with light within, with no dark corners, then your face will be radiant too, as though a floodlight is beamed upon you.

ELLIOT, Eliot, Eliott, Elliott

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: The Lord Is My God

Spiritual Connotation: Consecrated

Scripture: Isaiah 51:16 NASB

And I have put My words in your mouth, and have covered you with the shadow of My hand. . . . You are My people.

ELLIS, see Elias

ELLISON, Elison, Ellyson

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Son of the RedeemedOne

Spiritual Connotation: Near to God’s Heart

Scripture: Psalm 32:7 NASB

You are my hiding place; You preserve me from troub le; You surround me with songs of deliverance.

ELMER, Ellmer

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Famous

Spiritual Connotation: Trusting

Scripture: Psalm 36:7 NKJV

How precious is Your lovingkindness, O God! Therefore the children of men put their trust under the shadow of Your wings.

ELMO, Almo

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Vigilant

Spiritual Connotation: Secure

Scripture: John 14:1 NKJV

Let not your heart be troubled; you believe in God, believe also in Me.

ELOISE

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Wise

Spiritual Connotation: Sustained

Scripture: Psalms 121:5 NKJV

The LORD is your keeper; the LORD is your shade at your right hand.

ELROY

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Majestic

Spiritual Connotation: Noble

Scripture: Proverbs 17:24 NKJV

Wisdom is in the sight of him who has understanding, but the eyes of a fool are on the ends of the earth.

ELSA, Ellsa

Language/Cultural Origin: Swedish

Inherent Meaning: Royal

Spiritual Connotation: Honorable

Scripture: Philippians 4:8 RSV

Finally, brethren, whatever is true, . . . honorable, . . . just, whatever is pure, . . . lovely, . . . gracious, if there is any excellence, . . . [or] anything worthy of praise, think about these things.

ELSIE, Ellsey, Ellsie, Elsi, Elsy

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Noble

Spiritual Connotation: Priceless Friend

Scripture: John 15:13 NKJV

Greater love has no one than this, than to lay down one’s life for his friends.

ELSTON, Ellston

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Old Farm

Spiritual Connotation: Believer

Scripture: John 11:25 NKJV

He who believes in Me, though he may die, he shall live.

ELTON, Alten, Alton, Ellton

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Old Town

Spiritual Connotation: Steadfast

Scripture: Hebrews 4:14 NKJV

Seeing then that we have a great High Priest who has passed through the heavens, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold fast our confession.

ELVA, Elvia (see also Alva)

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Delicate

Spiritual Connotation: Enlightened

Scripture: Psalm 54:2 NKJV

Hear my prayer, O God; Give ear to the words of my mouth.

ELVIN, Elvyn (see also Alvin)

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Friend of All

Spiritual Connotation: Joyous

Scripture: Matthew 9:15 NKJV

Can the friends of the bridegroom mourn as long as the bridegroom is with them?

ELVIRA, Elvera

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: Fair

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: James 3:17 NKJV

But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, . . . [and] without partiality and without hypocrisy.

ELVIS, Elvys

Language/Cultural Origin: Old Norse

Inherent Meaning: All-Wise

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Isaiah 58:8 NKJV

Then your light shall break forth like the morning, your healing shall spring forth speedily, and your righteousness shall go before you.

ELYA, Elja, Elyah (see also Ilya)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: The Lord Is My God

Spiritual Connotation: Filled With Praise

Scripture: Exodus 15:2 RSV

The LORD is my strength and my song, and he has become my salvation; this is my God, and I will praise him, my father’s God, and I will exalt him.

ELYNN, Elinn, Elyne, Ellynn

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Clear Pool

Spiritual Connotation: Cleansed

Scripture: Hebrews 10:22 NCV

We have been made free from a guilty conscience, and our bodies have been washed with pure water.

ELYSIA (see also Alisa, Elissa, Lissa)

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Sweetly Blissful

Spiritual Connotation: Strong Faith

Scripture: Matthew 17:20 NKJV

If you have faith as a mustard seed, you will say to this mountain, Move from here to there, and it will move; and nothing will be impossible for you.

EMANUEL, Emanual, Emanuell, Emmanuel, Immanuel

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God With Us

Spiritual Connotation: Gift of God

Scripture: John 3:16 NKJV

For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.

EMANUELA, Emmanuella, Emmanuelle, Imanuela

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God With Us

Spiritual Connotation: Gift of God

Scripture: Isaiah 7:14 NKJV

Therefore the Lord Himself will give you a sign: Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a Son, and shall call His name Immanuel.

EMBER, Embur (see also Amber)

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Ashes

Spiritual Connotation: Confirmed Faith

Scripture: Acts 10:40 NASB

God raised Him up on the third day, and granted that He should become visible.

EMELIA, Amilia, Emalia, Emilia (see also Amelia, Emily)

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Industrious

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Zephaniah 3:17 NKJV

The LORD your God in your midst, the Mighty One, will save; He will rejoice over you with gladness.

EMERALD, Emeralde

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Green Gem

Spiritual Connotation: Breathtaking

Scripture: Revelation 4:3 NCV

The One who sat on the throne looked like precious stones. . . . All around the throne was a rainbow the color of an emerald.

EMERSON, Emmerson

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Son of the Leader

Spiritual Connotation: Victorious

Scripture: Psalm 20:5 RSV

May we shout for joy over your victory, and in the name of our God set up our banners! May the LORD fulfil all your petitions!

EMERY, Emeri, Emmery, Emmory, Emory (see also Amery, Emre)

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Industrious Leader

Spiritual Connotation: Authority Under God

Scripture: Proverbs 29:2 NKJV

When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice.

EMIL, Emill

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Industrious

Spiritual Connotation: Diligent Seeker

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:12 NKJV

Then you will call upon Me and go and pray to Me, and I will listen to you. And you will seek Me and find Me, when you search for Me with all your heart.

EMILIAN, Emille, Emillé, Emils

Language/Cultural Origin: Polish

Inherent Meaning: Eager

Spiritual Connotation: Purified

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 7:11 NRSV

For see what earnestness this godly grief has produced in you. . . . At every point you have proved yourselves guiltless in the matter.

EMILIANNA, Emiliana, Emiliann, Emilianne, Emilyann, Emilyanne

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Thoughtful

Scripture: Ruth 3:10 NKJV

Blessed are you of the LORD, my daughter! For you have shown more kindness at the end than at the beginning.

EMILIO, Emillio

Language/Cultural Origin: Italian

Inherent Meaning: Glorifier

Spiritual Connotation: Obedient

Scripture: Isaiah 26:8 NLT

LORD, we love to obey your laws; our heart’s desire is to glorify your name.

EMILY, Emalee, Emelie, Emile, Emilee, Emiley, Emilie, Emillie, Emilly, Emmélie, Emylee (see also Amelia, Emelia)

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Industrious

Spiritual Connotation: Diligent Worker

Scripture: Matthew 5:16 NKJV

Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven.

EMMA, Ema

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: All-Embracing

Spiritual Connotation: Absolute Faith

Scripture: Mark 11:24 NKJV

Therefore I say to you, whatever things you ask when you pray, believe that you receive them, and you will have them.

EMMET, Emitt, Emmett, Emmit, Emmitt, Emmot, Emmott

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Earnest

Spiritual Connotation: Genuine Devotion

Scripture: Philippians 4:4 NKJV

Rejoice in the Lord always. Again I will say, rejoice!

EMMY, Emee, Emi, Emmi, Emmie

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Striving

Spiritual Connotation: Attentive

Scripture: Hebrews 2:1 NRSV

Therefore we must pay greater attention to what we have heard, so that we do not drift away from it.

EMRE, Emra, Emrah, Emree (see also Amery, Emery)

Language/Cultural Origin: Turkish

Inherent Meaning: Brother

Spiritual Connotation: God’s Servant

Scripture: Mark 3:35 NKJV

For whoever does the will of God is My brother and My sister and mother.

ENID, Ennid

Language/Cultural Origin: Welsh

Inherent Meaning: Soul of Life

Spiritual Connotation: Obedient

Scripture: Hebrews 5:9 NASB

And having been made perfect, He became to all those who obey Him the source of eternal salvation.

ENNIS, Enis (see also Innes)

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Chosen

Spiritual Connotation: Enduring

Scripture: Psalm 51:12 NRSV

Restore to me the joy of your salvation, and sustain in me a willing spirit.

ENOCH, Enoc, Enock

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Consecrated

Spiritual Connotation: Dedicated to God

Scripture: Exodus 32:29 NKJV

Consecrate yourselves today to the LORD, that He may bestow on you a blessing this day, for every man has opposed his son and his brother.

ENOS, Enosh

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Man

Spiritual Connotation: Expectant

Scripture: Jude 1:20 NCV

But dear friends, use your most holy faith to build yourselves up, praying in the Holy Spirit.

ENRICA, Enrikka

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Home Ruler

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Psalm 33:5 NKJV

He loves righteousness and justice; the earth is full of the goodness of the LORD .

ENRIQUE, Enrico, Enrikos, Enriqué

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: Head of the Home

Spiritual Connotation: Servant

Scripture: Matthew 25:21 NIV

Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things, I will put you in charge of many things.

ENYA, Eina, Einya, Enyah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God’s Eye

Spiritual Connotation: Beloved

Scripture: Psalm 17:8 NKJV

Keep me as the apple of Your eye; hide me under the shadow of Your wings.

EPHRAIM, Efraim, Efrayim, Ephrem

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Fruitful

Spiritual Connotation: Prosperous

Scripture: John 6:35 NKJV

I am the bread of life. He who comes to Me shall never hunger, and he who believes in Me shall never thirst.

EPHRON

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Strong

Spiritual Connotation: Thankful

Scripture: Psalm 21:13 RSV

Be exalted, O LORD, in thy strength! We will sing and praise thy power.

ERASMUS

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Lovable

Spiritual Connotation: Endearing

Scripture: Psalm 116:15 NKJV

Precious in the sight of the LORD is the death of His saints.

ERHARD, Erhardt, Erhart

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Resolute

Spiritual Connotation: Efficient

Scripture: Job 14:5 NCV

Our time is limited. You have given us only so many months to live and have set limits we cannot go beyond.

ERIC, Aric, Arick, Arik, Arrict, Erek, Erich, Erick, Erik, Ériq, Erric, Errick, Errict, Eryk

Language/Cultural Origin: Old Norse

Inherent Meaning: Powerful

Spiritual Connotation: Unifier

Scripture: John 13:34 NKJV

A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another; as I have loved you, that you also love one another.

ERICA, Arica, Aricka, Arika, Arikka, Ericca, Ericka, Erika, Erikka, Errica, Errika, Eryka, Erykka

Language/Cultural Origin: Old Norse

Inherent Meaning: Brave

Spiritual Connotation: Victorious

Scripture: Isaiah 60:1 NKJV

Arise, shine; for your light has come! And the glory of the LORD is risen upon you.

ERIN, Erine, Erinn, Erinne, Errin, Eryn, Erynn, Erynne (see also Arin)

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Bringer of Peace

Spiritual Connotation: Benevolent

Scripture: Psalm 121:8 NKJV

The LORD shall preserve your going out and your coming in from this time forth, and even forevermore.

ERNEST, Ernesto, Ernie, Ernst

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Sincere

Spiritual Connotation: Free in Spirit

Scripture: John 8:31 NKJV

If you abide in My word, you are My disciples indeed. And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.

ERROL, Erol, Erroll, Erryl

Language/Cultural Origin: Turkish

Inherent Meaning: Courageous

Spiritual Connotation: God’s Messanger

Scripture: Acts 23:11 RSV

Take courage, for as you have testified about me at Jerusalem, so you must bear witness also at Rome.

ERVING, see Irving

ERWIN, see Irwin

ESAU, Esaw

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Hairy

Spiritual Connotation: Strength

Scripture: Genesis 25:25 NASB

Now the first came forth red, all over like a hairy garment; and they named him Esau.

ESDRAS, Ezdras

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Help

Spiritual Connotation: Supported

Scripture: Psalm 121:2 RSV

My help comes from the LORD, who made heaven and earth.

ESHBAN, Eshbán

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Man of Understanding

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: Proverbs 15:21 NCV

A person without wisdom enjoys being foolish, but someone with understanding does what is right.

ESHTON, Eshtonn

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Rest

Spiritual Connotation: Humble

Scripture: Matthew 11:28 NLT

Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest.

ESMÉ, Esme, Esmée

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Overcomer

Spiritual Connotation: Victor

Scripture: Romans 8:37 NRSV

No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us.

ESMERALDA, Esmerelda, Esmiralda

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: Victory

Spiritual Connotation: Triumphant Spirit

Scripture: Luke 12:32 NKJV

Do not fear, little flock, for it is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the kingdom.

ESMOND, Esmonde, Esmunde

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Rich Protector

Spiritual Connotation: Gracious

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:17 NKJV

Now the Lord is the Spirit; and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty.

ESTE, Estes

Language/Cultural Origin: Italian

Inherent Meaning: East

Spiritual Connotation: Armed

Scripture: Ephesians 6:13 NLT

Use every piece of God’s armor to resist the enemy in the time of evil, so that after the battle you will still be standing firm.

ESTEBAN, Estéban

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: Crowned

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: Proverbs 14:18 TLB

The simpleton is crowned with folly; the wise man is crowned with knowledge.

ESTEE, Estée

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Star

Spiritual Connotation: Fulfillment

Scripture: Numbers 24:17 NCV

I see someone who will come some day, someone who will come, but not soon. A star will come from Jacob; a ruler will rise from Israel.

ESTELLE, Estele

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Star

Spiritual Connotation: Infinite Potential

Scripture: Matthew 9:29 NKJV

According to your faith let it be to you.

ESTHER, Ester, Esthur (see also Asther, Hester)

Language/Cultural Origin: Persian

Inherent Meaning: Star

Spiritual Connotation: Victorious

Scripture: Esther 2:17 NKJV

The king loved Esther more than all the other women, and she obtained grace and favor in his sight.

ESTRELLA, Estelina, Estelita, Estella, Estrela, Estrellita, Estrietta

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: Child of the Star

Spiritual Connotation: Witness

Scripture: Matthew 10:32 NASB

Everyone therefore who shall confess Me before men, I will also confess him before My Father who is in heaven.

ETHAN, Eathan, Ethen, Eythan

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Firmness

Spiritual Connotation: Steadfast in Truth

Scripture: Romans 8:28 NKJV

And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose.

ETHEL, Ethyl

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: One of High Regard

Spiritual Connotation: Noble

Scripture: Matthew 7:7 KJV

Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you.

ETHNI, Ethnee, Ethney

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: My Gift

Spiritual Connotation: Secure

Scripture: John 14:27 NASB

Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you. . . . Do not let your heart be troubled, nor let it be fearful.

ETIENNE, Etiene

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Enthroned

Spiritual Connotation: Humble

Scripture: Psalm 113:5 NLT

Who can be compared with the LORD our God, who is enthroned on high?

EUCLID

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Brilliant

Spiritual Connotation: Creative

Scripture: Psalm 19:2 RSV

Day to day pours forth speech, and night to night declares knowledge.

EUDORA, Eldora, Eudorra

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Honorable Gift

Spiritual Connotation: Invaluable

Scripture: John 4:10 NCV

If you only knew the free gift of God and who it is that is asking you for water, you would have asked him, and he would have given you living water.

EUGENE, Eugéne, Gene

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Born to Nobility

Spiritual Connotation: Vivacious

Scripture: Isaiah 58:8 NKJV

Then your light shall break forth like the morning, your healing shall spring forth speedily, and your righteousness shall go before you.

EULALIA, Eulalie

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Sweetly Speaking

Spiritual Connotation: Mouthpiece of God

Scripture: Matthew 10:20 NRSV

Do not worry about how you are to speak or what you are to say; for it is not you who speak, but the Spirit of your Father speaking through you.

EUNICE, Eunique, Eunise

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Joyous

Spiritual Connotation: Victorious

Scripture: Psalm 40:5 NKJV

Many, O LORD my God, are Your wonderful works which You have done.

EUSTACE, Eustasius, Eustis

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Productive

Spiritual Connotation: Diligent

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:15 NASB

Be diligent to present yourself approved to God as a workman who does not need to be ashamed, handling accurately the word of truth.

EVE, Eva, Evah, Evie

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Mother of Life

Spiritual Connotation: Full of Life

Scripture: Psalm 16:11 NKJV

You will show me the path of life; in Your presence is fullness of joy; at Your right hand are pleasures forevermore.

EVAN, Evann, Evans, Evin, Evyn

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Young Warrior

Spiritual Connotation: Noble Protector

Scripture: Philippians 4:13 KJV

I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.

EVANGELINE, Evangelina

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Bringer of Good News

Spiritual Connotation: Happy Messenger

Scripture: Psalm 37:6 NKJV

He shall bring forth your righteousness as the light, And your justice as the noonday.

EVELYN, Evalina, Evaline, Evelynne

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Hazelnut

Spiritual Connotation: Radiant

Scripture: 1 John 2:8 NASB

The darkness is passing away and the true Light is already shining.

EVERETT, Everet, Everette, Everitt

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Courageous

Spiritual Connotation: Unending Praise

Scripture: Psalm 96:1 NKJV

Oh, sing to the LORD a new song! Sing to the LORD, all the earth.

EVERLEY, Everlea, Everlee, Everleigh

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Boar Meadow

Spiritual Connotation: Faithful

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:12 NCV

Fight the good fight of faith, grabbing hold of the life that continues forever.

EVETTE, see Yvette

EVITA, Evéeta

Language/Cultural Origin: Hispanic

Inherent Meaning: Youthful Life

Spiritual Connotation: Childlike

Scripture: Job 33:25 NLT

Then his body will become as healthy as a child’s, firm and youthful again.

EVONNE, see Yvonne

EWING, Ewin, Ewynn

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Friend of Justice

Spiritual Connotation: Benevolent Protector

Scripture: Psalm 28:7 NKJV

The LORD is my strength and my shield; my heart trusted in Him, and I am helped.

EYOTA, Eyotah

Language/Cultural Origin: Native American

Inherent Meaning: Greatest

Spiritual Connotation: Servant

Scripture: Matthew 23:11 NRSV

The greatest among you will be your servant.

EZEKIEL, Ezekial, Zeke

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Whom God Makes Strong

Spiritual Connotation: God Is My Strength

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:12 NKJV

Now we have received, not the spirit of the world, but the Spirit who is from God.

EZRA, Esera, Esra, Ezera, Ezri (see also Izri)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Helper

Spiritual Connotation: Strong

Scripture: Luke 12:12 NKJV

For the Holy Spirit will teach you in that very hour what you ought to say.

EZRELA, Ezraela

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Is My Strength

Spiritual Connotation: Adoration

Scripture: Psalm 18:1 NLT

I love you, LORD ; you are my strength.

F

FABIA, Fabiana, Fabianna, Fabianne, Fabria, Fabriana, Fabrianne

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Bean Grower

Spiritual Connotation: Laborer

Scripture: Psalm 33:4 NKJV

For the word of the LORD is right, and all His work is done in truth.

FABIAN, Fabayan, Fabiano, Fabien, Fabio, Faybian

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Bean Grower

Spiritual Connotation: Nourishing Spirit

Scripture: Jeremiah 31:16 NRSV

Thus says the LORD : “Keep your voice from weeping, and your eyes from tears; for there is a reward for your work.”

FADEY, Faidee

Language/Cultural Origin: Ukrainian

Inherent Meaning: Father

Spiritual Connotation: Gentle

Scripture: Ephesians 6:4 NASB

And, fathers, do not provoke your children to anger; but bring them up in the discipline and instruction of the Lord.

FAITH, Fayth, Faythe

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Firm Believer

Spiritual Connotation: Faith

Scripture: Mark 9:23 NCV

All things are possible for the one who believes.

FALINA, Falena, Faylina, Felina

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Catlike

Spiritual Connotation: Upright

Scripture: Psalm 17:2 NASB

Let my judgment come forth from Your presence; let Your eyes look with equity.

FALKNER, Faulkner

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Trainer of Falcons

Spiritual Connotation: One Who Disciples

Scripture: Philippians 1:21 KJV

For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain.

FALLON, Falan, Falen, Falin, Fallan, Fallyn, Falyn

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Grandchild of the Ruler

Spiritual Connotation: Heir

Scripture: Exodus 20:6 NRSV

But showing steadfast love to the thousandth generation of those who love me and keep my commandments.

FANNY, Fanney, Fanni, Fannie

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: French

Spiritual Connotation: Dedicated

Scripture: Psalm 62:1 NASB

My soul waits in silence for God only; from Him is my salvation.

FANYA, Fania, Fannia

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian

Inherent Meaning: Free

Spiritual Connotation: Vindicated

Scripture: Psalm 146:7 NCV

He does what is fair for those who have been wronged. He gives food to the hungry. The LORD sets the prisoners free.

FARLEY, Fairleigh, Farlay, Farrley

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Sheep Meadow

Spiritual Connotation: Serene

Scripture: Exodus 14:14 NASB

The LORD will fight for you while you keep silent.

FARRAH, Fara, Farah, Farra

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Beautiful

Spiritual Connotation: Favored

Scripture: Esther 2:9 NASB

Now the young lady pleased him and found favor with him.

FARREL, Farrel, Ferel, Ferell, Ferryl

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Valiant

Spiritual Connotation: Servant

Scripture: 2 Samuel 17:10 NKJV

For all Israel knows that your father is a mighty man, and those who are with him are valiant men.

FARREN, Faran, Farin, Farrahn, Farran, Farrin, Farron, Farryn, Faryn (see also Ferran)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Wanderer

Spiritual Connotation: Foreigner

Scripture: Ruth 2:10 NKJV

Why have I found favor in your eyes, that you should take notice of me, since I am a foreigner?

FAUSTINA, Faustana

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Fortunate

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Genesis 1:28 NKJV

Then God blessed them, and God said to them, “Be fruitful and multiply.”

FAWN, Faun, Fauna, Fawna, Fawne

Language/Cultural Origin: Old French

Inherent Meaning: Young Deer

Spiritual Connotation: Innocent

Scripture: Psalm 42:1 NRSV

As a deer longs for flowing streams, so my soul longs for you, O God.

FAXON, Faxan

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Long-Haired

Spiritual Connotation: Devotion

Scripture: Judges 13:7 NKJV

Behold, you shall conceive and bear a son . . . for the child shall be a Nazirite to God from the womb to the day of his death.

FAYE, Fae, Fay, Fayanna, Fayla

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Raven

Spiritual Connotation: Remembered

Scripture: Isaiah 65:24 NKJV

It shall come to pass that before they call, I will answer; and while they are still speaking, I will hear.

FELICIA, Falesha, Falisha, Felecia, Feleesha, Felesha, Felicya, Felisha

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Fortunate

Spiritual Connotation: Joyful

Scripture: John 10:10 NKJV

The thief does not come except to steal, and to kill, and to destroy. I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly.

FELICITY, Felicianna, Félicité, Felisianna, Felissa, Feliza, Felysse

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Joyful

Spiritual Connotation: Content

Scripture: Philippians 4:4 NKJV

Rejoice in the Lord always. Again I will say, rejoice!

FELIPE, see Phillip

FELIX, Feliks, Félix

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Fortunate

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Isaiah 40:31 NKJV

But those who wait on the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles, they shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint.

FELTON, Felten

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Field Town

Spiritual Connotation: Hopeful

Scripture: Psalm 42:5 NKJV

Why are you cast down, O my soul? And why are you disquieted within me? Hope in God, for I shall yet praise Him for the help of His countenance.

FENTON, Fenny

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the MarshlandFarm

Spiritual Connotation: Spirit of Life

Scripture: Galatians 6:8 NKJV

For he who sows to his flesh will of the flesh reap corruption, but he who sows to the Spirit will of the Spirit reap everlasting life.

FERDINAND, Ferdinánd, Fernand

Language/Cultural Origin: Gothic

Inherent Meaning: Adventurous

Spiritual Connotation: Seeker of Truth

Scripture: Psalm 33:3-4 NKJV

Sing to Him a new song; play skillfully with a shout of joy. For the word of the LORD is right, and all His work is done in truth.

FERGUS, Ferguson

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Very Choice One

Spiritual Connotation: Esteemed

Scripture: Psalm 18:2 NKJV

The LORD is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer; my God, my strength, in whom I will trust; my shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold.

FERN, Ferne, Fernleigh

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Sincere

Spiritual Connotation: Loving

Scripture: 1 John 4:11 KJV

Beloved, if God so loved us, we ought also to love one another.

FERNANDO, Fernandez

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: Fearless

Spiritual Connotation: Redeemed

Scripture: Matthew 28:5-6 NKJV

Do not be afraid, for I know that you seek Jesus who was crucified. He is not here; for He is risen, as He said.

FERRAN, Feran, Feron, Ferren, Ferrin, Ferron, Ferryn (see also Farran)

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Baker

Spiritual Connotation: Laborer for Souls

Scripture: Luke 10:2 NLT

The harvest is so great, but the workers are so few. Pray to the Lord . . . and ask him to send out more workers for his fields.

FERRAND, Farrand

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Iron-Haired

Spiritual Connotation: Believer

Scripture: Ephesians 1:19 NCV

And you will know that God’s power is very great for us who believe. That power is the same as the great strength.

FERRIS, Faris, Farris, Feris

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Horseman

Spiritual Connotation: Fearsome

Scripture: Jeremiah 4:29 NASB

At the sound of the horseman and bowman every city flees.

FIDEL, Fidele, Fidéle, Fidelis

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Faithful

Spiritual Connotation: Secure

Scripture: Romans 8:38-39 NKJV

For I am persuaded that neither death nor life . . . nor any other . . . thing, shall be able to separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.

FIDELITY, Fidelia

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Faithful

Spiritual Connotation: Received

Scripture: Isaiah 26:2 NASB

Open the gates, that the righteous nation may enter, the one that remains faithful.

FIEVEL, Feivel, Fivel

Language/Cultural Origin: Yiddish

Inherent Meaning: Bright

Spiritual Connotation: Attentive

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:19 NRSV

You will do well to be attentive to this as to a lamp shining in a dark place, until the day dawns and the morning star rises in your hearts.

FINDLAY, Finlay, Finley

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Valorous Soldier

Spiritual Connotation: Victorious Life

Scripture: Proverbs 12:28 NKJV

In the way of righteousness is life, and in its pathway there is no death.

FINIAN, Phinean

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Fair Hero

Spiritual Connotation: Servant

Scripture: Proverbs 27:18 NASB

He who tends the fig tree will eat its fruit; and he who cares for his master will be honored.

FIONA, Fionna

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Fair

Spiritual Connotation: Persevering

Scripture: Isaiah 66:22 RSV

For as the new heavens and the new earth which I will make shall remain before me, says the LORD ; so shall your descendants and your name remain.

FISK, Fiske

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle English

Inherent Meaning: Fisherman

Spiritual Connotation: Witness

Scripture: Matthew 4:19 NKJV

Follow Me, and I will make you fishers of men.

FITZGERALD, Fitz

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Son of the Mighty One

Spiritual Connotation: Hopeful

Scripture: Colossians 1:27 NKJV

To them God willed to make known what are the riches of the glory of this mystery among the Gentiles: which is Christ in you, the hope of glory.

FLAIR, Flaire, Flare

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Vivacious

Spiritual Connotation: Glorified

Scripture: Psalm 64:10 RSV

Let the righteous rejoice in the LORD, and take refuge in him! Let all the upright in heart glory!

FLANA, Flanna

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Blonde

Spiritual Connotation: Satisfied

Scripture: Psalm 90:14 NASB

O satisfy us in the morning with Thy lovingkindness, that we may sing for joy and be glad all our days.

FLANNERY, Flann

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Redhead

Spiritual Connotation: Accountable

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 11:9 NCV

Young people, enjoy yourselves while you are young. . . . But remember that God will judge you for everything you do.

FLAVIA, Flavian, Flaviar, Flavio

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Blond

Spiritual Connotation: Redeemed

Scripture: Isaiah 61:10 NASB

I will rejoice greatly in the LORD . . . For He has clothed me with garments of salvation, He has wrapped me with a robe of righteousness.

FLEMING, Flemming

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From Denmark

Spiritual Connotation: Obedient

Scripture: Romans 16:19 NKJV

For your obedience has become known to all. Therefore I am glad on your behalf.

FLETCHER, Flecher, Fletch

Language/Cultural Origin: Anglo-Saxon

Inherent Meaning: Arrow Featherer

Spiritual Connotation: Ingenious

Scripture: John 14:12 NKJV

He who believes in Me, the works that I do he will do also; and greater works than these he will do, because I go to My Father.

FLEUR, Flure

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Flower

Spiritual Connotation: Efficient

Scripture: Isaiah 40:6 NKJV

All flesh is grass, and all its loveliness is like the flower of the field.

FLINT, Flynt

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Stream

Spiritual Connotation: Praise

Scripture: Psalm 78:16 RSV

He made streams come out of the rock, and caused waters to flow down like rivers.

FLIP, Flipp

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Lover of Horses

Spiritual Connotation: Joyful

Scripture: Psalm 45:15 NRSV

With joy and gladness they are led along as they enter the palace of the king.

FLORA, Floria, Floriana, Florianna

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Flower

Spiritual Connotation: Nurtured

Scripture: Isaiah 49:13 NASB

Shout for joy, O heavens! And rejoice, O earth! . . . For the LORD has comforted His people And will have compassion on His afflicted.

FLORENCE, Flo, Florance, Florann, Floren, Florida, Florrie, Flossie

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Flourishing

Spiritual Connotation: Prosperous

Scripture: Psalm 91:1 NKJV

He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty.

FLORIAN, Florien, Florrian

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Blooming

Spiritual Connotation: Nourished

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1 NKJV

And the desert shall rejoice and blossom as the rose.

FLOYD, Floydd

Language/Cultural Origin: Welsh

Inherent Meaning: White- or Gray-Haired

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: 1 Samuel 10:6 NKJV

Then the Spirit of the LORD will come upon you, and you will prophesy with them and be turned into another man.

FLYNN, Flinn, Flyn

Language/Cultural Origin: Gaelic

Inherent Meaning: Son of the Redhead

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: 1 Kings 8:56 NKJV

Blessed be the LORD, who has given rest to His people Israel. . . . There has not failed one word of all His good promise.

FONTANNA, Fontaine, Fontana

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Fountain

Spiritual Connotation: Sustained

Scripture: Psalm 36:9 NKJV

For with You is the fountain of life; in Your light we see light.

FONZIE, Fonsie, Fonz

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Zealous

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Proverbs 23:17 NKJV

Do not let your heart envy sinners, but be zealous for the fear of the LORD all the day.

FORBES, Forbe

Language/Cultural Origin: Gaelic

Inherent Meaning: Prosperous

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Proverbs 16:20 NLT

Those who listen to instruction will prosper; those who trust the LORD will be happy.

FOREST, Forest, Forster, Foster

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Guardian of the Forest

Spiritual Connotation: Preserved

Scripture: Psalm 138:8 NKJV

The LORD will perfect that which concerns me; Your mercy, O LORD, endures forever; do not forsake the works of Your hands.

FRANCES, Fran, Francesca, Francess, Franchelle, Franchesca, Franchette, Francine, Frann, Frannie

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Free

Spiritual Connotation: Triumphant

Scripture: Isaiah 65:24 NKJV

It shall come to pass that before they call, I will answer; and while they are still speaking, I will hear.

FRANCIS, Fran, Francesco, Franchot, Francisco, Franco, Francois, Franz

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Free

Spiritual Connotation: Victorious

Scripture: John 5:24 NKJV

He who hears my word and believes in Him who sent Me has everlasting life, and shall not come into judgment, but has passed from death into life.

FRANK, Franc, Frankie, Franky

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Free Man

Spiritual Connotation: Shining

Scripture: Matthew 5:14 NKJV

You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden.

FRANKLIN, Francklin, Franklinn,

Franklyn, Franklynn

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Free Holder of Land

Spiritual Connotation: Joyful

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:10 NKJV

This day is holy to our LORD . Do not sorrow, for the joy of the LORD is your strength.

FRASER, Fraizer, Frasier, Frazer, Frazier

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Strawberry

Spiritual Connotation: Filled With Life

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:4 NKJV

By which have been given to us exceedingly great and precious promises, that through these you may be partakers of the divine nature.

FRAYNE, Fraine, Freyne

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Stranger

Spiritual Connotation: Accepting

Scripture: Deuteronomy 23:7 NRSV

You shall not abhor any of the Edomites, for they are your kin. You shall not abhor any of the Egyptians, because you were an alien residing in their land.

FREDERICA, Freddi, Fredericka, Frederina, Frederique, Fredrika

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Peaceful Ruler

Spiritual Connotation: Compassionate

Scripture: Psalm 112:4 NKJV

Unto the upright there arises light in the darkness; He is gracious, and full of compassion, and righteous.

FREDERICK, Fred, Fredd, Freddi, Freddrick, Freddy, Frederic, Frederich, Frederico, Frederik, Frederric, Fredric, Fredrich, Fredrik, Freéderic, Fritz

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Peaceful Ruler

Spiritual Connotation: Perceptive

Scripture: Proverbs 20:12 NKJV

The hearing ear and the seeing eye, the LORD has made them both.

FREEDOM

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Freedom

Spiritual Connotation: Released

Scripture: James 2:12 NASB

So speak and so act, as those who are to be judged by the law of liberty.

FREEMAN, Freedman, Freemon

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Free

Spiritual Connotation: Witness

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:31 NRSV

So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do everything for the glory of God.

FREIDA, Freda, Freeda, Freia, Frieda

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Serene

Spiritual Connotation: Victorious

Scripture: Revelation 2:7 NKJV

To him who overcomes I will give to eat from the tree of life, which is in the midst of the Paradise of God.

FREJA, Fraya, Freya

Language/Cultural Origin: Swedish

Inherent Meaning: Virtuous Woman

Spiritual Connotation: Valuable

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10 NASB

An excellent wife, who can find? For her worth is far above jewels.

FREEMONT, Freemondt

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Protector of Freedom

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Psalm 146:7-8 NASB

The LORD sets the prisoners free. The LORD opens the eyes of the b lind; the LORD raises up those who are bowed down; the LORD loves the righteous.

FRITZI, Fritzie, Fritzy

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Restful

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Hebrews 12:11 RSV

For the moment all discipline seems painful rather than pleasant; later it yields the peaceful fruit of righteousness.

FULLER, Fullar

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Cloth Worker

Spiritual Connotation: Diligent

Scripture: Psalm 103:1-4 NKJV

Bless the LORD, O my soul; and all that is within me, bless His holy name!

FULTON, Fultan

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From Near the Town

Spiritual Connotation: Spirit-Filled Life

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23 NKJV

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control.

G

GABOR, Gábor

Language/Cultural Origin: Hungarian

Inherent Meaning: God Is My Strength

Spiritual Connotation: Grounded in Faith

Scripture: Isaiah 12:2 NASB

Behold, God is my salvation, I will trust and not be afraid; for the LORD GOD is my strength and song, and He has become my salvation.

GABRIEL, Gab, Gabe, Gabriël, Gabriell, Gabrielli, Gabriello, Gibbee, Gibbie

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Devoted to God

Spiritual Connotation: Brave

Scripture: Joshua 1:9 NKJV

Have I not commanded you? Be strong and of good courage; do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.

GABRIELLE, Gabbey, Gabbi, Gabbie, Gabrial, Gabriala, Gabrialla, Gabriana, Gabrianna, Gabriela, Gabriele, Gabriella

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Devoted to God

Spiritual Connotation: Confident

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 7:16 RSV

I rejoice, because I have perfect confidence in you.

GAETAN, Gaetano

Language/Cultural Origin: Italian

Inherent Meaning: From Southern Italy

Spiritual Connotation: Redeemed

Scripture: Romans 5:2 RSV

Through him we have obtained access to this grace in which we stand, and we rejoice in our hope of sharing the glory of God.

GAGE, Gaege

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Promise

Spiritual Connotation: Vision

Scripture: Zechariah 9:9 NRSV

Rejoice greatly, O daughter Zion! . . . Lo, your king comes to you; triumphant and victorious is he, humble and riding on a donkey.

GAIL, Gael, Gaila, Gale, Gayle

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: My Father Rejoices

Spiritual Connotation: Lively

Scripture: Zephaniah 3:17 NKJV

The LORD your God in your midst, the Mighty One, will save; He will rejoice over you with gladness.

GAIUS, Caius

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: One Who Rejoices

Spiritual Connotation: Bold

Scripture: Joel 2:21 TLB

Fear not, my people; be glad now and rejoice, for he has done amazing things for you.

GALA, Galla

Language/Cultural Origin: Old Norse

Inherent Meaning: Singer

Spiritual Connotation: Filled With Praise

Scripture: Psalm 84:4 RSV

Blessed are those who dwell in thy house, ever singing thy praise!

GALATIA

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Pure

Spiritual Connotation: Courageous

Scripture: Psalm 27:1 NKJV

The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The LORD is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?

GALEN, Gaelen, Gaylen

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Healer

Spiritual Connotation: Established in Truth

Scripture: Psalm 37:5 NKJV

Commit your way to the LORD, trust also in Him, and He shall bring it to pass.

GALENA, Galeena

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Calm

Spiritual Connotation: Amiable

Scripture: Proverbs 15:18 NRSV

Those who are hot-tempered stir up strife, but those who are slow to anger calm contention.

GALIANA, Galianna, Galiena, Galienna

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Supreme

Spiritual Connotation: Respectful

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:2 NLT

Treat the older women as you would your mother, and treat the younger women with all purity as your own sisters.

GALINA, Gailina

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian

Inherent Meaning: Shining

Spiritual Connotation: Glorified

Scripture: Isaiah 60:1 NKJV

Arise, shine; for your light has come! And the glory of the LORD is risen upon you.

GALLIO, Galio

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: He That Sucks

Spiritual Connotation: Mighty

Scripture: Isaiah 54:17 NKJV

No weapon formed against you shall prosper.

GALVIN, Galvan, Galven

Language/Cultural Origin: Gaelic

Inherent Meaning: Glowing

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Isaiah 49:4 NKJV

I have labored in vain, I have spent my strength for nothing and in vain; yet surely my just reward is with the LORD, and my work with my God.

GALYA, Galia, Gallia

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian

Inherent Meaning: Illuminated

Spiritual Connotation: Untainted

Scripture: Luke 11:36 NRSV

If then your whole body is full of light, with no part of it in darkness, it will be as full of light as when a lamp gives you light with its rays.

GAMALIEL, Gaméliel

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Is My Reward

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Ruth 2:12 NASB

May the LORD reward your work, and your wages be full from the LORD, the God of Israel, under whose wings you have come to seek refuge.

GAMARYA, Gamara, Gamária, Gamariya

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Act of God

Spiritual Connotation: Pledged

Scripture: Micah 7:15 NASB

As in the days when you came out from the land of Egypt, I will show you miracles.

GANNON, Gannan, Gannen

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: White

Spiritual Connotation: Devout

Scripture: Matthew 4:10 NKJV

Away with you, Satan! For it is written, “You shall worship the LORD your God, and Him only you shall serve.”

GANYA, Gania, Ganyah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Garden of God

Spiritual Connotation: Refreshed

Scripture: Isaiah 51:3 NLT

The LORD will comfort Israel again and make her deserts blossom. Her barren wilderness will become as beautiful as Eden—the garden of the LORD .

GARETH, Garith, Garreth

Language/Cultural Origin: Welsh

Inherent Meaning: Gentle

Spiritual Connotation: Peaceful

Scripture: Proverbs 15:1 RSV

A soft answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.

GARNER, Garnier

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Guard

Spiritual Connotation: One of Integrity

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:20 NCV

Timothy, guard what God has trusted to you. Stay away from foolish, useless talk and from the arguments of what is falsely called knowledge.

GARNET, Garnette

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Precious Stone

Spiritual Connotation: Invaluable

Scripture: Isaiah 49:8 NKJV

In an acceptable time I have heard You, and in the day of salvation I have helped You; I will preserve You.

GARNETT, Garnatt

Language/Cultural Origin: Anglo-Saxon

Inherent Meaning: Protection

Spiritual Connotation: Obedient

Scripture: Deuteronomy 11:1 NKJV

Therefore you shall love the LORD your God, and keep His charge, His statutes, His judgments, and His commandments always.

GARRETT, Garett, Garret, Gerrett (see also Jarrett)

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Warrior

Spiritual Connotation: Free

Scripture: Galatians 5:1 NKJV

Stand fast therefore in the liberty by which Christ has made us free, and do not be entangled again with a yoke of bondage.

GARRICK, Garick, Garreck, Garrik (see also Carrick)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Ruler

Spiritual Connotation: Champion

Scripture: Psalm 24:3 NKJV

Who may ascend into the hill of the LORD ? Or who may stand in His holy place? He who has clean hands and a pure heart.

GARRIN, Garran, Garren, Garron

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Spearman

Spiritual Connotation: Preserved

Scripture: Philippians 4:7 RSV

And the peace of God, which passes all understanding, will keep your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

GARRISON, Garris

Language/Cultural Origin: Old French

Inherent Meaning: Fortress

Spiritual Connotation: Guided of God

Scripture: Psalm 31:3 NRSV

You are indeed my rock and my fortress; for your name’s sake lead me and guide me.

GARTH, Gar

Language/Cultural Origin: Old Norse

Inherent Meaning: From the Garden

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: Job 28:28 NKJV

Behold, the fear of the Lord, that is wisdom, and to depart from evil is understanding.

GARVEY, Garrvey

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Rugged Place

Spiritual Connotation: IncreasingFaithfulness

Scripture: Ephesians 5:8 NKJV

For you were once darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Walk as children of light.

GARVIN, Garvan, Garvyn

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Friend in Battle

Spiritual Connotation: Peaceful

Scripture: Colossians 3:15 NKJV

And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to which also you were called in one body; and be thankful.

GARY, Garry

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Mighty

Spiritual Connotation: Regenerated

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17 NKJV

Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new.

GASTON, Gascon, Gastón

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: From Gascony

Spiritual Connotation: Protected

Scripture: 2 Samuel 22:2 NCV

The LORD is my rock, my protection, my Savior.

GAVIN, Gavan, Gaven, Gavyn

Language/Cultural Origin: Welsh

Inherent Meaning: White Hawk

Spiritual Connotation: Content

Scripture: Psalm 119:34 NKJV

Give me understanding, and I shall keep Your law; Indeed, I shall observe it with my whole heart.

GAYLORD, Gayler, Gaylor

Language/Cultural Origin: Old French

Inherent Meaning: Lively

Spiritual Connotation: Gifted

Scripture: Psalm 84:11 NKJV

For the LORD God is a sun and shield; the LORD will give grace and glory; no good thing will He withhold From those who walk uprightly.

GEARY, Gearey

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Changeable

Spiritual Connotation: Courageous

Scripture: Psalm 16:8 NKJV

I have set the LORD always before me; because He is at my right hand I shall not be moved.

GEMINI, Gemelle, Gemina, Gemmina

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Twin

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1 RSV

The Spirit of the Lord GOD is upon me, because the LORD has anointed me to bring good tidings to the afflicted.

GENA, see Gina

GENE, see Eugene

GENEEN, see Jeanine

GENEVA, Jeneva

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Juniper Tree

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: Psalm 111:10 NKJV

The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom; a good understanding have all those who do His commandments. His praise endures forever.

GENEVIEVE, Genavieve, Geneviéve, Jenavieve

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Fair

Spiritual Connotation: Inner Beauty

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10 RSV

A good wife who can find? She is far more precious than jewels.

GENNA, see Jenna

GENNIFER, see Jennifer

GEOFFREY, Geffery, Geffrey, Geoff, Geoffery, Giotto, Gottfried (see also Godfrey, Jeffrey)

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Perfectly Tranquil

Spiritual Connotation: Restful

Scripture: Isaiah 32:18 NRSV

My people will abide in a peaceful habitation, in secure dwellings, and in quiet resting places.

GEORGE, Georges, Georgio, Gheorghe, Giorgio, Giorgios

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Land Worker

Spiritual Connotation: Walks With God

Scripture: Genesis 5:24 NRSV

Enoch walked with God; then he was no more, because God took him.

GEORGIA, Georgeann, Georgeanna, Georgene, Georgette, Georgie

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Farmer

Spiritual Connotation: Promise of God

Scripture: Hebrews 8:10 NKJV

I will put My laws in their mind and write them on their hearts; and I will be their God, and they shall be My people.

GERALD, Geraldo, Gerrald, Gerrold, Gerry, Jerald, Jeraldo, Jeri, Jerrald, Jerri, Jerrold, Jerry

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Mighty

Spiritual Connotation: Loyal

Scripture: Psalm 25:5 NKJV

Lead me in Your truth and teach me, for You are the God of my salvation; on You I wait all the day.

GERALDINE, Geraldina, Geralyn, Geri, Gerianna, Gerry, Jeraldine

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Powerful

Spiritual Connotation: Victorious

Scripture: Psalm 118:14 NKJV

The LORD is my strength and song, and He has become my salvation.

GERARD, Gérard, Gerardo, Gerrard, Gerry, Girard

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Strong, Powerful

Spiritual Connotation: Trusting Heart

Scripture: Psalm 138:8 NKJV

The LORD will perfect that which concerns me; Your mercy, O LORD, endures forever; do not forsake the works of Your hands.

GERMAIN, Germaine, Germana, Germane, Germaya, Germayne (see also Jermaine)

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: From Germany

Spiritual Connotation: Bringer of Unity

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:22 NKJV

Flee also youthful lusts; but pursue righteousness, faith, love, peace with those who call on the Lord out of a pure heart.

GERSHOM, Gershon

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Stranger

Spiritual Connotation: Visitor

Scripture: John 8:23 NKJV

You are from beneath; I am from above. You are of this world; I am not of this world.

GIANNA, Giana, Gianella, Giannella, Gianni, Jiana, Jianna, Jianella

Language/Cultural Origin: Italian

Inherent Meaning: God Is Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Sanctified

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:4 RSV

I give thanks to God always for you because of the grace of God which was given you in Christ Jesus.

GIBBAR, Gibbár

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Mighty Man

Spiritual Connotation: Empowered

Scripture: Judges 6:12 NRSV

The LORD is with you, you mighty warrior.

GIBSON, Gilson

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Son of the Honest Man

Spiritual Connotation: Fruitful

Scripture: Luke 8:15 NASB

And the seed in the good soil, these are the ones who have heard the word in an honest and good heart . . . and bear fruit with perseverance.

GIDEON, Gedeon, Gideón

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Tree Cutter

Spiritual Connotation: Victorious

Scripture: Judges 8:28 NRSV

So Midian was subdued before the Israelites, and they lifted up their heads no more. So the land had rest forty years in the days of Gideon.

GIGI, G.G., Geegee

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Trustworthy

Spiritual Connotation: True Friend

Scripture: Proverbs 11:13 NLT

A gossip goes around revealing secrets, but those who are trustworthy can keep a confidence.

GILANA, Gilanna

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Hill of the Monument

Spiritual Connotation: Testimony

Scripture: Matthew 10:8 NKJV

Heal the sick, cleanse the lepers, raise the dead, cast out demons. Freely you have received, freely give.

GILBERT, Gibb, Gibbs, Gil, Guilbert

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Bright Pledge

Spiritual Connotation: Devoted

Scripture: Psalm 119:38 NLT

Reassure me of your promise, which is for those who honor you.

GILDA, Gildé

Language/Cultural Origin: Anglo-Saxon

Inherent Meaning: Covered With Gold

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Psalm 68:13 NLT

Though they lived among the sheepfolds, now they are covered with silver and gold, as a dove is covered by its wings.

GILEAD, Giliad

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Mass of Testimony

Spiritual Connotation: Witness

Scripture: Matthew 10:18 NKJV

You will be brought before governors and kings for my sake, as a testimony to them and to the Gentiles.

GILEN, Gilan

Language/Cultural Origin: Basque

Inherent Meaning: Notable Promise

Spiritual Connotation: Protected

Scripture: Psalm 18:30 RSV

This God—his way is perfect; the promise of the LORD proves true; he is a shield for all those who take refuge in him.

GILES, Gilles, Gyles

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Shield

Spiritual Connotation: Strength

Scripture: Psalm 66:1-2 NKJV

Make a joyful shout to God, all the earth! Sing out the honor of His name; make His praise glorious.

GILLIAN, see Jillian

GILMORE, Gilmour

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Devout

Spiritual Connotation: Dependent

Scripture: Job 10:12 NKJV

You have granted me life and favor, and Your care has preserved my spirit.

GILSEY, Gilsea, Gilsee

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Flower

Spiritual Connotation: Flourishing

Scripture: Psalm 92:12 TLB

But the godly shall flourish like palm trees and grow tall as the cedars of Lebanon.

GINA, Geena, Gena, Ginah, Ginia (see also Jean)

Language/Cultural Origin: Italian

Inherent Meaning: Queen

Spiritual Connotation: Full of Love

Scripture: Colossians 3:12 NRSV

Above all, clothe yourselves with love, which binds everything together in perfect harmony.

GINGER, Gingata

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Pure

Spiritual Connotation: Respectful

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:2 NLT

Treat the older women as you would your mother, and treat the younger women with all purity as your own sisters.

GINNY, Gini, Ginni, Ginnie, Jinnee, Jinney, Jinni, Jinnie, Jinny (see also Jina)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Unblemished

Spiritual Connotation: Spotless

Scripture: Matthew 5:48 NKJV

Therefore you shall be perfect, just as your Father in heaven is perfect.

GINO, Geno

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Of Noteworthy Birth

Spiritual Connotation: Delivered

Scripture: Ezekiel 34:29 NRSV

I will provide for them a splendid vegetation so that they shall no more be consumed with hunger in the land.

GIOVANNA, Giovana (see also Jovanna)

Language/Cultural Origin: Italian

Inherent Meaning: God Is Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Titus 2:11 NRSV

For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation to all.

GIOVANNI, Geovani, Geovanni, Gian, Giani, Gianni, Giavani, Giovanno (see also Jovan)

Language/Cultural Origin: Italian

Inherent Meaning: God Is Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Servant

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:10 NCV

Each of you has received a gift to use to serve others. Be good servants of God’s various gifts of grace.

GIUSEPPE, Giusepe

Language/Cultural Origin: Italian

Inherent Meaning: God Will Increase

Spiritual Connotation: Joyful

Scripture: Isaiah 29:19 NKJV

The humble also shall increase their joy in the LORD, And the poor among men shall rejoice In the Holy One of Israel.

GIZELLE, Gissell, Giselle, Jiselle, Jizella, Jizelle

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Pledge

Spiritual Connotation: Approved

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:22 NCV

He put his mark on us to show that we are his, and he put his Spirit in our hearts to be a guarantee for all he has promised.

GLADYS, Gladis

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Princess

Spiritual Connotation: Spiritual Understanding

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:5 NKJV

You also, as living stones, are being built up a spiritual house, a holy priesthood, to offer up spiritual sacrifices.

GLENDON, Glenden

Language/Cultural Origin: Scottish

Inherent Meaning: From the Valley Fortress

Spiritual Connotation: Secure

Scripture: 2 Samuel 22:33 TLB

God is my strong fortress; He has made me safe.

GLENN, Glen

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: From the Valley

Spiritual Connotation: Excellent Worth

Scripture: Psalm 84:4 NKJV

Blessed are those who dwell in Your house; they will still be praising You.

GLENNA, Glenda

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: From the Valley

Spiritual Connotation: Blooming

Scripture: Psalm 52:8 NKJV

But I am like a green olive tree in the house of God; I trust in the mercy of God forever and ever.

GLORIA, Gloriela, Gloriella, Glorielle, Glory, Glorya

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Glory

Spiritual Connotation: Glorious

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:18 NRSV

And all of us . . . are being transformed into the same image from one degree of glory to another; for this comes from the Lord, the Spirit.

GLYN, Glynn

Language/Cultural Origin: Scottish

Inherent Meaning: From the Ravine

Spiritual Connotation: Protected

Scripture: Psalm 3:3 NASB

But Thou, O LORD, art a shield about me, my glory, and the One who lifts my head.

GODFREY, Godfry (see also Geoffrey)

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Man of God’s Peace

Spiritual Connotation: Divinely Peaceful

Scripture: John 7:38 NKJV

He who believes in Me, as the Scripture has said, out of his heart will flow rivers of living water.

GOLDA, Golden, Goldi, Goldie

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Golden

Spiritual Connotation: Divine Perspective

Scripture: Psalms 119:127 NLT

Truly, I love your commands more than gold, even the finest gold.

GOMER

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Completion

Spiritual Connotation: Preserved

Scripture: Philippians 1:6 NCV

God began doing a good work in you, and I am sure he will continue it until it is finished when Jesus Christ comes again.

GORDON, Gordan, Gordie, Gordy

Language/Cultural Origin: Anglo-Saxon

Inherent Meaning: From the Round Hill

Spiritual Connotation: Shining

Scripture: Matthew 5:14 NKJV

You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden.

GORMAN, Gormon

Language/Cultural Origin: Gaelic

Inherent Meaning: Blue-eyed

Spiritual Connotation: Walks With God

Scripture: Psalm 84:11 NKJV

For the LORD God is a sun and shield; the LORD will give grace and glory; no good thing will He withhold From those who walk uprightly.

GOWON, Gowan

Language/Cultural Origin: Tiv

Inherent Meaning: Born During a Storm

Spiritual Connotation: Rainmaker

Scripture: Joel 2:23 TLB

Rejoice, O people of Jerusalem, rejoice in the Lord your God! For the rains he sends are tokens of forgiveness.

GRACE, Gracey, Graci, Gracia, Graciana, Gracianna, Gracie

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Patient

Spiritual Connotation: Full of Grace

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:14 TLB

And whatever you do, do it with kindness and love.

GRADY, Gradey

Language/Cultural Origin: Gaelic

Inherent Meaning: Noble

Spiritual Connotation: Strong

Scripture: Joshua 1:9 NKJV

Be strong and of good courage; do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.

GRAHAM, Graeham, Graeme

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From a Grand Home

Spiritual Connotation: Generous

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:13 NKJV

And now abide faith, hope, love, these three; but the greatest of these is love.

GRANGER, Grainger, Grange

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Farmer

Spiritual Connotation: God’s Follower

Scripture: Isaiah 48:17 NKJV

I am the LORD your God, who teaches you to profit, who leads you by the way you should go.

GRANT, Grantham, Grantley

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Tall

Spiritual Connotation: Assurance

Scripture: Psalm 18:2 NKJV

The LORD is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer; my God, my strength, in whom I will trust; my shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold.

GRANTLAND, Grantlund

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Great Plains

Spiritual Connotation: Strength in God

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6 NKJV

Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths.

GRANVILLE, Grenville

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: From the Large Village

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Psalm 37:6 NKJV

He shall bring forth your righteousness as the light, and your justice as the noonday.

GRAYSON, Greyson

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle English

Inherent Meaning: Son of the Bailiff

Spiritual Connotation: One of Knowledge

Scripture: Proverbs 13:14 NKJV

The law of the wise is a fountain of life, to turn one away from the snares of death.

GREER, Grier

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Watchful

Spiritual Connotation: Vigilant

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8-9 NKJV

Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour. Resist him, steadfast in the faith.

GREGORY, Greg, Gregg, Greggory, Gregori, Greig, Grigori

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Guardian

Spiritual Connotation: God’s Trustee

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:13 NKJV

Watch, stand fast in the faith, be brave, be strong. Let all that you do be done with love.

GRESHAM, Grisham

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Village bythe Pasture

Spiritual Connotation: Peaceful

Scripture: Psalm 23:2 NKJV

He makes me to lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside the still waters.

GRETA, Gretal, Grethal, Gretta

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Pearl

Spiritual Connotation: Eternal Hope

Scripture: Revelation 21:21 NKJV

The twelve gates were twelve pearls: each individual gate was of one pearl. And the street of the city was pure gold, like transparent glass.

GRETCHEN, Gretchin

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Pearl

Spiritual Connotation: Invaluable

Scripture: Psalm 36:7 NIV

How priceless is your unfailing love! Both high and low among men find refuge in the shadow of your wings.

GRIFFITH, Griffey

Language/Cultural Origin: Welsh

Inherent Meaning: Great Strength

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed of God

Scripture: Psalm 8:5-6 NKJV

You have crowned him with glory and honor. You have made him to have dominion over the works of Your hands; You have put all things under his feet.

GROVER, Grove

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Gardener

Spiritual Connotation: Consecrated

Scripture: Psalm 37:37 NKJV

Mark the blameless man, and observe the upright; for the future of that man is peace.

GUADALUPE, Guadulupe

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: From the Valley ofWolves

Spiritual Connotation: Wondrous

Scripture: Psalm 29:4 NASB

The voice of the LORD is powerful, the voice of the LORD is majestic.

GUILLAUME, Guillermo

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Strong Guardian

Spiritual Connotation: Shielded

Scripture: Psalm 5:11 NASB

But let all who take refuge in You be glad, let them ever sing for joy; and may You shelter them, that those who love Your name may exult in You.

GUINEVERE, Guenevere

Language/Cultural Origin: Welsh

Inherent Meaning: Unstained

Spiritual Connotation: Ransomed

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:19 TLB

But he paid for you with the precious lifeblood of Christ, the sinless, spotless Lamb of God.

GUNNAR, Gunner, Gunthar, Gunther, Günther

Language/Cultural Origin: Old Norse

Inherent Meaning: Warrior-King

Spiritual Connotation: Obedient

Scripture: Psalm 119:34 NKJV

Give me understanding, and I shall keep Your law; Indeed, I shall observe it with my whole heart.

GURION, Guri, Guriel

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Young Lion

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Proverbs 28:1 NKJV

The wicked flee when no one pursues, but the righteous are bold as a lion.

GUSTAVE, Gus, Guss, Gustaf, Gustáv, Gustavus

Language/Cultural Origin: Scandinavian

Inherent Meaning: God’s Staff

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Psalm 24:5 NKJV

He shall receive blessing from the LORD, and righteousness from the God of his salvation.

GUTHRIE, Gutherie, Guthrey

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: War Hero

Spiritual Connotation: Great

Scripture: Colossians 3:16 NKJV

Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom.

GUY, Guido, Gui

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Director

Spiritual Connotation: Peaceful

Scripture: James 3:18 NKJV

Now the fruit of righteousness is sown in peace by those who make peace.

GWENDOLYN, Gwen, Gwendalyn, Gwendolin, Gwendolynn, Gwenn

Language/Cultural Origin: Welsh

Inherent Meaning: Fair

Spiritual Connotation: Full of Honor

Scripture: Psalm 18:35 NKJV

You have also given me the shield of Your salvation; Your right hand has held me up, Your gentleness has made me great.

GWYNN, Gwinn, Gwyn, Gwynne

Language/Cultural Origin: Welsh

Inherent Meaning: Spotless

Spiritual Connotation: Seeker of Wisdom

Scripture: Isaiah 58:14 NKJV

Then you shall delight yourself in the LORD ; and I will cause you to ride on the high hills of the earth.

H

HABAIAH, Habiyah (see also Abia)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Has Hidden

Spiritual Connotation: Preserved

Scripture: Isaiah 49:2 NKJV

And He has made My mouth like a sharp sword; in the shadow of His hand He has hidden Me.

HADAD, Haddad

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Mighty

Spiritual Connotation: Strength of God

Scripture: Psalm 66:3 NRSV

How awesome are your deeds! Because of your great power, your enemies cringe before you.

HADASSAH, Hadása, Hadassa

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Star

Spiritual Connotation: Precious

Scripture: Genesis 1:16 NASB

God made the two great lights, the greater light to govern the day, and the lesser light to govern the night; He made the stars also.

HADDEN, Haddan, Haddon (see also Hayden)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Hill of Heather

Spiritual Connotation: Great Confidence

Scripture: Jeremiah 32:17 NKJV

Ah, Lord GOD! Behold, You have made the heavens and the earth by Your great power and outstretched arm. There is nothing too hard for You.

HADLAI, Haddlai (see also Adlai)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Frail

Spiritual Connotation: Child of God

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:9 NCV

My grace is enough for you. When you are weak, my power is made perfect in you.

HADLEY, Hadlee, Hadleigh

Language/Cultural Origin: Anglo-Saxon

Inherent Meaning: From the Field ofHeather

Spiritual Connotation: Peaceful Spirit

Scripture: Psalm 25:21 NKJV

Let integrity and uprightness preserve me, for I wait for You.

HADRIAN, Hadrien

Language/Cultural Origin: Swedish

Inherent Meaning: Dark

Spiritual Connotation: Just

Scripture: Colossians 4:1 NKJV

Masters, give your bondservants what is just and fair, knowing that you also have a Master in heaven.

HAGAN, Haggan

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Strong Defense

Spiritual Connotation: Immovable

Scripture: Psalm 62:6 NRSV

He alone is my rock and my salvation, my fortress; I shall not be shaken.

HAGAR, Haggar

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Fugitive

Spiritual Connotation: Assurance

Scripture: Genesis 21:18 NASB

Arise, lift up the lad, and hold him by the hand, for I will make a great nation of him.

HAGEN, Haggen

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Youthful

Spiritual Connotation: Accountable

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 12:1 KJV

Remember now thy Creator in the days of thy youth, while the evil days come not.

HAI, Haian

Language/Cultural Origin: Vietnamese

Inherent Meaning: Sea

Spiritual Connotation: Filled With Praise

Scripture: Psalm 69:34 NKJV

Let heaven and earth praise Him, the seas and everything that moves in them.

HAIDAR, Haidor

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Lion

Spiritual Connotation: Warrior of God

Scripture: Isaiah 31:4 KJV

Like as the lion and the young lion roaring on its prey . . . so shall the LORD of hosts come down to fight for Mount Zion.

HAIDEE, Haiday, Haydee (see also Heidi)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Modest

Spiritual Connotation: Humble

Scripture: Ezra 8:21 NKJV

Then I proclaimed a fast . . . that we might humble ourselves before our God, to seek from Him the right way for us and our little ones and all our possessions.

HAKIM, Hakeem, Hákeem (see also Akim, Joachim)

Language/Cultural Origin: Ethiopian

Inherent Meaning: Doctor

Spiritual Connotation: Healer

Scripture: Psalm 147:3 NKJV

He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.

HAL, see Harold

HALE, Haile

Language/Cultural Origin: Hawaiian

Inherent Meaning: Military Power

Spiritual Connotation: Act of God

Scripture: Psalm 106:8 RSV

Yet he saved them for his name’s sake, that he might make known his mighty power.

HALEN, Haylan

Language/Cultural Origin: Swedish

Inherent Meaning: Hall

Spiritual Connotation: Gracious

Scripture: Romans 12:14 NKJV

Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse.

HALEY, Haeley, Hailee, Hailey, Hailie, Halee, Haleigh, Halie, Haylee, Hayleigh, Hayley, Haylie

Language/Cultural Origin: Scandinavian

Inherent Meaning: Heroine

Spiritual Connotation: Creative

Scripture: Colossians 3:23-24 NKJV

And whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord and not to men . . . for you serve the Lord Christ.

HALIA, Halianna, Hallia, Halliana

Language/Cultural Origin: Hawaiian

Inherent Meaning: In Remembrance of a Loved One

Spiritual Connotation: Reflective

Scripture: Luke 22:19 NKJV

And He took bread, gave thanks and broke it, and gave it to them, saying, “This is My body which is given for you; do this in remembrance of Me.”

HALIAN, Halien

Language/Cultural Origin: Zuni

Inherent Meaning: Young

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:2 NKJV

And the things that you have heard from me among many witnesses, commit these to faithful men who will be ab le to teach others also.

HALIM, Haleem

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Patient

Spiritual Connotation: Persistent

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:2 NLT

Preach the word of God. Be persistent, whether the time is favorab le or not. Patiently correct, rebuke, and encourage your people with good teaching.

HALINA, Halinah (see also Helena)

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian

Inherent Meaning: Glowing

Spiritual Connotation: Godly Example

Scripture: Matthew 5:14 NLT

You are the light of the world—like a city on a mountain, glowing in the night for all to see.

HALLAN, Hallin

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Manor

Spiritual Connotation: Generous

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:9 TLB

The godly man gives generously to the poor. His good deeds will be an honor to him forever.

HALLE, Halla, Halley, Halli, Hally

Language/Cultural Origin: Nigerian

Inherent Meaning: Unexpected Gift

Spiritual Connotation: Blessing

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:13 TLB

Those you help . . . will praise God for this proof that your deeds are as good as your doctrine.

HALONA, Halonah

Language/Cultural Origin: Native American

Inherent Meaning: Fortunate

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Proverbs 3:18 NKJV

She is a tree of life to those who take hold of her, and happy are all who retain her.

HALSEY, Halsee, Halseigh, Halzee

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Ruler’s Island

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: 3 John 11 NKJV

Beloved, do not imitate what is evil, but what is good. He who does good is of God, but he who does evil has not seen God.

HAMAL, Hamaal

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Lamb

Spiritual Connotation: Hopeful

Scripture: Isaiah 11:6 NKJV

The wolf also shall dwell with the lamb, the leopard shall lie down with the young goat. . . . And a little child shall lead them.

HAMAN, Hayman

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Well Disposed

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:5 NLT

He will make you even more prosperous and numerous than your ancestors!

HAMILTON, Hamelton

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Fortified Castle

Spiritual Connotation: Faithful

Scripture: Proverbs 20:6 RSV

Many a man proclaims his own loyalty, but a faithful man who can find?

HAMLET, Hamlett

Language/Cultural Origin: Old Norse

Inherent Meaning: From the Village

Spiritual Connotation: Compassionate

Scripture: Luke 6:36 NKJV

Therefore be merciful, just as your Father also is merciful.

HAMLIN, Hamelin, Hamlyn

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Loves His Home

Spiritual Connotation: Godly Example

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25 NKJV

Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ also loved the church and gave Himself for her.

HAMMOND, Hamond

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Village

Spiritual Connotation: Witness

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:21 NASB

For you have been called for this purpose, since Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example for you to follow in His steps.

HAMUEL, Hammuel

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Warmth of God

Spiritual Connotation: Loving

Scripture: Isaiah 60:3 NLT

All nations will come to your light. Mighty kings will come to see your radiance.

HANA, Hanita

Language/Cultural Origin: Japanese

Inherent Meaning: Flower

Spiritual Connotation: Joyful

Scripture: Psalm 96:12-13 NCV

Let the fields and everything in them rejoice. Then all the trees of the forest will sing for joy before the LORD, because he is coming.

HANAN, Hannan, Hannen, Hannon

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Merciful

Spiritual Connotation: Compassionate

Scripture: Matthew 9:13 NRSV

I desire mercy, not sacrifice. For I have come to call not the righteous but sinners.

HANANI, Hananni, Hannani

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Has Shown Mercy

Spiritual Connotation: Promised

Scripture: Deuteronomy 4:31 TLB

For the Lord your God is merciful—he will not abandon you.

HANANIAH, Hananiyah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Is Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Numbers 6:24 NKJV

The LORD bless you and keep you; the LORD make His face shine upon you, and be gracious to you.

HANIA, Hanja, Hanya

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Resting Place

Spiritual Connotation: Peaceful

Scripture: Psalm 132:14 NLT

This is my home where I will live forever, he said. I will live here, for this is the place I desired.

HANIEL, Hanniel

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Grace of God

Spiritual Connotation: Restored

Scripture: Joel 2:13 NLT

Return to the LORD your God, for he is gracious and merciful.

HANLEY, Hanlee, Hanleigh, Henlee, Henleigh, Henley, Hensley

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the High Pasture

Spiritual Connotation: Protector, Shepherd

Scripture: Isaiah 49:10 NKJV

They shall neither hunger nor thirst, neither heat nor sun shall strike them; for He who has mercy on them will lead them.

HANNAH, Hanna

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Compassionate

Scripture: Psalm 145:8 NKJV

The LORD is gracious and full of compassion, Slow to anger and great in mercy.

HANNIBAL, Hanibal

Language/Cultural Origin: Phoenician

Inherent Meaning: Grace

Spiritual Connotation: Merciful

Scripture: Psalm 18:25 NKJV

With the merciful You will show Yourself merciful; with a blameless man You will show Yourself blameless.

HANS, Hansel, Hansen, Hanz

Language/Cultural Origin: Swedish

Inherent Meaning: God Is Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Discerning Spirit

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:10 NKJV

But by the grace of God I am what I am, and His grace toward me was not in vain.

HARAN, Harran

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Enlightened

Spiritual Connotation: Sanctified

Scripture: Ephesians 1:18 NASB

I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened.

HARBIN, Harbyn

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Little Warrior

Spiritual Connotation: Obedient

Scripture: Matthew 8:9 NKJV

For I also am a man under authority, having soldiers under me. And I say to this one, “Go,” and he goes; and to another, “Come,” and he comes.

HARDIN, Hardan

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Hares’ Valley

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Philippians 3:17 NCV

Brothers and sisters, all of you should try to follow my example and to copy those who live the way we showed you.

HARDY, Hardey

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Bold

Spiritual Connotation: Confident

Scripture: Hebrews 4:16 NKJV

Let us therefore come boldly to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need.

HAREL, Hariel, Harrel

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Mountain of God

Spiritual Connotation: Holy

Scripture: Exodus 3:1 NKJV

Now Moses . . . led the flock to the back of the desert, and came to Horeb, the mountain of God.

HARLAN, Harland, Harlon

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Land

Spiritual Connotation: Resolute

Scripture: Deuteronomy 31:6 NKJV

Be strong and of good courage, do not fear nor be afraid of them; for the LORD your God, He is the One who goes with you. He will not leave you nor forsake you.

HARLEY, Harlee, Harleigh

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Rabbit Pasture

Spiritual Connotation: Chosen of God

Scripture: John 15:19 NCV

If you belonged to the world, it would love you as it loves its own. But I have chosen you out of the world, so you don’t belong to it. That is why the world hates you.

HARMONY, Harmoni, Harmonie

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Oneness

Spiritual Connotation: Unifier

Scripture: Colossians 3:14 NCV

Do all these things; but most important, love each other. Love is what holds you all together in perfect unity.

HAROLD, Hal, Herald, Herold

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Army Leader

Spiritual Connotation: Born of God

Scripture: Acts 17:28 NKJV

For in Him we live and move and have our being, as also some of your own poets have said, for we are also His offspring.

HARPER, Harpo

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Harp Player

Spiritual Connotation: Instrument of Praise

Scripture: Psalm 33:2 NKJV

Praise the LORD with the harp; make melody to Him with an instrument of ten strings.

HARRIET, Harriett, Hattie

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Ruler of the Household

Spiritual Connotation: Discerner ofExcellence

Scripture: Philippians 4:8 NASB

Finally, brethren, whatever is true, . . . honorable, . . . right, . . . pure, . . . lovely, . . . [or] of good repute, if there is any excellence and if anything worthy of praise, let your mind dwell on these things.

HARRIS, Harrison

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Son of the Strong Man

Spiritual Connotation: Courageous

Scripture: Proverbs 24:5 NKJV

A wise man is strong, yes, a man of knowledge increases strength.

HARRY, Harray, Harrey

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Home Ruler

Spiritual Connotation: Integrity

Scripture: Ephesians 6:8 NKJV

Whatever good anyone does, he will receive the same from the Lord, whether he is a slave or free.

HARTLEY, Hartlee, Hartleigh

Language/Cultural Origin: Anglo-Saxon

Inherent Meaning: From the Deer Meadow

Spiritual Connotation: Victorious

Scripture: Psalm 50:15 NKJV

Call upon Me in the day of troub le; I will deliver you, and you shall glorify Me.

HARVEY, Harv (see also Hervé)

Language/Cultural Origin: Celtic

Inherent Meaning: Noble

Spiritual Connotation: Brave

Scripture: Psalm 100:3 NKJV

Know that the LORD, He is God; it is He who has made us, and not we ourselves; we are His people and the sheep of His pasture.

HASAD, Hasád, Hasaad (see also Asad)

Language/Cultural Origin: Turkish

Inherent Meaning: Harvester

Spiritual Connotation: Evangelist

Scripture: John 4:35 NCV

You have a saying, “Four more months till harvest.” But I tell you, open your eyes and look at the fields ready for harvest now.

HASANA, Haseina

Language/Cultural Origin: Swahili

Inherent Meaning: Firstborn

Spiritual Connotation: Follower of Christ

Scripture: Colossians 1:15 NKJV

He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation.

HASANI, Hasaan, Hasán, Hashaan (see also Ahsan, Ihsan)

Language/Cultural Origin: Swahili

Inherent Meaning: Handsome

Spiritual Connotation: Chosen

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:12 NKJV

He was ruddy, with bright eyes, and good-looking. And the LORD said, “Arise, anoint him; for this is the one!”

HASRAH, Hazrah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Splendor

Spiritual Connotation: Praise

Scripture: Exodus 15:11 RSV

Who is like thee, majestic in holiness, terrible in glorious deeds, doing wonders?

HATIPHA, Hateefa, Hateepha, Hatifa

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Captive

Spiritual Connotation: Obedient

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:5 NRSV

We take every thought captive to obey Christ.

HAVEN, Havan, Havin

Language/Cultural Origin: Dutch

Inherent Meaning: Harbor

Spiritual Connotation: Preserved

Scripture: Leviticus 25:18 NKJV

So you shall observe My statutes and keep My judgments, and perform them; and you will dwell in the land in safety.

HAYDEN, Haden, Haydn, Haydon (see also Hadden)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Hedged Valley

Spiritual Connotation: Victorious

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:2 NKJV

In the day of salvation I have helped you. Behold, now is the accepted time; behold, now is the day of salvation.

HAYES, Hays

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Hedged Valley

Spiritual Connotation: Moderate

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:12 NCV

I am allowed to do all things, but all things are not good for me to do. I am allowed to do all things, but I will not let anything make me its slave.

HAYLEY, see Haley

HAYWARD, Heyward

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Guardian/Protector ofthe Hedged Area

Spiritual Connotation: Secure

Scripture: Isaiah 26:3 NLT

You will keep in perfect peace all who trust in you, whose thoughts are fixed on you!

HAYWOOD, Heywood

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Hedged Forest

Spiritual Connotation: Chosen

Scripture: Acts 13:48 NKJV

And as many as had been appointed to eternal life believed.

HAZEL, Hazyl

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Commander ofAuthority

Spiritual Connotation: Cleansed

Scripture: 1 John 1:7 NKJV

But if we walk in the light as He is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the b lood of Jesus Christ His Son cleanses us from all sin.

HAZIEL, Hazael

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Sees

Spiritual Connotation: Witness

Scripture: John 8:38 NRSV

I declare what I have seen in the Father’s presence.

HEATH, Heathe

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Shrub

Spiritual Connotation: Protector

Scripture: Ephesians 6:16 NKJV

Above all, taking the shield of faith with which you will be ab le to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked one.

HEATHER, Heatherlee

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle English

Inherent Meaning: Flowering, Blooming

Spiritual Connotation: Cover of Beauty

Scripture: Matthew 6:28-29 NKJV

So why do you worry about clothing? Consider the lilies of the field. . . . I say to you that even Solomon in all his glory was not arrayed like one of these.

HEBRON

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Company

Spiritual Connotation: Inheritance

Scripture: Joshua 14:14 RSV

So Hebron became the inheritance of Caleb.

HECTOR, Hectar

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Steadfast

Spiritual Connotation: One of Integrity

Scripture: Luke 6:38 NKJV

Give, and it will be given to you. . . . For with the same measure that you use, it will be measured back to you.

HEIDI, Heide, Heidee, Hidee, Hiedi (see also Haidee)

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Honored

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Psalm 29:11 KJV

The LORD will give strength unto his people; the LORD will bless his people with peace.

HEINRICH, Heinrick, Heinrik

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Household Ruler

Spiritual Connotation: Just

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 18:14 NRSV

So David reigned over all Israel; and he administered justice and equity to all his people.

HELEN, Hellen

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Light

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Psalm 37:6 NKJV

He shall bring forth your righteousness as the light, and your justice as the noonday.

HELENA, Haleena, Halena, Helana, Heleana, Heleena (see also Halina)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Brightness

Spiritual Connotation: Testimony

Scripture: Isaiah 60:3 NRSV

Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your dawn.

HENLEY, see Hanley

HENRIETTA, Henrieta

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Household Ruler

Spiritual Connotation: Strong

Scripture: Psalm 18:32 NKJV

It is God who arms me with strength, and makes my way perfect.

HENRY, Hank, Henri, Henrí

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Ruler of the Household

Spiritual Connotation: Trusted

Scripture: Psalm 37:23 NKJV

The steps of a good man are ordered by the LORD, and He delights in his way.

HERBERT, Herb, Herbie

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Shining Soldier

Spiritual Connotation: Powerful Protector

Scripture: Psalm 37:31 NKJV

The law of his God is in his heart; none of his steps shall slide.

HERCULES

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Glorious Gift

Spiritual Connotation: Enduring

Scripture: Jude 1:24,25 NRSV

Now to him who is able to keep you from falling, be glory, majesty, power, and authority, before all time and now and forever. Amen.

HERMAN, Hermann, Hermon

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Noble Soldier

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Psalm 37:37 NKJV

Mark the blameless man, and observe the upright; for the future of that man is peace.

HERICK, Herrik

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: War Ruler

Spiritual Connotation: Chosen

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:13 RSV

But we are bound to give thanks to God always for you, brethren beloved by the Lord, because God chose you from the beginning to be saved.

HERSHEL, Herschel, Hershell

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Deer

Spiritual Connotation: Promise

Scripture: Isaiah 35:6 NKJV

Then the lame shall leap like a deer, and the tongue of the dumb sing. For waters shall burst forth in the wilderness, and streams in the desert.

HERVÉ, Hervay (see also Harvey)

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Warrior

Spiritual Connotation: Steadfast

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:12 NASB

Fight the good fight of faith; take hold of the eternal life to which you were called.

HESED, Heséd

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Kindness

Spiritual Connotation: Gentle

Scripture: Proverbs 3:3 NASB

Do not let kindness and truth leave you.

HESTER, Hestar (see also Esther)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Star

Spiritual Connotation: Gift of God

Scripture: Psalm 139:9-10 NKJV

If I take the wings of the morning, and dwell in the uttermost parts of the sea, even there Your hand shall lead me, and Your right hand shall hold me.

HEZEKIAH

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Has Strengthened

Spiritual Connotation: Hopeful

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:3 NRSV

But the Lord is faithful; he will strengthen you and guard you from the evil one.

HEZRAI, Hezrael

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Beautiful

Spiritual Connotation: Testimony

Scripture: Romans 10:15 RSV

How beautiful are the feet of those who preach good news!

HILDA, Hilde

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Battle Maid

Spiritual Connotation: Courageous

Scripture: Psalm 73:26 NKJV

My flesh and my heart fail; but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.

HILLARY, Hilaree, Hilari, Hilary, Hillaree, Hillarie, Hilleree, Hillory

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Cheerful

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: James 1:17 NKJV

Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and comes down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shadow of turning.

HILLEL, Hillal

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Greatly Praised

Spiritual Connotation: Humble

Scripture: Psalm 109:30 NKJV

I will greatly praise the LORD with my mouth; yes, I will praise Him among the multitude.

HILTON, Hillton

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Hill Town

Spiritual Connotation: Obedient

Scripture: Revelation 22:7 NASB

And behold, I am coming quickly. Blessed is he who heeds the words of the prophecy of this book.

HIRAH, Hierah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Noble

Spiritual Connotation: Holy

Scripture: Romans 6:18 NLT

Now you are free from sin, your old master, and you have become slaves to your new master, righteousness.

HIRAM, Hi, Hirom

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Most Noble

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Psalm 84:11 NKJV

For the LORD God is a sun and shield; the LORD will give grace and glory; no good thing will He withhold from those who walk uprightly.

HIROKO, Hirokoh

Language/Cultural Origin: Japanese

Inherent Meaning: Self-Sacrificing

Spiritual Connotation: Glorified

Scripture: Hebrews 9:26 NASB

Otherwise, He would have needed to suffer often since the foundation of the world; but now once at the consummation of the ages He has been manifested to put away sin by the sacrifice of Himself.

HIROSHI, Hirashi

Language/Cultural Origin: Japanese

Inherent Meaning: Generous

Spiritual Connotation: Cheerful

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:7 NCV

Each one should give as you have decided in your heart to give. You should not be sad when you give, and you should not give because you feel forced to give.

HISA, Hisae, Hisayo

Language/Cultural Origin: Japanese

Inherent Meaning: Long-Lasting

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: John 6:27 NKJV

Do not labor for the food which perishes, but for the food which endures to everlasting life.

HODIAH, Hodiyah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Splendor of God

Spiritual Connotation: Majestic

Scripture: Psalm 29:2 NRSV

Ascribe to the LORD the glory of his name; worship the LORD in holy splendor.

HOGAN, Hogen

Language/Cultural Origin: Gaelic

Inherent Meaning: Youthful

Spiritual Connotation: Generous Soul

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:12 NCV

This service you do not only helps the needs of God’s people, it also brings many more thanks to God.

HOLBROK, Holbrooke

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Brook

Spiritual Connotation: Peaceful

Scripture: Psalm 122:7 NKJV

Peace be within your walls, prosperity within your palaces.

HOLDEN, Holdin

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Valley Hollow

Spiritual Connotation: Fearless

Scripture: Joel 2:21 NKJV

Fear not, O land; be glad and rejoice, for the LORD has done marvelous things!

HOLLIS, Hollyss

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Holly Trees

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Isaiah 58:8 NKJV

Then your light shall break forth like the morning, your healing shall spring forth speedily, and your righteousness shall go before you.

HOLLY, Hollee, Holley, Holli, Hollie

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Holly Tree

Spiritual Connotation: Peaceful

Scripture: Philippians 4:7 NKJV

And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.

HOLLYANN, Hollianna, Hollyanne

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Kind

Scripture: Ephesians 4:32 NKJV

And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, just as God in Christ forgave you.

HOMER

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Covenant

Spiritual Connotation: Doer of God’s Word

Scripture: Jeremiah 32:40 NKJV

And I will make an everlasting covenant with them, that I will not turn away from doing them good.

HONORIA, Honor, Honora, Honoré

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Honorable Woman

Spiritual Connotation: Thankful

Scripture: Psalm 100:4 NKJV

Enter into His gates with thanksgiving, and into His courts with praise. Be thankful to Him, and bless His name.

HOPE, Hopie

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Trust in the Future

Spiritual Connotation: Understanding Heart

Scripture: Psalm 37:4 NKJV

Delight yourself also in the LORD, and He shall give you the desires of your heart.

HOPHNI, Hophnee, Hophney

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Strong

Spiritual Connotation: Arm of God

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:9 RSV

My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.

HORACE, Horacio, Horatio, Horatius

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Keeper of Time

Spiritual Connotation: Efficient

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-16 NKJV

See then that you walk circumspectly, not as fools but as wise, redeeming the time, because the days are evil.

HORTON, Horten

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Garden Estate

Spiritual Connotation: Faithful Steward

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:10 NRSV

Like good stewards of the manifold grace of God, serve one another with whatever gift each of you has received.

HOSANNA, Hosana (see also Osanna)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Has Heard

Spiritual Connotation: Praise the Lord

Scripture: John 12:13 NRSV

Hosanna! Blessed is the one who comes in the name of the Lord—the King of Israel!

HOSEA, Hoshea

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Deliverance

Spiritual Connotation: Strength

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:9 NKJV

My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness.

HOSHAMA, Hoshamma

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Has Heard

Spiritual Connotation: Godly

Scripture: 1 John 5:14 NRSV

If we ask anything according to his will, he hears us.

HOWARD, Howie

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Chief Guardian

Spiritual Connotation: Discerning

Scripture: Psalm 37:23 NKJV

The steps of a good man are ordered by the LORD, and He delights in his way.

HOWE, Howey

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Eminent

Spiritual Connotation: Protected

Scripture: Job 36:4 NKJV

For truly my words are not false; One who is perfect in knowledge is with you.

HOWELL, Howel

Language/Cultural Origin: Welsh

Inherent Meaning: Remarkable

Spiritual Connotation: Reconciled

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:18 NKJV

Now all things are of God, who has reconciled us to Himself through Jesus Christ, and has given us the ministry of reconciliation.

HOYT, Hoyte

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Spirited

Spiritual Connotation: Zealous

Scripture: Titus 2:14 NCV

He gave himself for us so he might pay the price to free us from all evil and to make us pure people who belong only to him.

HUBERT, Hubbard, Hubie

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Clear-Minded

Spiritual Connotation: Obedient

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:5 NKJV

You shall love the LORD your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your strength.

HUGH, Huey, Hughes, Hugo

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Thoughtful

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: James 3:17 NKJV

But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, willing to yield, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality and without hypocrisy.

HUMPHREY, Humfrey

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Protector

Spiritual Connotation: Peaceful Strength

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 7:12 NKJV

For wisdom is a defense as money is a defense, but the excellence of knowledge is that wisdom gives life to those who have it.

HUNTER, Huntar

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Hunter

Spiritual Connotation: Pursuer of Truth

Scripture: Lamentations 4:19 NRSV

Our pursuers were swifter than the eagles in the heavens; they chased us on the mountains, they lay in wait for us in the wilderness.

HUR, Hurr

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Noble

Spiritual Connotation: Purified

Scripture: Ephesians 4:24 NLT

You must display a new nature because you are a new person, created in God’s likeness—righteous, holy, and true.

HURLEY, Hurlee, Hurleigh

Language/Cultural Origin: Gaelic

Inherent Meaning: Lover of the Sea

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: James 1:17 NKJV

Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and comes down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shadow of turning.

HUXLEY, Huxlee

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Wise Man’sMeadow

Spiritual Connotation: Tranquil Spirit

Scripture: Romans 8:14 NKJV

For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, these are sons of God.

HYATT, Hyett

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the High Gate

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Psalm 55:22 NASB

Cast your burden upon the LORD, and He will sustain you; He will never allow the righteous to be shaken.

I

IAGO, Jago, Yago

Language/Cultural Origin: Welsh

Inherent Meaning: Supplanter

Spiritual Connotation: Replacement

Scripture: Isaiah 9:10 NKJV

The bricks have fallen down, but we will rebuild with hewn stones; the sycamores are cut down, but we will replace them with cedars.

IAN, Ean, Iain

Language/Cultural Origin: Scottish

Inherent Meaning: God Is Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Discreet

Scripture: Matthew 6:6 NKJV

When you pray, go into your room, and . . . pray to your Father who is in the secret place; and your Father who sees in secret will reward you openly.

IANOS, Iano, Iános

Language/Cultural Origin: Czech

Inherent Meaning: God Is Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Divine Vision

Scripture: Acts 14:20 NLT

But as the believers stood around him, he got up and went back into the city. The next day he left with Barnabas for Derbe.

IANTHE, Iantha, Yantha

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Violet Flower

Spiritual Connotation: Restored

Scripture: Isaiah 35:2 TLB

Yes, there will be an abundance of flowers and singing and joy! The deserts will become as green as the Lebanon mountains.

IBRI, Ibree

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Passes Over

Spiritual Connotation: Symbol

Scripture: Exodus 12:13 NRSV

When I see the b lood, I will pass over you, and no plague shall destroy you when I strike the land of Egypt.

ICHABOD

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: The Glory HasDeparted

Spiritual Connotation: Grief

Scripture: 1 Samuel 4:22 RSV

The glory has departed from Israel, for the ark of God has been captured.

IDA, Idaleena, Idarina

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Youthful

Spiritual Connotation: Industrious

Scripture: Psalm 16:11 NKJV

You will show me the path of life; In Your presence is fullness of joy; at Your right hand are pleasures forevermore.

IDALIA, Idalis, Idalys

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Creative

Spiritual Connotation: Gifted

Scripture: Psalm 19:1 NCV

The heavens tell the glory of God, and the skies announce what his hands have made.

IESHA, Ieasha, Ieesha, Ieisha, Ieshia (see also Aiesha)

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Woman

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Exodus 3:22 TLB

Every woman will ask for jewels, silver, gold, and the finest of clothes from her Egyptian master’s wife and neighbors. You will clothe your sons and daughters with the best of Egypt!

IGNATIA, Ignacia, Ignashia

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Ardent

Spiritual Connotation: Full of Honor

Scripture: Psalm 51:10 KJV

Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit within me.

IGNATIUS, Ignacius, Ignashus

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Ardent

Spiritual Connotation: Diligent

Scripture: Romans 12:11 NRSV

Do not lag in zeal, be ardent in spirit, serve the Lord.

IGOR, Igorr

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian

Inherent Meaning: Protected

Spiritual Connotation: Preserved

Scripture: Psalm 20:1 NKJV

May the LORD answer you in the day of trouble; may the name of the God of Jacob defend you.

IHSAN, Ihsaan, Ihsán (see also Ahsan, Hasani)

Language/Cultural Origin: Turkish

Inherent Meaning: Compassionate

Spiritual Connotation: Loving

Scripture: Psalm 63:3 RSV

Because thy steadfast love is better than life, my lips will praise thee.

ILAN, Illan

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Youth

Spiritual Connotation: Pride of the Father

Scripture: Psalm 127:4 NCV

Children who are born to a young man are like arrows in the hand of a warrior.

ILANA, Ilani, Illana, Illanda, Illani

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Tree

Spiritual Connotation: Firmly Rooted

Scripture: Psalm 1:3 NLT

They are like trees planted along the riverbank . . . and in all they do, they prosper.

ILIANA, Ileana, Illiana (see also Eliana, Liana)

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: From Troy

Spiritual Connotation: Believer

Scripture: Romans 1:16 NKJV

For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ, for it is the power of God to salvation for everyone who believes, for the Jew first and also for the Greek.

ILONA, Ileena, Ilina

Language/Cultural Origin: Hungarian

Inherent Meaning: Light

Spiritual Connotation: Disciple of Christ

Scripture: John 15:8 NRSV

My Father is glorified by this, that you bear much fruit and become my disciples.

ILYA, Ilias, Iljah (see also Elya)

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian

Inherent Meaning: The Lord Is My God

Spiritual Connotation: Confessor

Scripture: Matthew 27:54 NKJV

So when the centurion . . . saw the earthquake and the things that had happened, [he] feared greatly, saying, “Truly this was the Son of God!”

IMAN, Imani

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Believer

Spiritual Connotation: Illuminated

Scripture: John 12:46 NASB

I have come as light into the world, that everyone who believes in Me may not remain in darkness.

IMELDA, Imalda

Language/Cultural Origin: Swiss

Inherent Meaning: All-Encompassing Battle

Spiritual Connotation: Victorious

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:10 NASB

They are Your servants and Your people whom You redeemed by Your great power and by Your strong hand.

IMLA, Imlah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Fulfilling

Spiritual Connotation: Prosperous

Scripture: John 10:10 NKJV

I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly.

IMMANUEL, IMMANUELA, see Emanuel, Emanuela

IMOGENE, Imogenia

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Image

Spiritual Connotation: Likeness of God

Scripture: Hebrews 8:10 NKJV

I will put My laws in their mind and write them on their hearts; and I will be their God, and they shall be My people.

IMRA, Imrah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Stubborn

Spiritual Connotation: Learner of Obedience

Scripture: Hosea 4:16 TLB

Don’t be like Israel, stubborn as a heifer, resisting the Lord’s attempts to lead her in green pastures.

IMRAN, Imrand

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Host

Spiritual Connotation: Gracious

Scripture: Romans 16:23 NCV

Gaius is letting me and the whole church here use his home. He also sends greetings to you.

IMRI, Imree, Imrée

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Speech

Spiritual Connotation: Empowered

Scripture: Acts 11:15 RSV

As I began to speak, the Holy Spirit fell on them just as on us at the beginning.

INA, Inah

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Pure

Spiritual Connotation: Divine Inspiration

Scripture: Job 22:28 NKJV

You will also declare a thing, and it will be established for you; so light will shine on your ways.

INDIA, Indya

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From India

Spiritual Connotation: Gift of Faith

Scripture: Job 19:25 NRSV

For I know that my Redeemer lives, and that at the last he will stand upon the earth.

INDIGO

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Dark Blue

Spiritual Connotation: Strengthened

Scripture: Psalm 42:5 RSV

Why are you cast down, O my soul, and why are you disquieted within me? Hope in God.

INDIRA, Indra

Language/Cultural Origin: Indo-Pakistani

Inherent Meaning: Splendid

Spiritual Connotation: Miraculous

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 16:24 NKJV

Declare His glory among the nations, His wonders among all peoples.

INESSA, Innessa

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian

Inherent Meaning: Innocent

Spiritual Connotation: Cleansed

Scripture: Psalm 36:6 NKJV

Your righteousness is like the great mountains; Your judgments are a great deep; O LORD .

INGEMAR, Ingeborg

Language/Cultural Origin: Old Norse

Inherent Meaning: Famous Son

Spiritual Connotation: Adventurous

Scripture: Job 23:14 NKJV

For He performs what is appointed for me, And many such things are with Him.

INGER, Ing, Inga, Inge

Language/Cultural Origin: Old Norse

Inherent Meaning: Army of the Son

Spiritual Connotation: Kind

Scripture: Matthew 25:40 NKJV

Assuredly, I say to you, inasmuch as you did it to one of the least of these My brethren, you did it to Me.

INGERLISA, Ingerlise

Language/Cultural Origin: Norwegian

Inherent Meaning: Praised Daughter

Spiritual Connotation: Consecrated to God

Scripture: Romans 12:1 NCV

So brothers and sisters, since God has shown us great mercy, I beg you to offer your lives as a living sacrifice to Him.

INGRAM, Ingraham, Ingrim

Language/Cultural Origin: Old Norse

Inherent Meaning: King’s Raven

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: Psalm 121:1 NKJV

I will lift up my eyes to the hills; from whence comes my help?

INGRID, Ingela

Language/Cultural Origin: Old Norse

Inherent Meaning: Hero’s Daughter

Spiritual Connotation: Cherished

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:9 NKJV

Eye has not seen, nor ear heard, nor have entered into the heart of man the things which God has prepared for those who love Him.

INIKO, Ineeko

Language/Cultural Origin: Ibo

Inherent Meaning: Born During HardTimes

Spiritual Connotation: Forever Preserved

Scripture: Psalm 27:5 NRSV

For he will hide me in his shelter in the day of troub le; he will conceal me under the cover of his tent; he will set me high on a rock.

INKA, Inkah

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian

Inherent Meaning: Heavenly

Spiritual Connotation: Image of God

Scripture: Matthew 5:48 NKJV

Therefore you shall be perfect, just as your Father in heaven is perfect.

INNIS, Innes, Inness (see also Ennis)

Language/Cultural Origin: Gaelic

Inherent Meaning: From the Island

Spiritual Connotation: Obedient

Scripture: Psalm 119:30 NKJV

I have chosen the way of truth; Your judgments I have laid before me.

IOAN, Ioann

Language/Cultural Origin: Romanian

Inherent Meaning: God Is Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Cherished

Scripture: Titus 2:11 NRSV

For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation to all.

IOANNA, Ioana

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian

Inherent Meaning: God Is Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Set Apart

Scripture: Ephesians 3:2 NCV

Surely you have heard that God gave me this work through his grace to help you.

IOLA, Iolia

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Dawn of Day

Spiritual Connotation: One Made Worthy

Scripture: Revelation 2:7 NKJV

To him who overcomes I will give to eat from the tree of life, which is in the midst of the Paradise of God.

IOLANA, Iolanna

Language/Cultural Origin: Hawaiian

Inherent Meaning: Soaring Like a Hawk

Spiritual Connotation: Steadfast

Scripture: Isaiah 40:31 RSV

But they who wait for the LORD shall renew their strength, they shall mount up with wings like eagles, they shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint.

IONA, Ione, Ionia

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Violet Flower

Spiritual Connotation: Inner Beauty

Scripture: Psalm 119:34 NKJV

Give me understanding, and I shall keep Your law; indeed, I shall observe it with my whole heart.

IRA, Irah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Watchful

Spiritual Connotation: Led by the Spirit

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23 NKJV

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control.

IRAM, Irram

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Brightness

Spiritual Connotation: Profound

Scripture: Psalm 18:12 NLT

The brilliance of his presence broke through the clouds, raining down hail and burning coals.

IRENE, Irena, Iryna

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Messenger of Peace

Spiritual Connotation: Victorious Spirit

Scripture: Job 22:28 NIV

What you decide on will be done, and light will shine on your ways.

IRI, Iree, Ireigh

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Watches

Spiritual Connotation: In the Light

Scripture: John 2:25 NIV

He did not need man’s testimony about man, for he knew what was in a man.

IRIJAH, Irija, Iriya, Iriyah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Sees

Spiritual Connotation: One of Integrity

Scripture: Job 31:4 NASB

Does He not see my ways, and number all my steps?

IRINA, Irana, Iriana, Irianna (see also Ariana)

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian

Inherent Meaning: Serenity

Spiritual Connotation: Absolute Peace

Scripture: Exodus 11:7 NASB

But against any of the sons of Israel a dog shall not even bark . . . that you may understand how the LORD makes a distinction between Egypt and Israel.

IRIS, Irisa, Irisha, Irissa, Irusya

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Rainbow

Spiritual Connotation: God’s Promise

Scripture: Psalm 104:24 NKJV

O LORD, how manifold are Your works! In wisdom You have made them all. The earth is full of Your possessions.

IRMA, Erma, Irmina

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Exalted

Spiritual Connotation: Excellent Virtue

Scripture: Acts 2:28 NKJV

You have made known to me the ways of life; You will make me full of joy in Your presence.

IRVING, Earvin, Erv, Ervin, Ervine, Erving, Irv, Irvin, Irvine

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Handsome

Spiritual Connotation: Trusting Spirit

Scripture: Isaiah 26:3 NKJV

You will keep him in perfect peace, Whose mind is stayed on You, Because he trusts in You.

IRWIN, Erwin, Erwyn, Irwyn

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Friend

Spiritual Connotation: Triumphant Spirit

Scripture: Zechariah 4:6 NKJV

This is the word of the LORD to Zerubba-bel: “Not by might nor by power, but by My Spirit,” says the LORD of hosts.

ISAAC, Ike, Isaak, Isac, Isak, Ishaq, Itzak, Izaac, Izaak, Izac, Izak, Izák, Izakk, Izzy, Yitzak, Yitzhak

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Laughter

Spiritual Connotation: Child of Promise

Scripture: Genesis 21:6 NASB

God has made laughter for me; everyone who hears will laugh with me.

ISABEL, Isabela, Isabella, Isabelle, Izabel, Izabele, Izabella

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: Consecrated to God

Spiritual Connotation: Discerning Spirit

Scripture: Isaiah 60:1 NKJV

Arise, shine; for your light has come! And the glory of the LORD is risen upon you.

ISADORA, Isidora

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Gift of the Goddess

Spiritual Connotation: Inspired

Scripture: John 5:30 NKJV

I can of Myself do nothing. . . . I do not seek My own will but the will of the Father who sent Me.

ISAIAH, Isaia, Isiah, Izaiah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Is My Salvation

Spiritual Connotation: Steadfast

Scripture: Matthew 17:20 NKJV

If you have faith as a mustard seed, you will say to this mountain, Move from here to there, and it will move; and nothing will be impossible for you.

ISHMAEL, Ishmeil, Ishmaiah, Ismael, Ismail

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Will Hear

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Genesis 17:20 NCV

As for Ishmael, I have heard you. I will bless him and give him many descendants. . . . I will make him into a great nation.

ISHMAELA, Ismaela

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Will Hear

Spiritual Connotation: Trusting

Scripture: Philemon 1:22 NCV

One more thing—prepare a room for me in which to stay, because I hope God will answer your prayers and I will be ab le to come to you.

ISRAEL, Izrael, Yisrael

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Wrestled With God

Spiritual Connotation: Reminder

Scripture: Genesis 32:25 NKJV

Now when He saw that He did not prevail against him, He touched the socket of his hip; and the socket of Jacob’s hip was out of joint as He wrestled with him.

ISSACHAR

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Reward

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: 1 Samuel 24:19 NKJV

Therefore may the LORD reward you with good for what you have done to me this day.

ITALIA, Italie, Italya

Language/Cultural Origin: Italian

Inherent Meaning: From Italy

Spiritual Connotation: Flexible

Scripture: Isaiah 64:8 NKJV

But now, O LORD, You are our Father; we are the clay, and You our potter; and all we are the work of Your hand.

IVAN, Iven

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian

Inherent Meaning: God Is Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Triumphant

Scripture: Luke 6:38 NKJV

Give, and it will be given to you. . . . For with the same measure that you use, it will be measured back to you.

IVANA, Ivania, Ivanna

Language/Cultural Origin: Slavic

Inherent Meaning: God Is Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Thankful

Scripture: Galatians 2:21 NKJV

I do not set aside the grace of God; for if righteousness comes through the law, then Christ died in vain.

IVAR, Iver, Ivor

Language/Cultural Origin: Old Norse

Inherent Meaning: Noble

Spiritual Connotation: Peaceful

Scripture: John 14:27 NKJV

Peace I leave with you, My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.

IVES, see Yves

IVONNE, Ivete, Ivette, Ivonn (see also Yvonne)

Language/Cultural Origin: Scandinavian

Inherent Meaning: Yew Wood

Spiritual Connotation: Devout

Scripture: Luke 7:50 TLB

Your faith has saved you; go in peace.

IVORY, Ivori

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Made of Ivory

Spiritual Connotation: Fearless

Scripture: Matthew 14:27 NASB

Take courage, it is I; do not be afraid.

IVRIA, Ivriah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: From the Far Side of the Euphrates River

Spiritual Connotation: Fruitful

Scripture: John 7:38 NRSV

Out of the believer’s heart shall flow rivers of living water.

IVY, Ivey, Ivie

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Ivy Plant

Spiritual Connotation: Trusting

Scripture: Isaiah 26:3 NKJV

You will keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on You, because he trusts in You.

IWAN, Iwann

Language/Cultural Origin: Polish

Inherent Meaning: God Is Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Grateful

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:10 NCV

But God’s grace has made me what I am, and his grace to me was not wasted.

IZRI, Izree (see also Ezra)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Creative

Spiritual Connotation: Skilled

Scripture: Exodus 31:3 NKJV

And I have filled him with the Spirit of God . . . in all manner of workmanship.

IZUSA, Izussa

Language/Cultural Origin: Native American

Inherent Meaning: White Stone

Spiritual Connotation: Overcomer

Scripture: Revelation 2:17 NRSV

To everyone who conquers I will give . . . a white stone, and on the white stone is written a new name that no one knows except the one who receives it.

J

JAAKAN, Jaekan, Jakan, Jaikan (see also Jachan)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Intelligent

Spiritual Connotation: Discerning

Scripture: Proverbs 4:5 NASB

Acquire wisdom! Acquire understanding! Do not forget, nor turn away from the words of my mouth.

JAALA, Jala

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Doe

Spiritual Connotation: Loving

Scripture: Psalm 42:1 NRSV

As a deer longs for flowing streams, so my soul longs for you, O God.

JAALAM, Jalam

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Hidden

Spiritual Connotation: Guardian of Wisdom

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:27 NKJV

But God has chosen the foolish things of the world to put to shame the wise.

JAAN, Jaann, Jaano, JayAnn, Yaan

Language/Cultural Origin: Estonian

Inherent Meaning: Disciple of Christ

Spiritual Connotation: Anointed

Scripture: John 8:31 NRSV

If you continue in my word, you are truly my disciples.

JAASIEL, Jasiel

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Is My Maker

Spiritual Connotation: Thankful

Scripture: Psalm 139:14 NASB

I will give thanks to Thee, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made.

JAAZIEL, Jaziel

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Is My Comfort

Spiritual Connotation: Nurtured

Scripture: Isaiah 66:13 NRSV

As a mother comforts her child, so I will comfort you; you shall be comforted in Jerusalem.

JABARI, Jabaar, Jabar, Jabbar, Jabier

Language/Cultural Origin: Swahili

Inherent Meaning: Fearless

Spiritual Connotation: Leader

Scripture: Matthew 28:5-6 NKJV

Do not be afraid, for I know that you seek Jesus who was crucified. He is not here; for He is risen, as He said.

JABEZ, Jabe, Jabesh

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Born in Pain

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Joel 2:25 NKJV

So I will restore to you the years that the swarming locust has eaten.

JABIN, Jaban

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Has Formed

Spiritual Connotation: Chosen

Scripture: Psalm 139:13 NCV

You made my whole being; you formed me in my mother’s body.

JACHAN, Jacan, Jachon, Jacon (see also Jaakan)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Trouble

Spiritual Connotation: Victorious

Scripture: John 16:33 NASB

These things I have spoken to you, that in Me you may have peace. In the world you have tribulation, but take courage; I have overcome the world.

JACEY, J.C., Jace, Jacee, Jacie, Jaciel, Jayce, Jaycee, Jaycey, Jaycie (see also Jacy)

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Prestigous

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Ezekiel 34:29 RSV

And I will provide for them prosperous plantations so that they shall no more be consumed with hunger in the land.

JACINDA, Jacenda, Jacinta

Language/Cultural Origin: Hispanic

Inherent Meaning: Beautiful

Spiritual Connotation: Cherished

Scripture: Song of Songs 1:15 NASB

How beautiful you are, my darling, How beautiful you are! Your eyes are like doves.

JACK, Jackie, Jacky, Jax

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: God Is Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Redeemed

Scripture: Colossians 1:6 TLB

The same Good News that came to you is going out all over the world and changing lives everywhere.

JACKSON, Jakson, Jaxon

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Son of Jack

Spiritual Connotation: Gracious

Scripture: Psalm 111:4 NKJV

He has made His wonderful works to be remembered; the LORD is gracious and full of compassion.

JACOB, Jacobb, Jacobs, Jakab, Jakiv, Jakov, Jakub (see also Yakov)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Supplanter

Spiritual Connotation: Benevolent

Scripture: 1 John 2:17 NKJV

And the world is passing away, and the lust of it; but he who does the will of God abides forever.

JACOBI, Jackobi

Language/Cultural Origin: Scottish

Inherent Meaning: Replacement

Spiritual Connotation: Joyous

Scripture: Isaiah 9:10 NASB

The bricks have fallen down, but we will rebuild with smooth stones; the sycamores have been cut down, but we will replace them with cedars.

JACQUELINE, Jacalyn, Jackalyn, Jackee, Jacki, Jackie, Jacklyn, Jacqué, Jacquelyn, Jacquelynn, Jacqui, Jakki, Jaquelynn, Jaqui

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Substitute

Spiritual Connotation: Renewal

Scripture: Job 33:4 NKJV

The Spirit of God has made me, and the breath of the Almighty gives me life.

JACQUES, Jacquan, Jacque, Jacquees, Jacquez, Jaques

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Supplanter

Spiritual Connotation: Redeemed

Scripture: Titus 3:5 NASB

He saved us . . . according to His mercy, by the washing of regeneration and renewing by the Holy Spirit.

JACY, Jaicy (see also Jacey)

Language/Cultural Origin: Guarani

Inherent Meaning: Moon

Spiritual Connotation: Reverent

Scripture: Psalm 72:5 NIV

He will endure as long as the sun, as long as the moon, through all generations.

JADA, Jaeda, Jaida, Jayda

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Wise

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Proverbs 4:7 NIV

Wisdom is supreme; therefore get wisdom. Though it cost all you have, get understanding.

JADE, Jadah, Jadi, Jadie, Jady, Jaide, Jayde

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: Precious Gem

Spiritual Connotation: Priceless

Scripture: James 1:17 NKJV

Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and comes down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shadow of turning.

JADON, Jaden, Jadin, Jaeden, Jaedon

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Has Heard

Spiritual Connotation: Seeker of the Truth

Scripture: Psalm 5:3 NIV

In the morning, O LORD, you hear my voice; in the morning I lay my requests before you and wait in expectation.

JAE, see Jaye

JAEGAR, Jaager

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Hunter

Spiritual Connotation: Increase

Scripture: Genesis 1:22 NKJV

Be fruitful and multiply, and fill the waters in the seas, and let birds multiply on the earth.

JAE-HWA, Jaewah

Language/Cultural Origin: Korean

Inherent Meaning: Prosperous

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11 NLT

For I know the plans I have for you, says the LORD . They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope.

JAEL, Jaela, Jaelle (see also Yael)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Mountain Climber

Spiritual Connotation: God’s Servant

Scripture: Psalm 90:2 NRSV

Before the mountains were brought forth, or ever you had formed the earth and the world, from everlasting to everlasting you are God.

JA’FAR, Jafar, Jaffar

Language/Cultural Origin: Sanskrit

Inherent Meaning: Little Stream

Spiritual Connotation: Refreshing

Scripture: Psalm 46:4 NASB

There is a river whose streams make glad the city of God, the holy dwelling places of the Most High.

JAFFA, see Yaffa

JAGA, Yaga

Language/Cultural Origin: Polish

Inherent Meaning: Innocent

Spiritual Connotation: Cleansed

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 29:18 RSV

We have cleansed all the house of the LORD .

JAGO, see Iago

JAHDIEL, Jadiel, Yadiel

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Gladdens

Spiritual Connotation: Cheerful

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:10 NKJV

Do not sorrow, for the joy of the LORD is your strength.

JAHZEEL, Jahziel, Jazeel, Jaziel

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Distributes

Spiritual Connotation: Righteousness of Christ

Scripture: Zechariah 3:4 NKJV

See, I have removed your iniquity from you, and I will clothe you with rich robes.

JAIME, Jaimey, Jaimee, Jaimmie, Jaimy, Jayme (see also Jamie)

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: I Love

Spiritual Connotation: Devoted

Scripture: Psalm 18:1 NKJV

I will love You, O LORD, my strength.

JAIRUS, Jairo, Jarius

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Enlightens

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: Isaiah 5:16 NKJV

But the LORD of hosts shall be exalted in judgment, and God who is holy shall be hallowed in righteousness.

JAJUAN, Jauan, Jawaan, Jawan, Jawann, Jawaun, Jawon, Jawuan, Jujuan, Juwaan, Juwan, Juwann, Juwaun, Juwon, Juwuan

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: God Is Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Jonah 4:2 NKJV

For I know that You are a gracious and merciful God, slow to anger and abundant in lovingkindness, One who relents from doing harm.

JAKE, Jayke

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Substitute

Spiritual Connotation: New Covenant

Scripture: Colossians 3:11 TLB

In this new life one’s nationality or race or education or social position is unimportant. . . . Whether a person has Christ is what matters.

JAKIM, Jakeem

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Uplifted

Spiritual Connotation: Chosen

Scripture: John 12:32 NRSV

And I, when I am lifted up from the earth, will draw all people to myself.

JALILA, Jalile

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Great

Spiritual Connotation: Humble

Scripture: Matthew 20:16 NKJV

So the last will be first, and the first last. For many are called, but few chosen.

JAMAAL, Jamar, see Jhamil

JAMARCUS, Jamarco, Jemarcus

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Aggressive

Spiritual Connotation: Zealous

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:12 NKJV

Even so you, since you are zealous for spiritual gifts, let it be for the edification of the church that you seek to excel.

JAMARIO, Jamari, Jamariel, Jamarius, Jemarus

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Of the Sea

Spiritual Connotation: Filled With Praise

Scripture: Psalm 69:34 NKJV

Let heaven and earth praise Him, the seas and everything that moves in them.

JAMES, Jaimes, Jaymes, Jim, Jimi, Jimmee, Jimmie, Jimmy, Jimy

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Supplanter

Spiritual Connotation: Nurtured

Scripture: Psalm 23:4 KJV

Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.

JAMESON, Jamerson, Jamison, Jemisian

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Son of James

Spiritual Connotation: Persevering

Scripture: Jude 1:21 NKJV

Keep yourselves in the love of God, looking for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ unto eternal life.

JAMIE, Jama, Jamee, Jamey, Jami, Jamia, Jamian, Jamii, Jammie, Jamya, Jaymee, Jaymie (see also Jaime)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Replacement

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: Matthew 13:28-29 NASB

Do you want us, then, to go and gather them up? No, lest while you are gathering up the tares, you may root up the wheat with them.

JAMILA, Jahmela, Jahmelia, Jameela, Jamelia, Jamelle, Jamelya, Jamilia, Jamillia, Yamila, Yamilla

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Beautiful

Spiritual Connotation: Loving

Scripture: Philippians 4:8 NKJV

Finally, brethren, whatever things are true, . . . noble, . . . just, . . . pure, . . . lovely, . . . of good report, if there is any virtue and if there is anything praiseworthy; meditate on these things.

JAMIN, Jaman, Jamial, Jamian, Jamiel, Jamien, Jaymin

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Favored

Spiritual Connotation: Triumphant

Scripture: Psalm 44:3 NASB

Their own arm did not save them, but Your right hand and Your arm and the light of Your presence, for You favored them.

JAMOND, Jamand, Jamon, Jamón (see also Jemond)

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Mighty Protector

Spiritual Connotation: Exalted

Scripture: Psalm 25:20 NRSV

O guard my life, and deliver me; do not let me be put to shame, for I take refuge in you.

JAN, Jani, Jania, Jann

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: God’s Gift

Spiritual Connotation: Cherished

Scripture: Psalm 70:4 NKJV

Let all those who seek You rejoice and be glad in You; and let those who love Your salvation say continually, let God be magnified!

JANA, Janna (See also Yana)

Language/Cultural Origin: Slavic

Inherent Meaning: Gift of God

Spiritual Connotation: Cherished

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:11 NKJV

Houses full of all good things, which you did not fill, hewn-out wells which you did not dig, vineyards and olive trees which you did not plant.

JANAE, Janaé, Janay, Janaya, Janea, Janée, Jannay, Jenay, Jenaya, Jennae, Jennay, Jennaya

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: God Is Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Treasured

Scripture: Numbers 6:24-25 NKJV

The LORD bless you and keep you; the LORD make His face shine upon you, and be gracious to you.

JANAN, Janani, Janann

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Tenderhearted

Spiritual Connotation: Gentle

Scripture: Ephesians 4:32 NASB

And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving each other, just as God in Christ also has forgiven you.

JANE, Jaine, Janet, Janett, Janey, Janie, Janice, Janis, Jannie, Jayna, Jayne, Jaynee

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: God Is Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Beloved

Scripture: Romans 12:2 NKJV

And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.

JANELLE, Janel, Janele, Janell, Janella, Janiel, Janielle, Jannel, Jannell, Jannelle, Jenell, Jenelle, Jennell, Jennelle, Jonell, Jonelle

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: God Is Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Psalm 138:8 NKJV

The LORD will perfect that which concerns me; your mercy, O LORD, endures forever; do not forsake the works of Your hands.

JANESSA, Janiesha, Janissa, Jannisha, Jannissa, Jenisa, Jenisha, Jenissa, Jennisha, Jennisse

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: God Is Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Delivered

Scripture: Nehemiah 9:31 RSV

Nevertheless in thy great mercies thou didst not make an end of them or forsake them; for thou art a gracious and merciful God.

JANSON, Jansen, Janssen, Jantzen, Janzen, Jensen

Language/Cultural Origin: Scandinavian

Inherent Meaning: Son of Jan

Spiritual Connotation: Joyful

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:8 NRSV

Although you have not seen him, you love him; and even though you do not see him now, you believe in him and rejoice with an indescribab le and glorious joy.

JAPHETH, Japeth, Yaphet, Yapheth

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: May He Expand

Spiritual Connotation: Ancestor

Scripture: Genesis 9:27 NASB

May God enlarge Japheth, and let him dwell in the tents of Shem; and let Canaan be his servant.

JARAH, Jarrah (see also Jerah)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Sweet as Honey

Spiritual Connotation: Discerner

Scripture: Revelation 10:10 NKJV

Then I took the little book out of the angel’s hand and ate it, and it was as sweet as honey in my mouth.

JARDAN, Jarden, Jardena, Jardina (see also Jordan)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Descender

Spiritual Connotation: Aide

Scripture: Psalm 10:14 NKJV

The helpless commits himself to You; You are the helper of the fatherless.

JARED, Jarad, Ja’red, Jarod, Jarrad, Jarred, Jarrod, Jarryd, Jerad, Jerod, Jerrad, Jerrod, Jerryd, Yarod, Yarrod

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Descendent

Spiritual Connotation: Favored

Scripture: Matthew 21:22 NKJV

And whatever things you ask in prayer, believing, you will receive.

JAREK, Jarrek

Language/Cultural Origin: Slavic

Inherent Meaning: Born in January

Spiritual Connotation: Promised Assurance

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:14 NKJV

And the grace of our Lord was exceedingly abundant, with faith and love which are in Christ Jesus.

JARELL, Jarel, Jarelle, Jarrell, Jerall, Jerel, Jerral, Jerell, Jerrel, Jerrell

Language/Cultural Origin: Scandinavian

Inherent Meaning: Mighty

Spiritual Connotation: Power of God

Scripture: Exodus 9:16 NKJV

But indeed for this purpose I have raised you up, that I may show My power in you, and that My name may be declared in all the earth.

JAROAH, Jaroha, Jaroyah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: New Moon

Spiritual Connotation: Festive

Scripture: Psalm 81:3 RSV

Blow the trumpet at the new moon, at the full moon, on our feast day.

JARON, Jaaron, Jairon, Jaren, Jarón, Jarone (see also Jeron, Yaron)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: He Will Sing; He WillCry Out

Spiritual Connotation: Joyful

Scripture: Job 8:21 NKJV

He will yet fill your mouth with laughing, and your lips with rejoicing.

JARRETT, Jaret, Jareth, Jarratt, Jarret, Jarrot, Jarrott, Jerrat, Jerrett, Jerott (see also Garrett)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Warrior

Spiritual Connotation: Brave

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:13 NRSV

Keep alert, stand firm in your faith, be courageous, be strong.

JARVIS, Jarvas, Javares, Javaris, Javarius, Javaron, Javarus

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Skilled

Spiritual Connotation: Inspired

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:2 NKJV

And in the day of salvation I have helped you. Behold, now is the accepted time; behold, now is the day of salvation.

JASIA, Jasha, Jasio, Jasya, Jazya

Language/Cultural Origin: Polish

Inherent Meaning: God Is Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Forgiven

Scripture: Joel 2:13 TLB

Return to the Lord your God, for he is gracious and merciful. He is not easily angered; he is full of kindness and anxious not to punish you.

JASMINE, Jas, Jasmain, Jasmaine, Jasman, Jasmin, Jasmon, Jasmyn, Jass, Jassmin, Jassmine, Jassmyn, Jaz, Jazmin, Jazmine, Jazminn, Jazmon, Jazmyne, Jazz, Jazze, Jazzman, Jazzmin, Jazzmon, Jazzmyn (see also Yasmine)

Language/Cultural Origin: Persian

Inherent Meaning: Jasmine Flower

Spiritual Connotation: Messenger of Love

Scripture: Isaiah 55:11 NKJV

So shall My word be that goes forth from My mouth; it shall not return to Me void.

JASON, Jacen, Jaeson, Jaison, Jasan, Jasen, Jasun, Jaysen, Jayson

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Healer

Spiritual Connotation: Benevolent

Scripture: Luke 6:45 NKJV

A good man out of the good treasure of his heart brings forth good. . . . For out of the abundance of the heart his mouth speaks.

JASPER, Jaspar

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Treasure-Holder

Spiritual Connotation: Richly Blessed

Scripture: Matthew 25:29 NKJV

For to everyone who has, more will be given, and he will have abundance; but from him who does not have, even what he has will be taken away.

JAVAN, Jaavon, Jahvon, Javaughn, Javon, Javoni, Javonn (see also Jevan, Jovan)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Clay

Spiritual Connotation: Example

Scripture: Deuteronomy 4:10 NASB

Assemble the people to Me, that I may let them hear My words so they . . .may teach their children.

JAVANA, Javanna, Javonna, Javonne, Javonya

Language/Cultural Origin: Malayan

Inherent Meaning: From Java

Spiritual Connotation: Honest

Scripture: Joshua 24:14 NKJV

Now therefore, fear the LORD, serve Him in sincerity and in truth.

JAVIER, Javiare

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: Owner of a New House

Spiritual Connotation: Prosperous

Scripture: Zechariah 8:12 NLT

For I am planting seeds of peace and prosperity among you.

JAWAUN, see Jajuan

JAY, Jai, Jey

Language/Cultural Origin: Old French

Inherent Meaning: Vivacious

Spiritual Connotation: Adventurous

Scripture: Psalm 139:3 NKJV

You comprehend my path and my lying down, and are acquainted with all my ways.

JAYA, Jaea, Jaia, Jayla, Jaylah

Language/Cultural Origin: Indo-Pakistani

Inherent Meaning: Victory

Spiritual Connotation: Overcomer

Scripture: Romans 8:37 NRSV

No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us.

JAYE, Jae, Jaela, Jaelin, Jaelynn, Jalen, Jalin, Jaylan, Jaylee, Jayleen, Jaylene, Jaylin, Jaylyn

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Jaybird

Spiritual Connotation: Source of Joy

Scripture: Acts 8:39 NCV

When they came up out of the water, the Spirit of the Lord took Philip away. . . . And the officer continued on his way home, full of joy.

JEAN, Jéan, Jeana, Jeane, Jeanee, Jeanie, Jeanna, Jeanne, Jene (see also Gina)

Language/Cultural Origin: Scottish

Inherent Meaning: God Is Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Gifted

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 1:12 NKJV

Wisdom and knowledge are granted to you; and I will give you riches and wealth and honor.

JEANETTE, Janeen, Janette, Jannine, Jeaneen, Jeanett, Jeanine, Jeannette, Jeannine, Jenine

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: God Is Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Preserved

Scripture: Isaiah 33:2 NRSV

O LORD, be gracious to us; we wait for you. Be our arm every morning, our salvation in the time of troub le.

JEDAIAH, Jedaia, Jediah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Hand of God

Spiritual Connotation: Guided

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 30:12 NASB

The hand of God was also on Judah to give them one heart to do what the king and the princes commanded by the word of the LORD .

JEDIDIAH, Jeb, Jebadiah, Jebediah, Jed, Jedediah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Beloved of God

Spiritual Connotation: Perceptive

Scripture: Psalm 145:10 NKJV

All Your works shall praise You, O LORD, and Your saints shall bless You.

JEFFERSON, Jeferson

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Son of the Peaceful Man

Spiritual Connotation: Contemplative

Scripture: Genesis 25:27 NKJV

So the boys grew. And Esau was a skillful hunter, a man of the field; but Jacob was a mild man, dwelling in tents.

JEFFREY, Jefery, Jeff, Jefferay, Jefferey, Jefferie, Jefferies, Jeffery, Jeffrie, Jeffries, Jeffry (see also Geoffrey)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Divine Peace

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: Proverbs 3:13 NKJV

Happy is the man who finds wisdom, and the man who gains understanding.

JEHAN, Jehahn, Jehann

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: God Is Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Godly Example

Scripture: Isaiah 30:18 NRSV

Therefore the LORD waits to be gracious to you; therefore he will rise up to show mercy to you.

JEHOHANAN

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Is Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Contrite

Scripture: Joel 2:13 NASB

Now return to the LORD your God, for He is gracious and compassionate.

JEHONATHAN

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Has Given

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7 NCV

God did not give us a spirit that makes us afraid but a spirit of power and love and self-control.

JEHORAM

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Is Exalted

Spiritual Connotation: Majestic

Scripture: Psalm 118:16 NLT

The strong right arm of the LORD is raised in triumph.

JEHU, Jaehu, Jayhue, Yayhu, Yayhue

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Is

Spiritual Connotation: Divine Perspective

Scripture: Exodus 3:6 NKJV

I am the God of your father; the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob.

JEKAMIAH, Jekamiyah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Will Gather

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed Promise

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:9 NCV

I will gather your people from the far ends of the earth.

JELANI, Jelanee, Jeláni, Jelanni, Jellani

Language/Cultural Origin: Swahili

Inherent Meaning: Mighty

Spiritual Connotation: Strength of God

Scripture: Psalm 21:13 NKJV

Be exalted, O LORD, in Your own strength! We will sing and praise Your power.

JELENA, Jelina (see also Yelina)

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian

Inherent Meaning: Shining

Spiritual Connotation: Filled With Praise

Scripture: Psalm 148:3 RSV

Praise him, sun and moon, praise him, all you shining stars!

JEMAL, see Jhamil

JEMIMA, Jamima, Jemimah, Jemma, Jemmia, Jemmiah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Dove

Spiritual Connotation: Serene

Scripture: Isaiah 32:18 NASB

Then my people will live in a peaceful habitation, and in secure dwellings and in undisturbed resting places.

JEMOND, Jemon, Jémond, Jemonde, Jemone (see also Jamond)

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Temporal

Spiritual Connotation: Mind of Christ

Scripture: Colossians 3:2 NRSV

Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth.

JEMUEL, Jemuél

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Is Light

Spiritual Connotation: Set Apart

Scripture: John 8:12 NRSV

I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness.

JENDAYA, Jenndaya

Language/Cultural Origin: Shona

Inherent Meaning: Give Thanks

Spiritual Connotation: Adoration

Scripture: Revelation 7:12 NKJV

Amen! Blessing and glory and wisdom, thanksgiving and honor and power and might, be to our God forever and ever. Amen.

JENEVIEVE, see Genevieve

JENKIN, Jenkins, Jenkyn, Jenkyns

Language/Cultural Origin: Flemish

Inherent Meaning: Little John

Spiritual Connotation: Reverent

Scripture: Psalm 2:11 NKJV

Serve the LORD with fear, and rejoice with tremb ling.

JENNA, Jena, Jenah, Jennah, Jennay

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Small Bird

Spiritual Connotation: Nurtured

Scripture: Matthew 10:29 RSV

Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? And not one of them will fall to the ground without your Father’s will.

JENNIFER, Jen, Jenefer, Jeni, Jenifer, Jeniffer, Jenn, Jennafer, Jennee, Jenney, Jennie, Jenniffer, Jenny

Language/Cultural Origin: Welsh

Inherent Meaning: Fair

Spiritual Connotation: Trusting

Scripture: Psalm 28:7 NKJV

The LORD is my strength and my shield; my heart trusted in Him, and I am helped. . . . With my song I will praise Him.

JERAH, Jerrah (see also Jarah)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Moon

Spiritual Connotation: Glorious Hope

Scripture: Isaiah 30:26 NASB

And the light of the moon will be as the light of the sun.

JEREMIAH, Jeramiah, Jeramaya, Jeremai, Jeremia, Jeremias, Yermiya, Yirmaya

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Is Exalted

Spiritual Connotation: Seeker of Truth

Scripture: Luke 12:31 NKJV

But seek the kingdom of God, and all these things shall be added to you.

JEREMY, Jeramee, Jerami, Jeramy, Jéréme, Jeremee, Jeremey, Jeremii

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: God Is Exalted

Spiritual Connotation: Humble

Scripture: James 4:10 NKJV

Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and He will lift you up.

JERENI, Jerani, Jeraney, Jerenee

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian

Inherent Meaning: Peace

Spiritual Connotation: Filled With the Spirit

Scripture: Luke 1:79 NCV

It will shine on those who live in darkness, in the shadow of death. It will guide us into the path of peace.

JERIAH, Jariah, Jariya, Jeriya

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Has Seen

Spiritual Connotation: Proven

Scripture: Psalm 33:14-15 NRSV

From where he sits enthroned he watches all the inhabitants of the earth—he who fashions the hearts of them all, and observes all their deeds.

JERIEL, Jerriel (see also Yeriel)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God’s Foundation

Spiritual Connotation: Reflection of Christ

Scripture: Ephesians 2:20 NLT

We are his house. . . . And the cornerstone is Christ Jesus himself.

JERMAINE, Jermain, Jermane, Jermayne, Jhirmaine (see also Germain)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Sprout

Spiritual Connotation: Constant Growth

Scripture: Isaiah 45:8 NKJV

Rain down, you heavens, from above . . . let them bring forth salvation, and let righteousness spring up together. I, the LORD, have created it.

JEROHAM, Jeroam

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Loved

Spiritual Connotation: Treasured

Scripture: 1 John 4:7 NASB

Beloved, let us love one another, for love is from God.

JEROME, Jérome, Jerôme, Jerrome

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Sacred

Spiritual Connotation: Holy

Scripture: Leviticus 11:45 NASB

For I am the LORD, who brought you up from the land of Egypt, to be your God; thus you shall be holy for I am holy.

JERON, Jéron, Jerone, Jerron (see also Jaron)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Set Apart

Spiritual Connotation: Chosen

Scripture: Psalm 4:3 RSV

But know that the LORD has set apart the godly for himself; the LORD hears when I call to him.

JESAIAH, Jeshaiah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Is Wealthy

Spiritual Connotation: Eternal Perspective

Scripture: Luke 12:34 TLB

Wherever your treasure is, there your heart and thoughts will also be.

JESSE, Jesee, Jess, Jessé, Jessee, Jessey, Jessie

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Exists

Spiritual Connotation: Upright

Scripture: Job 19:25 NIV

I know that my Redeemer lives, and that in the end he will stand upon the earth.

JESSENIA, Jeseenya

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Flower

Spiritual Connotation: Spiritual Maturity

Scripture: Mark 4:27 NCV

Night and day, whether the person is asleep or awake, the seed still grows, but the person does not know how it grows.

JESSICA, Jesi, Jesica, Jesika, Jess, Jessa, Jessaca, Jesseca, Jessi, Jessie, Jessika, Jessy, Jessyca, Yessica, Yessika

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Wealthy

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:13 NKJV

And now abide faith, hope, love, these three; but the greatest of these is love.

JETHRO, Jethroe

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Excellence

Spiritual Connotation: Abundant Praise

Scripture: Psalm 98:4 NKJV

Shout joyfully to the LORD, all the earth; break forth in song, rejoice, and sing praises.

JEVAN, Jevaughn, Jevaun, Jevohn, Jevon, Jevoni, Jevonn, Jevonne (see also Javan, Jovan)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Abundance

Spiritual Connotation: Heir

Scripture: Psalm 37:11 NKJV

But the meek shall inherit the earth, and shall delight themselves in the abundance of peace.

JEWEL, Jewell, Jewelle

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Gem

Spiritual Connotation: Precious

Scripture: Psalm 16:11 NKJV

You will show me the path of life; in Your presence is fullness of joy; at Your right hand are pleasures forevermore.

JEZANIAH, Jezánia, Jezzania

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Determines

Spiritual Connotation: In God’s Hands

Scripture: Job 14:5 NLT

You have decided the length of our lives. You know how many months we will live, and we are not given a minute longer.

JEZIEL, Jezziel

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Assembly of God

Spiritual Connotation: Restored

Scripture: Ezra 5:15 NCV

Put them back in the Temple in Jerusalem and rebuild the Temple of God where it was.

JEZREEL, Jezriel

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Sows

Spiritual Connotation: Proclaimer of theWord

Scripture: Matthew 13:3 NKJV

Behold, a sower went out to sow.

JHAMIL, Jahmal, Jahmel, Jamaal, Jamaar, Jamaari, Jamahl, Jamail, Jamal, Jamall, Jamar, Jamara, Jamarr, Jameel, Jamel, Jamell, Jamelle, Jamiel, Jamil, Jamill, Jamille, Jammal, Jammel, Jemaal, Jemal, Jemar, Jemel, Jhamaal, Jhamal, Jhamar, Jhameel, Jhamel, Jhamell, Jhamelle, Jhamiel, Jhamielle, Jimaal, Jimell, Jimelle

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Handsome

Spiritual Connotation: Image of Christ

Scripture: Titus 2:10 NCV

They . . . should show their masters they can be fully trusted so that in everything they do they will make the teaching of God our Savior attractive.

JIANNA, see Gianna

JILLIAN, Gillian, Jil, Jilaine, Jilayne, Jileesa, Jilian, Jiliana, Jiliann, Jilianna, Jill, Jillana, Jillene, Jilliana, Jillianne, Jillisa

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Youthful

Spiritual Connotation: Regenerated

Scripture: Psalm 103:5 TLB

He fills my life with good things! My youth is renewed like the eagle’s!

JIN, Jinn

Language/Cultural Origin: Chinese

Inherent Meaning: Gold

Spiritual Connotation: True Worth

Scripture: Proverbs 3:14 NLT

For the profit of wisdom is better than silver, and her wages are better than gold.

JINA, Jinna (see also Ginny)

Language/Cultural Origin: Swahili

Inherent Meaning: Name

Spiritual Connotation: Destined

Scripture: Revelation 2:17 NRSV

To everyone who conquers I will . . . give a white stone, and on the white stone is written a new name that no one knows except the one who receives it.

JINDRICH, Jindrick

Language/Cultural Origin: Czech

Inherent Meaning: Head of the Household

Spiritual Connotation: Trusted

Scripture: Psalm 105:21 NKJV

He made him lord of his house, and ruler of all his possessions.

JINNY, see Ginny

JIRI, Jirian

Language/Cultural Origin: Czech

Inherent Meaning: Farmer

Spiritual Connotation: Skilled

Scripture: 2 Samuel 9:10 NASB

And you and your sons and your servants shall cultivate the land for him. . . .

JIRINA, Jirana, Jiranna, Jireena

Language/Cultural Origin: Czech

Inherent Meaning: Farmer

Spiritual Connotation: Expectant

Scripture: James 5:7 NLT

Dear brothers and sisters, you must be patient as you wait for the Lord’s return.

JIZELLE, see Gizelle

JOAB, Joäb, Yoab, Yoav

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Praise the Lord

Spiritual Connotation: Adoration

Scripture: Psalm 34:1 NKJV

I will bless the LORD at all times; His praise shall continually be in my mouth.

JOACHIM, Joakim, Joaquim (see also Akim, Hakim, Joaquin)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Will Establish

Spiritual Connotation: Enthroned

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 17:12 NKJV

He shall build Me a house, and I will establish his throne forever.

JOAH, Yoah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Is Father

Spiritual Connotation: Secure

Scripture: Psalm 89:26 NKJV

You are my Father, My God, and the rock of my salvation.

JOAN, Joane, Joanelle, Joanie, Joann, Jo-Anne, Joanne, Joni

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: God Is Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: Proverbs 4:7 NKJV

Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom. And in all your getting, get understanding.

JOANNA, Jo, Joana, Jo-Anna, Joannah, Joey, Johana, Johannah, Yoana, Yoanna, Yohana, Yohanna

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: God Is Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Delivered

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:10 RSV

But by the grace of God I am what I am, and his grace toward me was not in vain.

JOAQUIN, Joaquín, Jocquin, Juquin

Language/Cultural Origin: Portuguese

Inherent Meaning: God Is My Salvation

Spiritual Connotation: Filled With Praise

Scripture: Isaiah 12:2 NASB

Behold, God is my salvation, I will trust and not be afraid; for the LORD G od is my strength and song, and He has become my salvation.

JOASH Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Hastens to Help

Spiritual Connotation: Delivered

Scripture: 2 Kings 17:39 NLT

You must worship only the LORD your God. He is the one who will rescue you from all your enemies.

JOB, Jobe

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Afflicted

Spiritual Connotation: Delivered

Scripture: Job 36:15 NLT

But by means of their suffering, he rescues those who suffer. For he gets their attention through adversity.

JOBEN, Joban

Language/Cultural Origin: Japanese

Inherent Meaning: Cleanliness

Spiritual Connotation: White as Snow

Scripture: Acts 15:9 TLB

He made no distinction between them and us, for he cleansed their lives through faith, just as he did ours.

JOCELYN, Jocelin, Jocelynn, Josalene, Joscelyn, Joscelynn, Joselyn

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Joyous

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Ezekiel 36:26 NKJV

I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit within you; I will take the heart of stone out of your flesh and give you a heart of flesh.

JODY, Jodee, Jodene, Jodey, Jodi, Jodie, Jodine

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Praised

Spiritual Connotation: Humble

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 16:25 NKJV

For the LORD is great and greatly to be praised; He is also to be feared above all gods.

JOEL, Jôel, Joël, Jole

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: The Lord Is God

Spiritual Connotation: God’s Messenger

Scripture: Romans 12:2 NKJV

And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.

JOELLE, Joella, Joëlle

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: The Lord Is God

Spiritual Connotation: Beloved

Scripture: Psalm 100:3 NKJV

Know that the LORD, He is God; it is He who has made us, and not we ourselves; we are His people and the sheep of His pasture.

JOERGEN, Jergen, Jöergen, Jörgen, Jürgen

Language/Cultural Origin: Danish

Inherent Meaning: Farmer

Spiritual Connotation: Persevering

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:6 NASB

The hard-working farmer ought to be the first to receive his share of the crops.

JOHANN, Joannes, Johan, Johanan, Johannas, Johannes, Yohan, Yohann, Yohannes

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: God Is Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Generosity of Spirit

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23 NKJV

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control.

JOHANNA, see Joanna

JOHN, Jahn, Jhan, Jhon, Johnnie, Johnny, Jon, Jonn, Jonnie, Jonny (see also Jonathan)

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: God Is Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Strength of God

Scripture: Psalm 118:14 NKJV

The LORD is my strength and song, and He has become my salvation.

JOLAN, Jolán, Jolánda, Jolánta

Language/Cultural Origin: Hungarian

Inherent Meaning: Violet Flower

Spiritual Connotation: Steady Growth

Scripture: Hosea 14:5 NKJV

I will be like the dew to Israel; he shall grow like the lily, and lengthen his roots like Lebanon.

JOLENE, Jolayne, Jolean, Joleane, Joleen, Joline, Jolinn, Jolynn

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: God Will Increase

Spiritual Connotation: Reborn

Scripture: Isaiah 38:5 NASB

I have heard your prayer, I have seen your tears; behold, I will add fifteen years to your life.

JONAH, Jona, Jonas, Yona, Yonah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Dove

Spiritual Connotation: Declarer of Joy andSalvation

Scripture: Acts 4:20 NLT

We cannot stop telling about the wonderful things we have seen and heard.

JONATHAN, Johnathan, Johnathon, Jonathon, Jonnathan (see also John)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Gift of the Lord

Spiritual Connotation: God’s Precious Gift

Scripture: Psalm 92:4 NKJV

For You, LORD, have made me glad through Your work; I will triumph in the works of Your hands.

JONINA, Jeneena, Joneena, Jonika, Joniqua, Jonita, Jonnina, Jontaya

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Dove

Spiritual Connotation: Reflection of God

Scripture: Luke 3:22 NKJV

And the Holy Spirit descended in bodily form like a dove upon Him, and a voice came from heaven which said, “You are My beloved Son; in You I am well pleased.”

JONTAE, see Shantae

JORAH, Jora, Yora, Yorah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Autumn Rain

Spiritual Connotation: Blessing

Scripture: Joel 2:23 NIV

Rejoice in the LORD your God, for he has given you the autumn rains in righteousness. He sends you abundant showers, both autumn and spring rains, as before.

JORAM, Jorim

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Is Exalted

Spiritual Connotation: Reverent

Scripture: Isaiah 25:1 NKJV

O LORD, You are my God. I will exalt You, I will praise Your name.

JORDAN, Jordaan, Jordain, Jordane, Jorden, Jordenn, Jordenne, Jordin, Jordon, Jordyn, Joree, Jorée, Jori, Jorie, Jorii, Jorin, Jorrdan, Jorrie, Jorrín, Jorry, Jory, Jourdan

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Descender

Spiritual Connotation: Wise in Judgment

Scripture: Proverbs 21:30 NCV

There is no wisdom, understanding, or advice that can succeed against the LORD .

JORDANA, see Yordana

JORELL, Jorel, Jorrel, Jorrell

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: He Preserves

Spiritual Connotation: Witness

Scripture: Isaiah 42:6 RSV

I am the LORD, I have called you in righteousness, I have taken you by the hand and kept you.

JORGEN, see Joergen

JORIANNA, Joriann, Jori-Anna, Jorianne, Jorrianna, Yoriann, Yorianna, Yorianne

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Increasing in Grace

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Joel 2:13 NASB

Now return to the LORD your God, for He is gracious and compassionate, slow to anger, abounding in lovingkindness, and relenting of evil.

JOSEPH, Joe, Joeseph, Joey, José, Josée, Josef, Joseff, Josephe, Josephus, Jozef, Yosef, Yoseff, Yosif, Yousef, Yusif

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Will Add

Spiritual Connotation: Wise andUnderstanding

Scripture: Proverbs 28:5 NKJV

Evil men do not understand justice, but those who seek the LORD understand all.

JOSEPHINE, Jo, Joey, Josée, Joselle, Josephina, Josetta, Josette, Josey, Josie

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: She Shall Increase inWisdom

Spiritual Connotation: SpiritualUnderstanding

Scripture: Romans 12:2 NKJV

And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.

JOSHUA, Jeshua, Jeshuah, Josh, Joshe, Joshuah, Joshuwa, Jozua

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Is My Salvation

Spiritual Connotation: Bringer of Truth

Scripture: James 1:25 NKJV

But he who looks into the perfect law of liberty and continues in it . . . this one will be blessed in what he does.

JOSIAH, Josia, Josias

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Fire of the Lord

Spiritual Connotation: Intuitive Perception

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:7 NKJV

But we speak the wisdom of God in a mystery, the hidden wisdom which God ordained before the ages for our glory.

JOVAN, Jeovani, Jeovanni, Jiovani, Jiovanni, Jovaan, Jovani, Jovann, Jovanni, Jovonn, Yovaan, Yovan, Yovani, Yovann, Yovanni (see also Giovanni, Javan, Jevan)

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Majestic

Spiritual Connotation: Delightful

Scripture: Psalm 16:3 NASB

As for the saints who are in the earth, they are the majestic ones in whom is all my delight.

JOVANNA, Jeovana, Jeovanna, Jovana, Jovena, Jovonna (see also Giovanna)

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Majestic

Spiritual Connotation: Lovely

Scripture: Psalm 76:4 NASB

You are resplendent, more majestic than the mountains of prey.

JOY, Joya, Joyanna, Joye

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Joyful

Spiritual Connotation: Follower of Truth

Scripture: Psalm 119:105 NKJV

Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.

JOYCE, Joice, Joyous

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Vivacious

Spiritual Connotation: God’s Gracious Gift

Scripture: Psalm 16:11 NKJV

You will show me the path of life; in Your presence is fullness of joy; at Your right hand are pleasures forevermore.

JUAN, Juanito, Juaun

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: God Is Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Psalm 97:11 NKJV

Light is sown for the righteous, and gladness for the upright in heart.

JUANITA, Juana, Juanequa, Juanesha, Juanna

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: God Is Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Famous

Scripture: Ezekiel 16:14 NRSV

Your fame spread among the nations on account of your beauty, for it was perfect because of my splendor that I had bestowed on you.

JUBAL, Jubel

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Ram’s Horn

Spiritual Connotation: Victorious

Scripture: Joshua 6:5 NRSV

When they make a long blast with the ram’s horn . . . then all the people shall shout with a great shout; and the wall of the city will fall down flat.

JUDAH, Jud, Juda, Judas, Judd, Jude

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Praised

Spiritual Connotation: Full of Love

Scripture: John 13:34 NKJV

A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another; as I have loved you, that you also love one another.

JUDSON, Judsen

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Son of the Praised One

Spiritual Connotation: Glory to God

Scripture: Daniel 4:34 NKJV

I blessed the Most High and praised and honored Him who lives forever: for His dominion is an everlasting dominion, and His kingdom is from generation to generation.

JUDITH, Judi, Judie, Judy

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: She Who Praises

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Isaiah 58:8 NKJV

Then your light shall break forth like the morning, your healing shall spring forth speedily, and your righteousness shall go before you.

JULIA, Julee, Juleen, Juli, Juliana, Juliane, Juliann, Julianna, Julie, Julieann, Juliene, Julienne, Julila, Julilla, Julina, Juline, Julisa, Julissa, Julliana, Jullianna

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Youthful

Spiritual Connotation: Guided by Faith

Scripture: Matthew 9:29 NKJV

According to your faith let it be to you.

JULIET, Julieta, Juliete, Julietta, Juliette, Julliet, Jullietta

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Youthful

Spiritual Connotation: Immovable

Scripture: Psalm 16:8 NKJV

I have set the LORD always before me; because He is at my right hand I shall not be moved.

JULIUS, Jule, Jules, Julian, Juliano, Julias, Julien, Julio, Jullian

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Youthful

Spiritual Connotation: Regenerated

Scripture: Ephesians 4:23-24 NKJV

And be renewed in the spirit of your mind, and that you put on the new man . . . in true righteousness and holiness.

JUNE, Junelle, Junia

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Born in the Fourth Month

Spiritual Connotation: Loving

Scripture: Romans 13:10 NKJV

Love does no harm to a neighbor; therefore love is the fulfillment of the law.

JURI, see Yuri

JURRIEN, Jurian, Jurien, Jurrian

Language/Cultural Origin: Dutch

Inherent Meaning: God Will Uplift

Spiritual Connotation: Humble

Scripture: James 4:10 NKJV

Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and He will lift you up.

JUSTIN, Justan, Justen, Justinn, Justinus, Juston, Justun, Justyn

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Upright

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Psalm 138:8 NKJV

The LORD will perfect that which concerns me; your mercy, O LORD, endures forever; do not forsake the works of Your hands.

JUSTINA, Justeen, Justine, Justinna

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Upright

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Psalm 139:17 NKJV

How precious also are Your thoughts to me, O God! How great is the sum of them!

JUSTUS, Justas, Justice, Justis

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Just

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Isaiah 26:7 NIV

O upright One, you make the way of the righteous smooth.

JUWAN, see Jajuan

K

KAARINA, Kaariana, Kaarianna (see also Carina, Karena, Karina)

Language/Cultural Origin: Finnish

Inherent Meaning: Pure

Spiritual Connotation: Spotless

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:14 RSV

Therefore, beloved, since you wait for these, be zealous to be found by him without spot or b lemish, and at peace.

KACEY, see Casey

KACHINA, Kachéna

Language/Cultural Origin: Native American

Inherent Meaning: Sacred Dancer

Spiritual Connotation: Pleasant Offering

Scripture: Exodus 15:20 NASB

And Miriam the prophetess, Aaron’s sister, took the timbrel in her hand, and all the women went out after her with timbrels and with dancing.

KACIA, Cacia, Casia, Kaycia, Kaysia

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Thorny

Spiritual Connotation: Holy

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 7:1 NASB

Therefore, having these promises, beloved, let us cleanse ourselves from all defilement of flesh and spirit, perfecting holiness in the fear of God.

KADEE, K.D., Kadey, Kadie, Kady, Kaydee, Kaydi, Kaydie, Kaydy (see also Cady, Katy)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Stainless

Spiritual Connotation: Sanctified

Scripture: Ephesians 5:27 NCV

He died so that he could give the church to himself like a bride in all her beauty. He died so that the church could be pure and without fault.

KADIM, Kadeem, Kadím, Khadeem (see also Qadim)

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Servant

Spiritual Connotation: Messenger

Scripture: Matthew 12:18 NRSV

Here is my servant, whom I have chosen, my beloved, with whom my soul is well pleased. . . . He will proclaim justice to the Gentiles.

KADIN, Kaden, Kadeen, Kaiden, Kadon

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Confidant

Spiritual Connotation: Peacemaker

Scripture: Proverbs 21:14 NKJV

A gift in secret pacifies anger.

KADMIEL, Kadmielle

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Is of Old

Spiritual Connotation: Eternal

Scripture: Matthew 22:32 NKJV

God is not the God of the dead, but of the living.

KAELA, Kaelah, Kahla, Kahlah, Keila, Keilah, Keyla, Keylah (see also Cayla, Kaila, Kayla, Kyla)

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Cherished

Spiritual Connotation: Adored

Scripture: Song of Songs 6:3 NKJV

I am my beloved’s, and my beloved is mine.

KAELYN, see Kaylyn

KAHLIL, Kahleil, Kahlíl (see also Kalil)

Language/Cultural Origin: Turkish

Inherent Meaning: Young

Spiritual Connotation: Accountable

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 11:9 NRSV

Rejoice, young man, while you are young . . . but know that for all these things God will bring you into judgment.

KAI

Language/Cultural Origin: Navaho

Inherent Meaning: Willow Tree

Spiritual Connotation: Firmly Rooted

Scripture: Psalm 1:3 NKJV

He shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that brings forth its fruit in its season.

KAIJA, Kaijah, Kaiya, Kaiyah

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian

Inherent Meaning: Life

Spiritual Connotation: Eternal

Scripture: Psalm 23:6 RSV

Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life; and I shall dwell in the house of the LORD for ever.

KAILA, Kailah, Kailla, Kaillah (see also Cayla, Kaela, Kayla, Kyla)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Crowned

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: Proverbs 14:18 NASB

The naive inherit foolishness, but the sensible are crowned with knowledge.

KAILEE, KAILEY, see Kaylee

KAITLIN, Kaatlan, Kaetlin, Kaetlynn, Kaitlan, Kaitland, Kaitlen, Kaitlinn, Kaitlyn, Kaitlynn, Kateland, Katelin, Katelyn, Katlyn, Kaytlin, Kaytlynn (see also Caitlin)

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Virtuous

Spiritual Connotation: Favored

Scripture: Ruth 3:11 NKJV

And now, my daughter, do not fear. I will do for you all that you request, for all the people of my town know that you are a virtuous woman.

KALA, Kalah, Kalla, Kallah (see also Cala)

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Refuge

Spiritual Connotation: Guarded of God

Scripture: Psalm 91:2 NKJV

He is my refuge and my fortress; My God, in Him I will trust.

KALAMA, Kalam, Kallam, Kallama

Language/Cultural Origin: Hawaiian

Inherent Meaning: Flaming Torch

Spiritual Connotation: Testimony

Scripture: 2 Kings 1:12 NKJV

If I am a man of God, let fire come down from heaven and consume you and your fifty men. And the fire of God came down from heaven and consumed him and his fifty.

KALANI, Kailana, Kailani, Kalan, Kalana, Kalanee, Kalanna, Kalanie (see also Keilani)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hawaiian

Inherent Meaning: Chieftain

Spiritual Connotation: Guardian

Scripture: Psalm 61:2 NASB

From the end of the earth I call to Thee, when my heart is faint; lead me to the rock that is higher than I.

KALE, Kayle

Language/Cultural Origin: Hawaiian

Inherent Meaning: Farmer

Spiritual Connotation: Sower of Truth

Scripture: Mark 4:14 NCV

The farmer is like a person who plants God’s message in people.

KALEA, Kahlea, Kahleah, Kallea, Khalea, Khaleah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hawaiian

Inherent Meaning: Clear

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: John 3:21 NRSV

But those who do what is true come to the light, so that it may be clearly seen that their deeds have been done in God.

KALEENA, Kalena (see also Kalina)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hawaiian

Inherent Meaning: Spotless

Spiritual Connotation: Respectful

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:2 NLT

Treat the older women as you would your mother, and treat the younger women with all purity as your own sisters.

KALEI, Kahléi, Kallei, Khalei (see also Callie, Kali, Kalli)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hawaiian

Inherent Meaning: Wreath of Flowers

Spiritual Connotation: Adorned

Scripture: Revelation 12:1 NASB

And a great sign appeared in heaven: a woman clothed with the sun, and the moon under her feet, and on her head a crown of twelve stars.

KALEY, see Kaylee

KALI (see also Callie, Kalli)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hawaiian

Inherent Meaning: Hesitating

Spiritual Connotation: Examiner of Truth

Scripture: Acts 17:11 NASB

For they received the word with great eagerness, examining the Scriptures daily, to see whether these things were so.

KALIANA, See Kaulana

KALIL, Kahleel, Kaleel, Kaléel (see also Kahlil)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Complete

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Philippians 1:6 NRSV

I am confident of this, that the one who began a good work among you will bring it to completion by the day of Jesus Christ.

KALILA, Kahlila, Kaleela, Kalilla, Kaylila, Khalilah, Kylila, Kylilah

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Sweetheart

Spiritual Connotation: Beloved

Scripture: Genesis 24:67 TLB

And Isaac brought Rebekah into his mother’s tent, and she became his wife. He loved her very much.

KALIN, KALYN, see Kaylyn

KALINA, Kalinna (see also Kaleena)

Language/Cultural Origin: Slavic

Inherent Meaning: Flower

Spiritual Connotation: Nurtured

Scripture: Isaiah 35:2 NKJV

It shall blossom abundantly and rejoice, even with joy and singing.

KALISA, Kalissa, Kalysa, Kalyssa

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Pure Offering

Spiritual Connotation: Sweet Sacrifice

Scripture: Exodus 29:18 NKJV

And you shall burn the whole ram on the altar. It is a burnt offering to the LORD ; it is a sweet aroma, an offering made by fire to the LORD .

KALLAN, Kallen, Kallin, Kallon, Kallun, Kallyn (see also Kellen)

Language/Cultural Origin: Slavic

Inherent Meaning: River

Spiritual Connotation: Joyful

Scripture: Psalm 98:8 NASB

Let the rivers clap their hands; let the mountains sing together for joy.

KALLI, Kaleigh, Kallee, Kalley, Kallie, Kally

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Lark

Spiritual Connotation: Cheerful

Scripture: Psalm 100:2 NKJV

Serve the LORD with gladness; come before His presence with singing.

KALYCA, Kaleecia, Kalica, Kalicia, Kalicya

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Rosebud

Spiritual Connotation: Promise

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1 NKJV

The wilderness and the wasteland shall be glad for them, and the desert shall rejoice and blossom as the rose.

KAMA, Kamah, Khama

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Ripe Harvest

Spiritual Connotation: Reaper

Scripture: Revelation 14:15 NKJV

Thrust in Your sickle and reap, for the time has come for You to reap, for the harvest of the earth is ripe.

KAMAL, Kamaal, Kamâl, Kamîl

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Perfect

Spiritual Connotation: Power of God

Scripture: 2 Samuel 22:33 NKJV

God is my strength and power, and He makes my way perfect.

KAMALI, Kamalaya, Kamalee, Kamaleah, Kamaleigh

Language/Cultural Origin: Mahona

Inherent Meaning: Protector

Spiritual Connotation: Chosen

Scripture: Nehemiah 13:22 NKJV

Remember me, O my God, concerning this also, and spare me according to the greatness of Your mercy!

KAMARIA, Kamara, Kamari

Language/Cultural Origin: Swahili

Inherent Meaning: Moonlight

Spiritual Connotation: Deliverance

Scripture: Isaiah 30:26 NKJV

Moreover the light of the moon will be as the light of the sun. . . . In the day that the LORD binds up the bruise of His people and heals the stroke of their wound.

KAMEA, Kameah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hawaiian

Inherent Meaning: Precious

Spiritual Connotation: Honored

Scripture: Isaiah 43:4 NKJV

Since you were precious in My sight, You have been honored, and I have loved you; therefore I will give men for you, and people for your life.

KAMEKO, Kameka, Kamika, Kamiko

Language/Cultural Origin: Japanese

Inherent Meaning: Turtle Child

Spiritual Connotation: Humble

Scripture: Proverbs 15:33 NRSV

The fear of the LORD is instruction in wisdom, and humility goes before honor.

KAMI, Kamee, Kámi, Kahmi (see also Cami)

Language/Cultural Origin: Japanese

Inherent Meaning: Divine Aura

Spiritual Connotation: Gifted

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:4 NASB

For by these He has granted to us His precious and magnificent promises, in order that by them you might become partakers of the divine nature.

KAMILAH, Kameela, Kameelah, Kamila, Kamilla, Kamillah

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Perfect

Spiritual Connotation: Holy

Scripture: Hebrews 10:14 NCV

With one sacrifice he made perfect forever those who are being made holy.

KANA, Kána, Kaena, Kaina, Kayna

Language/Cultural Origin: Japanese

Inherent Meaning: Powerful

Spiritual Connotation: Strength of God

Scripture: Psalm 106:8 NKJV

Nevertheless He saved them for His name’s sake, that He might make His mighty power known.

KANANI, Kananee, Kananie

Language/Cultural Origin: Hawaiian

Inherent Meaning: Beautiful

Spiritual Connotation: Obedient

Scripture: Psalm 45:11 NCV

The king loves your beauty. Because he is your master, you should obey him.

KANE, Kané (see also Cain)

Language/Cultural Origin: Celtic

Inherent Meaning: Beautiful

Spiritual Connotation: Hopeful

Scripture: Psalm 31:24 NKJV

Be of good courage, and He shall strengthen your heart, all you who hope in the LORD .

KANGE, Kainge, Kangé

Language/Cultural Origin: Lakota

Inherent Meaning: Raven

Spiritual Connotation: Genuine

Scripture: Song of Songs 5:11 NCV

His head is like the finest gold; his hair is wavy and b lack like a raven.

KANIEL, Kahniel, Kahnyell, Kanyel

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Is My Reed

Spiritual Connotation: God Has Bought Me

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:20 NASB

For you have been bought with a price: therefore glorify God in your body.

KANIKA, Kanicka, Kaneeka, Kanikah

Language/Cultural Origin: Kenyan

Inherent Meaning: Black Cloth

Spiritual Connotation: Reverent

Scripture: Hebrews 12:29 NKJV

For our God is a consuming fire.

KANNON, Kanen, Kannen, Kanon (see also Cannon)

Language/Cultural Origin: Polynesian

Inherent Meaning: Unchained

Spiritual Connotation: Free

Scripture: Psalm 107:14 NKJV

He brought them out of darkness and the shadow of death, And broke their chains in pieces.

KANYA, Kania, Kanyah

Language/Cultural Origin: Thai

Inherent Meaning: Young Lady

Spiritual Connotation: Prosperous

Scripture: Zechariah 9:17 NKJV

For how great is its goodness and how great its beauty! Grain shall make the young men thrive, and new wine the young women.

KAORI, Kaory

Language/Cultural Origin: Japanese

Inherent Meaning: Strong

Spiritual Connotation: Majestic

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 16:27 NKJV

Honor and majesty are before Him; strength and gladness are in His place.

KARA, Kaira, Kairah, Karah, Karrah (see also Cara, Kerani)

Language/Cultural Origin: Danish

Inherent Meaning: Pure

Spiritual Connotation: Cherished

Scripture: Psalm 36:9 NKJV

For with You is the fountain of life; in Your light we see light.

KARAL, KAREL, see Carl

KARALEE, Karalea, Karaleah, Karaleigh, Karalie

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Innocent

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Job 33:9 NKJV

I am pure, without transgression; I am innocent, and there is no iniquity in me.

KARE, Kåre, Kareé

Language/Cultural Origin: Norwegian

Inherent Meaning: Enormous

Spiritual Connotation: Saved by Faith

Scripture: Psalm 33:16 TLB

The best-equipped army cannot save a king—for great strength is not enough to save anyone.

KAREAH, Kareeah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Bald

Spiritual Connotation: Forgiven

Scripture: Romans 5:8 NRSV

But God proves his love for us in that while we still were sinners Christ died for us.

KAREEM, see Karim

KAREN, Kaaren, Karan, Karon, Karren, Karron, Karryn, Karyn, Karynn (see also Caryn, Karin)

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Pure

Spiritual Connotation: Beloved

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:10 NKJV

Do not sorrow, for the joy of the LORD is your strength.

KARENA, Kareena, Karyna, Karynna (see also Corina, Kaarina, Karina)

Language/Cultural Origin: Norwegian

Inherent Meaning: Spotless

Spiritual Connotation: Purchased

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:19 NLT

He paid for you with the precious lifeblood of Christ, the sinless, spotless Lamb of God.

KARI, Karee, Karie, Karri (see also Cari, Carrie)

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Pure

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:22 NKJV

Flee also youthful lusts; but pursue righteousness, faith, love, peace with those who call on the Lord out of a pure heart.

KARIANNE, Cariana, Cariann, Carianne, Carrianna, Kariana, Kariann, Karianna, Karriana (see also Kerianne)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Virtuous

Spiritual Connotation: Godly

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:3 NRSV

His divine power has given us everything needed for life and godliness, through the knowledge of him who called us by his own glory and goodness.

KARIF, Kareef

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Born in the Fall

Spiritual Connotation: Prosperous

Scripture: Jeremiah 33:9 NKJV

They shall fear and tremb le for all the goodness and all the prosperity that I provide for it.

KARILYNN, Karilin, Karilyne, Karilynne, Karylin, Karylynn (see also Caroline, Karolyn)

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Clear, Pure Water

Spiritual Connotation: Cleansed

Scripture: Hebrews 10:22 NKJV

Let us draw near with a true heart in full assurance of faith, having our hearts sprinkled from an evil conscience and our bodies washed with pure water.

KARIM, Kareem, Karém, Karriem

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Distinguished

Spiritual Connotation: Chosen

Scripture: Psalm 4:3 NKJV

But know that the LORD has set apart for Himself him who is godly; the LORD will hear when I call to Him.

KARIN, Kaarin, Kárin, Karrin (see also Caryn, Karen)

Language/Cultural Origin: Scandinavian

Inherent Meaning: Unblemished

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Psalm 18:2 NCV

The LORD is my rock, my protection, my Savior. My God is my rock. I can run to him for safety. He is my shield and my saving strength, my defender.

KARINA, Karine, Karinna, Karrina, Karrine, Karyna (see also Carina, Kaarina, Karena)

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian

Inherent Meaning: Innocent

Spiritual Connotation: Pure

Scripture: Psalm 26:6 NKJV

I will wash my hands in innocence; so I will go about Your altar, O LORD .

KARIS, Kariss, Karris, Karys, Karyss (see also Carys)

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Graceful

Spiritual Connotation: Discreet

Scripture: Proverbs 3:21-22 NKJV

Keep sound wisdom and discretion; So they will be life to your soul and grace to your neck.

KARISSA, see Carissa

KARL, see Carl

KARLA, see Carla

KARLANA, see Carlana

KARLENE, see Carlene

KARLIN, KARLEE, see Carlin

KARLINA, see Carlina

KARLISSA, see Carlissa

KARLYNN, Karlyn

Language/Cultural Origin: Slavic

Inherent Meaning: Womanly

Spiritual Connotation: Valuable

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10 NKJV

Who can find a virtuous wife? For her worth is far above rubies.

KARMEN, see Carmen

KAROLYN, Karalyn, Karalynn, Karilyn, Karilynn, Karrolyn (see also Caroline, Karilynn)

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Womanly

Spiritual Connotation: Cherished

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25 NKJV

Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ also loved the church and gave Himself for her.

KARSTEN, Karstan, Kärsten, Karstin, Karstine

Language/Cultural Origin: Swedish

Inherent Meaning: Anointed

Spiritual Connotation: Chosen

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:13 NKJV

Then Samuel took the horn of oil and anointed him . . . and the Spirit of the LORD came upon David from that day forward.

KASEM, Casem

Language/Cultural Origin: Thai

Inherent Meaning: Joy

Spiritual Connotation: Fulfilled

Scripture: John 15:11 NRSV

I have said these things to you so that my joy may be in you, and that your joy may be complete.

KASEY, see Casey

KASHA, Kahasha, Kahsha, Kasa

Language/Cultural Origin: Native American

Inherent Meaning: Fur Robe

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Isaiah 61:10 NKJV

He has clothed me with the garments of salvation, He has covered me with the robe of righteousness.

KASHAWNA, Kashana, Kashaun, Kashauna, Kashawn, Kashonda

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Pure Promise

Spiritual Connotation: Eternal Gift

Scripture: Joshua 23:14 NKJV

Not one thing has failed of all the good things which the LORD your God spoke concerning you. All have come to pass for you; not one word of them has failed.

KASIM, Kaseem, Kazeem

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Divided

Spiritual Connotation: Holy

Scripture: Philippians 1:23-24 NRSV

I am hard pressed between the two: my desire is to depart and be with Christ, for that is far better; but to remain in the flesh is more necessary for you.

KASIMIR, see Casimir

KASSANDRA, see Cassandra

KASSIDY, see Cassidy

KATARINA, Catarina, Caterina, Ecatarina, Ecaterina, Ekatarina, Ekaterina, Katareena, Katerina (see also Katrina)

Language/Cultural Origin: Czech/Russian

Inherent Meaning: Unblemished

Spiritual Connotation: Purified

Scripture: Hebrews 9:14 NRSV

How much more will the blood of Christ . . . purify our conscience from dead works to worship the living God!

KATE, Cait, Cate, Kait

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Innocent

Spiritual Connotation: Godly Example

Scripture: Philippians 2:15 NASB

So that you will prove yourselves to be blameless and innocent, children of God above reproach.

KATHERINE, Katharin, Katharine, Katheren, Kathereen, Katherin, Katheryn, Kathren, Kathryn (see also Catherine)

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Pure

Spiritual Connotation: Perceptive

Scripture: Jeremiah 33:3 NKJV

Call to Me, and I will answer you, and show you great and mighty things, which you do not know.

KATHLEEN, Katheleen, Kathlynn, Katleen (see also Cathleen)

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Pure

Spiritual Connotation: Treasured

Scripture: Psalm 115:15 NKJV

May you be blessed by the LORD, who made heaven and earth.

KATO, Katón (see also Cato)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Wise

Spiritual Connotation: Humble

Scripture: Proverbs 13:10 RSV

By insolence the heedless make strife, but with those who take advice is wisdom.

KATONE, Katóne

Language/Cultural Origin: Hungarian

Inherent Meaning: The Lord Exalts

Spiritual Connotation: Obedient

Scripture: Isaiah 42:21 NKJV

The LORD is well pleased for His righteousness’ sake; He will exalt the law and make it honorab le.

KATRIEL, Catriel, Catrielle, Cattriel, Katrielle, Kattriel

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Is My Crown

Spiritual Connotation: Redeemed

Scripture: Hebrews 2:9 NKJV

But we see Jesus, who was . . . for the suffering of death crowned with glory and honor, that He, by the grace of God, might taste death for everyone.

KATRINA, Cateena, Catina, Catreen, Catreena, Catrien, Catrién, Catrin, Catrina, Catrine, Catrinia, Catriona, Catryn, Catryna, Cattrina, Cattrinna, Cattryna, Ecatrinna, Ekatrinna, Kateena, Katina, Katreen, Katreena, Katrene, Katrien, Katrién, Katrin, Katrine, Katrinia, Katriona, Katryn, Katryna, Kattrina, Kattryna

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian/German

Inherent Meaning: Spotless

Spiritual Connotation: Cleansed

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:19 NKJV

But with the precious blood of Christ, as of a lamb without b lemish and without spot.

KATURAH, Katura (see also Keturah)

Language/Cultural Origin: Rhodesian

Inherent Meaning: Relieved

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Psalm 119:142 NKJV

Your righteousness is an everlasting righteousness, and Your law is truth.

KATY, Catey, Caytee, Caytie, Katey, Kati, Katie, Kaytee, Kaytie (see also Cady, Kadee)

Language/Cultural Origin: Estonian

Inherent Meaning: Spotless

Spiritual Connotation: Unblemished

Scripture: Ephesians 5:27 NLT

He did this to present her to himself as a glorious church without a spot or wrinkle or any other b lemish.

KATYA, Cata, Catia, Catja, Catka, Cattiah, Catya, Kata, Katia, Katica, Katja, Katka, Kattiah

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian

Inherent Meaning: Pure

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Psalm 119:1 NRSV

Happy are those whose way is blameless, who walk in the law of the LORD .

KAULANA, Kaliana, Kalianna

Language/Cultural Origin: Hawaiian

Inherent Meaning: Famous

Spiritual Connotation: Strength of God

Scripture: Psalm 89:13 NKJV

You have a mighty arm; strong is Your hand, and high is Your right hand.

KAY, Kae, Kaye

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Rejoicer

Spiritual Connotation: Joyful

Scripture: Proverbs 15:23 NRSV

To make an apt answer is a joy to anyone, and a word in season, how good it is!

KAYA, Kayah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hopi

Inherent Meaning: Child of Wisdom

Spiritual Connotation: Youthful Example

Scripture: Luke 2:49 NKJV

Why did you seek Me? Did you not know that I must be about My Father’s business?

KAYLA, Kaylia, Kayliah (see also Cayla, Kaela, Kaila, Kyla)

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Crowned

Spiritual Connotation: Exalted

Scripture: Psalm 8:5 NKJV

For You have made him a little lower than the angels, and You have crowned him with glory and honor.

KAYLEE, Kaeleah, Kaelee, Kaeleigh, Kaelie, Kailee, Kaileigh, Kailey, Kalee, Kaleigh, Kaley, Kayleah, Kayleigh, Kayley, Kaylie (see also Caeley)

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Crowned

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: Proverbs 14:18 NASB

The naive inherit foolishness, but the sensible are crowned with knowledge.

KAYLEEN, Caeleen, Caileen, Cayleen, Caylene, Kaeleen, Kaileen, Kaylene

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Sweetheart

Spiritual Connotation: Beloved

Scripture: Song of Songs 2:14 NKJV

Let me see your face, let me hear your voice; for your voice is sweet, and your face is lovely.

KAYLYN, Kaelan, Kaelen, Kaelin, Kaelyn, Kaelynn, Kailyn, Kalan, Kalen, Kalin, Kalyn, Kaylan, Kaylin, Kaylon, Kaylynn (see also Caelan, Cailin)

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Crowned

Spiritual Connotation: Delivered

Scripture: Hebrews 2:9 NKJV

But we see Jesus who was . . . for the suffering of death crowned with glory and honor, that He, by the grace of God, might taste death for everyone.

KAYSA, Kajsa

Language/Cultural Origin: Swedish

Inherent Meaning: Clean

Spiritual Connotation: Innocent

Scripture: 2 Samuel 22:21 NLT

The LORD rewarded me for doing right; he compensated me because of my innocence.

KEANDRE, Kendre, Keondre (see also Kendre)

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Manly

Spiritual Connotation: Gentle

Scripture: Philippians 4:5 NRSV

Let your gentleness be known to everyone. The Lord is near.

KEANE, Kean, Keano, Keanu

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Commander

Spiritual Connotation: Steadfast

Scripture: Psalm 16:8 NKJV

I have set the LORD always before me; because He is at my right hand I shall not be moved.

KEARA, Kearra, Keera, Keira, Keirra, Kera (see also Kiera, Kira, Kyrie)

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Dark

Spiritual Connotation: Obedient

Scripture: Isaiah 50:10 NKJV

Who among you fears the LORD ? . . . Who walks in darkness and has no light? Let him trust in the name of the LORD and rely upon his God.

KEARNEY, Kearn, Kearny

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Victorious

Spiritual Connotation: Thankful

Scripture: Psalm 20:5 NASB

We will sing for joy over your victory, and in the name of our God we will set up our banners. May the LORD fulfill all your petitions.

KEATON, Keaten, Keeton

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From Where Hawks Fly

Spiritual Connotation: Reverent

Scripture: Exodus 3:5 NRSV

Come no closer! Remove the sandals from your feet, for the place on which you are standing is holy ground.

KEEGAN, Kaegan, Keagan, Kegan, Keghan

Language/Cultural Origin: Gaelic

Inherent Meaning: Fiery

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Psalm 37:37 NKJV

Mark the blameless man, and observe the upright; for the future of that man is peace.

KEELAN, Kealyn, Keelen, Keelin, Keelyn, Kielan, Kielyn

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Slender

Spiritual Connotation: Holy

Scripture: Leviticus 26:12 NKJV

I will walk among you and be your God, and you shall be My people.

KEELY, Kealey, Kealy, Keelee, Keeleigh, Keelie, Keely, Keilee, Kieley

Language/Cultural Origin: Gaelic

Inherent Meaning: Beautiful

Spiritual Connotation: Trusting

Scripture: Proverbs 30:5 NKJV

Every word of God is pure; He is a shield to those who put their trust in Him.

KEENA, Kina

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Brave

Spiritual Connotation: Given Strength

Scripture: Acts 28:15 NKJV

When Paul saw them, he thanked God and took courage.

KEENAN, Keanan, Keenen, Keenon, Kienan, Kienon

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Little Commander

Spiritual Connotation: Honored

Scripture: Isaiah 12:2 NKJV

Behold, God is my salvation, I will trust and not be afraid; for YAH, the LORD, is my strength and song; He also has become my salvation.

KEIANNA, Kayana, Kayanna, Keiana (see also Kiana, Kiona, Quiana)

Language/Cultural Origin: Japanese

Inherent Meaning: Reverent

Spiritual Connotation: Heir

Scripture: Hebrews 12:28 NKJV

Therefore, since we are receiving a kingdom which cannot be shaken, let us have grace, by which we may serve God acceptably with reverence and godly fear.

KEIFFER, Keefer, Kieffer

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Barrel Maker

Spiritual Connotation: Beloved

Scripture: John 14:23 NKJV

If anyone loves Me, he will keep My word; and My Father will love him, and We will come to him and make Our home with him.

KEIKO, Keiki

Language/Cultural Origin: Japanese

Inherent Meaning: Happy Child

Spiritual Connotation: Chosen

Scripture: Psalm 65:4 NRSV

Happy are those whom you choose and bring near to live in your courts. We shall be satisfied with the goodness of your house, your holy temple.

KEILA, see Kaela

KEILANI, Keilana, Keilanna (see also Kalani)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hawaiian

Inherent Meaning: Glorious

Spiritual Connotation: Likeness of God

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:18 NLT

As the Spirit of the Lord works within us, we become more and more like him and reflect his glory even more.

KEISHA, Keesha, Keeshawna, Keisha, Kesha, Keshia, Keshonda, Keysha, Kiesha, Kisha (see also Queisha)

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Beautiful Woman

Spiritual Connotation: Gentle

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:4 TLB

Be beautiful inside, in your hearts, with the lasting charm of a gentle and quiet spirit that is so precious to God.

KEITA, Keeta

Language/Cultural Origin: Scottish

Inherent Meaning: Enclosed Place

Spiritual Connotation: Joyful

Scripture: Zechariah 2:10 RSV

Sing and rejoice, O daughter of Zion; for lo, I come and I will dwell in the midst of you, says the LORD .

KEITH, Keath

Language/Cultural Origin: Scottish

Inherent Meaning: From the Place of Battle

Spiritual Connotation: Brave

Scripture: Galatians 5:25 NKJV

If we live in the Spirit, let us also walk in the Spirit.

KELBY, Kelbee, Kelbey, Kellby

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: From the Spring Farm

Spiritual Connotation: Petition

Scripture: Matthew 18:20 NKJV

For where two or three are gathered together in My name, I am there in the midst of them.

KELISSA, Kalisa, Kalissa, Kelisa

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Fighter

Spiritual Connotation: Witness

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:12 NKJV

Fight the good fight of faith, lay hold on eternal life, to which you were also called.

KELITA, Kelitta, Kellita

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Poverty

Spiritual Connotation: Unselfish

Scripture: John 12:8 NCV

You will always have the poor with you, but you will not always have me.

KELLEN, Kellan, Kellin, Kellon, Kellyn (see also Kallen)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Mighty Warrior

Spiritual Connotation: Triumphant

Scripture: Jeremiah 50:9 NKJV

Their arrows shall be like those of an expert warrior; none shall return in vain.

KELLER, Keler

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Little Friend

Spiritual Connotation: Selfless

Scripture: John 15:13 NASB

Greater love has no one than this, that one lay down his life for his friends.

KELLY, Keli, Kelia, Keliana, Kelianna, Kellee, Kelley, Kelli, Kellia, Kelliana, Kellie

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Warrior

Spiritual Connotation: Loyal and Brave

Scripture: Proverbs 2:7 NKJV

He stores up sound wisdom for the upright; He is a shield to those who walk uprightly.

KELSEY, Kelcea, Kelcee, Kelcey, Kelcie, Kelcy, Kellsea, Kellsee, Kellsie, Kelsee, Kelsi, Kelsie, Kelsy

Language/Cultural Origin: Old Norse

Inherent Meaning: From Ship Island

Spiritual Connotation: Malleable

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:6 NKJV

Look, as the clay is in the potter’s hand, so are you in My hand, O house of Israel!

KELVIN, Kelvan, Kelvyn

Language/Cultural Origin: Celtic

Inherent Meaning: From the Narrow River

Spiritual Connotation: Reasonable

Scripture: Psalm 119:130 NKJV

The entrance of Your words gives light; it gives understanding to the simple.

KEMP, Khemp

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Champion

Spiritual Connotation: Zealous

Scripture: Psalm 19:5 NCV

The sun comes out like a bridegroom from his bedroom. It rejoices like an athlete eager to run a race.

KENDA, Kendi, Kendie, Kennda, Kindi, Kinnda, Kynda

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Water Baby

Spiritual Connotation: Pure

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:2 NLT

I am jealous for you with the jealousy of God himself. For I promised you as a pure bride to one husband, Christ.

KENDALL, Kendahl, Kendal, Kendel, Kendell, Kindal, Kindall, Kyndal, Kyndall

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Clear Valley

Spiritual Connotation: Thankful

Scripture: Psalm 126:3 NKJV

The LORD has done great things for us, and we are glad.

KENDRA, Kenndra, Kindra, Kyndra

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Understanding

Spiritual Connotation: Filled With Wisdom

Scripture: Proverbs 24:3 NKJV

Through wisdom a house is built, and by understanding it is estab lished.

KENDRE, Kendrae, Kendré, Kendrei (see also Keandre)

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Strong

Spiritual Connotation: Victorious

Scripture: Joshua 10:25 NKJV

Do not be afraid, nor be dismayed; be strong and of good courage, for thus the LORD will do to all your enemies against whom you fight.

KENDRICK, Kendric, Kendrik (see also Kenrick)

Language/Cultural Origin: Celtic

Inherent Meaning: Royal Chief

Spiritual Connotation: Subject of God

Scripture: Deuteronomy 11:1 NKJV

Therefore you shall love the LORD your God, and keep His charge, His statutes, His judgments, and His commandments always.

KENEESE, Kenese, Keniece, Keniese, Kennise

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Fair

Spiritual Connotation: Companion

Scripture: Psalm 55:14 NASB

We who had sweet fellowship together, walked in the house of God in the throng.

KENEISHA, Kaneisha, Kaneshia, Keneesha, Keneshia, Kenishia, Kennesha, Kennisha, Kineesha, Kineisha, Kinesha, Kineshia (see also Quaneisha)

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Beautiful Woman

Spiritual Connotation: Promise

Scripture: Isaiah 4:2 NKJV

In that day the Branch of the LORD shall be beautiful and glorious; and the fruit of the earth shall be excellent and appealing.

KENNAN, Kenan, Kennen, Kennon

Language/Cultural Origin: Scottish

Inherent Meaning: Little Ken

Spiritual Connotation: Encourager

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:2 NKJV

To estab lish you and encourage you concerning your faith.

KENNEDY, Kenadee, Kenedy, Kennady

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Ugly-Headed

Spiritual Connotation: Obedient

Scripture: 2 John 1:9 NCV

But whoever continues to follow the teaching of Christ has both the Father and the Son.

KENNETH, Ken, Keneth, Kenney, Kennith, Kenny

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Royal Oath

Spiritual Connotation: Trustworthy

Scripture: Luke 19:17 NRSV

Well done, good slave! Because you have been trustworthy in a very small thing, take charge of ten cities.

KENRICK, Kenric, Kenrik (see also Kendrick)

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Bold Ruler

Spiritual Connotation: Loyal

Scripture: Psalms 119:112 NKJV

I have inclined my heart to perform Your statutes forever, to the very end.

KENT, Khent

Language/Cultural Origin: Welsh

Inherent Meaning: Radiant

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: Colossians 3:16 NKJV

Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom.

KENYA, Kenia, Kenja

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Animal Horn

Spiritual Connotation: Accountable

Scripture: Hebrews 10:24 NKJV

And let us consider one another in order to stir up love and good works, but exhorting one another.

KENYON, Kenyan

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Blond/White-Haired

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Philippians 1:27 NRSV

Only, live your life in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ.

KENZIE, Kensie, Kenzy, Kinzie (see also Mackenzie)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Child of the Wise Leader

Spiritual Connotation: Destined

Scripture: Isaiah 11:2 NASB

The Spirit of the LORD will rest on Him, the spirit of wisdom and understanding, the spirit of counsel and strength, the spirit of knowledge and the fear of the LORD .

KEON, Keion, Keionne, Keón, Keyon

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: God Is Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:4 RSV

I give thanks to God always for you because of the grace of God which was given you in Christ Jesus.

KERANI, Kera, Kura, Kurani

Language/Cultural Origin: Indo-Pakistani

Inherent Meaning: Sacred Bells

Spiritual Connotation: Protected

Scripture: Psalm 23:5 NKJV

You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; You anoint my head with oil; my cup runs over.

KERENSA, Karensa, Karenza, Kerenza

Language/Cultural Origin: Cornish

Inherent Meaning: Loving

Spiritual Connotation: Beloved

Scripture: Isaiah 43:4 NCV

Because you are precious to me, because I give you honor and love you . . . I will give other nations to save your life.

KERMIT, Kermet, Kermie

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Free of Envy

Spiritual Connotation: Steadfast

Scripture: Isaiah 33:5-6 NKJV

The LORD is exalted, for He dwells on high; He has filled Zion with justice and righteousness. Wisdom and knowledge will be the stability of your times.

KERN, Kerne

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Dark

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Romans 12:21 NKJV

Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.

KEROS, Karos

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Reed of a Weaver’s Beam

Spiritual Connotation: Gifted

Scripture: Exodus 35:35 NRSV

He has filled them with skill to do every kind of work done . . . by any sort of artisan or skilled designer.

KERRIANNE, Karriann, Karrianne, Keriann, Kerianne, Kerriann, Kerryann, Kerryanne (see also Karianne)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Grace of the People

Spiritual Connotation: Child of Grace

Scripture: Romans 9:8 NCV

Abraham’s true children are those who become God’s children because of the promise God made to Abraham.

KERRY, Kearie, Keary, Keree, Kerey, Keri, Kerrey, Kerri, Kerrick, Kerrie (see also Carey, Cary)

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Dark-Haired

Spiritual Connotation: Diligent

Scripture: Colossians 3:23 NKJV

And whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord and not to men.

KERSEN, Kersan, Kersun

Language/Cultural Origin: Indonesian

Inherent Meaning: Cherry

Spiritual Connotation: Destined

Scripture: Isaiah 27:6 NASB

In the days to come Jacob will take root, Israel will blossom and sprout; and they will fill the whole world with fruit.

KERSTEN, see Kirsten

KESHAWN, Keshaun, Keshon, Keyshaun, Keyshawn

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: God Is Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Forgiven

Scripture: Psalm 116:5 RSV

Gracious is the LORD, and righteous; our God is merciful.

KESHIA, see Keisha

KESSIE, Kessa, Kessey, Kessi, Kessia, Kessiah

Language/Cultural Origin: Ashanti

Inherent Meaning: Chubby Baby

Spiritual Connotation: Nourished

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:2 NRSV

Like newborn infants, long for the pure, spiritual milk, so that by it you may grow into salvation.

KESTER, Kesster

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Bearer of Christ

Spiritual Connotation: Servant

Scripture: Mark 8:34 NRSV

If any want to become my followers, let them deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me.

KETURAH, Keturia, Keturyah (see also Katurah)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Incense

Spiritual Connotation: Holy

Scripture: Psalm 141:2 NCV

Let my prayer be like incense placed before you, and my praise like the evening sacrifice.

KEVIN, Kev, Keven, Kévin, Kevinn, Kevon (see also Cavan)

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Handsome

Spiritual Connotation: Honored

Scripture: Psalm 91:15 NKJV

He shall call upon Me, and I will answer him; I will be with him in troub le; I will deliver him and honor him.

KEVYN, Kevan, Kevynn

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Beautiful

Spiritual Connotation: Attractive

Scripture: Song of Songs 2:14 NASB

Let me see your form, let me hear your voice; for your voice is sweet, and your form is lovely.

KEZIA, Kazia, Kaziah, Ketzia, Ketziah, Keziah, Kizzie, Kizzy

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Cinnamonlike Bark

Spiritual Connotation: Valuable

Scripture: Luke 12:24 NKJV

Consider the ravens. . . . God feeds them. Of how much more value are you than the birds?

KHALID, Khaled, Khälid

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Eternal

Spiritual Connotation: Divine

Scripture: John 6:51 NRSV

I am the living bread that came down from heaven.

KHAN, Khanh (see also Quanah)

Language/Cultural Origin: Turkish

Inherent Meaning: Prince

Spiritual Connotation: Promise

Scripture: Psalm 45:16 NASB

In place of your fathers will be your sons; You shall make them princes in all the earth.

KHRISTIAN, KHRISTOPHER, see Christian, Christopher

KIA, Kiah

Language/Cultural Origin: Nigerian

Inherent Meaning: Beginning of the Season

Spiritual Connotation: Sign

Scripture: Psalm 104:19 NRSV

You have made the moon to mark the seasons; the sun knows its time for setting.

KIANA, Keanna, Keiana, Kianna, Kiauna, Kiaunna (see also Keianna, Kiona, Quiana)

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Grace of God

Spiritual Connotation: Restored

Scripture: Isaiah 30:18 NKJV

Therefore the LORD will wait, that He may be gracious to you; and therefore He will be exalted, that He may have mercy on you.

KIARIA, Kiariah, Kiariana, Kiarianna

Language/Cultural Origin: Japanese

Inherent Meaning: Fortunate

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Ruth 3:10 NKJV

Blessed are you of the LORD, my daughter!

KIELE, Kiela, Kieli

Language/Cultural Origin: Hawaiian

Inherent Meaning: Fragrant Blossom

Spiritual Connotation: Sacrifice

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:15 NKJV

For we are to God the fragrance of Christ among those who are being saved and among those who are perishing.

KIERA, Kiara, Kiarra, Kierlyn, Kierlynn, Kierra (see also Keara, Kira, Kyrie)

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Little and Dark

Spiritual Connotation: Contemplative

Scripture: Psalm 46:10 NKJV

Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth!

KIERAN, Keiran, Kernan, Kiernan, Kieron

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Little

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Proverbs 3:13 NKJV

Happy is the man who finds wisdom, and the man who gains understanding.

KILEY, Kilee, Kileigh (see also Kylie)

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Attractive

Spiritual Connotation: Desirable

Scripture: Zechariah 9:17 NLT

How wonderful and beautiful they will be! The young men and women will thrive on the abundance of grain and new wine.

KILLIAN, Kilian

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Little Warrior

Spiritual Connotation: Attentive

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:8 NLT

And if the bugler doesn’t sound a clear call, how will the soldiers know they are being called to battle?

KIMANA, Kimanna

Language/Cultural Origin: Shushone

Inherent Meaning: Butterfly

Spiritual Connotation: Unchained

Scripture: Galatians 5:1 NASB

It was for freedom that Christ set us free; therefore keep standing firm and do not be subject again to a yoke of slavery.

KIMBALL, Kim, Kimbal, Kimble

Language/Cultural Origin: Celtic

Inherent Meaning: Ruler

Spiritual Connotation: Subject of God

Scripture: Psalm 29:2 NKJV

Give unto the LORD the glory due to His name; worship the LORD in the beauty of holiness.

KIMBERLY, Kim, Kimba, Kimber, Kimberlea, Kimberlee, Kimberleigh, Kimberley, Kimberli, Kimberlyn, Kimberlynn, Kimbria, Kym, Kymberlee, Kymberly

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Royal Meadow

Spiritual Connotation: Seeker of Truth

Scripture: Psalm 119:2 NKJV

Blessed are those who keep His testimonies, who seek Him with the whole heart!

KIMI, Kimia, Kimie, Kimika, Kimiko

Language/Cultural Origin: Japanese

Inherent Meaning: Peerless

Spiritual Connotation: Honored

Scripture: Hebrews 8:11 NRSV

And they shall not teach one another or say to each other, know the Lord, for they shall all know me, from the least of them to the greatest.

KINEISHA, see Keneisha

KINSEY, Kingsley, Kingsly, Kinsea, Kinsee, Kinslea, Kinslee, Kinsleigh

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Relative

Spiritual Connotation: Protected

Scripture: Ruth 3:13 NASB

Remain this night, and when morning comes, if he will redeem you, good; let him redeem you.

KIOKO, Kiyoko (see also Kyoko)

Language/Cultural Origin: Japanese

Inherent Meaning: Happy Child

Spiritual Connotation: Respectful

Scripture: Proverbs 29:18 NASB

Where there is no vision, the people are unrestrained, but happy is he who keeps the law.

KIONA, Kionia, Kionna, Kionya (see also Keianna, Kiana, Quiana)

Language/Cultural Origin: Native American

Inherent Meaning: Dark Hills

Spiritual Connotation: Preserved

Scripture: Psalm 121:1-2 NASB

I will lift up my eyes to the mountains; from whence shall my help come? My help comes from the LORD, who made heaven and earth.

KIPP, Kip, Kippar, Kipper, Kippie, Kippy

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Pointed Hill

Spiritual Connotation: Near the Heart ofGod

Scripture: Exodus 24:13 RSV

So Moses rose with his servant Joshua, and Moses went up into the mountain of God.

KIRA, Kiri, Kiria, Kiriana (see also Keara, Kiera, Kyrie)

Language/Cultural Origin: Bulgarian

Inherent Meaning: Throne

Spiritual Connotation: Temple of God

Scripture: Isaiah 37:16 NRSV

O LORD of hosts, God of Israel, who are enthroned above the cherubim, you are God, you alone.

KIRAL, Kieral

Language/Cultural Origin: Turkish

Inherent Meaning: King

Spiritual Connotation: Obedient

Scripture: 1 Samuel 13:4 TLB

Saul sounded the call to arms throughout Israel. He announced that he had destroyed the Philistine garrison.

KIRBY, Kerbey, Kerbie, Kerby, Kirbey, Kirbie

Language/Cultural Origin: Anglo-Saxon

Inherent Meaning: From the ChurchVillage

Spiritual Connotation: Follower of God

Scripture: Psalm 1:3 NKJV

He shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that brings forth its fruit in its season.

KIRIMA, Kireema

Language/Cultural Origin: Eskimo

Inherent Meaning: Hill

Spiritual Connotation: Joyful Praise

Scripture: Psalm 98:8 NASB

Let the rivers clap their hands, let the mountains sing together for joy.

KIRI, Kiree, Kirie, Kirey (see also Kuri)

Language/Cultural Origin: Cambodian

Inherent Meaning: Mountain

Spiritual Connotation: Abundance

Scripture: Amos 9:13 NCV

The time is coming when there will be all kinds of food. People will still be harvesting crops when it’s time to plow again.

KIRK, Kerk

Language/Cultural Origin: Old Norse

Inherent Meaning: From the Church

Spiritual Connotation: Glad in Heart

Scripture: Psalm 4:7 TLB

Yes, the gladness you have given me is far greater than their joys at harvest time as they gaze at their bountiful crops.

KIRSI, Kirsea, Kirsee

Language/Cultural Origin: Indo-Pakistani

Inherent Meaning: Blossoming Flower

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Hosea 14:5 NCV

I will be like the dew to Israel, and they will blossom like a lily.

KIRSTEN, Keirstan, Kersten, Kerstin, Kerstine, Kerston, Kerstyn, Kiersten, Kirstan, Kirstien, Kirstin, Kirstine, Kirston, Kirstyn, Kjersten, Kurstan, Kursten, Kurstyn (see also Karsten)

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Follower of Christ

Spiritual Connotation: Anointed

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 6:42 NLT

O LORD God, do not reject your anointed one. Remember your unfailing love for your servant David.

KIRSTY, Kersta, Kerstee, Kersti, Kerstie, Kersty, Kirsta, Kirstee, Kirsti, Kirstie, Kjersti

Language/Cultural Origin: Scandinavian

Inherent Meaning: Follower of Christ

Spiritual Connotation: Anointed

Scripture: Psalm 28:8 RSV

The LORD is the strength of his people, he is the saving refuge of his anointed.

KISA, Keesa, Keeson, Kison, Kissa

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian

Inherent Meaning: Kitten

Spiritual Connotation: Formed of God

Scripture: Genesis 2:20 NCV

The man gave names to all the tame animals, to the birds in the sky, and to all the wild animals.

KISH

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Straw

Spiritual Connotation: Faithful

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:14 NRSV

If what has been built on the foundation survives, the builder will receive a reward.

KJELL, Kjele

Language/Cultural Origin: Swedish

Inherent Meaning: Landworker

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Psalm 80:9 TLB

You cleared the ground and tilled the soil, and we took root and filled the land.

KLARISSA, Klaresa, Klaressa, Klarisa, Klarisse, Klarrisa, Klarrissa, Klerissa (see also Clarissa)

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Bright

Spiritual Connotation: Glorious Reflection

Scripture: Psalm 148:3 NRSV

Praise him, sun and moon; praise him, all you shining stars!

KLAUS, Claas, Clas, Claus, Klaas, Klas, Klause

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Victory of the People

Spiritual Connotation: Triumphant

Scripture: Deuteronomy 20:4 NLT

For the LORD your God is going with you! He will fight for you against your enemies, and he will give you victory!

KNOX, Knoxx

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Hills

Spiritual Connotation: Peaceful

Scripture: Psalm 72:3 NASB

Let the mountains bring peace to the people, and the hills in righteousness.

KNUTE, Canute, Knut

Language/Cultural Origin: Old Norse

Inherent Meaning: Knot

Spiritual Connotation: Victorious

Scripture: Psalm 18:32 NKJV

It is God who arms me with strength, and makes my way perfect.

KOBI, see Coby

KODY, see Cody

KOHANA, Kohanna

Language/Cultural Origin: Lakota

Inherent Meaning: Speedy

Spiritual Connotation: Efficient

Scripture: Psalm 147:15 NRSV

He sends out his command to the earth; his word runs swiftly.

KOKO, Kokko (see also Coco)

Language/Cultural Origin: Japanese

Inherent Meaning: Stork

Spiritual Connotation: Created

Scripture: Genesis 1:20 NASB

Let the waters teem with swarms of living creatures, and let birds fly above the earth in the open expanse of the heavens.

KOLEY, see Coley

KOLYA, Kollya

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian

Inherent Meaning: Victory of the People

Spiritual Connotation: Exalted

Scripture: Psalm 44:7 NLT

It is you who gives us victory over our enemies; it is you who humbles those who hate us.

KONA, Konia, Konya

Language/Cultural Origin: Hawaiian

Inherent Meaning: Lady

Spiritual Connotation: Loving

Scripture: 2 John 1:5 NASB

And now I ask you, lady, not as writing to you a new commandment, but the one which we have had from the beginning, that we love one another.

KONSTANCE, see Constance

KORAH, Korrah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Baldness

Spiritual Connotation: Covenant

Scripture: Genesis 9:15 NIV

Never again will the waters become a flood to destroy all life.

KORDELL, see Cordell

KOREN, Coren, Corren, Korren

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Shining

Spiritual Connotation: Image of Christ

Scripture: 1 John 2:8 NKJV

The darkness is passing away, and the true light is already shining.

KOREY, Koree, Korrey, Korry, Kory (see also Corey)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Hollow

Spiritual Connotation: Heir

Scripture: Psalm 2:8 NKJV

Ask of Me, and I will give you the nations for your inheritance, and the ends of the earth for your possession.

KORINA, Koreen, Koreena, Koren, Korey, Kori, Korianna, Korie, Korine, Korri, Korrie, Korrin, Korrina, Korrine, Koryn (see also Cora, Cori, Corina, Corinne, Kaarina, Karina, Korah)

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Maiden

Spiritual Connotation: Pure

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:22 NASB

Since you have in obedience to the truth purified your souls for a sincere love of the brethren, fervently love one another from the heart.

KORISSA, see Corissa

KORTNEY, see Courtney

KRISSY, Khris, Kris, Krissey, Krissi

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Follower of Christ

Spiritual Connotation: Disciple

Scripture: Matthew 28:19 NKJV

Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.

KRISTA, Khrissa, Khrista, Khryssa, Khrysta, Krisa, Kriska, Krissa, Kristia, Kryssa, Krysta (see also Christa, Kirsty)

Language/Cultural Origin: Latvian

Inherent Meaning: Follower of Christ

Spiritual Connotation: Disciple

Scripture: Luke 6:20 RSV

And he lifted up his eyes on his disciples, and said: “Blessed are you poor, for yours is the kingdom of God.”

KRISTEN, Kristan, Kristi, Kristie, Kristii, Kristin, Kristy, Kristyn, Krysten, Krysti, Krystin (see also Christen, Karsten, Kirsten)

Language/Cultural Origin: Scandinavian

Inherent Meaning: Follower of Christ

Spiritual Connotation: Anointed

Scripture: Psalm 84:9 NRSV

Behold our shield, O God; look on the face of your anointed.

KRISTIAN, see Christian

KRISTIANA, Kristi-Ann, Kristianna, Kristi-Anna, Kristianne, Kristyana, Kristyanna, Krystiana, Krystianna

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Follower of Christ

Spiritual Connotation: Joyful

Scripture: Luke 11:37 NASB

Now when He had spoken, a Pharisee asked Him to have lunch with him; and He went in, and reclined at the table.

KRISTINA, Khristina, Kristeena, Krysteena, Krystina, Krystyna (see also Christina)

Language/Cultural Origin: Swedish

Inherent Meaning: Follower of Christ

Spiritual Connotation: Near to God

Scripture: John 6:3 NKJV

And Jesus went up on the mountain, and there He sat with His disciples.

KRISTINE, Kristeen, Kristene, Krystine (see also Christine)

Language/Cultural Origin: Norwegian

Inherent Meaning: Follower of Christ

Spiritual Connotation: Chosen

Scripture: John 8:31-32 NRSV

If you continue in my word, you are truly my disciples; and you will know the truth, and the truth will make you free.

KRISTOPHER, see Christopher

KRUIN, Kruan

Language/Cultural Origin: Afrikaans

Inherent Meaning: Mountain Top

Spiritual Connotation: Sacred

Scripture: Ezekiel 43:12 RSV

This is the law of the temple: the whole territory round about upon the top of the mountain shall be most holy.

KRUZ, see Cruz

KRYSTAL, Kristal, Kristalin, Kristall, Kristalyn, Krisstal, Kristal, Kristalee, Kristel, Kristelle, Krystall, Krystallin, Krystel, Krystell, Krystilin, Krystol, Krystylyn (see also Crystal)

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Clear, Sparkling

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Isaiah 54:12 NASB

Moreover, I will make your battlements of rubies, and your gates of crystal, and your entire wall of precious stones.

KRYSTALYNN, Krystaleen, Krystalina, Kristalyn, Kristilynn, Krystalin

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Perfectly Clear Water

Spiritual Connotation: Symbol

Scripture: Revelation 21:21 NASB

And the twelve gates were twelve pearls; each one of the gates was a single pearl. And the street of the city was pure gold, like transparent glass.

KUMI, Kumie, Kumika, Kumiko

Language/Cultural Origin: Japanese

Inherent Meaning: Braided Hair

Spiritual Connotation: Lovely Sacrifice

Scripture: Luke 7:38 TLB

Going in, she knelt behind him at his feet, weeping, with her tears falling down upon his feet; and she wiped them off with her hair and kissed them and poured the perfume on them.

KURI, Kuree, Kurie, Kurii, Kurri (see also Kiri)

Language/Cultural Origin: Japanese

Inherent Meaning: Chestnut

Spiritual Connotation: Expectant

Scripture: Song of Songs 6:11 NCV

I went down into the orchard of nut trees to see the blossoms of the valley, to look for buds on the vines, to see if the pomegranate trees had bloomed.

KURT, Kort (see also Curtis)

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Bold Counselor

Spiritual Connotation: Wise and Just

Scripture: Colossians 2:3 NLT

In him lie hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge.

KWAN, Kwanan

Language/Cultural Origin: Korean

Inherent Meaning: Strong

Spiritual Connotation: Upright

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:13 NLT

But remember that the temptations that come into your life are no different from what others experience. And God is faithful.

KYLA, Kylah, Kylla, Kyllah (see also Cayla, Kaela, Kaila, Keila)

Language/Cultural Origin: Yiddish

Inherent Meaning: Crowned

Spiritual Connotation: Purchased

Scripture: Hebrews 2:9 NASB

But we do see . . . Jesus, because of the suffering of death crowned with glory and honor, that by the grace of God He might taste death for everyone.

KYLE, Kile, Kylan, Kylen, Kyler

Language/Cultural Origin: Gaelic

Inherent Meaning: From the Strait

Spiritual Connotation: Perceptive Insight

Scripture: Proverbs 15:33 NKJV

The fear of the LORD is the instruction of wisdom, and before honor is humility.

KYLIE, Kylee, Kyleigh, Kylen, Kylyn (see also Kiley)

Language/Cultural Origin: Aboriginal

Inherent Meaning: Boomerang

Spiritual Connotation: Generous

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 11:1 NASB

Cast your bread on the surface of the waters, for you will find it after many days.

KYRIE, Kyra, Kyrah, Kyria, Kyriah (see also Keara, Kiera, Kira)

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Feminine, Ladylike

Spiritual Connotation: Tenderhearted

Scripture: 2 John 1:5 NRSV

But now, dear lady, I ask you, not as though I were writing you a new commandment, but one we have had from the beginning, let us love one another.

KYOKO, Kyokoh (see also Kioko)

Language/Cultural Origin: Japanese

Inherent Meaning: Mirror

Spiritual Connotation: Reflection

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:12 NRSV

For now we see in a mirror, dimly, but then we will see face to face.

L

LABAN, Laben, Labon

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: White

Spiritual Connotation: Glorious

Scripture: Matthew 28:3 NASB

And his appearance was like lightning, and his garment as white as snow.

LACEY, Lacee, Laci, Lacie, Lacy

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Joyful

Spiritual Connotation: Filled With Praise

Scripture: Psalm 98:4 RSV

Make a joyful noise to the LORD, all the earth; break forth into joyous song and sing praises!

LACHELLE, Lachele, Lachell

Language/Cultural Origin: American/French

Inherent Meaning: Lock

Spiritual Connotation: Steadfast

Scripture: Revelation 2:17 NRSV

To everyone who conquers I will give . . . a white stone, and on the white stone is written a new name that no one knows except the one who receives it.

LACHLAN, Lachlann, Lochlan, Lochlann

Language/Cultural Origin: Scottish

Inherent Meaning: From the Land of Lakes

Spiritual Connotation: Reverent

Scripture: Mark 4:41 NCV

The followers were very afraid and asked each other, “Who is this? Even the wind and the waves obey him!”

LACHLANA, Lachlanna, Lochlanna, Lochlanne

Language/Cultural Origin: Scottish

Inherent Meaning: From the Land of Lakes

Spiritual Connotation: Strength ThroughFaith

Scripture: Mark 11:23 NASB

Whoever says to this mountain, Be taken up and cast into the sea, and does not doubt in his heart, but believes that what he says is going to happen, it shall be granted him.

LADA, Ladah

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian

Inherent Meaning: Beauty

Spiritual Connotation: Useful

Scripture: Romans 10:15 NKJV

How beautiful are the feet of those who preach the gospel of peace, who bring glad tidings of good things!

LADONNA, La Donna, Ladona, Ladonia, Ladonya

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Refined Lady

Spiritual Connotation: Loving

Scripture: 2 John 1:5 NRSV

But now, dear lady, I ask you, not as though I were writing you a new commandment, but one we have had from the beginning, let us love one another.

LAELA, see Layla

LAHELA, Lahaela, Lahaila

Language/Cultural Origin: Hawaiian

Inherent Meaning: Lamb

Spiritual Connotation: Redeemed

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:19 NLT

He paid for you with the precious lifeblood of Christ, the sinless, spotless Lamb of God.

LAINE, Laina, Lainee, Lainey (see also Lane)

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Brilliant

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Proverbs 4:18 RSV

But the path of the righteous is like the light of dawn, which shines brighter and brighter until full day.

LAIRD, Layrd

Language/Cultural Origin: Scottish

Inherent Meaning: Wealthy Landowner

Spiritual Connotation: Prosperous

Scripture: Proverbs 4:7 NKJV

Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom. And in all your getting, get understanding.

LAKEISHA, Lakaisha, Lakasha, Lakecia, Lakeesha, Lakesha, Lakeshia, Lakesia, Lakeysha, Lakicia, Lakisha, Laqueisha, Laquesha, Laquiesha, Laquisha, Lekasha, Lekeesha, Lekeisha, Lekesha, Lekeshia, Lekicia, Lekisha

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Lovely

Spiritual Connotation: Thankful

Scripture: Psalm 27:4 NASB

One thing . . . I shall seek: That I may dwell in the house of the LORD all the days of my life, to behold the beauty of the LORD, and to meditate in His temple.

LAKENYA, Lakeena, Lakeenya, Lakena, Lakenia, Lakinya, Lekenya

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Horn

Spiritual Connotation: Symbol of Strength

Scripture: Psalm 89:17 NKJV

For You are the glory of their strength, and in Your favor our horn is exalted.

LAKIA, Lakita, Lakiya, Lakya

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Treasure Discovered

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: Isaiah 33:6 NASB

And He will be the stability of your times, a wealth of salvation, wisdom and knowledge; the fear of the LORD is his treasure.

LAKRESHA, see Lucretia

LALA, Lalla

Language/Cultural Origin: Slavic

Inherent Meaning: Tulip

Spiritual Connotation: Enduring

Scripture: Isaiah 40:8 NKJV

The grass withers, the flower fades, but the word of our God stands forever.

LAMAR, Lamarr, Lemar, Lemarr

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: From the Sea

Spiritual Connotation: Preserved

Scripture: Psalm 139:9-10 NKJV

If I take the wings of the morning, and dwell in the uttermost parts of the sea, even there Your hand shall lead me, and Your right hand shall hold me.

LAMBERT, Lambard

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: From the Bright Land

Spiritual Connotation: Protected

Scripture: Psalm 121:8 NKJV

The LORD shall preserve your going out and your coming in from this time forth, and even forevermore.

LAMOND, Lammond, Lemond

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: From the Earth

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Acts 3:25 NRSV

You are the descendants of the prophets and of the covenant that God gave to your ancestors.

LAMONT, Lamonte, Lemont

Language/Cultural Origin: Old Norse

Inherent Meaning: Lawman

Spiritual Connotation: Fearless

Scripture: Haggai 2:5 NKJV

According to the word that I covenanted with you when you came out of Egypt, so My Spirit remains among you; do not fear!

LANA, Lanna, Lannah

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Attractive

Spiritual Connotation: Peaceful

Scripture: Psalm 37:3 NKJV

Trust in the LORD, and do good; dwell in the land, and feed on His faithfulness.

LANAE, Lanai, Lanay, Lannay

Language/Cultural Origin: Hawaiian

Inherent Meaning: Buoyant

Spiritual Connotation: Full of Faith

Scripture: Matthew 14:31 RSV

Jesus immediately reached out his hand and caught him.

LANCE, Lantz, Launce

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: From the Land

Spiritual Connotation: Witness

Scripture: Acts 13:47 NLT

For this is as the Lord commanded us when he said, I have made you a light to the Gentiles, to bring salvation to the farthest corners of the earth.

LANCELOT, Launcelot

Language/Cultural Origin: Old French

Inherent Meaning: Attendant

Spiritual Connotation: God’s Helper

Scripture: Ezekiel 18:31 NKJV

Get yourselves a new heart and a new spirit. For why should you die, O house of Israel?

LANDER, Landers

Language/Cultural Origin: Basque

Inherent Meaning: Like a Lion

Spiritual Connotation: Powerful

Scripture: Genesis 49:9 NCV

Judah is like a young lion. . . . Like a lion, he stretches out and lies down to rest, and no one is brave enough to wake him.

LANDO, Landro

Language/Cultural Origin: Portuguese

Inherent Meaning: From the Famous Land

Spiritual Connotation: Destined

Scripture: Acts 17:26 NLT

From one man he created all the nations throughout the whole earth.

LANDON, Landan, Landin

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the GrassyMeadow

Spiritual Connotation: Comforted

Scripture: John 10:9 NRSV

I am the gate. Whoever enters by me will be saved, and will come in and go out and find pasture.

LANDRY, Landré

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Ruler

Spiritual Connotation: Subject of God

Scripture: Luke 1:33 NKJV

And He will reign over the house of Jacob forever, and of His kingdom there will be no end.

LANE, Laney, Lanie, Layne (see also Laine)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Road

Spiritual Connotation: Eternal

Scripture: Matthew 7:14 NLT

But the gateway to life is small, and the road is narrow, and only a few ever find it.

LANG, Lange

Language/Cultural Origin: Old Norse

Inherent Meaning: Tall

Spiritual Connotation: Lifted Up

Scripture: Psalm 18:33 NRSV

He made my feet like the feet of a deer, and set me secure on the heights.

LANGLEY, Langlee

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Long Meadow

Spiritual Connotation: Peaceful

Scripture: Psalm 147:8 RSV

He covers the heavens with clouds, he prepares rain for the earth, he makes grass grow upon the hills.

LANGSTON, Langsdon

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Tall Man’sTown

Spiritual Connotation: Rescued

Scripture: Isaiah 49:9 NCV

You will tell the prisoners, “Come out of your prison.” You will tell those in darkness, “Come into the light.”

LANI, Lanata, Lanita

Language/Cultural Origin: Hawaiian

Inherent Meaning: Heavenly

Spiritual Connotation: Thankful

Scripture: Psalm 111:3 NCV

What he does is glorious and splendid, and his goodness continues forever.

LANNY, see Lawrence

LAQUISHA, see Lakeisha

LARA, Larah (see also Laura)

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Famous

Spiritual Connotation: God’s Gracious Gift

Scripture: Romans 8:28 NKJV

And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose.

LARAINE, Larain, Larayne, Larine, Lauraine (see also Lorraine)

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Freedom

Spiritual Connotation: Free Spirit

Scripture: Malachi 3:1 NKJV

Behold, I send My messenger, and he will prepare the way before Me.

LARAMIE, Laramee

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Tears of Love

Spiritual Connotation: Vital

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:4 NKJV

A time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance.

LARI, Laree, Larey, Larii

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Bay

Spiritual Connotation: Protected

Scripture: Isaiah 4:6 NLT

It will be a shelter from daytime heat and a hiding place from storms and rain.

LARINA, Larena

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Sea Bird

Spiritual Connotation: Free

Scripture: Matthew 6:26 NRSV

Look at the birds of the air; they neither sow nor reap . . . and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not of more value than they?

LARISSA, Larisa, Laryssa

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Cheerful

Spiritual Connotation: Grateful

Scripture: James 5:13 NRSV

Are any among you suffering? They should pray. Are any cheerful? They should sing songs of praise.

LARK, Larke

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Skylark

Spiritual Connotation: Spiritual Freedom

Scripture: Galatians 5:1 NASB

It was for freedom that Christ set us free; therefore keep standing firm and do not be subject again to a yoke of slavery.

LARKIN, Larkan

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Fierce

Spiritual Connotation: Strength of God

Scripture: Psalm 29:4 NASB

The voice of the LORD is powerful, the voice of the LORD is majestic.

LARRY, see Lawrence

LARS, Larsen, Larson, Larss, Larsson

Language/Cultural Origin: Scandinavian

Inherent Meaning: Crowned With Honor

Spiritual Connotation: Redeemed

Scripture: Hebrews 2:9 NRSV

But we do see Jesus, who . . . was . . . now crowned with glory and honor because of the suffering of death, so that by the grace of God he might taste death for everyone.

LASHONDA, Lashana, Lashandra, Lashanna, Lashannon, Lashauna, Lashaunda, Lashaundra, Lashawnda, Lashawndra, Lashawnia, Lashona, Lashondia, Lashondra, Lashonna, Lashunda, Lashundra, Leshandra, Leshondra, Leshundra, Leshawna

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: God Is Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Victorious

Scripture: Romans 16:20 NLT

The God of peace will soon crush Satan under your feet. May the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you.

LATANYA, Latana, Latania, Latanja, Latanna, Latona, Latonia, Latonna, Latonya (see also Litonya)

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Queen

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Psalm 45:6 NKJV

Your throne, O God, is forever and ever; a scepter of righteousness is the scepter of Your kingdom.

LATASHA, Latacia, Latashia, Lataysha, Letasha, Letashia

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Christmas Child

Spiritual Connotation: Witness of Christ

Scripture: Revelation 1:18 NCV

I am the One who lives; I was dead, but look, I am alive forever and ever! And I hold the keys to death and to the place of the dead.

LATAVIA, Latavya

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Pleasant

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: Proverbs 2:10 NCV

Wisdom will come into your mind, and knowledge will be pleasing to you.

LATEEFAH, Latifa, Latifah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Caress

Spiritual Connotation: Tender

Scripture: Matthew 5:5 NASB

Blessed are the gentle, for they shall inherit the earth.

LATHAM, Laith, Lathe

Language/Cultural Origin: Old Norse

Inherent Meaning: From the Farmstead

Spiritual Connotation: Strong

Scripture: Micah 3:8 NKJV

But truly I am full of power by the Spirit of the LORD, and of justice and might, to declare to Jacob his transgression and to Israel his sin.

LATISHA, Latecia, Lateesha, Lateisha, Latishia, Latissa

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Gladness

Spiritual Connotation: Joyful

Scripture: Psalm 4:7 NLT

You have given me greater joy than those who have abundant harvests of grain and wine.

LATORIA, Latora, Latorya

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Victorious

Spiritual Connotation: Faithful

Scripture: 1 John 5:4 NKJV

For whatever is born of God overcomes the world. And this is the victory that has overcome the world; our faith.

LATOYA, Latoiya, LaToya

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Victorious

Spiritual Connotation: Exalted

Scripture: Matthew 12:20 NLT

He will not crush those who are weak, or quench the smallest hope, until he brings full justice with his final victory.

LAURA, Lauralee, Laureana, Lauret, Laurette, Lauriana, Lauriane, Laurianna, Laurina, Lora, Lorah, Loretta, Lorra, Lorrah, Lorreta (see also Lara, Lori)

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Crowned With Honor

Spiritual Connotation: Victorious

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:4 NLT

Then each of you will control your body and live in holiness and honor.

LAUREL, Laural, Laurell, Laurelle

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Laurel

Spiritual Connotation: Faithful

Scripture: John 15:5 NRSV

I am the vine, you are the branches. Those who abide in me and I in them bear much fruit, because apart from me you can do nothing.

LAUREN, Lauran, Laurene, Laurin, Lauryn, Laurynn (see also Loren)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Bay

Spiritual Connotation: Guarded of God

Scripture: Isaiah 25:4 TLB

But to the poor, O Lord, you are a refuge from the storm, a shadow from the heat.

LAURIE, see Lori

LAVEDA, Lavedia

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Purified

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Psalm 84:11 NKJV

For the LORD God is a sun and shield; the LORD will give grace and glory; no good thing will He withhold from those who walk uprightly.

LAVERNE, LaVerne, Laverna

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Springtime

Spiritual Connotation: Peaceful

Scripture: Isaiah 9:7 NKJV

Of the increase of His government and peace there will be no end.

LAVINIA, Lavenia, Lavina

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Pure

Spiritual Connotation: Priceless

Scripture: Job 22:26 NKJV

For then you will have your delight in the Almighty, and lift up your face to God.

LAVONNE, Lavanna, Lavonda, Lavondria, LaVonne, Lavonya

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Warm, Cheerful

Spiritual Connotation: Fruitful

Scripture: Psalm 8:6 NKJV

You have made him to have dominion over the works of Your hands; You have put all things under his feet.

LAWRENCE, Lanny, Larrance, Larrence, Larry, Laurant, Laurence, Laurens, Laurent, Lauris, Lauritz, Lawrance, Lorence, Lorentz, Lorenzo, Lorinzo, Lorrenzo (see also Loren)

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Crowned With Laurel

Spiritual Connotation: Joyful

Scripture: Psalm 118:24 NKJV

This is the day the LORD has made; We will rejoice and be glad in it.

LAWTON, Laughton

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Hill Town

Spiritual Connotation: Seeker of Truth

Scripture: Matthew 6:33 NKJV

But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.

LAYLA, Laela, Laylah, Laylee, Laylie (see also Leala, Leila, Lila)

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Born at Night

Spiritual Connotation: Cause for Joy

Scripture: Luke 2:11 TLB

The Savior—yes, the Messiah, the Lord— has been born tonight in Bethlehem!

LAZARUS, Lazaros

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: He Whom God Helps

Spiritual Connotation: Friend of God

Scripture: John 16:13 NKJV

When He, the Spirit of truth, has come, He will guide you into all truth.

LEAH, Lea, Léa, Leeah, Leia (see also Leigh, Lia, Liya)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Gazelle

Spiritual Connotation: Beauty and Grace

Scripture: Psalm 18:32-33 NKJV

It is God who arms me with strength, and makes my way perfect. He makes my feet like the feet of deer, and sets me on my high places.

LEALA, Lealia, Leial, Leiala (see also Layla, Leila, Lila)

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Loyal

Spiritual Connotation: Faithful

Scripture: Proverbs 3:3 RSV

Let not loyalty and faithfulness forsake you; bind them about your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart.

LEANDER, Léandre

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Brave as a Lion

Spiritual Connotation: Strong in Spirit

Scripture: John 15:4 NCV

Remain in me, and I will remain in you. . . . You cannot produce fruit alone but must remain in me.

LEANDRA, Leandrea, Leandria, Leeandra

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Brave as a Lion

Spiritual Connotation: Steadfast

Scripture: Psalm 86:15 NASB

But You, O Lord, are a God merciful and gracious, slow to anger and abundant in lovingkindness and truth.

LEANN, Leanne, Leean, Leeanne, Leiann, Leianne (see also Lian)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Youthful

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:22 NIV

Flee the evil desires of youth, and pursue righteousness, faith, love and peace, along with those who call on the Lord out of a pure heart.

LEANNA, see Liana

LEANORE, Lanore, Leanora, Lenora, Lenore, Leonora, Leonorah

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Bright Like the Sun

Spiritual Connotation: Reflection of Christ

Scripture: Revelation 1:16 NASB

His face was like the sun shining in its strength.

LEE

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: From the ShelteredPlace

Spiritual Connotation: Gracious

Scripture: Romans 8:16 NKJV

The Spirit Himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God.

LEEANN, see Leann

LEEDON, Leydon, Lidon, Liedon

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Justice Is Mine

Spiritual Connotation: Defended

Scripture: Deuteronomy 32:35 NLT

I will take vengeance; I will repay those who deserve it.

LEESHA, Lecia, Leecia, Leesia, Lesha, Leshia

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Happy

Spiritual Connotation: Obedient

Scripture: Psalm 119:35 NLT

Make me walk along the path of your commands, for that is where my happiness is found.

LEEZA, Leza (see also Lisa, Liza)

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Surrendered to God

Spiritual Connotation: Sacrifice

Scripture: Luke 23:46 RSV

Then Jesus, crying with a loud voice, said, “Father, into thy hands I commit my spirit!”

LEIF, Léif, Lief

Language/Cultural Origin: Old Norse

Inherent Meaning: Beloved

Spiritual Connotation: Chosen

Scripture: Matthew 3:17 RSV

And lo, a voice from heaven, saying, “This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased.”

LEIGH, Leigha, Leighann, Leighanna (see also Leah, Lia, Liya)

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Meadow

Spiritual Connotation: Guided of God

Scripture: Psalm 95:7 RSV

For he is our God, and we are the people of his pasture, and the sheep of his hand. O that today you would hearken to his voice!

LEIGHTON, Layton, Leyton

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Meadow Farm

Spiritual Connotation: Rescued

Scripture: Isaiah 49:9 TLB

Come out! I am giving you your freedom! They will be my sheep, grazing in green pastures and on the grassy hills.

LEILA, Laila, Leala, Lela (see also Layla, Leala, Lila)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Dark Beauty

Spiritual Connotation: Bringer of Light

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:11 NKJV

He has made everything beautiful in its time. Also He has put eternity in their hearts.

LEILANI, Lelani, Lelania

Language/Cultural Origin: Hawaiian

Inherent Meaning: Heavenly Flower

Spiritual Connotation: Priceless

Scripture: Luke 12:32 NKJV

Do not fear, little flock, for it is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the kingdom.

LEITH, Léith

Language/Cultural Origin: Scottish

Inherent Meaning: From the Broad River

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Acts 3:19-20 NRSV

Repent therefore, and turn to God so that your sins may be wiped out, so that times of refreshing may come from the presence of the Lord.

LEKEISHA, see Lakeisha

LELAND, Leeland, Leyland

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Meadowland

Spiritual Connotation: Prosperous

Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:9 NASB

Then the LORD your God will prosper you abundantly in all the work of your hand.

LEMUEL, Lem

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Consecrated to God

Spiritual Connotation: Holy

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7 NKJV

For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.

LENA, Leena, Lenah, Lina

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Gentle

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed Peacemaker

Scripture: Matthew 7:12 NKJV

Therefore, whatever you want men to do to you, do also to them, for this is the Law and the Prophets.

LENITA, Leneisha, Lenice, Lenis, Lenise, Lenisha

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: White Lily

Spiritual Connotation: Discerning Spirit

Scripture: Proverbs 16:20 NLT

Those who listen to instruction will prosper; those who trust the LORD will be happy.

LENNON, Lennan, Lennen

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Small Cloak

Spiritual Connotation: Selfless

Scripture: Luke 6:29 NKJV

To him who strikes you on the one cheek, offer the other also. And from him who takes away your cloak, do not withhold your tunic either.

LENNOX, Lenox

Language/Cultural Origin: Scottish

Inherent Meaning: Placid Stream

Spiritual Connotation: God Is All-Sufficient

Scripture: Jeremiah 32:27 TLB

I am the Lord, the God of all mankind; is there anything too hard for me?

LENORE, see Leanore

LEO, Léo

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Lionhearted

Spiritual Connotation: Courageous

Scripture: Deuteronomy 31:6 NASB

Be strong and courageous, do not be afraid or tremb le at them, for the LORD your God is the one who goes with you. He will not fail you or forsake you.

LEON, Léon, Leone

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Brave as a Lion

Spiritual Connotation: Brave

Scripture: Joshua 1:7 NASB

Only be strong and very courageous; be careful to do according to all the law which Moses My servant commanded you . . . so that you may have success wherever you go.

LEONA, Leone, Leonia, Liona

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Lioness

Spiritual Connotation: Courageous Spirit

Scripture: Psalm 25:5 RSV

Lead me in thy truth, and teach me, for thou art the God of my salvation; for thee I wait all the day long.

LEONARD, Len, Lenard, Lennard, Lennie, Lenno, Lenny, Leno, Léonard, Leonardo

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Strong as a Lion

Spiritual Connotation: Fearless Spirit

Scripture: Proverbs 8:14 NKJV

Counsel is mine, and sound wisdom; I am understanding, I have strength.

LEORA, see Liora

LEROY, Leeroy, LeeRoy, LeRoy

Language/Cultural Origin: Old French

Inherent Meaning: Royal

Spiritual Connotation: Esteemed

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:10 NKJV

But God has revealed them to us through His Spirit. For the Spirit searches all things, yes, the deep things of God.

LESLIE, Leslea, Leslee, Lesley, Lesli, Lesslie, Lezlee, Lezley, Lezlie

Language/Cultural Origin: Scottish

Inherent Meaning: From the Low Meadow

Spiritual Connotation: Remembered

Scripture: Isaiah 42:16 NKJV

I will bring the b lind by a way they did not know; I will lead them in paths they have not known. I will make darkness light before them.

LESTER, Les

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Chosen Camp

Spiritual Connotation: Shining Spirit

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17 NKJV

Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new.

LEVANA, Lévana, Levanna, Livana, Livanna

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Moon

Spiritual Connotation: Symbol

Scripture: Psalm 89:37 NRSV

It shall be estab lished forever like the moon, an enduring witness in the skies.

LEVANON, Levanan, Levanen, Levannon

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Moon

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Psalm 136:9 NCV

He made the moon and stars to rule the night. His love continues forever.

LEVI, Leevi, Levey, Levy

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Harmonious

Spiritual Connotation: Enlightened

Scripture: Psalm 18:28 NKJV

For You will light my lamp; the LORD my God will enlighten my darkness.

LEVIA, Levya

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Attached

Spiritual Connotation: One With God

Scripture: Zechariah 2:11 NKJV

Many nations shall be joined to the LORD in that day, and they shall become My people. And I will dwell in your midst.

LEVINA, Leveena

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Flash of Lightning

Spiritual Connotation: Ardent Praise

Scripture: Psalm 36:7 NLT

How precious is your unfailing love, O God! All humanity finds shelter in the shadow of your wings.

LEVONA, Livona

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Incense

Spiritual Connotation: Sacrifice

Scripture: Psalm 141:2 NRSV

Let my prayer be counted as incense before you, and the lifting up of my hands as an evening sacrifice.

LEWIS, Lew, Lewie

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Safeguard of the People

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Matthew 12:35 NLT

A good person produces good words from a good heart, and an evil person produces evil words from an evil heart.

LEX, Lexx

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Defender of Mankind

Spiritual Connotation: Protector

Scripture: Psalm 9:9 TLB

All who are oppressed may come to him. He is a refuge for them in their times of trouble.

LEXI, Leksa, Lexa, Lexee, Lexey, Lexia, Lexie, Lexxa, Lexxia, Lexxie, Lexy

Language/Cultural Origin: Czech

Inherent Meaning: Defender of Mankind

Spiritual Connotation: Stronghold

Scripture: Isaiah 4:6 NASB

There will be a shelter to give shade from the heat by day, and refuge and protection from the storm and the rain.

LIA, Liah (see also Leah, Leigh, Liya)

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Bringer of Good News

Spiritual Connotation: Messenger

Scripture: Luke 2:10 NASB

And the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid; for behold, I bring you good news of a great joy which shall be for all the people.”

LIAN, Liane, Lianne (see also Leann)

Language/Cultural Origin: Chinese

Inherent Meaning: Willow

Spiritual Connotation: Eternal

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:8 NRSV

They shall be like a tree planted by water, sending out its roots by the stream. It shall not . . . cease to bear fruit.

LIANA, Leana, Leanna, Leeanna, Leiana, Leianna, Lianna (see also Iliana, Eliana)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: My God HasAnswered Me

Spiritual Connotation: Important

Scripture: Genesis 21:17 NRSV

Do not be afraid; for God has heard the voice of the boy where he is.

LIBBY, Libbee, Libbey, Libbie

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Promise of God

Spiritual Connotation: Preserved

Scripture: Isaiah 59:21 NASB

My Spirit which is upon you, and My words which I have put in your mouth shall not depart from your mouth.

LIBERTY, Libertee

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Freedom

Spiritual Connotation: Unchained

Scripture: Galatians 5:1 NASB

It was for freedom that Christ set us free; therefore keep standing firm and do not be subject again to a yoke of slavery.

LIDA, Leeda, Lita

Language/Cultural Origin: Slavic

Inherent Meaning: Love

Spiritual Connotation: Beloved

Scripture: Ephesians 4:32 NASB

Be kind to one another, tender-hearted, forgiving each other, just as God in Christ also has forgiven you.

LIESEL, Leisel, Liesl, Liezel, Liezl, Lisel

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Oath of God

Spiritual Connotation: Promise

Scripture: Zechariah 9:11 NASB

As for you also, because of the blood of My covenant with you, I have set your prisoners free from the waterless pit.

LILA, Lilah, Lyla, Lylah (see also Layla, Leala, Leila)

Language/Cultural Origin: Persian

Inherent Meaning: Lilac

Spiritual Connotation: Lovely Aroma

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:15 NKJV

For we are to God the fragrance of Christ among those who are being saved and among those who are perishing.

LILITH, Lillith

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Night Owl

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: Proverbs 8:9 NKJV

They are all plain to him who understands, and right to those who find knowledge.

LILLIAN, Lili, Lilia, Lilian, Liliana, Liliane, Liljana, Lilliana, Lillianna, Lillyan, Lily

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Purity

Spiritual Connotation: Shining Light

Scripture: Zechariah 2:10 NKJV

Sing and rejoice, O daughter of Zion! For behold, I am coming and I will dwell in your midst.

LIN, Linh, Linn (see also Lynn)

Language/Cultural Origin: Chinese

Inherent Meaning: Jade

Spiritual Connotation: Beautiful

Scripture: Revelation 4:3 NKJV

And He who sat there was like a jasper and a sardius stone in appearance; and there was a rainbow around the throne, in appearance like an emerald.

LINCOLN, Lincon

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Pool Town

Spiritual Connotation: Victorious

Scripture: 1 John 5:4 RSV

For whatever is born of God overcomes the world; and this is the victory that overcomes the world, our faith.

LINDA, Linnea, Linnie, Lynda

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: Beautiful

Spiritual Connotation: Excellent Virtue

Scripture: James 5:16 NRSV

Therefore confess your sins to one another, and pray for one another, so that you may be healed. The prayer of the righteous is powerful and effective.

LINDEE, Lindey, Lindi, Lindie, Lindy

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Lovely

Spiritual Connotation: Witness

Scripture: Romans 10:15 NLT

How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news!

LINDELL, Lendell, Lindall, Lindel, Lyndel, Lyndell

Language/Cultural Origin: Anglo-Saxon

Inherent Meaning: From the Linden Trees

Spiritual Connotation: Inheritor

Scripture: Luke 12:32 NASB

Do not be afraid, little flock, for your Father has chosen gladly to give you the kingdom.

LINDSEY, Lindsay, Lindsee, Lindsi, Lindsie, Lindsy, Lindzee, Linsay, Linsey, Linsi, Linsie, Linzee, Linzey, Lyndsay, Lyndsee, Lyndsey, Lynnsey, Lynnzey, Lynsay, Lynsee, Lynsey, Lynzey, Lynzi, Lynzie

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Pool Island

Spiritual Connotation: Peaceful

Scripture: Hebrews 12:11 RSV

For the moment all discipline seems painful rather than pleasant; later it yields the peaceful fruit of righteousness.

LINFORD, Lynford

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle English

Inherent Meaning: From the Lime-Tree Ford

Spiritual Connotation: Gentle

Scripture: Matthew 11:29 NRSV

Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me; for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.

LINLEY, Lindlee, Linlea, Linlee

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Flax Meadow

Spiritual Connotation: Abiding in God

Scripture: Acts 17:28 NRSV

For in him we live and move and have our being; as even some of your own poets have said . . . we too are his offspring.

LINUS, Linas

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Fair-Haired

Spiritual Connotation: Treasurer of Wisdom and Knowledge

Scripture: Colossians 2:2 NRSV

I want their hearts to . . . have the knowledge of God’s mystery, that is, Christ himself, in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge.

LIONEL, Lional, Lionell, Lyonel

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Little Lion

Spiritual Connotation: Strong in Faith

Scripture: Psalm 26:3 RSV

For thy steadfast love is before my eyes, and I walk in faithfulness to thee.

LIORA, Leora

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Glowing Light

Spiritual Connotation: Brilliance

Scripture: Revelation 21:11 NCV

It was shining with the glory of God and was bright like a very expensive jewel, like a jasper, clear as crystal.

LISA, Leesa, Liesa, Liisa, Lisana, Lisann, Lisanna, Lisanne, Lise (see also Leeza, Liza)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Consecrated to God

Spiritual Connotation: Redeemed

Scripture: Romans 11:27 NKJV

For this is My covenant with them, when I take away their sins.

LISETTE, Lissette

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Promise of God

Spiritual Connotation: One With Christ

Scripture: Romans 8:38-39 NKJV

For I am persuaded that neither death nor life . . . nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.

LISSA, Lissee, Lissey, Lissi, Lissie, Lissy, Lyssa (see also Alisa, Elissa, Elysia)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Honeybee

Spiritual Connotation: Servant

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:16 NRSV

I urge you to put yourselves at the service of such people, and of everyone who works and toils with them.

LITA, see Lida

LITONYA, Litania, Litanya, Litonia (see also Latanya)

Language/Cultural Origin: Moquelumnan

Inherent Meaning: Darting Hummingbird

Spiritual Connotation: Child of God

Scripture: Matthew 6:26 RSV

Look at the birds of the air: they neither sow nor reap . . . and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not of more value than they?

LIVIA, Levia, Leviya, Levya, Livie, Liviya, Livy, Livya (see also Olivia)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Royal Crown

Spiritual Connotation: Exalted

Scripture: Psalm 89:19 NRSV

Then you spoke in a vision to your faithful one, and said: I have set the crown on one who is mighty, I have exalted one chosen from the people.

LIVINGSTON, Livingstone

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From Leif’s Town

Spiritual Connotation: Chosen

Scripture: Isaiah 55:5 NKJV

Surely you shall call a nation you do not know, and nations who do not know you shall run to you, because of the LORD your God . . . for He has glorified you.

LIYA, Leeya (see also Leah, Leigh, Lia)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Belonging to God

Spiritual Connotation: Trusting

Scripture: John 1:12 TLB

But to all who received him, he gave the right to become children of God. All they needed to do was to trust him to save them.

LIZA, Liz, Lizann, Lizanne, Lizbeth, Lizina, Lizzey, Lizzie, Lizzy, Lyza (see also Leeza, Lisa)

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Covenant of God

Spiritual Connotation: Established

Scripture: Psalm 132:12 NCV

If your sons keep my agreement and the rules that I teach them, then their sons after them will rule on your throne forever and ever.

LLEWELLYN, Lewellyn

Language/Cultural Origin: Celtic

Inherent Meaning: Ruler

Spiritual Connotation: Peaceful

Scripture: 1 John 4:18 NASB

There is no fear in love; but perfect love casts out fear, because fear involves punishment, and the one who fears is not perfected in love.

LLOYD, Loyd

Language/Cultural Origin: Welsh

Inherent Meaning: Wise

Spiritual Connotation: Seeker of Holiness

Scripture: Proverbs 12:28 NKJV

In the way of righteousness is life, and in its pathway there is no death.

LOCKE, Lock

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Forest

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: Proverbs 23:24 NKJV

The father of the righteous will greatly rejoice, and he who begets a wise child will delight in him.

LOGAN, Logen

Language/Cultural Origin: Celtic

Inherent Meaning: From the Little Hollow

Spiritual Connotation: Devoted to God

Scripture: Philippians 4:6 NCV

Do not worry about anything, but pray and ask God for everything you need, always giving thanks.

LOIS

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Desired

Spiritual Connotation: Established in Truth

Scripture: 2 Samuel 22:29 NKJV

For You are my lamp, O LORD ; the LORD shall enlighten my darkness.

LOLA, Lolita

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Crowned WithCompassion and Grace

Spiritual Connotation: Perceptive Insight

Scripture: Psalm 16:11 NKJV

You will show me the path of life; in Your presence is fullness of joy; at Your right hand are pleasures forevermore.

LOMAN, Lomán

Language/Cultural Origin: Serbian

Inherent Meaning: Delicate

Spiritual Connotation: Loving

Scripture: Ephesians 4:32 NKJV

And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, just as God in Christ forgave you.

LOMAS, Lomás

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From Lomas

Spiritual Connotation: Reverent

Scripture: Psalm 33:8 NKJV

Let all the earth fear the LORD ; let all the inhabitants of the world stand in awe of Him.

LONDON, Londan, Londen, Londyn

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Castle of the Moon

Spiritual Connotation: Unique

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:41 NCV

The sun has one kind of beauty, the moon has another beauty, and the stars have another. And each star is different in its beauty.

LONNA, Lona, Loni, Lonie

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Lioness

Spiritual Connotation: Courageous

Scripture: Joshua 1:9 RSV

Be strong and of good courage; be not frightened, neither be dismayed; for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.

LONNIE, Lon, Lonn, Lonny

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Ready for Battle

Spiritual Connotation: God’s Soldier

Scripture: Exodus 13:18 RSV

But God led the people . . . and the people of Israel went up out of the land of Egypt equipped for battle.

LORA, see Laura

LORELEI, Loralee, Loralie, Lorilee

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Alluring

Spiritual Connotation: Witness

Scripture: Titus 2:10 NCV

They . . . should show their masters they can be fully trusted so that in everything they do they will make the teaching of God our Savior attractive.

LOREN, Larian, Larien, Laurin, Lawren, Lorin, Loring, Lorne, Lorren, Lorrin, Loryn (see also Lauren, Lawrence)

Language/Cultural Origin: Basque

Inherent Meaning: Son of the Famous Warrior

Spiritual Connotation: God’s Warrior

Scripture: Ephesians 6:17 NKJV

And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.

LORI, Lari, Laure, Lauré, Lauri, Laurie, Loree, Lorey, Lorianna, Lorie, Lorrie (see also Laura)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Crowned With Honor

Spiritual Connotation: Hopeful

Scripture: Isaiah 28:5 NASB

In that day the LORD of hosts will become a beautiful crown and a glorious diadem to the remnant of His people.

LORITZ, Lauritz

Language/Cultural Origin: Danish

Inherent Meaning: Evergreen

Spiritual Connotation: Promise

Scripture: Isaiah 55:13 NIV

Instead of the thornbush will grow the pine tree, and instead of briers the myrtle will grow. This will be for . . . an everlasting sign.

LORAINE, Loraine, Lorayne, Lorrayne (see also Laraine)

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Warrior

Spiritual Connotation: Strength of God

Scripture: Isaiah 45:2 NKJV

I will go before you and make the crooked places straight; I will break in pieces the gates of bronze and cut the bars of iron.

LORETA, see Laura

LOT, Lott

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Covered

Spiritual Connotation: Protected

Scripture: Isaiah 32:2 NASB

And each will be like a refuge from the wind, and a shelter from the storm, . . . like the shade of a huge rock in a parched land.

LOUIS, Lou, Louie, Luigi, Luis

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Famous Warrior

Spiritual Connotation: Declarer of God

Scripture: Isaiah 43:19 NASB

Behold, I will do something new, now it will spring forth. . . . I will even make a roadway in the wilderness, rivers in the desert.

LOUISE, Louisa, Luisa, Luiza

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Protectress

Spiritual Connotation: Watchful

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:25 NRSV

For you were going astray like sheep, but now you have returned to the shepherd and guardian of your souls.

LOURDES, Lordes

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: From Lourdes

Spiritual Connotation: Redeemed

Scripture: Romans 5:8 RSV

But God shows his love for us in that while we were yet sinners Christ died for us.

LOWELL, Lovell, Lowel

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Little Wolf

Spiritual Connotation: Peaceful

Scripture: Colossians 3:15 NKJV

And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to which also you were called in one body; and be thankful.

LUANN, Luana, Luanna, Luanne

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Graceful Warrior

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Psalm 55:22 NASB

Cast your burden upon the LORD, and He will sustain you; He will never allow the righteous to be shaken.

LUCILE, Luci, Lucia, Luciann, Lucie, Lucienne, Lucile, Lucille, Lucina, Lucinda, Lucy

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Light Bringer

Spiritual Connotation: Chosen of God

Scripture: Romans 8:28 NKJV

And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose.

LUCIUS, Lucas, Lucian, Luciano,

Lucien (see also Luke)

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Bringer of Light

Spiritual Connotation: Enlightened

Scripture: Psalm 139:9-10 NRSV

If I take the wings of the morning and settle at the farthest limits of the sea, even there your hand shall lead me, and your right hand shall hold me fast.

LUCRETIA, Lacresha, Lacreshia, Lacretia, Lakresha, Lakreshia, Lucresha, Lucreshia

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Riches, Rewards

Spiritual Connotation: Prosperous

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:20 KJV

Believe in the LORD your God, so shall ye be estab lished; believe his prophets, so shall ye prosper.

LUDWIG, Ludvig

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Famous Warrior

Spiritual Connotation: Gifted

Scripture: Psalm 89:18 NKJV

For our shield belongs to the LORD, and our king to the Holy One of Israel.

LUKE, Luc, Luk (see also Lucius)

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Luminous

Spiritual Connotation: Talented

Scripture: Exodus 31:3 NKJV

And I have filled him with the Spirit of God, in wisdom, in understanding, in knowledge, and in all manner of workmanship.

LUPE, Lupé

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: Wolf

Spiritual Connotation: Courageous

Scripture: Psalm 91:11 NKJV

For He shall give His angels charge over you, to keep you in all your ways.

LUTHER, Lothar, Luthor

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Famous Warrior

Spiritual Connotation: Honored

Scripture: Isaiah 41:13 RSV

For I, the LORD your God, hold your right hand. . . . Fear not, I will help you.

LYDIA, Lidi, Lidia, Lidiya

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Womanly

Spiritual Connotation: Beautiful Light

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:6 NASB

For God . . . is the One who has shone in our hearts to give the Light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Christ.

LYLE, Lisle, Lysle

Language/Cultural Origin: Old French

Inherent Meaning: From the Island

Spiritual Connotation: Joyous Spirit

Scripture: Psalm 32:11 NASB

Be glad in the LORD and rejoice, you righteous ones; and shout for joy, all you who are upright in heart.

LYNDON, Lindan, Linden, Lindon, Lynden

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Lime Tree Hill

Spiritual Connotation: Excellent Worth

Scripture: Luke 12:7 NASB

Indeed, the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Do not fear; you are of more value than many sparrows.

LYNELLE, Linell, Linnell, Lynell, Lynnell, Lynnelle

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Pretty

Spiritual Connotation: Virtuous

Scripture: Proverbs 31:30 RSV

Charm is deceitful, and beauty is vain, but a woman who fears the LORD is to be praised.

LYNN, Linette, Lyn, Lynetta, Lynette, Lynne (see also Lin)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Clear Pool

Spiritual Connotation: Holy

Scripture: Proverbs 9:10 NKJV

The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, and the knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.

LYSANDER, Lisander

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Liberator

Spiritual Connotation: Freedom

Scripture: John 8:32 NASB

And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.

LYSANDRA, Lisandra

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Liberator

Spiritual Connotation: Freedom

Scripture: Galatians 5:1 NKJV

Stand fast therefore in the liberty by which Christ has made us free, and do not be entangled again with a yoke of bondage.

M

MAAYAN, Maayana, Maeanna,

Maion, Mayani, Mayon (see also Mahon, Maon)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Water Source

Spiritual Connotation: Fountain of Life

Scripture: John 4:14 NRSV

But those who drink of the water that I will give them will never be thirsty. The water that I will give will become in them a spring of water gushing up to eternal life.

MABEL, Mable

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Lovable

Spiritual Connotation: Beautiful in Spirit

Scripture: John 15:5 NKJV

I am the vine, you are the branches. He who abides in Me, and I in him, bears much fruit; for without Me you can do nothing.

MACABEE, Maccabee, Mákabi

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Who Is Like God?

Spiritual Connotation: Reverent

Scripture: Exodus 15:11 NASB

Who is like Thee among the gods, O LORD ? Who is like Thee, majestic in holiness, awesome in praises, working wonders?

MACARTHUR, MacArthur, McArthur

Language/Cultural Origin: Scottish

Inherent Meaning: Child of the Brave Man

Spiritual Connotation: Forgiven

Scripture: Matthew 9:2 NASB

Take courage, My son, your sins are forgiven.

MACAULAY, Macauley, McCauley

Language/Cultural Origin: Scottish

Inherent Meaning: Child of Righteousness

Spiritual Connotation: Mature

Scripture: Proverbs 22:6 NKJV

Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it.

MACDONALD, McDonald, McDonnell

Language/Cultural Origin: Scottish

Inherent Meaning: Child of the Great Ruler

Spiritual Connotation: Honest

Scripture: Proverbs 20:11 TLB

The character of even a child can be known by the way he acts—whether what he does is pure and right.

MACIA, Macya

Language/Cultural Origin: Polish

Inherent Meaning: Wished-for

Spiritual Connotation: Blameless

Scripture: Psalm 37:4 NASB

Delight yourself in the LORD ; and He will give you the desires of your heart.

MACKAY, MacKay, McKay

Language/Cultural Origin: Scottish

Inherent Meaning: Son of the Rejoicer

Spiritual Connotation: Received With Glory

Scripture: Zephaniah 3:17 RSV

The LORD, your God, is in your midst, a warrior who gives victory; he will rejoice over you with gladness.

MACKENZIE, Mackensie, Mackenzee, McKensi, McKenzee, McKenzie

Language/Cultural Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Inherent Meaning: Child of the Wise Leader

Spiritual Connotation: Witness

Scripture: Proverbs 23:24 NKJV

The father of the righteous will greatly rejoice, and he who begets a wise child will delight in him.

MACKINNLEY, MacKinnley, Mckinnlee, McKinnley

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Child of the Scholarly Ruler

Spiritual Connotation: Peaceful

Scripture: Isaiah 11:6 RSV

The wolf shall dwell with the lamb . . . and a little child shall lead them.

MACNAIR, McNair

Language/Cultural Origin: Scottish

Inherent Meaning: Child of the Heir

Spiritual Connotation: Favored

Scripture: Galatians 3:29 NLT

And now that you belong to Christ, you are the true children of Abraham. . . . All the promises God gave to him belong to you.

MACY, Macee, Macey, Maci, Macie

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: From Matthew’s Estate

Spiritual Connotation: Enlightened

Scripture: John 1:29 NKJV

The next day John saw Jesus coming toward him, and said, Behold! The Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world!

MADDOX, Madox

Language/Cultural Origin: Welsh

Inherent Meaning: Son of the Benefactor

Spiritual Connotation: Promise

Scripture: Hebrews 11:11 RSV

By faith Sarah herself received power to conceive, even when she was past the age, since she considered him faithful who had promised.

MADELINE, Mada, Madalaina, Madaline, Madalyn, Madalynn, Maddi, Maddie, Maddy, Madelaine, Madeleine, Madelene, Madelynn, Madelynne, Madlen, Madlin, Madoline

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Magnificent

Spiritual Connotation: Prayerful

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:15 NKJV

I will pray with the spirit, and I will also pray with the understanding. I will sing with the spirit, and I will also sing with the understanding.

MADISON, Maddison, Madisen, Madissen, Madisson

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Child of the Valiant Warrior

Spiritual Connotation: Brave

Scripture: Luke 18:27 NKJV

The things which are impossible with men are possib le with God.

MADONNA, Madona

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: My Lady

Spiritual Connotation: Pure

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:2 NLT

Treat the older women as you would your mother, and treat the younger women with all purity as your own sisters.

MAE, see May

MAGDALENE, Magdalen, Magdalina, Magdaline, Magdalyn, Magdelana, Magdelena, Magdelene, Magdelina, Magdeline, Magdelyn, Magdelynn

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: High Fortress

Spiritual Connotation: Protected

Scripture: Psalm 144:2 NLT

He is my loving ally and my fortress, my tower of safety, my deliverer. He stands before me as a shield, and I take refuge in him.

MAGGIE, Maggee, Maggi

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Pearl

Spiritual Connotation: Of Great Value

Scripture: Revelation 21:21 NKJV

The twelve gates were twelve pearls: each individual gate was of one pearl. And the street of the city was pure gold, like transparent glass.

MAGNUS, Magnes

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Great

Spiritual Connotation: Privileged

Scripture: Jeremiah 33:3 NKJV

Call to Me, and I will answer you, and show you great and mighty things, which you do not know.

MAGUIRE, MacGuire, McGwire

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Child of the Fair One

Spiritual Connotation: Trustworthy

Scripture: James 2:5 NRSV

Has not God chosen the poor in the world to be rich in faith and to be heirs of the kingdom that he has promised to those who love him?

MAHALAH, Mahala, Mahalia, Mahaliah, Mahalla, Mahlah, Mehalia, Mehalla

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Tenderness

Spiritual Connotation: Gentle

Scripture: Ephesians 4:32 RSV

And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you.

MAHINA, Maheina

Language/Cultural Origin: Hawaiian

Inherent Meaning: Moon

Spiritual Connotation: Testimony

Scripture: Psalm 89:37 NRSV

It shall be estab lished forever like the moon, an enduring witness in the skies.

MAHIRA, Maheira

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Industrious

Spiritual Connotation: Diligent

Scripture: Matthew 9:37 RSV

Then he said to his disciples, the harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few.

MAHON, Mahan (see also Maayan, Maon)

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Bear

Spiritual Connotation: Favored

Scripture: Ephesians 1:5 NRSV

He destined us for adoption as his children through Jesus Christ, according to the good pleasure of his will.

MAIA, Maiah (see also Maija, Maya, Mia, Miya)

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Nurse

Spiritual Connotation: Healer

Scripture: Psalm 147:3 RSV

He heals the brokenhearted, and binds up their wounds.

MAIJA, Maja, Majalyn (see also Maia, Maya, Mia, Miya)

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Splendid

Spiritual Connotation: Wondrous

Scripture: Micah 7:15 RSV

As in the days when you came out of the land of Egypt I will show them marvelous things.

MAITLAND, Maitlan, Maitlen

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Meadowland

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Isaiah 30:23 NASB

Then He will give you rain . . . and bread from the yield of the ground, and it will be rich and plenteous; on that day your livestock will graze in a roomy pasture.

MAJOR, Majar, Majer

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Greater

Spiritual Connotation: Selfless

Scripture: John 15:13 NKJV

Greater love has no one than this, than to lay down one’s life for his friends.

MAKANA, Makanna

Language/Cultural Origin: Hawaiian

Inherent Meaning: Present

Spiritual Connotation: Priceless Gift

Scripture: Romans 6:23 NKJV

For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.

MAKANI, Makánee

Language/Cultural Origin: Hawaiian

Inherent Meaning: Wind

Spiritual Connotation: Mysterious

Scripture: John 3:8 TLB

Just as you can hear the wind but can’t tell where it comes from or where it will go next, so it is with the Spirit.

MALA, Malea (see also Malaya, Malia)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: High Fortress

Spiritual Connotation: Child of God

Scripture: Joel 3:16 NKJV

The heavens and earth will shake; but the LORD will be a shelter for His people, and the strength of the children of Israel.

MALACHI, Malakai

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Messenger of the Lord

Spiritual Connotation: Trustworthy

Scripture: Proverbs 25:13 RSV

Like the cold of snow in the time of harvest is a faithful messenger to those who send him, he refreshes the spirit of his masters.

MALANA, Malanna

Language/Cultural Origin: Hawaiian

Inherent Meaning: Buoyant

Spiritual Connotation: Preserved

Scripture: John 10:9 NRSV

I am the gate. Whoever enters by me will be saved, and will come in and go out and find pasture.

MALAYA, Malaea (see also Mala, Malia)

Language/Cultural Origin: Filipino

Inherent Meaning: Free

Spiritual Connotation: Liberated

Scripture: John 8:32 NKJV

And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.

MALCOLM, Malcom

Language/Cultural Origin: Scottish

Inherent Meaning: Diligent Servant

Spiritual Connotation: Teachable Spirit

Scripture: Isaiah 42:16 NRSV

I will lead the blind by a road they do not know, by paths they have not known I will guide them. I will turn the darkness before them into light.

MALI, Malee, Maley, Malí (see also Malley)

Language/Cultural Origin: Thai

Inherent Meaning: Flower

Spiritual Connotation: Joyful

Scripture: Isaiah 35:2 NKJV

It shall blossom abundantly and rejoice, even with joy and singing.

MALIA, Maleah, Maleia, Maliea (see also Mala, Malaya)

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Bitterness

Spiritual Connotation: Forgiven

Scripture: 1 John 2:12 NRSV

I am writing to you, little children, because your sins are forgiven on account of his name.

MALIK, Maalik, Málik, Maliq, Malique

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: The Lord’s Messenger

Spiritual Connotation: Forerunner

Scripture: Mark 1:2 RSV

As it is written in Isaiah the prophet, “Behold, I send my messenger before thy face, who shall prepare thy way.”

MALIKA, Maleeka, Maleka

Language/Cultural Origin: Hungarian

Inherent Meaning: Industrious

Spiritual Connotation: Committed

Scripture: Colossians 3:23 TLB

Work hard and cheerfully at all you do, just as though you were working for the Lord and not merely for your masters.

MALIN, Mallin, Mallon, Maylin

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Little Warrior

Spiritual Connotation: Champion

Scripture: Matthew 5:6 NKJV

Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be filled.

MALINA, Malena (see also Milana, Milena)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Tower

Spiritual Connotation: Secure

Scripture: Proverbs 18:10 NKJV

The name of the LORD is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe.

MALINDA, Malinde, Malynda (see also Melinda)

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Gentle

Spiritual Connotation: Tenderhearted

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:16 NKJV

Do you not know that you are the temple of God and that the Spirit of God dwells in you?

MALLEY, Malli, Mallie (see also Mali)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Bitterness

Spiritual Connotation: Peaceful

Scripture: Isaiah 38:17 NKJV

Indeed it was for my own peace that I had great bitterness; but You have lovingly delivered my soul . . . for You have cast all my sins behind Your back.

MALLORY, Malerie, Mallari, Mallary, Mallerie, Mallery, Malloree, Mallorey, Mallori, Mallorie, Malori, Malorie, Malory

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Counselor

Spiritual Connotation: Joyful

Scripture: John 15:11 NKJV

These things I have spoken to you, that My joy may remain in you, and that your joy may be full.

MAMIE, Maymee

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Desired

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Psalm 27:4 NCV

I ask only one thing from the LORD . . . . Let me live in the L ord ’s house all my life. Let me see the L ord ’s beauty and look with my own eyes at his temple.

MANASSEH, Manassah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Cause to Forget

Spiritual Connotation: Restored

Scripture: Psalm 103:12 NASB

As far as the east is from the west, so far has He removed our transgressions from us.

MANDEL, Mandell

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Almond

Spiritual Connotation: Sign

Scripture: Numbers 17:8 NCV

[Moses] saw that Aaron’s stick (which stood for the family of Levi) had grown leaves. It had even budded, blossomed, and produced almonds.

MANDIE, Manda, Mandaline, Mandalyn, Mandee, Mandi, Mandy (see also Amanda)

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Lovable

Spiritual Connotation: Eternal

Scripture: John 3:16 NKJV

For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.

MANLEY, Manlea, Manleigh

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Heroic

Spiritual Connotation: Victorious Spirit

Scripture: Isaiah 58:8 NKJV

Then your light shall break forth like the morning, your healing shall spring forth speedily, and your righteousness shall go before you.

MANNING, Maning

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Child of the Hero

Spiritual Connotation: Obedient

Scripture: Proverbs 1:8 RSV

Hear, my son, your father’s instruction, and reject not your mother’s teaching.

MANON, Mannon

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Wished-For

Spiritual Connotation: Fulfilled

Scripture: Psalm 132:14 NLT

This is my home where I will live forever, he said. I will live here, for this is the place I desired.

MANOR, Mannor

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Weaver’s Beam

Spiritual Connotation: Creative

Scripture: Exodus 39:29 NIV

The sash was of finely twisted linen and blue, purple and scarlet yarn—the work of an embroiderer—as the LORD commanded Moses.

MANSEL, Mansell

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Pastor’s House

Spiritual Connotation: Discerning

Scripture: 1 John 2:14 RSV

I write to you, fathers, because you know him who is from the beginning.

MANSIE, Mancey, Manci, Mancie, Mansey, Mansy

Language/Cultural Origin: Hopi

Inherent Meaning: Pruned Blossom

Spiritual Connotation: Fruitful

Scripture: Hebrews 12:6 NLT

For the Lord disciplines those he loves, and he punishes those he accepts as his children.

MANTON, Manten

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Hero’s Town

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: Titus 2:6 TLB

In the same way, urge the young men to behave carefully, taking life seriously.

MANUEL, Manni, Mannuel, Manny (see also Emanuel)

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: God With Us

Spiritual Connotation: Consecrated to God

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6 NKJV

For unto us a Child is born, unto us a Son is given; and the government will be upon His shoulder.

MANUELA, Manuelle (see also Emanuela)

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: God With Us

Spiritual Connotation: Consecrated to God

Scripture: Isaiah 7:14 NKJV

Therefore the Lord Himself will give you a sign: Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a Son, and shall call His name Immanuel.

MANYA, Manyah

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian

Inherent Meaning: Wished-For

Spiritual Connotation: Faithful

Scripture: Proverbs 19:22 NRSV

What is desirable in a person is loyalty, and it is better to be poor than a liar.

MAON, Maeon, Mayon, Meion, Meyon (see also Maayan, Mahon)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Habitation

Spiritual Connotation: Beautiful

Scripture: Psalm 84:1 RSV

How lovely is thy dwelling place, O LORD of hosts!

MARA, Marah, Marra (see also Maria)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Bitterness

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Matthew 5:4 NKJV

Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.

MARCEL, Marcele, Marcelis, Marcelius, Marcell, Marcello, Marcellus, Marsel, Marsello

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Industrious Worker

Spiritual Connotation: Strong in Spirit

Scripture: Proverbs 4:23 NKJV

Keep your heart with all diligence, for out of it spring the issues of life.

MARCELLA, Marceil, Marcele, Marcelia, Marcelle, Marcilla, Marcille, Marselle

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Warlike

Spiritual Connotation: Steadfast in Spirit

Scripture: Psalm 27:1 NKJV

The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The LORD is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?

MARCIA, Marcee, Marci, Marciana, Marcianna, Marcie, Marcy, Marsey, Marsha, Marsi, Marsie, Marsy

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Fearless

Spiritual Connotation: Excellent Worth

Scripture: 1 John 3:2 NKJV

Beloved, now we are children of God. . . . We shall be like Him, for we shall see Him as He is.

MARCUS, MARCO, see Mark

MAREN, Marin, Miren

Language/Cultural Origin: Aramaic

Inherent Meaning: Longed-For

Spiritual Connotation: Holy

Scripture: Isaiah 26:9 RSV

My soul yearns for thee in the night, my spirit within me earnestly seeks thee.

MARGARET, Margara, Margarett, Margarita, Margaux, Marge, Margeret, Margerite, Margi, Margie, Margo, Margot, Margret, Marguerite (see also Maggie, Marjorie)

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Pearl

Spiritual Connotation: Gift of God

Scripture: Psalm 18:32 NKJV

It is God who arms me with strength, and makes my way perfect.

MARIA, Marea, Mareah, Marija, Mariya, Mariyah, Marja, Marya (see also Mara, Marie)

Language/Cultural Origin: Italian

Inherent Meaning: Bitterness

Spiritual Connotation: Delivered

Scripture: Isaiah 38:17 NKJV

Indeed it was for my own peace that I had great bitterness; but You have lovingly delivered my soul . . . For You have cast all my sins behind Your back.

MARIAH, Maraia, Maraya, Mariyah, Marriah (see also Moriah)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Bitterness

Spiritual Connotation: Comforted

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:27 NKJV

For this child I prayed, and the LORD has granted me my petition which I asked of Him.

MARIAN, Mariana, Mariane, Mariann, Marianna, Marianne, Mariene, Marion, Marrian, Marrianne, Maryana, Maryanna

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Bitterness

Spiritual Connotation: Grace

Scripture: Isaiah 60:19 NRSV

The sun shall no longer be your light by day . . . but the LORD will be your everlasting light, and your God will be your glory.

MARIE, Maree (see also Maria, Mary)

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Bitterness

Spiritual Connotation: Consoled

Scripture: Isaiah 2:11 NCV

Proud people will be made humble, and they will bow low with shame. At that time only the LORD will still be praised.

MARIEL, Marial, Mariela, Mariele, Mariella, Marielle (see also Maurelle, Merial, Muriel)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Bitterness

Spiritual Connotation: Exonerated

Scripture: Romans 8:30 NRSV

And those whom he predestined he also called; and those whom he called he also justified; and those whom he justified he also glorified.

MARIKA, Marica, Marrika, Maryka, Merika

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Bitterness

Spiritual Connotation: Vindicated

Scripture: Micah 5:9 NCV

So you will raise your fist in victory over your enemies, and all your enemies will be destroyed.

MARIKO, Meriko

Language/Cultural Origin: Japanese

Inherent Meaning: Circle

Spiritual Connotation: Believer

Scripture: Isaiah 40:22 NCV

God sits on his throne above the circle of the earth, and compared to him, people are like grasshoppers.

MARILEE, Marrilee, Merrilee, Merrily

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Bitterness

Spiritual Connotation: Vindicated

Scripture: Job 13:18 NLT

I have prepared my case; I will be proved innocent.

MARILU, Marilow, Marylou

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Bitter Grace

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Ephesians 1:6 TLB

Now all praise to God for his wonderful kindness to us and his favor that he has poured out upon us, because we belong to his dearly loved Son.

MARILYN, Maralin, Maralyn, Maralyne, Maralynn, Marillyn, Marilynn, Marralin, Marrilyn, Marrilynn, Marylin

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Bitterness

Spiritual Connotation: Sacrifice of Praise

Scripture: Psalm 69:30 NASB

I will praise the name of God with song, and shall magnify Him with thanksgiving.

MARINA, Marena, Marrina, Merina

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian

Inherent Meaning: From the Sea

Spiritual Connotation: Wonder of God

Scripture: Psalm 93:4 NRSV

More majestic than the thunders of mighty waters, more majestic than the waves of the sea, majestic on high is the LORD !

MARIO, Marios, Marrio

Language/Cultural Origin: Italian

Inherent Meaning: Sailor

Spiritual Connotation: Regenerated

Scripture: John 6:63 NRSV

It is the spirit that gives life; the flesh is useless. The words that I have spoken to you are spirit and life.

MARION, see Marian

MARISSA, Maressa, Maris, Marisa, Marise, Marisha, Marishka, Mariska, Marisse, Marris, Marrisa, Marrissa, Marrissia, Marysa, Maryssa, Meris, Merisa, Merissa

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Bitterness

Spiritual Connotation: Eternally Steadfast

Scripture: Job 13:15 NKJV

Though He slay me, yet will I trust Him. Even so, I will defend my own ways before Him.

MARIT, Marita, Merit

Language/Cultural Origin: Aramaic

Inherent Meaning: Lady

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10 TLB

If you can find a truly good wife, she is worth more than precious gems!

MARIUS, Mariano, Marino

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Warlike

Spiritual Connotation: Powerful

Scripture: Joel 2:7 NRSV

Like warriors they charge, like soldiers they scale the wall. Each keeps to its own course, they do not swerve from their paths.

MARJORIE, Margerie, Marjarie, Marjerie, Marji, Marjie, Marjorey, Marjori, Marjory

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Pearl

Spiritual Connotation: Gift of Praise

Scripture: Psalm 104:24 NASB

O LORD, how many are Your works! In wisdom You have made them all; the earth is full of Your possessions.

MARK, Marc, Marciano, Marcio, Marco, Marcos, Marcus, Marek, Marke, Markeese, Markei, Markey, Markice, Marko, Markos, Markques, Markus, Márkus, Marqes, Marques, Marquez, Marqui, Marquis, Marx

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Martial

Spiritual Connotation: Servant of God

Scripture: John 4:24 RSV

God is spirit, and those who worship him must worship in spirit and truth.

MARKITA, Markeeta

Language/Cultural Origin: Bulgarian

Inherent Meaning: Pearl

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: Job 28:18 NKJV

No mention shall be made of coral or quartz, for the price of wisdom is above rubies.

MARLAND, Marlan

Language/Cultural Origin: Old Englilsh

Inherent Meaning: From the Lake Land

Spiritual Connotation: Destined

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10 NKJV

For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand that we should walk in them.

MARLENE, Marla, Marlah, Marlaina, Marlaine, Marlana, Marlanna, Marlayne, Marlea, Marleah, Marlee, Marleen, Marleena, Marleigh, Marlena, Marli, Marlie, Marlina, Marline, Marlis, Marlo, Marlow, Marly, Marlys, Marlysa, Marlyssa

Language/Cultural Origin: Slavic

Inherent Meaning: High Fortress

Spiritual Connotation: Shielded

Scripture: Psalm 61:3 TLB

For you are my refuge, a high tower where my enemies can never reach me.

MARLON, Marlin

Language/Cultural Origin: Welsh

Inherent Meaning: From the Hill by the Sea

Spiritual Connotation: Victorious Spirit

Scripture: Psalm 8:6 NKJV

You have made him to have dominion over the works of Your hands; You have put all things under his feet.

MARNINA, Marna, Marne, Marnee, Marney, Marni, Marnia, Marnie, Marnja, Marnya

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Rejoice

Spiritual Connotation: Content

Scripture: Philippians 4:4 NKJV

Rejoice in the Lord always. Again I will say, rejoice!

MARSDEN, Marsdon

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Boundary Valley

Spiritual Connotation: Preserved

Scripture: Psalm 46:1 NKJV

God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.

MARSHA, see Marcia

MARSHALL, Marschal, Marshal, Marshel, Marshell

Language/Cultural Origin: Old French

Inherent Meaning: Caretaker

Spiritual Connotation: Faithful

Scripture: Psalm 40:4 NKJV

Blessed is that man who makes the LORD his trust, and does not respect the proud, nor such as turn aside to lies.

MARTHA, Marta, Marti, Martie, Martika, Marty, Mattie

Language/Cultural Origin: Aramaic

Inherent Meaning: Mistress of the House

Spiritual Connotation: Helpful Spirit

Scripture: Proverbs 31:27 NKJV

She watches over the ways of her household, and does not eat the bread of idleness.

MARTIN, Martan, Marten, Martinez, Marton, Marty, Martyn

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Warlike

Spiritual Connotation: Seeker of Truth

Scripture: John 15:7 NKJV

If you abide in Me, and My words abide in you, you will ask what you desire, and it shall be done for you.

MARTINA, Martel, Martelle, Marthina, Martinia, Martiza, Martoya, Martrina, Martyna

Language/Cultural Origin: Hispanic

Inherent Meaning: Lady of the House

Spiritual Connotation: Virtuous

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:10 NLT

For women who claim to be devoted to God should make themselves attractive by the good things they do.

MARVEL, Marvelle

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Miracle

Spiritual Connotation: Sustained

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:9 NKJV

My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness.

MARVIN, Marv, Marven, Merv, Mervin

Language/Cultural Origin: Welsh

Inherent Meaning: Lover of the Sea

Spiritual Connotation: Trusting Spirit

Scripture: Psalm 91:2 NLT

This I declare of the LORD : He alone is my refuge, my place of safety; he is my God, and I am trusting him.

MARY, Mari, Marietta, Meri (see also Mara, Maria, Marie)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Sea of Bitterness

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Luke 1:28 NKJV

And having come in, the angel said to her, “Rejoice, highly favored one, the Lord is with you; blessed are you among women!”

MARYLOU, see Marilu

MASADA, Massada

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Foundation

Spiritual Connotation: Enlightened

Scripture: Matthew 21:42 NKJV

The stone which the builders rejected has become the chief cornerstone. This was the Lord’s doing, and it is marvelous in our eyes.

MASLIN, Maslen

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Little Twin

Spiritual Connotation: Bold

Scripture: John 11:16 NRSV

Thomas, who was called the Twin, said to his fellow disciples, “Let us also go, that we may die with him.”

MASON, Maison

Language/Cultural Origin: Old French

Inherent Meaning: Stoneworker

Spiritual Connotation: Overcomer

Scripture: Revelation 2:17 NRSV

To everyone who conquers . . . I will give a white stone, and on the white stone is written a new name that no one knows except the one who receives it.

MATANA, Matanna

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Gift

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7 NKJV

But to each one of us grace was given according to the measure of Christ’s gift.

MATHER, Mathre

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Conqueror

Spiritual Connotation: Intuitive

Scripture: Luke 6:45 TLB

A good man produces good deeds from a good heart. . . . Whatever is in the heart overflows into speech.

MATHILDA, Tilda, Tillie

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Noble Lady

Spiritual Connotation: Beloved

Scripture: Luke 12:32 NKJV

Do not fear, little flock, for it is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the kingdom.

MATRIKA, Matreika

Language/Cultural Origin: Indo-Pakastani

Inherent Meaning: Mother

Spiritual Connotation: Nurturing

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:2 NLT

Treat the older women as you would your mother, and treat the younger women with all purity as your own sisters.

MATSUKO, Metsuko

Language/Cultural Origin: Japanese

Inherent Meaning: Evergreen

Spiritual Connotation: Perpetual

Scripture: Isaiah 55:13 NIV

Instead of the thornbush will grow the pine tree, and instead of briers the myrtle will grow. This will be . . . an everlasting sign.

MATTEA, Matea, Mathea

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Gift of God

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9 RSV

For by grace you have been saved through faith; . . . it is the gift of God— not because of works, lest any man should boast.

MATTHEW, Mateo, Mathew, Mathias, Mathieux, Matt, Matthias

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Gift of God

Spiritual Connotation: Honor to God

Scripture: Psalm 104:1 KJV

Bless the LORD, O my soul. O LORD my God, thou art very great; thou art clothed with honour and majesty.

MAUDE, Maud

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Noble Lady

Spiritual Connotation: Victorious

Scripture: Isaiah 25:8 NKJV

He will swallow up death forever, and the Lord G od will wipe away tears from all faces.

MAUREEN, Maura, Maurene, Maurine

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Wished-for Child

Spiritual Connotation: Beloved

Scripture: Psalm 139:17 NASB

How precious also are Your thoughts to me, O God! How vast is the sum of them!

MAURELLE, Maurial, Mauriall, Mauriel, Mauriell, Maurielle (see also Mariel, Merial, Muriel)

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Dark

Spiritual Connotation: Peaceful

Scripture: James 3:17 NKJV

But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, willing to yield, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality and without hypocrisy.

MAURICE, Maury, Morrice, Morrie, Morris, Morry

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: From the Marshland

Spiritual Connotation: Conciliatory

Scripture: Proverbs 16:7 NKJV

When a man’s ways please the LORD, he makes even his enemies to be at peace with him.

MAVIS, Mayvis

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Songbird

Spiritual Connotation: Praise

Scripture: Psalm 138:2 NCV

I will bow down facing your holy Temple, and I will thank you for your love and loyalty. You have made your name and your word greater than anything.

MAXIMILLIAN, Max, Maximilian, Maxx

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Greatest in Excellence

Spiritual Connotation: Teachable Spirit

Scripture: Isaiah 64:8 NRSV

Yet, O LORD, you are our Father; we are the clay, and you are our potter; we are all the work of your hand.

MAXINE, Maxeen, Maxene

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Greatest in Excellence

Spiritual Connotation: Secure in Truth

Scripture: Philippians 3:15 NKJV

Therefore let us, as many as are mature, have this mind; and if in anything you think otherwise, God will reveal even this to you.

MAXWELL, Max, Maxx

Language/Cultural Origin: Scottish

Inherent Meaning: From the Great Spring

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Matthew 6:22 NASB

The eye is the lamp of the body; so then if your eye is clear, your whole body will be full of light.

MAY, Mae, Maye

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Gift of God

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Psalm 92:4 KJV

For thou, Lord, hast made me glad through thy work: I will triumph in the works of thy hands.

MAYA, Mayah (see also Maia, Maija, Mia, Miya)

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Esteemed

Spiritual Connotation: Honored

Scripture: Psalm 143:8 TLB

Let me see your kindness to me in the morning, for I am trusting you. Show me where to walk, for my prayer is sincere.

MAYER, Mayor (see also Meyer)

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Renowned

Spiritual Connotation: Enlightened

Scripture: Romans 12:2 NRSV

Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your minds.

MAYHEW, Maihew

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Gift of God

Spiritual Connotation: United in Spirit

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:11 NKJV

Be of good comfort, be of one mind, live in peace; and the God of love and peace will be with you.

MAYNARD, Ménard

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Powerful

Spiritual Connotation: Spirit of Praise

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:15 NLT

Well then, what shall I do? I will pray in the spirit, and I will also pray in words I understand.

MAYO, Maiyo

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: From the Yew-TreePlain

Spiritual Connotation: Heart of Praise

Scripture: Psalm 96:1 KJV

O sing unto the LORD a new song: sing unto the LORD, all the earth.

MEARA, Mearah (see also Meira, Mira, Mura)

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Mirthful

Spiritual Connotation: Gift of Discernment

Scripture: Psalm 119:18 NKJV

Open my eyes, that I may see wondrous things from Your law.

MEDINA, Medaena, Medaina, Medinah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: State/country

Spiritual Connotation: Intercessor

Scripture: Exodus 33:13 NCV

If I have truly pleased you, show me your plans so that I may know you and continue to please you. Remember that this nation is your people.

MEDORA, Medorra

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Mother’s Gift

Spiritual Connotation: Blessing

Scripture: Luke 2:7 NRSV

And she gave birth to her firstborn son and wrapped him in bands of cloth, and laid him in a manger, because there was no place for them in the inn.

MEGAN, Maegan, Maeghan, Magan, Magen, Meagan, Meagann, Meagen, Meaghan, Meaghann, Meg, Megen, Meggan, Meggen, Meggie, Meghan, Meghann

Language/Cultural Origin: Welsh

Inherent Meaning: Mighty

Spiritual Connotation: Victorious Spirit

Scripture: Isaiah 2:5 NRSV

O house of Jacob, come, let us walk in the light of the LORD !

MEIRA, Meera (see also Meara, Mira, Mura)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Light

Spiritual Connotation: Exalted

Scripture: Isaiah 60:1 RSV

Arise, shine; for your light has come, and the glory of the LORD has risen upon you.

MELANIE, Melainie, Melanee, Melaney, Melani, Mélanie, Melaniya, Melanney, Melannie, Melanya, Mellanie

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Dark

Spiritual Connotation: Child of God

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:13 NASB

Then you will know that I am the LORD, when I have opened your graves and caused you to come up out of your graves, My people.

MELINDA, Mellinda, Melynda (see also Malinda)

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Honey

Spiritual Connotation: Cherished

Scripture: Isaiah 58:11 NKJV

The LORD will guide you continually, and satisfy your soul in drought, and strengthen your bones; you shall be like a watered garden.

MELISSA, Malissa, Mallissa, Melisa, Mélisa, Mélissa, Mellisa, Mellissa, Milissa, Millisa, Millissa, Missi, Missie, Missy, Mylis, Mylissa

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Honey Bee

Spiritual Connotation: Industrious, Creative

Scripture: James 2:22 NASB

You see that faith was working with his works, and as a result of the works, faith was perfected.

MELITA, Malita

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Sweetened With Honey

Spiritual Connotation: Content

Scripture: Psalm 145:16 NASB

Thou dost open Thy hand, and dost satisfy the desire of every living thing.

MELODY, Melodee, Melodey, Melodi, Melodie

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Song

Spiritual Connotation: Joyful

Scripture: Psalm 63:5 NRSV

My soul is satisfied as with a rich feast, and my mouth praises you with joyful lips.

MELORA, Melorra

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Improved

Spiritual Connotation: Sanctified

Scripture: Philippians 1:6 NRSV

I am confident of this, that the one who began a good work among you will bring it to completion by the day of Jesus Christ.

MELVIN, Malvin, Mel

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle English

Inherent Meaning: Reliable Friend

Spiritual Connotation: Excellent Virtue

Scripture: Ephesians 3:19 TLB

And so at last you will be filled up with God himself.

MENDEL, Mendell

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Wisdom

Spiritual Connotation: Studious

Scripture: Proverbs 19:8 NLT

To acquire wisdom is to love oneself; people who cherish understanding will prosper.

MENORA, Manora

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Candelabrum

Spiritual Connotation: Witness

Scripture: Matthew 5:14 NASB

You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden.

MERCEDES, Mersade

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Gift

Spiritual Connotation: Esteemed

Scripture: Isaiah 52:7 NRSV

How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of the messenger who announces peace, who brings good news.

MEREDITH, Meredithe, Meredyth, Merideth, Meridith, Merridith, Merry

Language/Cultural Origin: Welsh

Inherent Meaning: Guardian of the Sea

Spiritual Connotation: Faithful Friend

Scripture: Proverbs 2:10-11 NKJV

When wisdom enters your heart, and knowledge is pleasant to your soul, discretion will preserve you; understanding will keep you.

MERIAL, Meriel, Meriol (see also Mariel, Maurelle, Muriel)

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Shining Sea

Spiritual Connotation: Cherished

Scripture: Psalm 139:9-10 RSV

If I take the wings of the morning and dwell in the uttermost parts of the sea, even there thy hand shall lead me, and thy right hand shall hold me.

MERLIN, Merle, Merlen

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Falcon

Spiritual Connotation: Courageous

Scripture: Deuteronomy 31:6 RSV

Be strong and of good courage, do not fear or be in dread of them: for it is the LORD your God who goes with you; he will not fail you or forsake you.

MERRILL, Meril, Merill, Merril (see also Meryl)

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Famous

Spiritual Connotation: Honored

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:26 NASB

For to a person who is good in His sight He has given wisdom and knowledge and joy.

MERRILY, see Marilee

MERTON, Murton

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle English

Inherent Meaning: From the Town by the Sea

Spiritual Connotation: Child of God

Scripture: Romans 8:16 NKJV

The Spirit Himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God.

MERVIN, see Marvin

MERYL, Meral, Merel, Merrall, Merryl, Meryll (see also Merrill)

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Famous

Spiritual Connotation: Chosen

Scripture: Isaiah 52:13 NASB

Behold, My servant will prosper, he will be high and lifted up and greatly exalted.

MEYER, Meier, Myer (see also Mayer)

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Farmer

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Isaiah 28:26 NLT

The farmer knows just what to do, for God has given him understanding.

MIA, Meah, Miah (see also Maia, Maija, Maya, Miya)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Wished-For

Spiritual Connotation: Devout

Scripture: Psalm 27:4 RSV

One thing have I asked of the LORD : . . . that I may dwell in the house of the LORD all the days of my life, to behold the beauty of the LORD, and to inquire in his temple.

MICAH, Mica, Micaiah, Michah, Mycah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Who Is Like God?

Spiritual Connotation: Reverent

Scripture: Psalm 113:5 NKJV

Who is like the LORD our God, who dwells on high?

MICHAEL, Mekhail, Micael, Mical, Michale, Micheal, Michel, Mick, Mickey, Mickie, Micky, Mikael, Mikáele, Mikal, Mike, Mikhael, Mikhail, Miki, Mikki, Mychal, Mychael, Mycheal, Mykael, Mykal

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Who Is Like God?

Spiritual Connotation: Esteemed

Scripture: Exodus 15:11 NKJV

Who is like You, O LORD, among the gods? Who is like You, glorious in holiness, fearful in praises, doing wonders?

MICHAL, Machelle, Makayla, Mekaela, Mekala, Mekayla, Meshelle, Micaela, Michaela, Michaele, Michaelle, Michala, Michayla, Michayle, Michele, Michèle, Michelle, Mikaela, Mikalya, Mikyla, Mischel, Mishayle, Mychaela, Mykaela, Mykala

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Who Is Like God?

Spiritual Connotation: Godliness

Scripture: Psalm 71:19 NASB

For Your righteousness, O God, reaches to the heavens, You who have done great things; O God, who is like You?

MIDORI, Midoree

Language/Cultural Origin: Japanese

Inherent Meaning: Green

Spiritual Connotation: Restful

Scripture: Psalm 23:2 RSV

He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters.

MIGUEL, Migel

Language/Cultural Origin: Portuguese

Inherent Meaning: Who Is Like God?

Spiritual Connotation: Victorious Spirit

Scripture: Philippians 2:13 RSV

For God is at work in you, both to will and to work for his good pleasure.

MILADA, Miladah, Milady

Language/Cultural Origin: Czech

Inherent Meaning: My Love

Spiritual Connotation: Beloved

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:24 NKJV

My love be with you all in Christ Jesus. Amen.

MILAN, Milen, Mylan, Mylen, Mylon

Language/Cultural Origin: Italian

Inherent Meaning: From Milan

Spiritual Connotation: Witness

Scripture: Romans 1:16 NKJV

For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ, for it is the power of God to salvation for everyone who believes, for the Jew first and also for the Greek.

MILANA, Milani, Milania, Milanna (see also Malina)

Language/Cultural Origin: Italian

Inherent Meaning: From Milan

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Romans 2:10 NLT

But there will be glory and honor and peace from God for all who do good—for the Jew first and also for the Gentile.

MILDRED, Midge, Mildrid

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Gentle Spirit

Spiritual Connotation: Loving

Scripture: 1 John 4:7 NLT

Dear friends, let us continue to love one another, for love comes from God. Anyone who loves is born of God and knows God.

MILENA, Milèna, Milenia, Milenya (see also Malina)

Language/Cultural Origin: Slavic

Inherent Meaning: Dark

Spiritual Connotation: Prepared

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:2 NRSV

For you yourselves know very well that the day of the Lord will come like a thief in the night.

MILES, Myles

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Merciful

Spiritual Connotation: Heart of Compassion

Scripture: Proverbs 18:16 NRSV

A gift opens doors; it gives access to the great.

MILIANI, Milianni

Language/Cultural Origin: Hawaiian

Inherent Meaning: Caress

Spiritual Connotation: Treasured

Scripture: Song of Songs 4:7 NCV

My darling, everything about you is beautiful, and there is nothing at all wrong with you.

MILLARD, Miller, Myller

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Caretaker

Spiritual Connotation: Excellent Worth

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 29:12 NCV

Riches and honor come from you. You rule everything. You have the power and strength to make anyone great and strong.

MILLICENT, Melisenda, Mellicent, Millee, Millie, Milly

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Industrious

Spiritual Connotation: Strong Spirit

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:25 NKJV

Because the foolishness of God is wiser than men, and the weakness of God is stronger than men.

MILO, Mylo

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Generous

Spiritual Connotation: Helpful Spirit

Scripture: Isaiah 30:29 NKJV

You shall have a song as in the night when a holy festival is kept, and gladness of heart.

MILTON, Milt, Mylton

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Mill Town

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed of God

Scripture: Romans 12:6 NKJV

Having then gifts differing according to the grace that is given to us, let us use them.

MIMI, Mimee, Mimie, Mimii

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Wished-for

Spiritual Connotation: Spiritual Passion

Scripture: Psalm 27:4 NKJV

One thing I have desired of the LORD . . . that I may dwell in the house of the LORD all the days of my life, to behold the beauty of the LORD, and to inquire in His temple.

MINDY, Mindee, Mindi, Mindie, Myndee, Myndie

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Sweet as Honey

Spiritual Connotation: Genuine

Scripture: Revelation 10:10 NRSV

So I took the little scroll from the hand of the angel and ate it; it was sweet as honey in my mouth.

MINGAN, Mingen

Language/Cultural Origin: Native American

Inherent Meaning: Gray Wolf

Spiritual Connotation: Vigilant

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8 NRSV

Discipline yourselves, keep alert. Like a roaring lion your adversary the devil prowls around, looking for someone to devour.

MINH, Min

Language/Cultural Origin: Vietnamese

Inherent Meaning: Light

Spiritual Connotation: Enlightened

Scripture: John 8:12 NRSV

Again Jesus spoke to them, saying, I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness but will have the light of life.

MINNA, Meena, Mena, Mina, Mini, Minni, Minnie, Minny

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Love

Spiritual Connotation: Cherished

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1 NASB

The wilderness and the desert will be glad, and the Arabah will rejoice.

MIRA, Mirah, Mirra (see also Meara, Meira, Mura)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Wonderful

Spiritual Connotation: Worshipful

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 16:9 TLB

Sing to him; yes, sing his praises and tell of his marvelous works.

MIRANDA, Maranda, Meranda, Mirranda, Myranda

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Admirable

Spiritual Connotation: Beloved

Scripture: Proverbs 3:6 TLB

In everything you do, put God first, and he will direct you and crown your efforts with success.

MIRIAM, Mariam, Mariame, Mariamne, Miriame, Mirriam, Myriam, Myriame

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Bitterness

Spiritual Connotation: Discerning

Scripture: Jeremiah 30:3 NRSV

For the days are surely coming, says the LORD, when I will restore the fortunes of my people.

MIRON, Miran (see also Myron)

Language/Cultural Origin: Polish

Inherent Meaning: Peace

Spiritual Connotation: Commissioned

Scripture: John 20:21 NASB

Jesus therefore said to them again, “Peace be with you; as the Father has sent Me, I also send you.”

MISHA, Mischa, Mishka

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian

Inherent Meaning: Who Is Like God?

Spiritual Connotation: Disciple

Scripture: Psalm 71:19 NASB

For Thy righteousness, O God, reaches to the heavens, Thou who hast done great things; O God, who is like Thee?

MISHAN, Mishán, Mishaun, Mishawn, Mishon

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Support

Spiritual Connotation: Helpful

Scripture: Galatians 6:2 TLB

Share each other’s troubles and problems, and so obey our Lord’s command.

MITCHELL, Mitch, Mitchall, Mytch, Mytchell

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Who Is Like God?

Spiritual Connotation: Consecrated to God

Scripture: Numbers 6:8 NKJV

All the days of his separation he shall be holy to the LORD .

MITZI, Mitzee, Mitzie

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Bitterness

Spiritual Connotation: Vindicated

Scripture: Acts 3:21 NCV

But Jesus must stay in heaven until the time comes when all things will be made right again.

MIYA, Miyana, Miyanna (see also Maia, Maija, Maya, Mia)

Language/Cultural Origin: Japanese

Inherent Meaning: Temple

Spiritual Connotation: Pure

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:19 TLB

Haven’t you yet learned that your body is the home of the Holy Spirit God gave you? . . . Your own body does not belong to you.

MIYO, Miyoko, Miyuko

Language/Cultural Origin: Japanese

Inherent Meaning: Beautiful Generation

Spiritual Connotation: Spirit of Praise

Scripture: Psalm 79:13 NRSV

Then we your people, the flock of your pasture, will give thanks to you forever; from generation to generation we will recount your praise.

MOHALA, Moala

Language/Cultural Origin: Hawaiian

Inherent Meaning: Blooming

Spiritual Connotation: Destined

Scripture: Hosea 14:7 NCV

The people of Israel will again live under my protection. They will grow like the grain, they will bloom like a vine.

MOIRA, Moirah, Moyra, Moyrah (see also Mora)

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Wished-For

Spiritual Connotation: Zealous

Scripture: Psalm 119:20 NRSV

My soul is consumed with longing for your ordinances at all times.

MOISES, see Moses

MOLLY, Mollee, Molley, Molli, Mollie

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Desired

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Isaiah 26:9 NRSV

My soul yearns for you in the night. . . . For when your judgments are in the earth, the inhabitants of the world learn righteousness.

MONA, Monna, Moyna

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Noble

Spiritual Connotation: Reflection of Wisdom

Scripture: Proverbs 2:6 NKJV

For the LORD gives wisdom; from His mouth come knowledge and understanding.

MONICA, Moneka, Moni, Monicka, Monika, Monique, Monnica, Monnika

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Advisor

Spiritual Connotation: Consecrated

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:21 NRSV

But it is God who establishes us with you in Christ and has anointed us.

MONROE, Munroe

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: From the Hill

Spiritual Connotation: Trusting

Scripture: Mark 9:23 NRSV

All things can be done for the one who believes.

MONTANA, Montanna

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: Mountain

Spiritual Connotation: Joyful

Scripture: Psalm 48:1 NASB

Great is the LORD, and greatly to be praised, in the city of our God, His holy mountain.

MONTGOMERY, Montaé, Monte, Montee, Monty

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Mountain ofthe Wealthy One

Spiritual Connotation: Prosperous

Scripture: Psalm 37:5 NKJV

Commit your way to the LORD, trust also in Him, and He shall bring it to pass.

MORA, Morra (see also Moira)

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: Blueberry

Spiritual Connotation: Lovely

Scripture: Genesis 1:11 NASB

Then God said, “Let the earth sprout vegetation, plants yielding seed, and fruit trees bearing fruit after their kind . . .”; and it was so.

MORASHA, Morascha, Morrasha

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Legacy

Spiritual Connotation: Heritage

Scripture: Isaiah 54:17 RSV

No weapon that is fashioned against you shall prosper. . . . This is the heritage of the servants of the LORD and their vindication from me, says the LORD .

MORDECAI, Mordechai

Language/Cultural Origin: Persian

Inherent Meaning: Warlike

Spiritual Connotation: Reknowned

Scripture: Esther 9:4 NKJV

For Mordecai was great in the king’s palace, and his fame spread throughout all the provinces; for this man Mordecai became increasingly prominent.

MORGAN, Morgana, Morgann, Morganna, Morganne, Morgen, Morgun, Morrgan, Morrgana

Language/Cultural Origin: Welsh

Inherent Meaning: White Sea

Spiritual Connotation: Bright

Scripture: Isaiah 12:2 NLT

See, God has come to save me. I will trust in him and not be afraid. The LORD G od is my strength and my song; he has become mysalvation.

MORELL, Morell

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Dark

Spiritual Connotation: Redeemed

Scripture: Isaiah 9:2 RSV

The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light; those who dwelt in a land of deep darkness, on them has light shined.

MORIAH, Moria, Moriel, Moriya,

Morriah (see also Mariah)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Is My Teacher

Spiritual Connotation: Privileged

Scripture: John 1:49 RSV

Nathanael answered him, Rabbi, you are the Son of God! You are the King of Israel!

MORIS, see Maurice

MORTON, Mort, Mortey

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Town Near the Moor Estate

Spiritual Connotation: Empowered

Scripture: Matthew 28:18 NASB

And Jesus came up and spoke to them, saying, “All authority has been given to Me in heaven and on earth.”

MOSELLE, Mozelle

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Drawn From the Water

Spiritual Connotation: Rescued

Scripture: Acts 20:28 NRSV

Keep watch over yourselves and over all the flock . . . to shepherd the church of God that he obtained with the blood of his own Son.

MOSES, Moe, Moïse, Moisei, Moises, Moisés, Moishe, Moisis, Mose, Moshe, Moyses, Mozes

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Drawn From the Water

Spiritual Connotation: Delivered

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:11 NRSV

He has made everything suitable for its time; moreover he has put a sense of past and future into their minds.

MOYA, Moia

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Wished-For

Spiritual Connotation: Hopeful

Scripture: Psalm 119:81 NLT

I faint with longing for your salvation; but I have put my hope in your word.

MURA, Murah (see also Meara, Meira, Mira)

Language/Cultural Origin: Japanese

Inherent Meaning: Village

Spiritual Connotation: High Praise

Scripture: Daniel 4:3 NASB

How great are His signs, and how mighty are His wonders! His kingdom is an everlasting kingdom, and His dominion is from generation to generation.

MURIEL, Murial, Muriell, Murielle (see also Mariel, Maurelle, Merial)

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Myrrh

Spiritual Connotation: Fragrant

Scripture: Ephesians 5:2 NKJV

And walk in love, as Christ also has loved us and given Himself for us, an offering and a sacrifice to God for a sweet-smelling aroma.

MURPHY, Murfey

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Sea Warrior

Spiritual Connotation: Full of Praise

Scripture: Psalm 100:4 RSV

Enter his gates with thanksgiving, and his courts with praise! Give thanks to him, bless his name!

MURRAY, Murrey

Language/Cultural Origin: Gaelic

Inherent Meaning: Sailor

Spiritual Connotation: Discerning

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:9 NRSV

Give your servant therefore an understanding mind to govern your people, able to discern between good and evil.

MUSTAFA, Mostafa, Mustafah, Mustapha

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Chosen

Spiritual Connotation: Destined

Scripture: Luke 18:7 NRSV

And will not God grant justice to his chosen ones who cry to him day and night? Will he delay long in helping them?

MYISHA, Miyesha, Myeisha, Myeishia, Myesha, Myeshia,

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Woman

Spiritual Connotation: Invaluable

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10 NRSV

A capable wife who can find? She is far more precious than jewels.

MYLA, Mylah, Mylea, Mylie

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Merciful

Spiritual Connotation: Compassionate

Scripture: Hosea 6:6 NIV

For I desire mercy, not sacrifice, and acknowledgment of God rather than burnt offerings.

MYLES, see Miles

MYLON, see Milan

MYRA, Myrah, Myria

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Fragrant

Spiritual Connotation: Abundant Praise

Scripture: Psalm 32:11 NKJV

Be glad in the LORD and rejoice, you righteous; and shout for joy, all you upright in heart!

MYRNA, Mirna

Language/Cultural Origin: Scottish

Inherent Meaning: Gentle

Spiritual Connotation: Beloved

Scripture: Isaiah 55:12 NKJV

The mountains and the hills shall break forth into singing before you, and all the trees of the field shall clap their hands.

MYRON, Myran (see also Miron)

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Fragrant Ointment

Spiritual Connotation: Peaceful Praise

Scripture: Philippians 4:7 RSV

And the peace of God, which passes all understanding, will keep your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

MYSIE

Language/Cultural Origin: Scottish

Inherent Meaning: Pearl

Spiritual Connotation: Treasured

Scripture: Matthew 13:45 NKJV

Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant seeking beautiful pearls.

MYSTIQUE, Mistique

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Intriguing

Spiritual Connotation: Reverent

Scripture: Psalm 33:8 NRSV

Let all the earth fear the LORD ; let all the inhabitants of the world stand in awe of him.

N

NAARAN, Naaren, Naran, Naren

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Young Man

Spiritual Connotation: Temperate

Scripture: Titus 2:6 NRSV

Likewise, urge the younger men to be self-controlled.

NAARIA, Naarya, Naria (see also Nara, Narah)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Child of God

Spiritual Connotation: Heir

Scripture: John 1:12 TLB

But to all who received him, he gave the right to become children of God. All they needed to do was to trust him to save them.

NADIA, Nadea, Nadiya, Nadja, Nadya (see also Nydia)

Language/Cultural Origin: Slavic

Inherent Meaning: Hopeful

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Deuteronomy 16:15 NKJV

The LORD your God will bless you in all your produce and in all the work of your hands, so that you surely rejoice.

NADIM, Nadeem, Nadím

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Friend

Spiritual Connotation: Friend of God

Scripture: Luke 12:8 TLB

I, the Messiah, will publicly honor you in the presence of God’s angels if you publicly acknowledge me here on earth as your Friend.

NADINE, Nadean, Nadeen

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Hope

Spiritual Connotation: Spiritual Potential

Scripture: Psalm 18:28 TLB

You have turned on my light! The Lord my God has made my darkness turn to light.

NAIDA, Nayda

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Water Nymph

Spiritual Connotation: Gifted

Scripture: Psalm 90:17 NRSV

Let the favor of the Lord our God be upon us, and prosper for us the work of our hands—O prosper the work of our hands!

NAJILA, Naiyila, Najah

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Has Beautiful Eyes

Spiritual Connotation: Anointed

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:12 NASB

Now he was ruddy, with beautiful eyes and a handsome appearance. And the LORD said, “Arise, anoint him; for this is he.”

NAKITA, see Nikita

NALANI, Nalanee

Language/Cultural Origin: Hawaiian

Inherent Meaning: Calm as the Heavens

Spiritual Connotation: Discerning

Scripture: Isaiah 55:9 RSV

For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts.

NANCY, Nan, Nana, Nancee, Nanci, Nancie, Nanette, Nanna

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Grace

Spiritual Connotation: Gracious

Scripture: Psalm 145:9 NRSV

The LORD is good to all, and his compassion is over all that he has made.

NANI, Nanie

Language/Cultural Origin: Hawaiian

Inherent Meaning: Beautiful

Spiritual Connotation: Lovely

Scripture: Romans 10:15 NRSV

How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news!

NAOMI, Naomie, Neomi

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Delightful Renewal

Spiritual Connotation: Trusting

Scripture: Psalm 52:8 NKJV

But I am like a green olive tree in the house of God; I trust in the mercy of God forever and ever.

NAPHTALI, Naftali, Naftalie, Naphtalie

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Struggle

Spiritual Connotation: Seeker of Truth

Scripture: Genesis 32:24 NASB

Then Jacob was left alone, and a man wrestled with him until daybreak.

NAPOLEON, Nap, Napoléon

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Lion of the Woodland

Spiritual Connotation: Bold

Scripture: Proverbs 28:1 NKJV

The wicked flee when no one pursues, but the righteous are bold as a lion.

NARA, Narra (see also Naaria, Narah)

Language/Cultural Origin: Japanese

Inherent Meaning: Oak

Spiritual Connotation: Holy

Scripture: Joshua 24:26 NKJV

Then Joshua wrote these words in the Book of the Law of God. And he took a large stone, and set it up there under the oak that was by the sanctuary of the LORD .

NARAH, Naara, Naari (see also Naaria, Nara)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Young Woman

Spiritual Connotation: Respectful

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:2 NLT

Treat the older women as you would your mother, and treat the younger women with all purity as your own sisters.

NARI, Naree

Language/Cultural Origin: Japanese

Inherent Meaning: Thunder

Spiritual Connotation: Attentive

Scripture: Job 37:2 NCV

Listen! Listen to the thunder of God’s voice and to the rumbling that comes from his mouth.

NARIKO, Nareeko

Language/Cultural Origin: Japanese

Inherent Meaning: Humble Child

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Proverbs 23:24 NRSV

The father of the righteous will greatly rejoice; he who begets a wise son will be glad in him.

NASSER, Nassar, Nassor

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Victorious

Spiritual Connotation: Delivered

Scripture: Psalm 60:5 NRSV

Give victory with your right hand, and answer us, so that those whom you love may be rescued.

NATALIE, Natalea, Natalee, Natali, Natalia, Nataliana, Natalina, Natallia, Natalya, Nattalie

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Christmas Child

Spiritual Connotation: God’s Gift of Joy

Scripture: Psalm 9:2 NKJV

I will be glad and rejoice in You; I will sing praise to Your name, O Most High.

NATANIA, Nathania

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Gift of God

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Psalm 119:11 NASB

Thy word I have treasured in my heart, that I may not sin against Thee.

NATARA, Natarra (see also Nitara)

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Sacrifice

Spiritual Connotation: Generous

Scripture: Philippians 4:18 NKJV

I am full, having received . . . the things sent from you, a sweet-smelling aroma, an acceptable sacrifice, well pleasing to God.

NATASHA, Natachia, Natacia, Natascha, Natashah, Natashia, Natasia, Nathasha, Nitasha (see also Tasha)

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian

Inherent Meaning: Christmas Child

Spiritual Connotation: Innocent

Scripture: Matthew 18:3 NRSV

Truly I tell you, unless you change and become like children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven.

NATHANIEL, Nat, Natan, Nataniel, Nate, Nathan, Nathanael, Nathaneal, Nathanial, Nathann, Nathanyal, Nathanyel, Nathen, Nathon, Natt, Naython, Nethanial, Nethanyal

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Gift of God

Spiritual Connotation: Victorious

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:57 NRSV

But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.

NATIFA, Nateefah, Natifah

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Untainted

Spiritual Connotation: Pure

Scripture: Ephesians 5:27 NCV

He died so that he could give the church to himself like a bride in all her beauty. He died so that the church could be pure and without fault.

NAVIN, Navan, Naven (see also Nevan)

Language/Cultural Origin: Indo-Pakistani

Inherent Meaning: New

Spiritual Connotation: Regenerated

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17 NRSV

So if anyone is in Christ, there is a new creation: everything old has passed away; see, everything has become new!

NED, Nedd, Nedra

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Guardian

Spiritual Connotation: Preserved

Scripture: Philippians 4:7 RSV

And the peace of God, which passes all understanding, will keep your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

NEHEMIAH, Nehmiah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Comforts

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:4 NCV

He comforts us every time we have trouble, so when others have troub le, we can comfort them with the same comfort God gives us.

NEIL, Neal, Neale, Nealon, Neile, Neill, Neilon

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Champion

Spiritual Connotation: Beloved

Scripture: 1 John 4:7 NKJV

Beloved, let us love one another, for love is of God; and everyone who loves is born of God and knows God.

NELLIE, Nel, Nell, Nelle, Nellee, Nelley, Nelli

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Shining

Spiritual Connotation: Witness

Scripture: Isaiah 60:3 NKJV

The Gentiles shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising.

NELSON, Neilson, Nelsen, Nilsson

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Son of the Champion

Spiritual Connotation: Honored

Scripture: Isaiah 33:15-16 NASB

He who walks righteously, and speaks with sincerity, He who rejects unjust gain . . . His bread will be given him; His water will be sure.

NERIAH, Neri, Neria, Neriya, Nerriah (see also Nuria)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Light of the Lord

Spiritual Connotation: Witness

Scripture: Matthew 5:14 NKJV

You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden.

NERISSA, Narissa

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Sea Nymph

Spiritual Connotation: Expectant

Scripture: Luke 21:31 NKJV

So you also, when you see these things happening, know that the kingdom of God is near.

NESS, Nes

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Miracle

Spiritual Connotation: Act of God

Scripture: Acts 14:3 NKJV

Therefore they stayed there a long time, speaking boldly in the Lord, who was . . . granting signs and wonders to be done by their hands.

NEVA, Neyva

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: New

Spiritual Connotation: Obedient Spirit

Scripture: Psalm 119:2 NKJV

Blessed are those who keep His testimonies, who seek Him with the whole heart!

NEVAN, Neven, Nevin, Nevon (see also Navin)

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Holy

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 7:1 NRSV

Let us cleanse ourselves from every defilement of body and of spirit, making holiness perfect in the fear of God.

NEVILLE, Nevil, Nevile, Nevill

Language/Cultural Origin: Old French

Inherent Meaning: From the New Town

Spiritual Connotation: Compassionate Spirit

Scripture: Zechariah 7:9 TLB

Tell them to be honest and fair—and not to take bribes—and to be merciful and kind to everyone.

NEWELL, Newall

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle English

Inherent Meaning: From the New Hall

Spiritual Connotation: Sincere

Scripture: Isaiah 58:14 NRSV

Then you shall take delight in the LORD, and I will make you ride upon the heights of the earth.

NEWTON, Newtyn

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle English

Inherent Meaning: From the New Town

Spiritual Connotation: Helpful Counselor

Scripture: Proverbs 20:5 NKJV

Counsel in the heart of man is like deep water, but a man of understanding will draw it out.

NEYLAN, Neyla, Neylen

Language/Cultural Origin: Turkish

Inherent Meaning: Granted Wish

Spiritual Connotation: Made Whole

Scripture: Luke 9:11 NCV

But the people learned where Jesus went and followed him. He welcomed them and talked with them about God’s kingdom and healed those who needed to be healed.

NICHOLAS, see Nicolas

NICOLE, Nichola, Nichole, Nicholette, Nicholle, Nicki, Nickie, Nickola, Nickole, Nicky, Nicolette, Nicolle, Nicolyn, Niki, Nikkey, Nikki, Nikkie, Nikkola, Nikkole, Nikkolette, Nikky, Nikola, Nikole, Nikolette, Nikolle, Nikolyn, Niquole, Nykola (see also Colette, Nikita)

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Victory of the People

Spiritual Connotation: Overcomer

Scripture: Revelation 2:7 NRSV

To everyone who conquers, I will give permission to eat from the tree of life that is in the paradise of God.

NICOLAS, Nic, Niccolas, Nichalas, Nicholas, Nicholsen, Nicholson, Nick, Nickey, Nickolas, Nickolaus, Nickolus, Nicky, Nicolaas, Nicolai, Nicolás, Nicolo, Nik, Niki, Nikk, Nikki, Niklas, Niklaus, Niklos, Nikolaas, Nikolai, Nikolas, Nikolaus, Nikoli, Nikolos, Nycholas, Nykolas

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Victory of the People

Spiritual Connotation: Triumphant Spirit

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:57 RSV

But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.

NIESHA, Neisha, Neishia, Nesha, Neshia, Nisha

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Sign

Spiritual Connotation: Glorious Manifestation

Scripture: Luke 2:12 NRSV

This will be a sign for you: you will find a child wrapped in bands of cloth and lying in a manger.

NIGEL, Niegel, Nigell, Nijel, Nygel

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Champion

Spiritual Connotation: Adventurous Spirit

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:14 NASB

But thanks be to God, who always leads us in His triumph in Christ.

NIKA, Neika

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian

Inherent Meaning: Belonging to God

Spiritual Connotation: Purchased

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:19 NRSV

Or do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you, which you have from God, and that you are not your own?

NIKITA, Nakeeta, Nakita, Nakkita, Nakyta, Nikkita, Naquita, Niquita

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian

Inherent Meaning: Victory of the People

Spiritual Connotation: Eternal Hope

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:17 NKJV

Then we . . . shall be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air. And thus we shall always be with the Lord.

NILS, Niels, Niles

Language/Cultural Origin: Scandinavian

Inherent Meaning: Champion

Spiritual Connotation: Triumphant

Scripture: Zechariah 9:9 TLB

Rejoice greatly, O my people! Shout with joy! For look—your King is coming! He is the Righteous One, the Victor!

NIMROD

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Rebel

Spiritual Connotation: Mighty

Scripture: Genesis 10:9 NRSV

He was a mighty hunter before the LORD .

NINA, Neena, Neenah, Ninah

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Grace of God

Spiritual Connotation: Delivered

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:14 RSV

But thanks be to God, who in Christ always leads us in triumph, and through us spreads the fragrance of the knowledge of him everywhere.

NIRAN, Nieran

Language/Cultural Origin: Thai

Inherent Meaning: Eternal

Spiritual Connotation: Gift of Faith

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:18 NCV

We set our eyes not on what we see but on what we cannot see. . . . What we cannot see will last forever.

NISHAN, Nishana, Nissim

Language/Cultural Origin: Armenian

Inherent Meaning: Miracle

Spiritual Connotation: Spirit-Filled

Scripture: Galatians 3:5 NASB

Does He then, who provides you with the Spirit and works miracles among you, do it by the works of the Law, or by hearing with faith?

NITA, Nitika (see also Anita)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Planter

Spiritual Connotation: Sower of Truth

Scripture: Luke 8:15 NCV

And the seed that fell on the good ground is like those who hear God’s teaching with good, honest hearts and obey it and patiently produce good fruit.

NITARA, Nitarah (see also Natara)

Language/Cultural Origin: Indo-Pakistani

Inherent Meaning: Deeply Rooted

Spiritual Connotation: Steadfast

Scripture: Psalm 1:3 NRSV

They are like trees planted by streams of water, which yield their fruit in its season, and their leaves do not wither.

NIXON, Nickson, Nikson, Nixson

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Son of the Victor

Spiritual Connotation: Overcomer

Scripture: Romans 8:37 RSV

No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us.

NIZANA, Nizanna

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Flower Bud

Spiritual Connotation: Joyful

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1 NKJV

The wilderness and the wasteland shall be glad for them, and the desert shall rejoice and blossom as the rose.

NOAH, Noé

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Peaceful

Spiritual Connotation: Provider of Comfort

Scripture: Nahum 1:7 NASB

The LORD is good, a stronghold in the day of troub le, and He knows those who take refuge in Him.

NOAM, Noame

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Friend

Spiritual Connotation: Chosen

Scripture: Isaiah 41:8 TLB

But as for you, O Israel, you are mine, my chosen ones; for you are Abraham’s family, and he was my friend.

NOEL, Noél, Noël, Noela, Noele, Noelia, Noell, Noella, Noelle

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Christmas Child

Spiritual Connotation: Precious Gift

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6 NKJV

For unto us a Child is born, unto us a Son is given. . . . And His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.

NOKOMIS, Nokomas

Language/Cultural Origin: Dakota

Inherent Meaning: Moon Child

Spiritual Connotation: Great Promise

Scripture: Isaiah 30:26 NRSV

Moreover the light of the moon will be like the light of the sun . . . on the day when the LORD binds up the injuries of his people.

NOLA, Nuala

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Small Bell

Spiritual Connotation: Harmonious

Scripture: Proverbs 25:11 TLB

Timely advice is as lovely as gold apples in a silver basket.

NOLAN, Noland, Nolyn

Language/Cultural Origin: Gaelic

Inherent Meaning: Noble

Spiritual Connotation: Honorable

Scripture: Micah 6:8 NKJV

He has shown you, O man, what is good; and what does the LORD require of you but to do justly, to love mercy, and to walk humb ly with your God?

NONA, Nonah, Noni, Nonie, Nonna, Nony, Nonya

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Ninth

Spiritual Connotation: Full of Wisdom

Scripture: Proverbs 2:6 NRSV

For the LORD gives wisdom; from his mouth come knowledge and understanding.

NORA, Norah, Nordia

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Light

Spiritual Connotation: Esteemed

Scripture: Isaiah 30:21 NASB

Your ears will hear a word behind you [that says], “This is the way, walk in it.”

NORI, Noria

Language/Cultural Origin: Japanese

Inherent Meaning: Tradition

Spiritual Connotation: Honored

Scripture: Exodus 31:16 TLB

Work six days only, for the seventh day is a special day to remind you of my covenant—a weekly reminder forever of my promises to the people of Israel.

NORMA, Noma

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Perfection

Spiritual Connotation: Model of Excellence

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:14 NRSV

Do not neglect the gift that is in you, which was given to you through prophecy with the laying on of hands by the council of elders.

NORMAN, Norm, Normand, Normen, Normie

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Man From the North

Spiritual Connotation: Courageous Spirit

Scripture: Psalm 17:7 NLT

Show me your unfailing love in wonderful ways. You save with your strength those who seek refuge from their enemies.

NORIS, Noris

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Northerner

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: Psalm 111:10 RSV

The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom; a good understanding have all those who practice it. His praise endures for ever!

NORTON, Nortan

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle English

Inherent Meaning: From the North Town

Spiritual Connotation: Integrity

Scripture: Psalm 42:8 KJV

Yet the LORD will command his loving-kindness in the daytime, and in the night his song shall be with me, and my prayer unto the God of my life.

NORWOOD, Norrwood

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle English

Inherent Meaning: From the North Forest

Spiritual Connotation: Noble

Scripture: Philippians 3:14 TLB

I strain to reach the end of the race and receive the prize for which God is calling us up to heaven because of what Christ Jesus did for us.

NOVIA, Nuvia

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: Sweetheart

Spiritual Connotation: Beloved

Scripture: 1 John 3:1 NKJV

Behold what manner of love the Father has bestowed on us, that we should be called children of God!

NURI, Nurie, Nury

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Fire of God

Spiritual Connotation: Guided of God

Scripture: Exodus 13:21 NASB

The LORD was going before them in a pillar of cloud by day to lead them on the way, and in a pillar of fire by night to give them light.

NURIA, Noura, Nura, Nuriah, Nuriel, Nuriya (see also Neriah)

Language/Cultural Origin: Aramaic

Inherent Meaning: Fire of God

Spiritual Connotation: Dependent Upon God

Scripture: Numbers 14:14 NCV

The Egyptians will tell this to those who live in this land. . . . They know that . . . you lead your people . . . with fire at night.

NYDIA, Nydya (see also Nadia)

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Nest

Spiritual Connotation: Spiritual Potential

Scripture: Colossians 3:12 NASB

And so, as those who have been chosen of God, holy and beloved, put on a heart of compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.

NYUSHA, Nyasha

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian

Inherent Meaning: Pure

Spiritual Connotation: Patient

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:7 NLT

These trials are only to test your faith, to show that it is strong and pure.

O

OAKLEY, Oaklee, Oakleigh

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Oak Trees

Spiritual Connotation: Immovable

Scripture: Psalm 1:3 NASB

And he will be like a tree firmly planted by streams of water. . . . And in whatever he does, he prospers.

OBADIAH, Obediah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Servant of God

Spiritual Connotation: Discerning

Scripture: Romans 12:2 NRSV

Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your minds.

OCEANA, Ocean

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Sea

Spiritual Connotation: Praise

Scripture: Psalm 65:5 NASB

By awesome deeds You answer us in righteousness, O God of our salvation, You who are the trust of all the ends of the earth and of the farthest sea.

OCTAVIA, Octivia

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Eighth

Spiritual Connotation: Abiding Place of God

Scripture: Psalm 23:6 KJV

Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the LORD for ever.

OCTAVIUS, Octavian, Octavien, Octavio, Octavious

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Eighth

Spiritual Connotation: Abiding Place of God

Scripture: Psalm 18:28 NKJV

For You will light my lamp; the LORD my God will enlighten my darkness.

ODELIA, Odeleya

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: I Will Praise God

Spiritual Connotation: Thankful Spirit

Scripture: Luke 19:40 RSV

I tell you, if these were silent, the very stones would cry out.

ODELL, Odie

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle English

Inherent Meaning: From the Wooded Hill

Spiritual Connotation: Hopeful

Scripture: Psalm 119:114 NRSV

You are my hiding place and my shield; I hope in your word.

ODESSA, Odyssa

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Long Voyage

Spiritual Connotation: Preserved

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:26 TLB

I have traveled many weary miles. . . . I have faced grave dangers from mobs in the cities and from death in the deserts and in the stormy seas and from men who claim to be brothers in Christ but are not.

ODYSSEUS, Odesseus

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Wrathful

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Isaiah 26:20 NLT

Go home, my people, and lock your doors! Hide until the Lord’s anger against your enemies has passed.

OGDEN, Ogdan

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Oak Valley

Spiritual Connotation: One of Dignity

Scripture: Psalm 92:12 KJV

The righteous shall flourish like the palm tree: he shall grow like a cedar in Lebanon.

OKALANI, Okilani

Language/Cultural Origin: Hawaiian

Inherent Meaning: Heavenly

Spiritual Connotation: Eternal

Scripture: Colossians 3:2 NKJV

Set your mind on things above, not on things on the earth.

OLAF, Olav, Ole, Olie, Olle

Language/Cultural Origin: Old Norse

Inherent Meaning: Ancestor

Spiritual Connotation: Protector

Scripture: Psalm 18:2 RSV

The LORD is my rock, and my fortress, and my deliverer, my God, my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield, and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold.

OLAJUWON, Olajuwan

Language/Cultural Origin: Nigerian

Inherent Meaning: Honor of God

Spiritual Connotation: Reverent

Scripture: Daniel 2:20 NLT

Praise the name of God forever and ever, for he alone has all wisdom and power.

OLEG, Olleg

Language/Cultural Origin: Latvian

Inherent Meaning: Holy

Spiritual Connotation: Unending Praise

Scripture: Revelation 4:8 NRSV

Day and night without ceasing they sing, Holy, holy, holy, the Lord God the Almighty, who was and is and is to come.

OLESIA, Olesha, Olésya

Language/Cultural Origin: Polish

Inherent Meaning: Defender

Spiritual Connotation: Protector of Truth

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:20 NRSV

Guard what has been entrusted to you. Avoid the profane chatter and contradictions of what is falsely called knowledge.

OLGA, Olya

Language/Cultural Origin: Scandinavian

Inherent Meaning: Holy

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: Proverbs 15:33 NKJV

The fear of the LORD is the instruction of wisdom, and before honor is humility.

OLIANA, Olianna

Language/Cultural Origin: Hawaiian

Inherent Meaning: Flowering Evergreen

Spiritual Connotation: Preserved

Scripture: Hosea 14:8 TLB

I look after you and care for you. I am like an evergreen tree, yielding my fruit to you throughout the year. My mercies never fail.

OLIVER, Olley, Ollie, Olliver

Language/Cultural Origin: Old Norse

Inherent Meaning: Kind and Affectionate

Spiritual Connotation: Bringer of Peace

Scripture: Psalm 23:1 KJV

The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.

OLIVIA, Olive, Olivea, Olyvia (see also Livia)

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Peace

Spiritual Connotation: Walks With God

Scripture: Matthew 13:44 NCV

The kingdom of heaven is like a treasure hidden in a field. One day a man found the treasure. . . . He was so happy that he went and sold everything he owned to buy that field.

OLUJIMI, Oluyimi

Language/Cultural Origin: Nigerian

Inherent Meaning: Given by God

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Isaiah 42:6 NRSV

I am the LORD, I have called you in righteousness, I have taken you by the hand and kept you; I have given you as a covenant to the people, a light to the nations.

OLYA, Ollya

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian

Inherent Meaning: Holy

Spiritual Connotation: High Praise

Scripture: Isaiah 6:3 NLT

In a great chorus they sang, Holy, holy, holy is the LORD Almighty! The whole earth is filled with his glory!

OLYMPIA, Olympa

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Heavenly

Spiritual Connotation: Beloved

Scripture: Psalm 103:11 NKJV

For as the heavens are high above the earth, so great is His mercy toward those who fear Him.

OMA, Omah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Eloquent

Spiritual Connotation: Voice of God

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:17 NIV

For Christ did not send me to baptize, but to preach the gospel—not with words of human wisdom.

OMAR, Omarr

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Eloquent

Spiritual Connotation: Successful

Scripture: Romans 8:37 NKJV

Yet in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us.

ONA

Language/Cultural Origin: Lithuanian

Inherent Meaning: Grace of God

Spiritual Connotation: Viewed With Favor

Scripture: Matthew 13:43 NRSV

Then the righteous will shine like the sun in the kingdom of their Father. Let anyone with ears listen!

ONI, Onii

Language/Cultural Origin: Nigerian

Inherent Meaning: Born on Holy Ground

Spiritual Connotation: Sacred

Scripture: Exodus 3:5 NRSV

Then he said, “Come no closer! Remove the sandals from your feet, for the place on which you are standing is holy ground.”

OONA, see Una

OPAL, Opall

Language/Cultural Origin: Sanskrit

Inherent Meaning: Jewel

Spiritual Connotation: Treasure

Scripture: Malachi 3:17 NKJV

“They shall be Mine,” says the LORD of hosts, “On the day that I make them My jewels.”

OPHELIA, Ophilia

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Helper

Spiritual Connotation: Consecrated

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:18 NKJV

But we all, with unveiled face, beholding as in a mirror the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into the same image from glory to glory.

OPRAH, see Orpah

ORA, Orah

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Prayerful

Spiritual Connotation: Precious

Scripture: 1 John 4:7 NKJV

Beloved, let us love one another, for love is of God; and everyone who loves is born of God and knows God.

ORAN, Orane (see also Orin)

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Green

Spiritual Connotation: Fruitful

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:8 NKJV

For he shall be like a tree planted by the waters, which spreads out its roots by the river. . . . Its leaf will be green.

OREN, Oreen (see also Orin)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Ash Tree

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Psalm 1:3 NASB

And he will be like a tree firmly planted by streams of water, which yields its fruit in its season, and its leaf does not wither; and in whatever he does, he prospers.

ORESTES, Orastes

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: From the Mountain

Spiritual Connotation: Peaceful

Scripture: Isaiah 56:7 NLT

I will bring them also to my holy mountain of Jerusalem and will fill them with joy in my house of prayer.

ORIANA, Orania, Oriane, Oriann, Orianna

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Dawning Sun

Spiritual Connotation: Enlightened for Service

Scripture: Ephesians 6:7 NKJV

Whatever good anyone does, he will receive the same from the Lord, whether he is a slave or free.

ORIN, Orinn, Orrie, Orrin (see also Oran, Oren)

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Mountain

Spiritual Connotation: God-Revealed Insight

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:18 NKJV

And we heard this voice which came from heaven when we were with Him on the holy mountain.

ORION, Orien

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Son of Fire

Spiritual Connotation: Zealous

Scripture: Psalm 104:4 NCV

You make the winds your messengers, and flames of fire are your servants.

ORLANDO, Orlanda, Orlondo

Language/Cultural Origin: Italian

Inherent Meaning: Famous Throughout the Land

Spiritual Connotation: Reknowned

Scripture: James 4:10 NASB

Humble yourselves in the presence of the Lord, and He will exalt you.

ORLI, Ori, Orlie

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: My Light

Spiritual Connotation: Fearless

Scripture: Psalm 27:1 NKJV

The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The LORD is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?

ORPAH, Ophra, Opra, Oprah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Runaway

Spiritual Connotation: Chaste

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:18 NKJV

Flee sexual immorality. Every sin that a man does is outside the body, but he who commits sexual immorality sins against his own body.

ORICK, Orric, Orrik

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Aged Oak Tree

Spiritual Connotation: Great Joy

Scripture: Isaiah 55:12 NRSV

For you shall go out in joy, and be led back in peace . . . and all the trees of the field shall clap their hands.

ORSON, Orsen

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Little Bear

Spiritual Connotation: Loyal, Steadfast

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:58 RSV

Be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that in the Lord your labor is not in vain.

ORVILLE, Orv, Orval

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: From the Golden Town

Spiritual Connotation: Benevolent

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6 NKJV

But this I say: He who sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and he who sows bountifully will also reap bountifully.

OSANNA, Osana (see also Hosanna)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Save Us

Spiritual Connotation: Remnant

Scripture: Psalm 102:18 NRSV

Let this be recorded for a generation to come, so that a people yet unborn may praise the LORD .

OSBORN, Osborne

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Divine Warrior

Spiritual Connotation: Victorious in Truth

Scripture: Isaiah 61:2-3 NRSV

To proclaim the year of the Lord’s favor . . . to comfort all who mourn . . . to give them the oil of gladness instead of mourning. . . . They will . . . display his glory.

OSCAR, Oskar

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Divine Spearman

Spiritual Connotation: Appointed of God

Scripture: Colossians 3:23 RSV

Whatever your task, work heartily, as serving the Lord and not men.

OSMOND, Osmund

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Divine Protector

Spiritual Connotation: God’s Warrior

Scripture: Psalm 5:11 NRSV

But let all who take refuge in you rejoice; let them ever sing for joy. Spread your protection over them, so that those who love your name may exult in you.

OSWALD, Osvaldo, Oswaldo

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: God’s Power

Spiritual Connotation: Honored

Scripture: Psalm 77:11 NRSV

I will call to mind the deeds of the LORD ; I will remember your wonders of old.

OTHELLO, Othella

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: Wealthy

Spiritual Connotation: Obedient

Scripture: Joshua 1:8 NKJV

This Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate in it day and night. . . . For then you will make your way prosperous. . . .

OTIS, Ottis

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Keen of Hearing

Spiritual Connotation: Open to Divine Inspiration

Scripture: Psalm 46:10 NKJV

Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth!

OTTO, Oto

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Prosperous

Spiritual Connotation: Esteemed

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11 NLT

For I know the plans I have for you, says the LORD . They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope.

OURAY, Orray

Language/Cultural Origin: Cherokee

Inherent Meaning: Arrow

Spiritual Connotation: Guardian of Truth

Scripture: Isaiah 54:17 NKJV

No weapon formed against you shall prosper, and every tongue which rises against you in judgment You shall condemn.

OWEN, Owens

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Distinguished

Spiritual Connotation: Pleasant to Look Upon

Scripture: 2 Samuel 23:4 NKJV

And he shall be like the light of the morning when the sun rises, a morning without clouds, like the tender grass springing out of the earth, by clear shining after rain.

OXFORD, Oxforde

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Place Where the Oxen Cross the River

Spiritual Connotation: Restful

Scripture: Matthew 11:28, 30 NRSV

Come to me, all you that are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.

OYA, Oiya

Language/Cultural Origin: Miwok

Inherent Meaning: Called Forth

Spiritual Connotation: Witness

Scripture: Acts 10:42 NLT

And he ordered us to preach everywhere and to testify that Jesus is ordained of God to be the judge of all—the living and the dead.

OZ, Ozz, Ozzey, Ozzi, Ozzie

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Courage

Spiritual Connotation: Overcomer

Scripture: John 16:33 NRSV

I have said this to you, so that in me you may have peace. In the world you face persecution. But take courage; I have conquered the world!

OZARA, Ozarra

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Treasure

Spiritual Connotation: Divine Perspective

Scripture: Matthew 6:21 KJV

For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also.

P

PABLO, Paublo

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: Small

Spiritual Connotation: Great Faith

Scripture: Mark 4:31-32 NCV

The kingdom of God is like a mustard seed, the smallest seed you plant in the ground. But when planted, this seed grows and becomes the largest of all garden plants.

PAIGE, Page, Payge

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Young Assistant

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed Helper

Scripture: Philippians 2:13 RSV

For God is at work in you, both to will and to work for his good pleasure.

PALANI, Pallani

Language/Cultural Origin: Hawaiian

Inherent Meaning: Free

Spiritual Connotation: Unchained

Scripture: John 8:36 NKJV

Therefore if the Son makes you free, you shall be free indeed.

PALASHA, Pasha, Pelasha

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian

Inherent Meaning: From the Sea

Spiritual Connotation: Protected

Scripture: Psalm 139:9-10 RSV

If I take the wings of the morning and dwell in the uttermost parts of the sea, even there thy hand shall lead me, and thy right hand shall hold me.

PALMER, Palmar

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Peaceful Pilgrim

Spiritual Connotation: Bringer of Peace

Scripture: Zechariah 4:6 NASB

Not by might nor by power, but by My Spirit, says the LORD of hosts.

PALOMA, Palloma

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: Dove

Spiritual Connotation: Symbol

Scripture: Luke 3:22 NKJV

And the Holy Spirit descended in bodily form like a dove upon Him, and a voice came from heaven which said, “You are My beloved Son; in You I am well pleased.”

PAMELA, Pam, Pamala, Pamella, Pammela

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Honey

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Matthew 13:43 NRSV

Then the righteous will shine like the sun in the kingdom of their Father. Let anyone with ears listen!

PANCHO, Poncho

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: Frenchman

Spiritual Connotation: God’s Witness

Scripture: Daniel 7:27 NKJV

His kingdom is an everlasting kingdom, and all dominions shall serve and obey Him.

PANDORA, Pandorra, Panndora

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Skilled

Spiritual Connotation: Gifted

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:4-5 NRSV

Now there are varieties of gifts, but the same Spirit; and there are varieties of services, but the same Lord.

PANYA, Pania

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian

Inherent Meaning: Crowned

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: Proverbs 14:18 NASB

The naive inherit folly, but the prudent are crowned with knowledge.

PARI, Pári, Parri

Language/Cultural Origin: Persian

Inherent Meaning: Eagle

Spiritual Connotation: Renewed

Scripture: Isaiah 40:31 RSV

But they who wait for the LORD shall renew their strength, they shall mount up with wings like eagles, they shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint.

PARIS, Parras, Parris

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Attractive

Spiritual Connotation: Godly

Scripture: Psalm 27:4 NKJV

One thing I have desired of the LORD . . . that I may dwell in the house of the LORD all the days of my life, to behold the beauty of the LORD, and to inquire in His temple.

PARK, Parke

Language/Cultural Origin: Chinese

Inherent Meaning: Cyprus Tree

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Isaiah 41:19-20 NKJV

I will set in the desert the cypress tree and the pine and the box tree together, that they may see and know . . . that the hand of the LORD has done this.

PARKER, Parkker

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle English

Inherent Meaning: Guardian of the Park

Spiritual Connotation: Spiritual Light

Scripture: Matthew 5:14 NASB

You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden.

PARNELL, Parnel, Pernell

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Little Peter

Spiritual Connotation: Faithfulness

Scripture: Lamentations 3:23 NLT

Great is his faithfulness; his mercies begin afresh each day.

PARRISH, Parish

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Church District

Spiritual Connotation: Devout

Scripture: Hebrews 10:25 NCV

You should not stay away from the church meetings, as some are doing, but you should meet together and encourage each other.

PARRY, Parrey, Perry

Language/Cultural Origin: Welsh

Inherent Meaning: Son of the Leader

Spiritual Connotation: Humble

Scripture: Psalm 37:11 RSV

But the meek shall possess the land, and delight themselves in abundant prosperity.

PASCAL, Pascale, Paschale, Pascual, Pascuale

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Easter Child

Spiritual Connotation: Resurrected

Scripture: Mark 16:6 NKJV

But he said to them, “Do not be alarmed. You seek Jesus of Nazareth, who was crucified. He is risen! He is not here. See the place where they laid Him.”

PATIENCE, Paishence

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Endurance, Fortitude

Spiritual Connotation: Firmness of Spirit

Scripture: Psalm 77:12 NASB

I will meditate on all Thy work, and muse on Thy deeds.

PATRICIA, Pat, Patreice, Patrice, Patriece, Patrisha, Patsey, Patsi, Patsy, Patti, Pattrice, Patty

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Noble

Spiritual Connotation: Victorious

Scripture: Romans 8:37 NKJV

Yet in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us.

PATRICK, Pat, Patric, Patrik, Patrique, Patryck, Patryk

Language/Cultural Origin: Welsh

Inherent Meaning: Nobleman

Spiritual Connotation: Obedient

Scripture: Romans 12:2 RSV

Do not be conformed to this world but be transformed by the renewal of your mind.

PATTON, Patten

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From theWarrior’s Town

Spiritual Connotation: Immovable

Scripture: Psalm 147:5 NRSV

Great is our Lord, and abundant in power; his understanding is beyond measure.

PAUL, Pasha, Paolo, Pauley, Pauli, Paulis, Paulo, Paulus, Pavel

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Small

Spiritual Connotation: Dynamo of Energyand Faith

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:11 NRSV

For this gospel I was appointed a herald and an apostle and a teacher, and for this reason I suffer as I do.

PAULA, Paola, Paolina, Paulette, Paulina, Pauline, Paulla

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Small

Spiritual Connotation: Loving

Scripture: John 15:12 NKJV

This is My commandment, that you love one another as I have loved you.

PAXTON, Paxon, Paxten

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Peaceful Town

Spiritual Connotation: Prepared

Scripture: Ephesians 6:15 NLT

For shoes, put on the peace that comes from the Good News, so that you will be fully prepared.

PAYNE, Paine

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: From the Country

Spiritual Connotation: Sacred

Scripture: Psalm 99:9 NKJV

Exalt the LORD our God, and worship at His holy hill; for the LORD our God is holy.

PAYTON, see Peyton

PEARL, Pearle

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Priceless Jewel

Spiritual Connotation: Health and Long Life

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11 NKJV

For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says the LORD, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope.

PEARSON, Pierson

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Son of the Rock

Spiritual Connotation: Joyful Praise

Scripture: Deuteronomy 32:4 NKJV

He is the Rock, His work is perfect; for all His ways are justice, a God of truth and without injustice; righteous and upright is He.

PEDRO, Pédro

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: Rock

Spiritual Connotation: Steadfast in Christ

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:58 NRSV

Be steadfast, immovable, always excelling in the work of the Lord, because you know that in the Lord your labor is not in vain.

PEGGY, Peg, Pegg, Peggi

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Pearl

Spiritual Connotation: Promise

Scripture: Revelation 21:21 NASB

And the twelve gates were twelve pearls; each one of the gates was a single pearl. And the street of the city was pure gold, like transparent glass.

PELE, Pelé, Peleh

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Miracle

Spiritual Connotation: Strong Faith

Scripture: Micah 7:15 NASB

As in the days when you came out from the land of Egypt, I will show you miracles.

PELI, Pelí

Language/Cultural Origin: Basque

Inherent Meaning: Happy

Spiritual Connotation: Filled With Joy

Scripture: Psalm 84:4 NRSV

Happy are those who live in your house, ever singing your praise.

PENELOPE, Pennelope, Penney, Penni, Pennie, Penny

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Industrious Weaver

Spiritual Connotation: Creative Spirit

Scripture: Deuteronomy 28:12 RSV

The LORD will open to you his good treasury the heavens . . . to bless all the work of your hands.

PERCIVAL, Percie, Percivall, Percy, Purcell

Language/Cultural Origin: Old French

Inherent Meaning: Pierce the Veil

Spiritual Connotation: Miracle

Scripture: Matthew 27:51 NLT

At that moment the curtain in the temple was torn in two, from top to bottom. The earth shook, rocks split apart.

PERKIN, Perkins, Perkyn, Perkyns

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Little Rock

Spiritual Connotation: Joyful

Scripture: Psalm 95:1 NASB

O come, let us sing for joy to the LORD, let us shout joyfully to the rock of our salvation.

PERRY, see Parry

PERVIS, Purvis

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Passage

Spiritual Connotation: Messenger

Scripture: Isaiah 40:3 NRSV

A voice cries out: In the wilderness prepare the way of the LORD, make straight in the desert a highway for our God.

PETER, Peder, Petar, Pete, Péter,

Petey, Petr, Petras, Petros, Pietro

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Rock

Spiritual Connotation: Powerful Faith

Scripture: Matthew 16:18 RSV

And I tell you, you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the powers of death shall not prevail against it.

PETRA, Petrina, Pietra

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Small Rock

Spiritual Connotation: Strong and Everlasting

Scripture: John 14:27 NRSV

Peace I leave with you. . . . Do not let your hearts be troubled, and do not let them be afraid.

PEYTON, Paiton, Payden, Payton

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle English

Inherent Meaning: From the Leader’s Town

Spiritual Connotation: Christlike

Scripture: Isaiah 11:6 NLT

In that day the wolf and the lamb will live together; the leopard and the goat will be at peace . . . and a little child will lead them all.

PHEBE, Phoebe

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Bright

Spiritual Connotation: Cherished

Scripture: Matthew 5:14 KJV

Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid.

PHELAN, Phaelan

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Little Wolf

Spiritual Connotation: Exalted

Scripture: James 4:10 RSV

Humble yourselves before the Lord and he will exalt you.

PHELPS, Phellps

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle English

Inherent Meaning: Son of Phillip

Spiritual Connotation: Loving Spirit

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:3 NASB

His divine power has granted to us everything pertaining to life and godliness, through the true knowledge of Him who called us by His own glory and excellence.

PHILANA, Philina

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Lover of Humankind

Spiritual Connotation: Gracious

Scripture: Matthew 22:39 NKJV

You shall love your neighbor as yourself.

PHILANTHA, Phillantha

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Lover of Flowers

Spiritual Connotation: Seeker of Truth

Scripture: Proverbs 4:9 NCV

[Wisdom] will be like flowers in your hair and like a beautiful crown on your head.

PHILEMON, Philémon

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Kiss

Spiritual Connotation: Affectionate

Scripture: Romans 16:16 NASB

Greet one another with a holy kiss. All the churches of Christ greet you.

PHILLIP, Felipe, Felípe, Filip, Fillip, Phil, Philip, Philipp, Philippe, Phill, Phillipp

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Lover of Horses

Spiritual Connotation: Transformed

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:18 NKJV

But we all, with unveiled face, beholding as in a mirror the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into the same image from glory to glory.

PHINEAS, Phinehas

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Face of Compassion

Spiritual Connotation: Merciful

Scripture: Nehemiah 9:31 NASB

Nevertheless, in Your great compassion You did not make an end of them or forsake them, for You are a gracious and compassionate God.

PHOEBE, see Phebe

PHYLICIA, see Felicia

PHYLLIS, Philyss, Phylis, Phyllis, Phylliss

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Green Branch

Spiritual Connotation: Youthful Trust

Scripture: Psalm 86:11 NKJV

Teach me Your way, O LORD ; I will walk in Your truth; unite my heart to fear Your name.

PIA, Piya

Language/Cultural Origin: Italian

Inherent Meaning: Devoted

Spiritual Connotation: Focused

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:35 NKJV

And this I say for your own profit, not that I may put a leash on you, but for what is proper, and that you may serve the Lord without distraction.

PIERCE, Pearce, Peerce, Peirce

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Stone

Spiritual Connotation: Strong in Spirit

Scripture: Psalm 18:32 NRSV

The God who girded me with strength, and made my way safe. He made my feet like the feet of a deer, and set me secure on the heights.

PIERRE, Peirre, Piere, Piero, Pierro

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Rock

Spiritual Connotation: Dependent Upon God

Scripture: Psalm 62:7 NKJV

In God is my salvation and my glory; the rock of my strength, and my refuge, is in God.

PILAR, Pillar

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Pillar

Spiritual Connotation: Strong in Faith

Scripture: Matthew 17:20 NKJV

If you have faith as a mustard seed, you will say to this mountain, move from here to there, and it will move; and nothing will be impossible for you.

PIPER

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Pipe Player

Spiritual Connotation: Joyous Spirit

Scripture: Isaiah 61:11 NCV

The Lord G od will make goodness and praise come from all the nations.

PIPPI, Pippen, Pippie, Pippin

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Lover of Horses

Spiritual Connotation: Eternal

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:52 NKJV

For the trumpet will sound, and the dead will be raised incorruptible, and we shall be changed.

PIRAN, Pieran

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Prayer

Spiritual Connotation: Supplicant

Scripture: Philippians 4:6 NRSV

Do not worry about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.

PITNEY, Pittnee, Pittney

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Strong-Willed

Spiritual Connotation: Act of God

Scripture: John 1:12 NKJV

But as many as received Him, to them He gave the right to become children of God, to those who believe in His name.

PLACIDO, Placydo

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: Tranquil

Spiritual Connotation: Serene

Scripture: Philippians 4:7 NRSV

And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

PLATO, Plaeto, Platón

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Broad-Shouldered

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: Proverbs 19:8 NLT

To acquire wisdom is to love oneself; people who cherish understanding will prosper.

POLLY, Pollee, Polli, Pollyana, Pollyanna

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Gentle

Spiritual Connotation: Loving Spirit

Scripture: Psalm 149:1 NCV

Praise the LORD ! Sing a new song to the LORD ; sing his praise in the meeting of his people.

PONCE, Poncé

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: Fifth

Spiritual Connotation: Increase

Scripture: Acts 6:7 NASB

And the word of God kept on spreading; and the number of the disciples continued to increase greatly in Jerusalem.

POPPY, Poppey, Poppi, Poppie

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Poppy Flower

Spiritual Connotation: Nourished

Scripture: Isaiah 35:2 NKJV

It shall blossom abundantly and rejoice, even with joy and singing. . . . They shall see the glory of the LORD, the excellency of our God.

PORTER, Port

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Gatekeeper

Spiritual Connotation: Watchful Spirit

Scripture: Isaiah 12:2 RSV

Behold, God is my salvation; I will trust, and will not be afraid; for the LORD God is my strength and my song, and he has become my salvation.

PORTIA, Porsché, Porschia, Porsha

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Offering

Spiritual Connotation: Gift of God

Scripture: Psalm 37:5 NKJV

Commit your way to the LORD, trust also in Him, and He shall bring it to pass.

POWELL, Powel

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Prepared

Spiritual Connotation: Purified

Scripture: James 1:2 NKJV

My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trials, knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience.

PRENTICE, Prentis, Prentiss

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle English

Inherent Meaning: Learner

Spiritual Connotation: Seeker of Truth

Scripture: Isaiah 30:21 NRSV

And when you turn to the right or when you turn to the left, your ears shall hear a word behind you, saying, “This is the way; walk in it.”

PRESCOTT, Prescot

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Priest’sDwelling

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: 1 John 5:11 NASB

And the witness is this, that God has given us eternal life, and this life is in His Son.

PRESLEY, Presleigh

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Priest’s Meadow

Spiritual Connotation: Peaceful Spirit

Scripture: Psalm 146:5 NASB

How blessed is he whose help is the God of Jacob, whose hope is in the LORD his God.

PRESTON, Prestan

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Priest’s Home

Spiritual Connotation: Consecrated to God

Scripture: Psalm 50:14 NRSV

Offer to God a sacrifice of thanksgiving, and pay your vows to the Most High.

PRICE, Pryce

Language/Cultural Origin: Welsh

Inherent Meaning: Son of the Ardent One

Spiritual Connotation: Eager

Scripture: Psalm 69:9 NRSV

It is zeal for your house that has consumed me; the insults of those who insult you have fallen on me.

PRIEL, Poriel, Priela, Priella

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Fruit of God

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23 NRSV

By contrast, the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, generosity, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.

PRISCILLA, Prescilla, Pricilla, Priscila, Prisilla, Prissilla, Prysilla

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Primitive, Ancient

Spiritual Connotation: Eternal Value

Scripture: Philippians 4:8 NCV

Think about the things that are good and worthy of praise. Think about the things that are true and honorable and right and pure and beautiful and respected.

PRUDENCE, Prudy

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Discretion

Spiritual Connotation: Awareness of God

Scripture: Psalm 19:8 NKJV

The statutes of the LORD are right, rejoicing the heart; the commandment of the LORD is pure, enlightening the eyes.

PRYOR, Prior

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Head of the Monastery

Spiritual Connotation: Respected

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:17 NASB

Let the elders who rule well be considered worthy of doub le honor, especially those who work hard at preaching and teaching.

Q

QABIL, Qabial, Qabiel, Qabiele, Qabielle

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Able

Spiritual Connotation: Strength of God

Scripture: Hebrews 2:18 RSV

For because he himself has suffered and been tempted, he is ab le to help those who are tempted.

QADIM, Qadeem, Qadím (see also Kadim)

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Ancient

Spiritual Connotation: Eternal

Scripture: Revelation 21:6 NKJV

It is done! I am the Alpha and the Omega, the Beginning and the End. I will give of the fountain of the water of life freely to him who thirsts.

QADIR, Qadeer

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Powerful

Spiritual Connotation: Witness

Scripture: Psalm 106:8 RSV

Yet he saved them for his name’s sake, that he might make known his mighty power.

QADIRA, Qadeera

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Powerful

Spiritual Connotation: Power of God

Scripture: Ephesians 1:19 TLB

I pray that you will begin to understand how incredibly great his power is to help those who believe him.

QAMAR, Quamar

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Moon

Spiritual Connotation: Glorious Joy

Scripture: Isaiah 60:20 TLB

Your sun shall never set; the moon shall not go down—for the Lord will be your everlasting light; your days of mourning all will end.

QITARAH, Qitara

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Fragrance

Spiritual Connotation: Pleasing

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:15 RSV

For we are the aroma of Christ to God among those who are being saved and among those who are perishing.

QUANAH, Quan, Quanh (see also Khan)

Language/Cultural Origin: Comanche

Inherent Meaning: Fragrance

Spiritual Connotation: Beloved

Scripture: Song of Songs 1:12 NASB

While the king was at his table, my perfume gave forth its fragrance.

QUANEISHA, Quanesha, Quanisha, Quanishia, Quenisha, Quenishia (see also Keneisha)

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Beautiful

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Proverbs 31:30 NLT

Charm is deceptive, and beauty does not last; but a woman who fears the LORD will be greatly praised.

QUBILAH, Quabilah

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Conciliatory

Spiritual Connotation: Peacemaker

Scripture: Hebrews 12:14 NIV

Make every effort to live in peace with all men and to be holy; without holiness no one will see the Lord.

QUEISHA, Queshia, Quisha (see also Keisha)

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Beautiful

Spiritual Connotation: Unblemished

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 11:9 NCV

Young people, enjoy yourselves while you are young. . . . But remember that God will judge you for everything you do.

QUENBY, Quenbie

Language/Cultural Origin: Swedish

Inherent Meaning: Feminine

Spiritual Connotation: Holy

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:2 NLT

Treat the older women as you would your mother, and treat the younger women with all purity as your own sisters.

QUENNELL, Quenell, Quennel

Language/Cultural Origin: Old French

Inherent Meaning: From by the Oak Tree

Spiritual Connotation: Steadfast

Scripture: Psalm 1:3 NLT

They are like trees planted along the riverbank, bearing fruit each season without fail. Their leaves never wither.

QUENTIN, Quenton, Qwentin

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle English

Inherent Meaning: From the Queen’s Town

Spiritual Connotation: Forgiven

Scripture: Romans 8:1 NRSV

There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.

QUERIDA, Queridah

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: Beloved

Spiritual Connotation: Loving

Scripture: 1 John 4:7 NRSV

Beloved, let us love one another, because love is from God; everyone who loves is born of God and knows God.

QUIANA, Quianna (see also Keianna, Kiana, Kiona)

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Numbers 6:24-25 KJV

The LORD bless thee, and keep thee: The LORD make his face shine upon thee, and be gracious unto thee.

QUILLAN, Quillen, Quillon

Language/Cultural Origin: Gaelic

Inherent Meaning: Little Cub

Spiritual Connotation: Beloved

Scripture: Psalm 91:15 RSV

When he calls to me, I will answer him; I will be with him in trouble, I will rescue him and honor him.

QUIMBY, Quinby

Language/Cultural Origin: Scandinavian

Inherent Meaning: From the Queen’s Estate

Spiritual Connotation: Vigilant Spirit

Scripture: Matthew 24:42 NASB

Therefore be on the alert, for you do not know which day your Lord is coming.

QUINCY, Quincey, Quinci, Quincie

Language/Cultural Origin: Old French

Inherent Meaning: From the FifthSon’s Estate

Spiritual Connotation: Freedom in Christ

Scripture: Romans 8:2 NRSV

For the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus has set you free from the law of sin and of death.

QUINN, Quin

Language/Cultural Origin: Gaelic

Inherent Meaning: Intelligent

Spiritual Connotation: Godly Insight

Scripture: 1 John 3:2 NKJV

Beloved, now we are children of God; and . . . we shall be like Him, for we shall see Him as He is.

QUINTANA, Quinta, Quintanna, Quintara, Quintarah, Quintina

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Fifth

Spiritual Connotation: Compassionate

Scripture: Galatians 6:1 KJV

If a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such an one in the spirit of meekness; considering thyself, lest thou also be tempted.

QUINTESSA, Quintesa

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Efficiency

Spiritual Connotation: Steward

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15 NRSV

Be careful then how you live, not as unwise people but as wise, making the most of the time, because the days are evil.

QUINTIN, Quint, Quintan, Quinten, Quinton, Quintus, Qwinton

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Fifth

Spiritual Connotation: Brave

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:13 NRSV

Keep alert, stand firm in your faith, be courageous, be strong.

QUON, Quonn

Language/Cultural Origin: Chinese

Inherent Meaning: Bright

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Daniel 12:3 NRSV

Those who are wise shall shine like the brightness of the sky, and those who lead many to righteousness, like the stars forever and ever.

R

RAANAN, Ranaan, Ranan (see also Rhiannon, Ranon)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Luxuriant

Spiritual Connotation: Sacrifice

Scripture: John 12:3 NASB

Mary therefore took a pound of very costly perfume . . . and anointed the feet of Jesus, and wiped His feet with her hair; and the house was filled with the fragrance.

RABIAH, Rabiya

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Breeze

Spiritual Connotation: Miracle

Scripture: John 3:8 NLT

Just as you can hear the wind but can’t tell where it comes from or where it is going, so you can’t explain how people are born of the Spirit.

RACHEL, Rachael, Rachaele, Rachal, Rachele, Racquel, Raechel, Raechele, Raquel, Raquela, Riquelle, Rashel

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Lamb

Spiritual Connotation: Innocence

Scripture: Hosea 14:9 NRSV

Those who are wise understand these things; those who are discerning know them. For the ways of the LORD are right, and the upright walk in them.

RACHELLE, see Rochelle

RADLEY, Radlee, Radleigh

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Reed Meadow

Spiritual Connotation: Spirit-Filled

Scripture: John 14:16 NLT

And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Counselor, who will never leave you.

RAE, Ralina (see also Ray)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Doe

Spiritual Connotation: Full of Grace

Scripture: Psalm 50:23 NKJV

Whoever offers praise glorifies Me; and to him who orders his conduct aright I will show the salvation of God.

RAEANN, Raeanna, Raeanne, Rayana, Rayann, Rayanna, Reana, Reane, Reann, Reanna, Reanne, Reonne, Reyanna, Reyanne, (see also Rhian)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Gentle

Scripture: Matthew 12:20 NRSV

He will not break a bruised reed or quench a smoldering wick until he brings justice to victory.

RAELENE, Raeleen, Raelina, Raelle, Raelyn, Raelynn, Rayele, Rayelle, Rayleen, Raylene, Raylynn

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Lovely

Spiritual Connotation: Compassionate

Scripture: Jeremiah 12:15 NASB

I will again have compassion on them; and I will bring them back, each one to his inheritance and each one to his land.

RAFAEL, RAFAELA, see Raphael, Raphaela

RAFER, Rafar

Language/Cultural Origin: Gaelic

Inherent Meaning: Prosperous

Spiritual Connotation: Gifted

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11 NRSV

For surely I know the plans I have for you, says the LORD, plans for your welfare and not for harm, to give you a future with hope.

RAGHIB, Raquib

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Desirous

Spiritual Connotation: Ardent

Scripture: Psalm 69:9 NKJV

Because zeal for Your house has eaten me up, and the reproaches of those who reproach You have fallen on me.

RAHIM, Raheem, Rahiim, Rahím

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Compassionate

Spiritual Connotation: Merciful

Scripture: James 5:11 NKJV

Indeed we count them blessed who endure. . . . The Lord is very compassionate and merciful.

RAINA, Raenah, Rainna (see also Rana, Rayna)

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian

Inherent Meaning: Queenly

Spiritual Connotation: Gracious

Scripture: Psalm 143:8 RSV

Let me hear in the morning of thy steadfast love, for in thee I put my trust. Teach me the way I should go, for to thee I lift up my soul.

RAINEY, Rainée, Raini, Rainie

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Regal

Spiritual Connotation: Praised

Scripture: Esther 6:9 NCV

Let the robe and the horse be given to [him]. Let . . . the servants . . . lead him on the horse through the city streets. . . . Let them announce: “This is what is done for the man whom the king wants to honor!”

RAINIER, Ráinier, Rainios, Ranios (see also Rainor)

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Mighty Army

Spiritual Connotation: Strength of God

Scripture: Psalm 66:7 NASB

He rules by His might forever; His eyes keep watch on the nations; let not the rebellious exalt themselves.

RAINOR, Rainar, Rainer, Rainos, Ranos (see also Rainier)

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Counselor

Spiritual Connotation: Promise

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6 NKJV

For unto us a Child is born, unto us a Son is given. . . . And His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.

RAIZA, Raissa, Raisza

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian

Inherent Meaning: Rose

Spiritual Connotation: Lovely

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1 NKJV

The wilderness and the wasteland shall be glad for them, and the desert shall rejoice and blossom as the rose.

RAIZEL, Raisel (see also Rasia)

Language/Cultural Origin: Yiddish

Inherent Meaning: Rose

Spiritual Connotation: Adorned

Scripture: Isaiah 35:2 NKJV

It shall blossom abundantly and rejoice, even with joy and singing.

RAJA, Raija, Raiya

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Hopeful

Spiritual Connotation: Gift of Faith

Scripture: Romans 4:18 NRSV

Hoping against hope, he believed that he would become the father of many nations.

RALEIGH, Rawley

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Deer Meadow

Spiritual Connotation: Excellent Worth

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:8 TLB

There will not only be enough for your own needs but plenty left over to give joyfully to others.

RALPH, Ralf (see also Rolf)

Language/Cultural Origin: Anglo-Saxon

Inherent Meaning: Counselor

Spiritual Connotation: Discerning

Scripture: Psalm 13:5 KJV

But I have trusted in thy mercy; my heart shall rejoice in thy salvation.

RAMA, Ramah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Praised

Spiritual Connotation: Glory to God

Scripture: Psalm 86:12 RSV

I give thanks to thee, O Lord my God, with my whole heart, and I will glorify thy name for ever.

RAMIRO, Rami, Ramierez, Ramieros, Ramos

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: Judge

Spiritual Connotation: Accountable

Scripture: Deuteronomy 16:20 NASB

Justice, and only justice, you shall pursue, that you may live and possess the land which the LORD your God is giving you.

RAMON, Raimon, Ramón, Ramone (see also Raymond)

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: Mighty Protector

Spiritual Connotation: Vigilant

Scripture: Habakkuk 2:1 NCV

I will stand like a guard to watch and place myself at the tower. I will wait to see what he will say to me.

RAMONA, Ramonda, Rimona, Romona

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Protector

Spiritual Connotation: Virtuous

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10 NKJV

Who can find a virtuous wife? For her worth is far above rubies.

RAMSEY, Ramsay, Ramzee

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Wooded Island

Spiritual Connotation: Believer

Scripture: Matthew 16:16 NKJV

Simon Peter answered and said, “You are the Christ, the Son of the living God.”

RANA, Rahna, Rahni, Ranee, Rania (see also Raina, Rayna)

Language/Cultural Origin: Sanskrit

Inherent Meaning: Regal

Spiritual Connotation: Noble

Scripture: James 4:10 NKJV

Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and He will lift you up.

RANDALL, Rand, Randal, Randel, Randell, Randle, Randy, Ranndy

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Shield

Spiritual Connotation: Protected

Scripture: Psalm 3:3 NASB

But Thou, O LORD, art a shield about me, my glory, and the One who lifts my head.

RANDI, Randalin, Randalyn, Randee, Randie, Randii

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Shield

Spiritual Connotation: Guarded

Scripture: Proverbs 30:5 RSV

Every word of God proves true; he is a shield to those who take refuge in him.

RANDOLPH, Randolf

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Shield

Spiritual Connotation: Established in Peace

Scripture: Matthew 6:33 KJV

But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.

RANGER, Rainger, Range

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Keeper of the Forest

Spiritual Connotation: Covenant

Scripture: Isaiah 32:15 NCV

This will continue until God pours his Spirit from above upon us. Then the desert will be like a fertile field and the fertile field like a forest.

RANITA, Ranata, Ranitta (see also Renata)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Song

Spiritual Connotation: Filled With Joy

Scripture: Isaiah 55:12 RSV

The mountains and the hills before you shall break forth into singing, and all the trees of the field shall clap their hands.

RANKIN, Randkin

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Small Shield

Spiritual Connotation: Valiant Spirit

Scripture: Psalm 27:14 RSV

Wait for the LORD ; be strong, and let your heart take courage; yea, wait for the LORD !

RANON, Ranen, Rani, Ranie

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: My Song

Spiritual Connotation: Praise

Scripture: Psalm 9:2 NKJV

I will be glad and rejoice in You; I will sing praise to Your name, O Most High.

RANSOM, Randsom, Ransome

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Redeemer

Spiritual Connotation: Hopeful

Scripture: Job 19:25 NRSV

For I know that my Redeemer lives, and that at the last he will stand upon the earth.

RAOUL, Raul, Raúl

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Counselor

Spiritual Connotation: Divine Wisdom

Scripture: Romans 11:34 TLB

For who among us can know the mind of the Lord? Who knows enough to be his counselor and guide?

RAPHAEL, see Rephael

RAPHAELA, Rafaela, Rafaell, Rafaelle, Raphaéla

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Healed by God

Spiritual Connotation: God’s Anointed

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 1:12 NKJV

Wisdom and knowledge are granted to you; and I will give you riches and wealth and honor.

RAQUEL, see Rachel

RASHA, Rahsha, Rashia

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Little Gazelle

Spiritual Connotation: Freedom

Scripture: Proverbs 6:5 NKJV

Deliver yourself like a gazelle from the hand of the hunter, and like a bird from the hand of the fowler.

RASHAD, Raashad, Rashaad, Reshaad, Rhashad, Rishaad

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Wise Leader

Spiritual Connotation: Discerning

Scripture: Proverbs 4:7 NRSV

The beginning of wisdom is this: Get wisdom, and whatever else you get, get insight.

RASHAWNA, Rashana, Rashanda, Rashaunda, Rashona, Rashonda, Reshana, Reshanna, Reshaunda, Reshawnda, Reshonda

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: God Is Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Preserved

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 30:9 NLT

For if you return to the LORD, your relatives and your children . . . will be ab le to return to this land. For the LORD your God is gracious and merciful.

RASHID, Rasheed, Rasheid, Rashied, Rausheed

Language/Cultural Origin: Turkish

Inherent Meaning: Well-Directed

Spiritual Connotation: Humble

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6 NKJV

Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths.

RASHIDA, Rahsheda, Rasheda, Rasheeda, Rasheida

Language/Cultural Origin: Swahili

Inherent Meaning: Well-Directed

Spiritual Connotation: Discerning

Scripture: John 16:13 NRSV

When the Spirit of truth comes, he will guide you into all the truth.

RASIA, Rasha, Rasya (see also Raizel)

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Rose

Spiritual Connotation: Joyful

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1 NKJV

The wilderness and the wasteland shall be glad for them, and the desert shall rejoice and blossom as the rose.

RATANA, Ratania, Ratanya

Language/Cultural Origin: Thai

Inherent Meaning: Made of Crystal

Spiritual Connotation: Priceless

Scripture: Revelation 21:11 NCV

It was shining with the glory of God and was bright like a very expensive jewel, like a jasper, clear as crystal.

RAUL, see Raoul

RAVEN, Ravan, Ravin, Ravon, Ravyn

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Blackbird

Spiritual Connotation: Cherished

Scripture: Matthew 6:26 TLB

Look at the birds! They don’t worry about what to eat . . . for your heavenly Father feeds them. And you are far more valuable to him than they are.

RAY, Raye (see also Rae)

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Royal

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: Proverbs 9:10 NASB

The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, and the knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.

RAYAH, Raia, Raya (see also Rhea)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Companion

Spiritual Connotation: Friend of God

Scripture: Hebrews 13:6 TLB

That is why we can say without any doubt or fear, the Lord is my Helper, and I am not afraid of anything that mere man can do to me.

RAYANNE, see Raeann

RAYLEEN, see Raelene

RAYMOND, Raimond, Ramond, Raymon, Raymont (see also Ramon)

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Mighty Protector

Spiritual Connotation: Sanctified

Scripture: Philippians 1:6 NRSV

I am confident of this, that the one who began a good work among you will bring it to completion by the day of Jesus Christ.

RAYNA, Reyna (see also Raina, Rana)

Language/Cultural Origin: Yiddish

Inherent Meaning: Pure

Spiritual Connotation: Virtuous

Scripture: Philippians 4:8 NKJV

Finally, brethren, whatever things are true, . . . nob le, . . . just, . . . pure, . . . lovely, . . . [and] of good report, if there is any virtue and if there is anything praiseworthy; meditate on these things.

REA, Reah, Reha (see also Rayah, Rhea, Ria)

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Poppy Flower

Spiritual Connotation: Firmly Grounded

Scripture: Hosea 14:5 NLT

I will be to Israel like a refreshing dew from heaven. It will b lossom like the lily; it will send roots deep into the soil like the cedars in Lebanon.

REAGAN, see Regan

REANNE, see Raeann

REBA, Reva, Rheba

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Bound

Spiritual Connotation: Witness

Scripture: Acts 4:20 NCV

We cannot keep quiet. We must speak about what we have seen and heard.

REBECCA, Rabecca, Rebeca, Rébecca, Rebeccah, Rebecka, Rebeckah, Rebeka, Rebekah, Rebekka (see also Becky)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Bound

Spiritual Connotation: Refreshed

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-2 KJV

The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.

REED, see Reid

REENA, Rena (see also Rina)

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Peaceful

Spiritual Connotation: Abiding in God

Scripture: Philippians 4:7 RSV

And the peace of God, which passes all understanding, will keep your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

REESA, Reesha, Resa, Risa, Risha, Rysha, Ryssa

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Laughter

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Psalm 126:2 NLT

We were filled with laughter, and we sang for joy. And the other nations said, “What amazing things the LORD has done for them.”

REESE, Reece, Rhys

Language/Cultural Origin: Welsh

Inherent Meaning: Enthusiastic

Spiritual Connotation: Dedicated

Scripture: Numbers 25:13 NLT

In this covenant, he and his descendants will be priests for all time, because he was zealous for his God and made atonement for the people of Israel.

REEVE, Reaves, Reeves

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle English

Inherent Meaning: Steward

Spiritual Connotation: Servant

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:10 NRSV

Like good stewards of the manifold grace of God, serve one another with whatever gift each of you has received.

REGAN, Raegan, Reagan, Reaganne, Reegan, Reegen, Reganne

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Ruler

Spiritual Connotation: Spiritual Strength

Scripture: Proverbs 24:5 NCV

Wise people have great power, and those with knowledge have great strength.

REGINA, Regeena, Reggi, Reggie, Regi, Regie, Reginia, Reginna

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Queen

Spiritual Connotation: Gracious

Scripture: Psalm 19:14 NKJV

Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in Your sight, O LORD, my strength and my Redeemer.

REGINALD, Reg, Reggie, Reginauld, Reginault

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle English

Inherent Meaning: Powerful Counselor

Spiritual Connotation: Humble

Scripture: Micah 6:8 RSV

He has showed you, O man, what is good; and what does the LORD require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humb ly with your God?

REGIS, Reggis

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Regal

Spiritual Connotation: Honored

Scripture: Esther 6:9 NCV

Let the robe and the horse be given to one of the king’s most important men. . . . Let them announce: This is what is done for the man whom the king wants to honor!

REID, Raed, Reade, Reed, Reide, Ried

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Fair Countenance

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Psalm 118:14 NKJV

The LORD is my strength and song, and He has become my salvation.

REIKO, Reyko

Language/Cultural Origin: Japanese

Inherent Meaning: Pleasant Child

Spiritual Connotation: Blessing

Scripture: Proverbs 23:24 NLT

The father of godly children has cause for joy. What a pleasure it is to have wise children.

REMEZ, Rémez

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Sign

Spiritual Connotation: Miraculous

Scripture: Luke 2:12 NRSV

This will be a sign for you: you will find a child wrapped in bands of cloth and lying in a manger.

REMI, Remee, Rémi, Remie, Remmie, Remmy, Remy,

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: From Rheims

Spiritual Connotation: Obedient

Scripture: Psalm 119:105 KJV

Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path.

REMINGTON, Remingten

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Home of the Raven

Spiritual Connotation: Devoted

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16 NRSV

All scripture is inspired by God and is useful for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness.

REMUS, Reemus

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Speedy

Spiritual Connotation: Joyful

Scripture: Matthew 28:7 NASB

Go quickly and tell His disciples that He has risen from the dead.

RENATA, Ranata, Renada, Reneeta, Renita, Rinata (see also Ranita)

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Reborn

Spiritual Connotation: Quickened Spirit

Scripture: Romans 12:2 NASB

And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.

RENDOR, Renndor

Language/Cultural Origin: Hungarian

Inherent Meaning: Police Officer

Spiritual Connotation: Trusted

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:13 NIV

Submit yourselves for the Lord’s sake to every authority instituted among men.

RENÉ, Raenée, Rainato, Ranato, Renato, Rene, Renne, Rennie

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Reborn

Spiritual Connotation: Forgiven

Scripture: John 3:3 NLT

Jesus replied, “I assure you, unless you are born again, you can never see the Kingdom of God.”

RENEE, Renae, Renay, Renée

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Born Again

Spiritual Connotation: Joyful

Scripture: Galatians 2:20 RSV

I have been crucified with Christ; it is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me.

REPHAEL, Rafael, Rafeal, Raffael, Raffeal, Raphaél

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Healed by God

Spiritual Connotation: God’s Anointed

Scripture: 1 Samuel 2:10 NASB

Those who contend with the LORD will be shattered. . . . He will give strength to His king, and will exalt the horn of His anointed.

RESEDA, Resada

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: Fragrant Blossom

Spiritual Connotation: Pleasing Aroma

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:15 NASB

For we are a fragrance of Christ to God among those who are being saved and among those who are perishing.

RESEL, Reisel

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Summer

Spiritual Connotation: Blessing

Scripture: Psalm 74:17 NASB

You have established all the boundaries of the earth; You have made summer and winter.

RESHAWNA, see Rashawna

REUBEN, Reuban, Reubin, Rheuben, Rube, Rubin

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Behold, a Son

Spiritual Connotation: Wondrous Recognition

Scripture: Psalm 119:16 NKJV

I will delight myself in Your statutes; I will not forget Your word.

REX, Rexx

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: King

Spiritual Connotation: Leadership

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:3 NLT

Don’t lord it over the people assigned to your care, but lead them by your good example.

REYNARD, Reinhart, Renárd, Rennard, Rey, Reynardo

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Courageous

Spiritual Connotation: Brave

Scripture: Joshua 1:9 NKJV

Have I not commanded you? Be strong and of good courage; do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.

REYNOLD, Reinhold, Renaldo, Renault, Rey, Reynald, Reynaldo, Reynolds

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Counselor

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: Proverbs 13:10 NASB

Through insolence comes nothing but strife, but wisdom is with those who receive counsel.

RHEA, Rhaya, Rhéa, Rhia (see also Rayah, Rea, Ria)

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Flowing Stream

Spiritual Connotation: Refreshing

Scripture: Isaiah 35:6 NRSV

For waters shall break forth in the wilderness, and streams in the desert.

RHETT, Rhet

Language/Cultural Origin: Welsh

Inherent Meaning: Ardent

Spiritual Connotation: Shepherd

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:2 TLB

Feed the flock of God; care for it willingly, not grudgingly; not for what you will get out of it but because you are eager to serve the Lord.

RHIAN, Rhiana, Rhianna, Rhiauna, Rhyan, Rhyanna, Rian, Riana, Riann, Rianna, Rihana, Rihanna (see also Raeann, Ryan)

Language/Cultural Origin: Welsh

Inherent Meaning: Maiden

Spiritual Connotation: Joyful

Scripture: Isaiah 62:5 NCV

As a young man marries a woman, so your children will marry your land. As a man rejoices over his new wife, so your God will rejoice over you.

RHIANNON, Rhianen, Rhiannan, Rhiannen, Rhianon, Riannon (see also Raana, Ranon)

Language/Cultural Origin: Welsh

Inherent Meaning: Goddess

Spiritual Connotation: Mortal

Scripture: John 6:40 NRSV

This is indeed the will of my Father, that all who see the Son and believe in him may have eternal life; and I will raise them up on the last day.

RHODA, Rhodi, Rhody

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: From the Island ofRoses

Spiritual Connotation: God’s Unfolded Love

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1 NKJV

The wilderness and the wasteland shall be glad for them, and the desert shall rejoice and blossom as the rose.

RHODES, Rhoads

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: From the Islandof Roses

Spiritual Connotation: Formed of God

Scripture: Isaiah 24:15 NCV

People in the east, praise the LORD . People in the islands of the sea, praise the name of the LORD, the God of Israel.

RHONDA, Ronda

Language/Cultural Origin: Welsh

Inherent Meaning: Grand

Spiritual Connotation: Beloved

Scripture: Jeremiah 15:16 NRSV

Your words became to me a joy and the delight of my heart; for I am called by your name, O LORD, God of hosts.

RIA, Ría, Riah (see also Rayah, Rea, Rhea)

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: River

Spiritual Connotation: Sacred

Scripture: Psalm 46:4 NCV

There is a river that brings joy to the city of God, the holy place where God Most High lives.

RICHARD, Ric, Ricardo, Ricardos, Ricci, Rich, Richards, Richie, Rick, Rickey, Ricki, Rickie, Ricky, Rico, Ricqui, Ricquie, Rik, Riki, Rikk, Rikki, Rikky, Riks, Riq, Riqee, Riqui, Riquie, Ritch, Ritchard, Ritchie, Rykk (see also Dick)

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Powerful Ruler

Spiritual Connotation: Benevolent

Scripture: Psalm 111:10 NKJV

The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom; a good understanding have all those who do His commandments. His praise endures forever.

RICHELLE, Richela, Richele, Richella (see also Rochelle)

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Strong Ruler

Spiritual Connotation: Hand of God

Scripture: Psalm 68:28 NRSV

Summon your might, O God; show your strength, O God, as you have done for us before.

RICHMOND, Richmon

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: From the Hill of Wealthy Vegetation

Spiritual Connotation: Nourished

Scripture: Isaiah 27:6 NCV

Israel will grow like a plant beginning to bloom. Then the world will be filled with their children.

RIDER, Ryder

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Travels by Horse

Spiritual Connotation: Great Faith

Scripture: Psalm 20:7 NKJV

Some trust in chariots, and some in horses; but we will remember the name of the LORD our God.

RIGEL, Reigel, Reigell, Rigell

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Foot

Spiritual Connotation: Secure

Scripture: John 11:9 NRSV

Those who walk during the day do not stumble, because they see the light of this world.

RILEY, Reilly, Rileigh, Rylee, Rylie

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Valiant

Spiritual Connotation: Protected

Scripture: Psalm 36:7 NASB

How precious is Your lovingkindness, O God! And the children of men take refuge in the shadow of Your wings.

RINA, Rinnah (see also Reena)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Song of Joy

Spiritual Connotation: Filled With Gladness

Scripture: Psalm 47:1 KJV

O clap your hands, all ye people; shout unto God with the voice of triumph.

RINGO, Rengo

Language/Cultural Origin: Japanese

Inherent Meaning: Apple

Spiritual Connotation: Beloved

Scripture: Psalm 17:8 NKJV

Keep me as the apple of Your eye; hide me under the shadow of Your wings.

RIORDAN, Reardon

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Poet/Singer

Spiritual Connotation: Full of Wisdom

Scripture: Isaiah 50:4 RSV

The Lord GOD has given me the tongue of those who are taught, that I may know how to sustain with a word him that is weary.

RIPLEY, Rip, Ripleigh

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Meadow of the One Who Shouts

Spiritual Connotation: Thankful

Scripture: Psalm 32:11 NASB

Be glad in the LORD and rejoice, you righteous ones, and shout for joy, all you who are upright in heart.

RISHON, Rishán, Rishaun, Rishawn

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: First

Spiritual Connotation: Servant

Scripture: Mark 10:45 NKJV

For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life a ransom for many.

RITA, Reeta, Rheta

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: Pearl

Spiritual Connotation: Priceless

Scripture: Matthew 13:45 NRSV

Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant in search of fine pearls.

RIVER, Rivers

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Large Stream

Spiritual Connotation: Vessel of God

Scripture: Psalm 74:15 NASB

You broke open springs and torrents; You dried up ever-flowing streams.

ROANNA, Roana, Roann, Roanne, Rohana, Rohanna (see also Ruana)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Reminder of Sweet Incense

Spiritual Connotation: Spiritual Understanding

Scripture: Psalm 51:6 NKJV

Behold, You desire truth in the inward parts, and in the hidden part You will make me to know wisdom.

ROARKE, Rourke

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Famous Ruler

Spiritual Connotation: Courageous Spirit

Scripture: Psalm 31:24 NKJV

Be of good courage, and He shall strengthen your heart, all you who hope in the LORD .

ROBERT, Bob, Bobb, Bobby, Rob, Robb, Robbert, Robbie, Robby, Roberto, Roberts, Robertson, Robinson, Rupert

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Bright in Counsel

Spiritual Connotation: Abiding in God

Scripture: 1 John 4:13 TLB

And he has put his own Holy Spirit into our hearts as a proof to us that we are living with him and he with us.

ROBERTA, Bertie, Birdee, Birdie, Bobbi, Robbi

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Famous Brilliance

Spiritual Connotation: Excellent Worth

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10 NASB

For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.

ROBIN, Robbin, Robbyn, Robyn, Robynn

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Shining Fame

Spiritual Connotation: Victorious Spirit

Scripture: Psalm 18:32 NKJV

It is God who arms me with strength, and makes my way perfect.

ROCCO, Rock, Rocko, Rocky, Rokko, Roque

Language/Cultural Origin: Italian

Inherent Meaning: Rest

Spiritual Connotation: Restored

Scripture: Psalm 23:2-23 KJV

He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul.

ROCHELLE, Rachalle, Raechell, Raeshelle, Rochell, Rochella, Rochette, Roshele, Roshell, Roshelle (see also Richelle)

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Little Rock

Spiritual Connotation: Established

Scripture: Psalm 62:2 NIV

He alone is my rock and my salvation; he is my fortress, I will never be shaken.

RODERICK, Rodderick, Roderic, Roderigo, Roderique, Rodric, Rodrigo, Rodriguez, Rodrik, Rodrique, Rodriquez (see also Broderick)

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Famous Ruler

Spiritual Connotation: Arm of God

Scripture: Psalm 33:16 NASB

The king is not saved by a mighty army; a warrior is not delivered by great strength.

RODMAN, Rodmond, Rodmund

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Heroic

Spiritual Connotation: Famous

Scripture: Isaiah 19:20 NLT

It will be a sign and a witness to the LORD Almighty in the land of Egypt. . . . He will send them a savior who will rescue them.

RODNEY, Rod, Rhodney, Rodnee

Language/Cultural Origin: Anglo-Saxon

Inherent Meaning: From the Clearing on the Island

Spiritual Connotation: Joyful

Scripture: Psalm 40:3 NKJV

He has put a new song in my mouth; praise to our God; many will see it and fear, and will trust in the LORD .

ROGAN, Rogann

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Redhead

Spiritual Connotation: Persevering

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1 NKJV

Let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us.

ROGER, Rodger, Rog, Rogers, Rutger

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Famous Warrior

Spiritual Connotation: Strong in Counsel

Scripture: Isaiah 48:17 NKJV

I am the LORD your God, who teaches you to profit, who leads you by the way you should go.

ROLAND, Rolando, Rolland, Rollando, Rolle, Rollie, Rowland

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Famous Throughoutthe Land

Spiritual Connotation: Full of Wisdom

Scripture: Psalm 106:3 NKJV

Blessed are those who keep justice, and he who does righteousness at all times!

ROLANDA, Rollanda

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Famous Throughout the Land

Spiritual Connotation: Peaceful

Scripture: Numbers 6:26 NKJV

The LORD lift up His countenance upon you, and give you peace.

ROLF, Rolfe, Rolph (see also Ralph)

Language/Cultural Origin: Scandinavian

Inherent Meaning: Counselor

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: Psalm 90:12 NASB

So teach us to number our days, that we may present to Thee a heart of wisdom.

ROMAINE, Romana, Romanda, Romayne, Romi, Romy

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: From Rome

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Romans 1:7 RSV

To all God’s beloved in Rome, who are called to be saints: Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.

ROMAN, Román

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: From Rome

Spiritual Connotation: Protector of Truth

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10 NKJV

Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might.

ROMEO, Roméo

Language/Cultural Origin: Italian

Inherent Meaning: Pilgrim to Rome

Spiritual Connotation: Steadfast

Scripture: Hebrews 11:13 NKJV

These all died in faith, not having received the promises, but having seen them afar off were assured of them, embraced them and confessed that they were strangers and pilgrims on the earth.

RONALD, Ron, Ronny

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Mighty Power

Spiritual Connotation: Authority

Scripture: Micah 6:8 NKJV

He has shown you, O man, what is good; and what does the LORD require of you but to do justly, to love mercy, and to walk humb ly with your God?

RONAN, Ronán, Rónán (see also Raanan, Rhiannon)

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Little Seal

Spiritual Connotation: Playful

Scripture: Zechariah 8:5 NLT

And the streets of the city will be filled with boys and girls at play.

RONDEL, Rondell, Rondrell

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Poem

Spiritual Connotation: Gifted

Scripture: Psalm 40:3 RSV

He put a new song in my mouth, a song of praise to our God. Many will see and fear, and put their trust in the LORD .

RONNI, Ronee, Roni, Ronia, Ronnee, Ronney, Ronnie, Ronny, Ronya

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Power

Spiritual Connotation: Strength

Scripture: Zechariah 4:6 NKJV

Not by might nor by power, but by My Spirit, Says the LORD of hosts.

ROSEVELT, Rosevelt

Language/Cultural Origin: Dutch

Inherent Meaning: From the Field of Roses

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1 NKJV

The wilderness and the wasteland shall be glad for them, and the desert shall rejoice and blossom as the rose.

RORY, Roari, Rorey, Rori

Language/Cultural Origin: Gaelic

Inherent Meaning: King

Spiritual Connotation: Worthy of Honor

Scripture: Psalm 97:11 TLB

Light is sown for the godly and joy for the good.

ROSALIND, Rosalea, Rosalee, Rosalia, Rosalin, Rosalina, Rosalinda, Rosalyn, Rosalynn, Roselynn, Rosetta, Rosette, Rosilyn, Roslyn, Rozália, Rozalee, Rozalie, Rozalin, Rozalyn, Rozlyn

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: Beautiful Rose

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: Psalm 49:3 NKJV

My mouth shall speak wisdom, and the meditation of my heart shall give understanding.

ROSAMOND, Rosamund

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Guardian

Spiritual Connotation: Protector of Truth

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:20 NASB

Guard what has been entrusted to you, avoiding worldly and empty chatter and the opposing arguments of what is falsely called knowledge.

ROSCOE, Rosco

Language/Cultural Origin: Old Norse

Inherent Meaning: From the Deer Forest

Spiritual Connotation: Discerning

Scripture: Proverbs 2:11 NLT

Wise planning will watch over you. Understanding will keep you safe.

ROSE, Rosa, Rosey, Rosi, Rosie, Rosy, Roza, Rozee, Rozy

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Rose

Spiritual Connotation: God’s Gracious Gift

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1 NKJV

The wilderness and the wasteland shall be glad for them, and the desert shall rejoice and blossom as the rose.

ROSEANNA, Rosana, Rosangela, Rosannah, Rose Ann, Rose Anne, Roseann, Roseannah, Rossana, Rossanna, Rozana, Rozangela, Rozanna, Rozeanne

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Rose

Spiritual Connotation: Gracious

Scripture: Psalm 111:4 NASB

He has made His wonders to be remembered; the LORD is gracious and compassionate.

ROSEMARY, Rosemaria, Rosemarie

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Dew of the Sea

Spiritual Connotation: Crowned

Scripture: Psalm 121:1-2 NASB

I will lift up my eyes to the mountains; from whence shall my help come? My help comes from the LORD, who made heaven and earth.

ROSINE, Rosina

Language/Cultural Origin: Italian

Inherent Meaning: Cherished

Spiritual Connotation: Bold

Scripture: Isaiah 41:13 NRSV

For I, the LORD your God, hold your right hand; it is I who say to you, “Do not fear, I will help you.”

ROSS, Roess

Language/Cultural Origin: Gaelic

Inherent Meaning: Knight

Spiritual Connotation: Victorious Spirit

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:57 NKJV

But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.

ROWEN, Rowan

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Red

Spiritual Connotation: Purchased

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:18-19 NKJV

You were not redeemed with corruptible things, . . . but with the precious blood of Christ, as of a lamb without blemish and without spot.

ROWENA, Rowina

Language/Cultural Origin: Welsh

Inherent Meaning: Peaceful

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: Proverbs 24:3 NKJV

Through wisdom a house is built, and by understanding it is established.

ROXANNE, Roxana, Roxane, Roxann, Roxanna, Roxi, Roxie, Roxy

Language/Cultural Origin: Persian

Inherent Meaning: Sunrise

Spiritual Connotation: Heavenly Light

Scripture: Psalm 113:3 NRSV

From the rising of the sun to its setting the name of the LORD is to be praised.

ROY, Roi

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: King

Spiritual Connotation: Seeker of Wisdom

Scripture: Psalm 119:34 NRSV

Give me understanding, that I may keep your law and observe it with my whole heart.

ROYCE, Roice

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Son of the King

Spiritual Connotation: Tranquil Spirit

Scripture: Matthew 5:9 NKJV

Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.

ROZEN, Roszen

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Ruler

Spiritual Connotation: Gifted

Scripture: Proverbs 28:2 NRSV

When a land rebels it has many rulers; but with an intelligent ruler there is lasting order.

RUANA, Ruanna (see also Roanna)

Language/Cultural Origin: Indo-Pakistani

Inherent Meaning: Stringed Instrument

Spiritual Connotation: Joyful Praise

Scripture: Psalm 108:2 NASB

Awake, harp and lyre; I will awaken the dawn!

RUBY, Rubey, Rubi, Rubia, Rubie

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Beautiful Jewel

Spiritual Connotation: Full of Grace

Scripture: Psalm 26:3 NKJV

For Your lovingkindness is before my eyes, and I have walked in Your truth.

RUDOLPH, Rudi, Rudy

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Great and Famous

Spiritual Connotation: Resourceful

Scripture: Exodus 31:3 NKJV

And I have filled him with the Spirit of God, in wisdom, in understanding, in knowledge, and in all manner of workmanship.

RUFUS, Ruffus

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Red-Haired

Spiritual Connotation: Excellent Virtue

Scripture: Zechariah 7:9 NLT

This is what the LORD Almighty says: Judge fairly and honestly, and show mercy and kindness to one another.

RUNE, Roone

Language/Cultural Origin: Swedish

Inherent Meaning: Secret

Spiritual Connotation: Guarded of God

Scripture: Psalm 91:4 TLB

He will shield you with his wings! They will shelter you. His faithful promises are your armor.

RUPERT, see Robert

RURI, Rurika, Ruriko

Language/Cultural Origin: Japanese

Inherent Meaning: Emerald

Spiritual Connotation: Future Hope

Scripture: Revelation 21:19 NASB

The foundation stones of the city wall were adorned with every kind of precious stone.

RUSH, Rusch

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Redhead

Spiritual Connotation: Strength

Scripture: Genesis 25:25 NASB

Now the first came forth red, all over like a hairy garment; and they named him Esau.

RUSSELL, Russ, Russel, Rusty

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Redhead

Spiritual Connotation: Trusting

Scripture: Psalm 143:8 RSV

Let me hear in the morning of thy steadfast love, for in thee I put my trust. Teach me the way I should go, for to thee I lift up my soul.

RUTH, Ruthann, Ruthanne, Ruthe, Ruthey, Ruthie

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Companion

Spiritual Connotation: Faithful

Scripture: Psalm 119:73 NKJV

Your hands have made me and fashioned me; give me understanding, that I may learn Your commandments.

RUTHERFORD, Rutherforde

Language/Cultural Origin: Scottish

Inherent Meaning: From the Cattle Ford

Spiritual Connotation: Vigilant

Scripture: Proverbs 22:12 NKJV

The eyes of the LORD preserve knowledge, but He overthrows the words of the faithless.

RUTLEDGE, Rutlege

Language/Cultural Origin: Scandinavian

Inherent Meaning: From the Red Land

Spiritual Connotation: Loyal

Scripture: Isaiah 38:3 NKJV

Remember now, O LORD, I pray, how I have walked before You in truth and with a loyal heart, and have done what is good in Your sight.

RUZA, Runzena, Ruzenka, Ruzina, Ruzsa

Language/Cultural Origin: Czech

Inherent Meaning: Rose

Spiritual Connotation: Lovely

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1 NKJV

The wilderness and the wasteland shall be glad for them, and the desert shall rejoice and blossom as the rose.

RYAN, Rhyan, Rhyne, Rian, Riann, Ryann, Ryanne, Ryen, Ryne, Ryon (see also Rhian)

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Little Ruler

Spiritual Connotation: Youthful Heart

Scripture: Zechariah 8:5 NLT

And the streets of the city will be filled with boys and girls at play.

S

SABA, Sabah, Sabbah (see also Shaba)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Oath of God

Spiritual Connotation: Promise

Scripture: Romans 11:27 NLT

And then I will keep my covenant with them and take away their sins.

SABER, Sabre

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Sword

Spiritual Connotation: Spiritual Warrior

Scripture: Ephesians 6:17 NKJV

And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.

SABINA, Sabinna, Sebina, Sebinah

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Planter of Vines

Spiritual Connotation: Spiritual Discernment

Scripture: Philippians 1:9 NRSV

And this is my prayer, that your love may overflow more and more with knowledge and full insight.

SABIYA, Sabaya

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Morning

Spiritual Connotation: Lovely

Scripture: Psalm 50:1 NRSV

The mighty one, God the LORD, speaks and summons the earth from the rising of the sun to its setting.

SABLE, Sabel

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Sleek

Spiritual Connotation: Prudent

Scripture: Ephesians 5:16 NCV

Use every chance you have for doing good, because these are evil times.

SABRA, Sabrah, Sabriya

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Cactus

Spiritual Connotation: Joyful

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1 NKJV

The wilderness and the wasteland shall be glad for them, and the desert shall rejoice and blossom as the rose.

SABRINA, Sabreena, Sabrinna, Sebrina, Zabreena, Zabrina

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Boundary

Spiritual Connotation: Protected, Guarded

Scripture: Psalm 104:9 NCV

You set borders for the seas that they cannot cross, so water will never cover the earth again.

SADANNA, Sadana, Sadhana

Language/Cultural Origin: Indo-Pakistani

Inherent Meaning: Devotion

Spiritual Connotation: Persistent

Scripture: Psalm 119:97 NRSV

Oh, how I love your law! It is my meditation all day long.

SADIE, Sáde, Sadé, Sadee, Saydee

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Princess

Spiritual Connotation: Beautiful

Scripture: Psalm 45:13 NIV

All glorious is the princess within her chamber; her gown is interwoven with gold.

SADIYA, Sadeea, Sadia, Sadya

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Fortunate

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Isaiah 3:10 RSV

Tell the righteous that it shall be well with them, for they shall eat the fruit of their deeds.

SAFARI, Safáree, Safaria, Safarya

Language/Cultural Origin: Swahili

Inherent Meaning: Born While Traveling

Spiritual Connotation: Promise

Scripture: Jeremiah 31:8 NASB

And I will gather them from the remote parts of the earth . . . The woman with child and she who is in labor with child, together; a great company, they will return here.

SAFFORD, Saford

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle English

Inherent Meaning: From the Place of the

Willow-River Crossing

Spiritual Connotation: Beloved

Scripture: 1 John 4:9 NCV

This is how God showed his love to us: He sent his one and only Son into the world so that we could have life through him.

SAFFRON, Saffrón

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Flower

Spiritual Connotation: Valuable Spice

Scripture: Proverbs 4:9 NCV

[Wisdom] will be like flowers in your hair and like a beautiful crown on your head.

SAGE, Saige

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Wise

Spiritual Connotation: Discerning

Scripture: Proverbs 14:8 NRSV

It is the wisdom of the clever to understand where they go, but the folly of fools misleads.

SAHARA, Saharah

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Wilderness

Spiritual Connotation: Strengthened

Scripture: Isaiah 32:16 NLT

Justice will rule in the wilderness and righteousness in the fertile field.

SAKARI, Sakaree

Language/Cultural Origin: Indo-Pakistani

Inherent Meaning: Heart of Sweetness

Spiritual Connotation: Forgiving

Scripture: Job 42:10 NASB

And the LORD restored the fortunes of Job when he prayed for his friends, and the LORD increased all that Job had twofold.

SAKURA, Sakhura

Language/Cultural Origin: Japanese

Inherent Meaning: Cherry Blossom

Spiritual Connotation: Promise

Scripture: Deuteronomy 1:25 NLT

They picked some of its fruit and brought it back to us. And they reported that the land the LORD our God had given us was indeed a good land.

SALAAM, see Selam

SALIM, Saleem, Salím

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Safe

Spiritual Connotation: Shielded

Scripture: Psalm 28:9 TLB

Defend your people, Lord; defend and bless your chosen ones. Lead them like a shepherd and carry them forever in your arms.

SALINA, Salena, Saleena (see also Selena)

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Dignified

Spiritual Connotation: Delivered

Scripture: Leviticus 26:13 TLB

For I am the Lord your God. . . . I have broken your chains so that you can walk with dignity.

SALLY, Sallee, Salley, Salli, Sallie

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Princess

Spiritual Connotation: Beloved

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9 NRSV

But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s own people, in order that you may proclaim the mighty acts of him who called you out of darkness into his marvelous light.

SALMAN, Salamen, Salmun (see also Solomon)

Language/Cultural Origin: Czech

Inherent Meaning: Serenity

Spiritual Connotation: Strong in Character

Scripture: Hebrews 12:11 RSV

For the moment all discipline seems painful rather than pleasant; later it yields the peaceful fruit of righteousness to those who have been trained by it.

SALOME, Saloma, Salomé

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Peaceful

Spiritual Connotation: Restful

Scripture: Mark 4:39 NIV

He got up, rebuked the wind and said to the waves, “Quiet! Be still!” Then the wind died down and it was completely calm.

SALVADOR, Sal, Salvadore, Salvatore

Language/Cultural Origin: Italian

Inherent Meaning: Savior

Spiritual Connotation: Faithful

Scripture: Hosea 13:4 NIV

You shall acknowledge no God but me, no Savior except me.

SAMANTHA, Sam, Samanthia, Sami, Sammantha, Semantha, Simantha, Symantha

Language/Cultural Origin: Aramaic

Inherent Meaning: Listener

Spiritual Connotation: Attentive to God’sVoice

Scripture: Job 22:28 NLT

Whatever you decide to do will be accomplished, and light will shine on the road ahead of you.

SAMARA, Samarra, Samira, Sammara, Samora

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Guarded by God

Spiritual Connotation: Proven Faithful

Scripture: Revelation 3:10 TLB

Because you have patiently obeyed me despite the persecution, therefore I will protect you from the time of Great Tribulation.

SAMINA, Sameena, Samayna

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Praised

Spiritual Connotation: Honorable

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:17 TLB

Show respect for everyone. Love Christians everywhere. Fear God and honor the government.

SAMONA, see Simona

SAMSON, Sam, Sampson

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Like the Sun

Spiritual Connotation: Strength of Spirit

Scripture: Psalm 33:16 NASB

The king is not saved by a mighty army; a warrior is not delivered by great strength.

SAMUEL, Sam, Samm, Sammie, Sammuel, Sammy, Samuele

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Has Heard

Spiritual Connotation: Instructed of God

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:20 NASB

Hannah . . . gave birth to a son; and she named him “Samuel,” saying, “Because I have asked him of the LORD .”

SANBORN, Sanborne, Sandbourne

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Sandy Brook

Spiritual Connotation: Defender of the Faith

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 8:6 NLT

But we know that there is only one God, the Father. . . . And there is only one Lord, Jesus Christ.

SANCHO, Sanchez

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Sanctified

Spiritual Connotation: Appointed of God

Scripture: Nehemiah 9:6 NKJV

You alone are the LORD ; You have made heaven . . . with all their host, the earth and everything on it.

SANCIA, Sancha, Sanchia, Sancie, Sanzia

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: Holy

Spiritual Connotation: Chosen

Scripture: Leviticus 20:26 NRSV

You shall be holy to me; for I the LORD am holy, and I have separated you from the other peoples to be mine.

SANDERS, Sander, Sándor, Sandey, Sandy, Saunder, Saunders

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Defender

Spiritual Connotation: Beloved

Scripture: Psalm 119:18 NRSV

Open my eyes, so that I may behold wondrous things out of your law.

SANDRA, Sahndra, Sandee, Sandi, Sandie, Sandrea, Sandreea, Sandreia, Sandria, Sandy, Saundra, Sondra, Sonndra (see also Xandra, Zandra)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Defender

Spiritual Connotation: Guardian of Truth

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:20 NLT

Guard what God has entrusted to you. Avoid godless, foolish discussions with those who oppose you with their so-called knowledge.

SANFORD, Sandford

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Place of theSandy River Crossing

Spiritual Connotation: Gentle

Scripture: Matthew 11:29 NKJV

Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.

SANTIAGO, Sántiago

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: Saint

Spiritual Connotation: Gifted

Scripture: Ephesians 4:12 NCV

Christ gave those gifts to prepare God’s holy people for the work of serving, to make the body of Christ stronger.

SANYA, Sania, Saniya

Language/Cultural Origin: Indo-Pakistani

Inherent Meaning: Born on Saturday

Spiritual Connotation: Believer

Scripture: John 14:6 NKJV

Jesus said to him, “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me.”

SAPPHIRA, Safire, Saffire, Sapphire

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Gem

Spiritual Connotation: Precious

Scripture: Proverbs 8:11 NKJV

For wisdom is better than rubies, and all the things one may desire cannot be compared with her.

SARAH, Saara, Saarah, Sahra, Sara, Sarai, Sarra, Sarrah, Sharai, Sharaiah, Sharaya, Sharayah (see also Soraya, Zara)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Princess

Spiritual Connotation: Beloved

Scripture: Psalm 45:13 NIV

All glorious is the princess within her chamber; her gown is interwoven with gold.

SARIYA, Sareeya

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Night Clouds

Spiritual Connotation: Guided of God

Scripture: Exodus 13:22 NLT

And the LORD did not remove the pillar of cloud or pillar of fire from their sight.

SASHA, Sacha, Sascha, Sashah, Sashana, Sashia, Sashka, Sausha, Shasha, Shashia, Zasha

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian

Inherent Meaning: Defender of Mankind

Spiritual Connotation: Heart of God

Scripture: Deuteronomy 10:18 TLB

He gives justice to the fatherless and widows. He loves foreigners and gives them food and clothing.

SASON, Sasóne, Sassón

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Delight

Spiritual Connotation: Godly

Scripture: Psalm 37:4 NKJV

Delight yourself also in the LORD, and He shall give you the desires of your heart.

SATIN, Sattin

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Smooth

Spiritual Connotation: Freedom

Scripture: John 8:32 KJV

And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.

SAUL, Saül, Sol

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Asked-For

Spiritual Connotation: God’s Blessing

Scripture: Isaiah 44:3 NCV

I will pour out water for the thirsty land and make streams flow on dry land. I will pour out my Spirit into your children and my blessing on your descendants.

SAVANNAH, Sahvannah, Savana, Savanah, Savanna, Savauna, Sevana, Sevanah, Sevanna

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: From the Treeless Plain

Spiritual Connotation: Cherished

Scripture: James 4:8 NKJV

Draw near to God and He will draw near to you.

SAVILLE, Savill, Seville, Sevilla

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: From the Willow Village

Spiritual Connotation: Trusting

Scripture: Psalm 143:8 NLT

Let me hear of your unfailing love to me in the morning, for I am trusting you. Show me where to walk, for I have come to you in prayer.

SAWYER, Soiyer

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Wood Worker

Spiritual Connotation: Gifted

Scripture: Exodus 31:3 NKJV

And I have filled him with the Spirit of God, in wisdom, in understanding, in knowledge, and in all manner of workmanship.

SAXON, Sax, Saxen

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle English

Inherent Meaning: Swordsman

Spiritual Connotation: Valorous

Scripture: Ephesians 6:17 NCV

Accept God’s salvation as your helmet, and take the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.

SCHAFER, Schaefer, Shäffer, Shayfer

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Shepherd

Spiritual Connotation: Leader

Scripture: John 10:14 NKJV

I am the good shepherd; and I know My sheep, and am known by My own.

SCHUYLER, see Skyler

SCOTT, Scot, Scottie, Scotty

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From Scotland

Spiritual Connotation: Temple of God

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:16 NRSV

Do you not know that you are God’s temple and that God’s Spirit dwells in you?

SEAN, Séan, Seán, Seane, Shaan (see also Shane, Shawn)

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: God Is Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Servant

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:10 NRSV

Like good stewards of the manifold grace of God, serve one another with whatever gift each of you has received.

SEANA, see Shauna

SEBASTIAN, Sabastien, Sébastien

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Venerable

Spiritual Connotation: Esteemed

Scripture: Philippians 2:13 NLT

For God is working in you, giving you the desire to obey him and the power to do what pleases him.

SEELEY, see Ceeley

SELAM, Saalam, Salaam, Selaam

Language/Cultural Origin: Ethiopian

Inherent Meaning: Peaceful

Spiritual Connotation: Content

Scripture: Philippians 4:7 RSV

And the peace of God, which passes all understanding, will keep your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

SELBY, Selbey

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Mansion

Spiritual Connotation: Child of God

Scripture: Acts 17:28 NRSV

For in him we live and move and have our being; as even some of your own poets have said, for we too are his offspring.

SELENA, Selenia, Selina, Selyna, Sylena, Sylina (see also Salina)

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Fair as the Moon

Spiritual Connotation: Full of Wisdom

Scripture: Matthew 10:20 NLT

For it won’t be you doing the talking—it will be the Spirit of your Father speaking through you.

SELMA, Selmah, Zelma

Language/Cultural Origin: Celtic

Inherent Meaning: Divinely Protected

Spiritual Connotation: Enlightened Spirit

Scripture: Luke 12:31 NKJV

But seek the kingdom of God, and all these things shall be added to you.

SEQUOIA, Seqora, Sequora, Sequoya

Language/Cultural Origin: Cherokee

Inherent Meaning: Redwood Tree

Spiritual Connotation: Filled With Praise

Scripture: Psalm 96:12 NCV

Let the fields and everything in them rejoice. Then all the trees of the forest will sing for joy.

SERAPHINA, Sarafina, Saraphina, Serafina, Syrafina

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Ardent

Spiritual Connotation: Zealous

Scripture: Psalm 42:8 NRSV

By day the LORD commands his steadfast love, and at night his song is with me, a prayer to the God of my life.

SERENA, Sarina, Sereena, Serenah, Serenna, Serenity

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Secure

Spiritual Connotation: Content

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:12 NCV

Now we did not receive the spirit of the world, but we received the Spirit that is from God so that we can know all that God has given us.

SERGEI, Serg, Serge, Sergey, Sergio, Sergios, Sirgio, Sirgios

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian

Inherent Meaning: Servant

Spiritual Connotation: Humble

Scripture: Mark 10:43 NKJV

Whoever desires to become great among you shall be your servant.

SETH, Sethe

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Appointed of God

Spiritual Connotation: Chosen

Scripture: James 2:5 NLT

Hasn’t God chosen the poor in this world to be rich in faith? Aren’t they the ones who will inherit the kingdom God promised to those who love him?

SHABA, Shahba (see also Saba)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hispanic

Inherent Meaning: Rose

Spiritual Connotation: Virtuous

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1 NKJV

The wilderness and the wasteland shall be glad for them, and the desert shall rejoice and blossom as the rose.

SHAE, see Shea

SHAELA, Shaila, Shalah, Shaylah, Shaylan, Shaylea, Shaylee, Shaylie, Shaylin, Shaylyn, Shaylynn

Language/Cultural Origin: Afghani

Inherent Meaning: Lovely Eyes

Spiritual Connotation: Beautiful

Scripture: Song of Songs 4:1 RSV

Behold, you are beautiful, my love, behold, you are beautiful! Your eyes are doves behind your veil.

SHAINA, Shaena, Shainah, Shainna, Shayna

Language/Cultural Origin: Yiddish

Inherent Meaning: Beautiful

Spiritual Connotation: Witness

Scripture: Romans 10:15 NRSV

How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news!

SHAKARA, Shacara, Shaccara, Shakkara

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Pure

Spiritual Connotation: Innocent

Scripture: Titus 1:15 NKJV

To the pure all things are pure.

SHAKIA, Shakeeya, Shakeya, Shakiya, Shaqiya, Shaquiya, Shekeeya, Shekia

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Season’s Beginning

Spiritual Connotation: Miraculous

Scripture: Genesis 1:14 NCV

Let there be lights in the sky to separate day from night. These lights will be used for signs, seasons, days, and years.

SHAKILA, Shakaela, Shakeela, Shaquilla, Shekaela, Shequilla, Shikeela, Shiquilla

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Pretty

Spiritual Connotation: Beautiful

Scripture: Proverbs 31:30 NRSV

Charm is deceitful, and beauty is vain, but a woman who fears the LORD is to be praised.

SHAKIRA, Shaakira, Shakeira, Shakira, Shakiria

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Grateful

Spiritual Connotation: Unifier

Scripture: Colossians 3:15 NASB

And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body; and be thankful.

SHALANA, Shalaina, Shalauna, Shelanna, Shilauna

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Attractive

Spiritual Connotation: Peaceful

Scripture: Isaiah 26:3 NLT

You will keep in perfect peace all who trust in you, whose thoughts are fixed on you!

SHALMAN, Shalmon

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Peacemaker

Spiritual Connotation: Pure

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:14 NCV

Dear friends, since you are waiting for this to happen, do your best to be without sin and without fault. Try to be at peace with God.

SHALOM, Salóm, Shalum, Sholome

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Peace

Spiritual Connotation: Hopeful

Scripture: Romans 12:18 NKJV

If it is possible, as much as depends on you, live peaceably with all men.

SHAMARA, Shamarah, Shamarra, Shammara

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Prepared for Battle

Spiritual Connotation: Vigilant

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:8 NLT

And if the bugler doesn’t sound a clear call, how will the soldiers know they are being called to battle?

SHAMIR, Shahmir, Shameer

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Precious Stone

Spiritual Connotation: Invaluable

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 32:27 NCV

He made treasuries for his silver, gold, gems, spices, shields, and other valuable things.

SHAMIRA, Shamiria

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Precious Stone

Spiritual Connotation: Destined

Scripture: Zechariah 9:16 RSV

On that day the LORD their God will save them for they are the flock of his people; for like the jewels of a crown they shall shine on his land.

SHAMMAI, Shamai, Shammae,

Shammay, Shammei

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Appraiser

Spiritual Connotation: Discerning

Scripture: Revelation 4:11 NASB

Worthy are You, our Lord and our God, to receive glory and honor and power; for You created all things.

SHANA, SHANAE, see Shauna

SHANAHAN, Shannahan

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Wise

Spiritual Connotation: Gifted

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:28 NRSV

All Israel heard of the judgment that the king had rendered; and they stood in awe of the king, because they perceived that the wisdom of God was in him.

SHANDRA, see Chandra

SHANE, Shaine, Shayne (see also Sean, Shawn)

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: God Is Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Redeemed

Scripture: Hebrews 2:9 NCV

But we see Jesus . . . wearing a crown of glory and honor because he suffered and died. And by God’s grace, he died for everyone.

SHANEISHA, Shaneesha, Shanesha, Shaneshia, Shanisha, Shannisa

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Beautiful

Spiritual Connotation: Witness

Scripture: Romans 10:15 NLT

How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news!

SHANEL, see Chanel

SHANEQUA, Shaneequa, Shaniqua

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: God Is Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Anointed

Scripture: Colossians 1:6 TLB

The same Good News that came to you is going out all over the world and changing lives everywhere.

SHANLEY, Shanlea, Shanlee, Shanleigh, Shanly

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Child of the Hero

Spiritual Connotation: Mature

Scripture: Proverbs 23:24 NRSV

The father of the righteous will greatly rejoice; he who begets a wise son will be glad in him.

SHANNA, see Shauna

SHANNON, Shanan, Shannan, Shannen, Shannin, Shannyn, Shanon

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Wise

Spiritual Connotation: Inspired of God

Scripture: Matthew 10:20 TLB

For it won’t be you doing the talking—it will be the Spirit of your heavenly Father speaking through you!

SHANTAE, Jhontae, Jhontay, Jontae, Jontáe, Jonté, Jontée, Shanta, Shantai, Shantay, Shantaya, Shanté, Shantée (see also Chante)

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Singer

Spiritual Connotation: Joyful

Scripture: Psalm 101:1 NLT

I will sing of your love and justice. I will praise you, LORD, with songs.

SHANTEL, Shantell, Shanntell, Shantal, Shantrell, Shauntel, Shauntell, Shauntelle (see also Chantal)

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Song

Spiritual Connotation: Spirit of Worship

Scripture: Psalm 13:6 NLT

I will sing to the LORD because he has been so good to me.

SHAQUANDA, Shaquana, Shaquandra, Shaquani, Shaquanna

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Wanderer

Spiritual Connotation: Seeker of Truth

Scripture: Matthew 6:33 KJV

But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.

SHAQUILLE, Shaquile

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Handsome

Spiritual Connotation: Attractive

Scripture: Song of Songs 1:16 NKJV

Behold, you are handsome, my beloved!

SHAREEF, Sharéf, Sharíf, Shariff

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Honest

Spiritual Connotation: Eternal

Scripture: Proverbs 12:19 RSV

Truthful lips endure for ever, but a lying tongue is but for a moment.

SHARI, Sharaé, Sharee, Shareen, Sharene, Sharie, Sharree, Sharrie, Sheeree, Sheree, Sheri, Sherie, Sherri, Sherrie (see also Cherie)

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Dearest

Spiritual Connotation: Cherished

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:8 TLB

We loved you dearly—so dearly that we gave you not only God’s message, but our own lives too.

SHARICE, see Cherise

SHARISSA, see Charissa

SHARLEEN, see Charleen

SHARMAIN, see Charmain

SHARON, Shaara, Shaaron, Sharen, Sharona, Sharone, Sharonna, Sharra, Sharran, Sharren, Sharron, Sharyn, Sheronna, Sherryn (see also Cheran)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Floral Plain

Spiritual Connotation: Vision of Beauty

Scripture: Song of Songs 2:1 NASB

I am the rose of Sharon, the lily of the valleys.

SHAULA, Shaola, Shala

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Borrowed

Spiritual Connotation: Dedicated

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:28 NLT

Now I am giving him to the LORD, and he will belong to the LORD his whole life.

SHAUNA, Seana, Seandra, Seanna, Shaana, Shana, Shanea, Shanna, Shannah, Shannay, Shannea, Shaunah, Shaundel, Shaundell, Shaundelle, Shaunelle, Shaunia, Shaunna, Shauntrel, Shauntrell, Shaunya, Shawna, Shawndel, Shawndelle, Shawndrelle, Shawnelle, Shawnna, Shawntel, Shawntelle, Shawntreice, Shona, Shonah, Shonda, Shondel, Shondelle, Shonelle, Shonna, Shonnika, Shonta, Shontá, Shontara, Shontasya, Shonte, Shonté, Shontel, Shontelle, Shontrail, Shontreece, Shunna, Shunnel, Shunnelle, Shunta, Shuntel, Shuntelle, Shuntia

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: God Is Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Accountable

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:10 NRSV

Like good stewards of the manifold grace of God, serve one another with whatever gift each of you has received.

SHAVON, see Chavon

SHAWN, Shaughn, Shaune, Shaunn, Shawne, Shawnn, Shawon (see also Sean, Shane)

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: God Is Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Forgiven

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 30:9 NKJV

For the LORD your God is gracious and merciful, and will not turn His face from you if you return to Him.

SHAY, see Shea

SHAYLA, see Shaela

SHAYNA, see Shaina

SHEA, Shae, Shaelea, Shaelee, Shaeleigh, Shaelyn, Shaena, Shaeya, Shaia, Shay, Shaya, Shaye, Shayia, Shealy, Shéana, Sheanna, Shey

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: From the Fairy Palace

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Ephesians 3:20 NCV

With God’s power working in us, God can do much, much more than anything we can ask or imagine.

SHEENA, Sheenah, Sheenna, Sheina, Shena

Language/Cultural Origin: Scottish

Inherent Meaning: God Is Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Instrument of Grace

Scripture: Joel 2:13 TLB

Let your remorse tear at your hearts and not your garments. Return to the Lord your God, for he is gracious and merciful.

SHEILA, Sheela, Sheelah, Sheilah, Shiela, Shyla

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Blind

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: Psalm 111:10 RSV

The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom.

SHELBY, Shelbee, Shelbey, Shelbie, Shellby

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Estate on the Slope

Spiritual Connotation: Faithful Steward

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:2 NCV

Now in this way those who are trusted with something valuable must show they are worthy of that trust.

SHELDON, Shelden, Sheldin

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle English

Inherent Meaning: From the Steep Valley

Spiritual Connotation: Man of Virtue

Scripture: Ezekiel 36:27 NRSV

I will put my spirit within you, and make you follow my statutes and be careful to observe my ordinances.

SHELLEY, Shelee, Sheley, Shellee, Shelli, Shellie, Shelly

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Meadow on the Slope

Spiritual Connotation: Walks With God

Scripture: John 15:5 NRSV

I am the vine, you are the branches. Those who abide in me and I in them bear much fruit, because apart from me you can do nothing.

SHELTON, Shelten

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle English

Inherent Meaning: From the Edge of Town

Spiritual Connotation: Divinely Bestowed

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:12 RSV

Now we have received not the spirit of the world, but the Spirit which is from God.

SHEM, Shemm

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Reputation

Spiritual Connotation: Honest

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:21 NRSV

We intend to do what is right not only in the Lord’s sight but also in the sight of others.

SHERIDAN, Sherridan

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Ambitious

Spiritual Connotation: Free in Spirit

Scripture: Job 33:4 NKJV

The Spirit of God has made me, and the breath of the Almighty gives me life.

SHERIKA, Shereka, Sherica, Shericka, Sherrika

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Easterner

Spiritual Connotation: Stranger

Scripture: Isaiah 43:5 NKJV

Fear not, for I am with you; I will bring your descendants from the east.

SHERMAN, Scherman, Shermann

Language/Cultural Origin: Anglo-Saxon

Inherent Meaning: Sheepshearer

Spiritual Connotation: Gifted of God

Scripture: James 1:17 NASB

Every good thing given and every perfect gift is from above.

SHERROD, Sherod, Sherrard, Sherrodd

Language/Cultural Origin: Anglo-Saxon

Inherent Meaning: Clearer of Land

Spiritual Connotation: Messenger

Scripture: John 4:35 TLB

Look around you! Vast fields of human souls are ripening all around us, and are ready now for reaping.

SHERWIN, Sherwyn

Language/Cultural Origin: Anglo-Saxon

Inherent Meaning: Swift Runner

Spiritual Connotation: Steady Judgment

Scripture: Psalm 103:6 NLT

The LORD gives righteousness and justice to all who are treated unfairly.

SHERYL, Sharilyn, Sharyl, Sherey, Sheri, Sheril, Sherill, Sherleen, Sherrey, Sherri, Sherrie, Sherril, Sherrilynn, Sherryl (see also Cheryl, Shari)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Dearest

Spiritual Connotation: Treasured

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:7 NRSV

Cast all your anxiety on him, because he cares for you.

SHIANTE, Shianda, Shianna, Shianne, Shianta, Shianté, Shyanna, Shyanne, Shyenna, Shyenne (see also Cheyenne, Shantae)

Language/Cultural Origin: Native American

Inherent Meaning: Tribe

Spiritual Connotation: Regenerated

Scripture: Ezekiel 11:19 NLT

And I will give them singleness of heart and put a new spirit within them. I will take away their hearts of stone and give them tender hearts instead.

SHILO, Shiloh

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God’s Gift

Spiritual Connotation: Precious Sacrifice

Scripture: Genesis 49:10 NASB

The scepter shall not depart from Judah, nor the ruler’s staff from between his feet, until Shiloh comes.

SHIONA, Shéona, Sheyona

Language/Cultural Origin: Scottish

Inherent Meaning: God Is Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Redeemed

Scripture: Titus 2:11 NLT

For the grace of God has been revealed, bringing salvation to all people.

SHIRLEY, Sherlee, Shirlee

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Bright Meadow

Spiritual Connotation: Happiness of Heart

Scripture: 1 John 4:12 NRSV

No one has ever seen God; if we love one another, God lives in us, and his love is perfected in us.

SHONA, Shonda, see Shauna

SIBLEY, Siblee, Sibleigh, Syblie

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle English

Inherent Meaning: Friendly

Spiritual Connotation: Reverent

Scripture: Psalm 25:14 NRSV

The friendship of the LORD is for those who fear him, and he makes his covenant known to them.

SIDNEY, Cyd, Cydna, Cydnee, Cydney, Sidanni, Sidona, Sidonia, Sidonio, Sidony, Sydna, Sydnee, Sydney, Sydnie, Sydonia (see also Cid)

Language/Cultural Origin: Old French

Inherent Meaning: From St. Denis, France

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Psalm 32:11 RSV

Be glad in the LORD, and rejoice, O righteous, and shout for joy, all you upright in heart!

SIEGFRIED, Seifert, Siegfred, Sig (see also Zigfrid)

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Victorious Peace

Spiritual Connotation: Grateful

Scripture: Colossians 3:15 NASB

And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body; and be thankful.

SIERRA, Ciaara, Ciara, Ciera, Siaara, Siara, Siarra, Sieara, Siera

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Black

Spiritual Connotation: Pure

Scripture: 1 John 1:9 RSV

If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just, and will forgive our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness.

SIGMUND

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Victorious Protector

Spiritual Connotation: Guardian

Scripture: Psalm 3:3 RSV

But thou, O LORD, art a shield about me, my glory, and the lifter of my head.

SIGOURNEY, Sigourny

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Conqueror

Spiritual Connotation: Victor

Scripture: Romans 8:37 NKJV

Yet in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us.

SILAS, Sylas

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: From the Forest

Spiritual Connotation: Steadfast in Trust

Scripture: Proverbs 29:25 TLB

Fear of man is a dangerous trap, but to trust in God means safety.

SILVIA, see Sylvia

SIMBA, Symba

Language/Cultural Origin: Swahili

Inherent Meaning: Lion

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Numbers 24:9 NIV

Like a lion they crouch and lie down, like a lioness—who dares to rouse them? May those who bless you be blessed and those who curse you be cursed!

SIMON, Shimon, Shimóne, Simeon, Simion, Simmons, Symon

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Heard

Spiritual Connotation: Diligent

Scripture: Psalm 61:5 NASB

For You have heard my vows, O God; You have given me the inheritance of those who fear Your name.

SIMONE, Samona, Simmona, Simmone, Simoane, Simona, Simonne, Symone

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: God Hears

Spiritual Connotation: Steadfast

Scripture: John 8:26 NKJV

He who sent Me is true; and I speak to the world those things which I heard from Him.

SINCLAIR, Sinclaire

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Prayer

Spiritual Connotation: Heavenly Minded

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-17 NCV

Always be joyful. Pray continually.

SINEAD, Sineád

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: God Is Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Psalm 67:1 NRSV

May God be gracious to us and bless us and make his face to shine upon us.

SIONA, Siauna, Siaunna, Sionna

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Apex

Spiritual Connotation: Productive

Scripture: Colossians 3:23 NLT

Work hard and cheerfully at whatever you do, as though you were working for the Lord rather than for people.

SKEETER, Skeet

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Fast

Spiritual Connotation: Efficient

Scripture: 2 Kings 1:11 NKJV

Man of God, thus has the king said, “Come down quickly!”

SKELLY, Skelley

Language/Cultural Origin: Gaelic

Inherent Meaning: Storyteller

Spiritual Connotation: Treasurer ofKnowledge

Scripture: Exodus 10:2 NLT

You will be ab le to tell wonderful stories to your children and grandchildren about the marvelous things I am doing . . . to prove that I am the LORD .

SKIPPER, Skip, Skipp

Language/Cultural Origin: Old Norse

Inherent Meaning: Master of a Ship

Spiritual Connotation: Leader

Scripture: Psalm 104:26 NLT

See the ships sailing along, and Leviathan, which you made to play in the sea.

SKYE, Sky

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Supplier of Water

Spiritual Connotation: Miraculous Creation

Scripture: Psalm 19:1 NCV

The heavens tell the glory of God, and the skies announce what his hands have made.

SKYLER, Schuyler, Schylar, Schyler, Skyelar, Skyla, Skylah, Skylar, Skylee, Skylie, Skyllar, Skyller, Skylor

Language/Cultural Origin: Dutch

Inherent Meaning: Scholar

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: Romans 15:4 RSV

For whatever was written in former days was written for our instruction, that by steadfastness and by the encouragement of the scriptures we might have hope.

SLADE, Slayde

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Child of the Valley

Spiritual Connotation: Fearless

Scripture: Psalm 23:4 NASB

Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I fear no evil; for Thou art with me; Thy rod and Thy staff, they comfort me.

SLATER, Slaeter

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Roof Slater

Spiritual Connotation: Skilled

Scripture: Exodus 31:3 NKJV

And I have filled him with the Spirit of God, in wisdom, in understanding, in knowledge, and in all manner of workmanship.

SLOAN, Sloane

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Warrior

Spiritual Connotation: Victorious Spirit

Scripture: 1 John 5:4 RSV

For whatever is born of God overcomes the world; and this is the victory that overcomes the world, our faith.

SOCRATES, Socratis

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Learned

Spiritual Connotation: Brilliant

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:21 NCV

In the wisdom of God the world did not know God through its own wisdom. So God chose to use the message that sounds foolish to save those who believe.

SOLANA, Solanna, Soliana, Solianna

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: Sunshine

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Proverbs 4:18 NKJV

But the path of the just is like the shining sun, that shines ever brighter unto the perfect day.

SOLOMON, Salamun, Sol, Solaman, Sulaiman (see also Salman)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Peaceful

Spiritual Connotation: Where God Dwells

Scripture: Job 22:26 NKJV

For then you will have your delight in the Almighty, and lift up your face to God.

SOMMER, Summar, Summer

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Summer

Spiritual Connotation: Ordained

Scripture: Psalm 74:17 NIV

It was you who set all the boundaries of the earth; you made both summer and winter.

SONYA, Sonia, Sonja, Sonjia, Sunya

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian

Inherent Meaning: Wisdom

Spiritual Connotation: Spiritual Discernment

Scripture: Hebrews 5:14 NLT

Solid food is for those who are mature, who have trained themselves to recognize the difference between right and wrong and then do what is right.

SOPHIA, Sofi, Soffi, Sofia, Sofie, Sofiya, Sofya, Sophey, Sophi, Sophie, Zofia, Zophia

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Wisdom

Spiritual Connotation: Excellent Virtue

Scripture: James 1:5 NASB

But if any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all men generously and without reproach, and it will be given to him.

SORAYA, Sorayah, Suraya, Surayah

Language/Cultural Origin: Persian

Inherent Meaning: Princess

Spiritual Connotation: Beautiful

Scripture: Psalm 45:13 NIV

All glorious is the princess within her chamber; her gown is interwoven with gold.

SOREN, Sören

Language/Cultural Origin: Danish

Inherent Meaning: Thunder

Spiritual Connotation: Power of God

Scripture: Revelation 14:2 RSV

And I heard a voice from heaven like the sound of many waters and like the sound of loud thunder.

SOREL, Sorel, Sorell

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Reddish Brown

Spiritual Connotation: Witness

Scripture: Acts 4:12 TLB

There is salvation in no one else! Under all heaven there is no other name for men to call upon to save them.

SPENCER, Spence, Spenser

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Dispenser of Provisions

Spiritual Connotation: Faithful Steward

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1 NRSV

Think of us in this way, as servants of Christ and stewards of God’s mysteries.

SPIKE, Spyke

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Ear of Grain

Spiritual Connotation: Content

Scripture: Psalm 4:7 NLT

You have given me greater joy than those who have abundant harvests of grain and wine.

SPIRO, Spiros, Spyros

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Breath

Spiritual Connotation: One of Integrity

Scripture: Job 27:3-4 NLT

As long as I live, while I have breath from God, my lips will speak no evil, and my tongue will speak no lies.

SPRING

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Springtime

Spiritual Connotation: Renewed

Scripture: Psalm 72:6 NLT

May his reign be as refreshing as the springtime rains—like the showers that water the earth.

STACEY, Stacee, Stacia, Stacie, Stacy, Stasha, Stashia, Stasia, Stasya

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Resurrection

Spiritual Connotation: Strengthened

Scripture: Isaiah 40:31 NKJV

But those who wait on the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles, they shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint.

STAFFORD, Stafforde

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the RiverbankLanding

Spiritual Connotation: High Praise

Scripture: Psalm 98:8 NASB

Let the rivers clap their hands, let the mountains sing together for joy.

STAMOS, Staemos, Stémos

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Crowned

Spiritual Connotation: Exalted

Scripture: Hebrews 2:9 NCV

But we see Jesus . . . wearing a crown of glory and honor because he suffered and died. And by God’s grace, he died for everyone.

STANA, Stano, Stas, Stasik, Stasio

Language/Cultural Origin: Czech

Inherent Meaning: Stand of Glory

Spiritual Connotation: Rewarded

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:4 NRSV

And when the chief shepherd appears, you will win the crown of glory that never fades away.

STANFORD, Stamford

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the RockyRiverbank

Spiritual Connotation: Voice of God

Scripture: Proverbs 21:1 RSV

The king’s heart is a stream of water in the hand of the LORD ; he turns it wherever he will.

STANLEY, Stan, Stanlee

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the RockyMeadow

Spiritual Connotation: Sincere Devotion

Scripture: Colossians 1:23 NCV

You must not be moved away from the hope brought to you by the Good News that you heard.

STANTON, Stanten

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Stony Farm

Spiritual Connotation: Excellent Worth

Scripture: 1 John 2:10 NRSV

Whoever loves a brother or sister lives in the light, and in such a person there is no cause for stumb ling.

STARLING, Starrling

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Bird

Spiritual Connotation: Treasured

Scripture: Matthew 6:26 NLT

Look at the birds. . . . Your heavenly Father feeds them. And you are far more valuable to him than they are.

STASHA, see Stacey

STEADMAN, Stedman

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Landowner

Spiritual Connotation: Generous

Scripture: Acts 2:45 NLT

They sold their possessions and shared the proceeds with those in need.

STEFAN, Stefane, Stéfane, Stefano, Stefanos, Steffan, Steffon, Stefon, Stefón, Stefone, Stefóne (see also Stephen)

Language/Cultural Origin: Polish/Swedish

Inherent Meaning: Crowned

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: Proverbs 14:18 RSV

The prudent are crowned with knowledge.

STELLA, Stellar

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Star

Spiritual Connotation: Esteemed

Scripture: Psalm 91:11 NRSV

For he will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways.

STEPHEN, Steeve, Steeven, Stephan, Stephán, Stephon, Stephón, Stephone, Stevan, Steve, Steven, Stevens, Stevie (see also Stefan)

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Crowned

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:5 NASB

Also if anyone competes as an athlete, he does not win the prize unless he competes according to the rules.

STEPHANIE, Stafani, Stafanie, Staffany, Stefaney, Stefani, Stefany, Stefenie, Steffani, Steffanie, Steffi, Steffie, Stephana, Stephaney, Stephani, Stephania, Stephany, Stephanya, Stephenie, Stephi, Stephie, Stephney, Stephnie

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Crowned

Spiritual Connotation: Illuminated

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:9 NRSV

What no eye has seen, nor ear heard, nor the human heart conceived, what God has prepared for those who love him.

STERLING, Stirling

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle English

Inherent Meaning: Of Genuine Value

Spiritual Connotation: Excellent Worth

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:12 RSV

Now we have received not the spirit of the world, but the Spirit which is from God, that we might understand the gifts bestowed on us by God.

STEVEN, see Stephen

STING

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Spike of Grain

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Psalm 4:7 NLT

You have given me greater joy than those who have abundant harvests of grain and wine.

STOCKTON, Stokkton

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Town Full ofTree Stumps

Spiritual Connotation: Thankful

Scripture: Psalm 96:12 TLB

Praise him for the growing fields, for they display his greatness. Let the trees of the forest rustle with praise.

STORM, Stormy

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle English

Inherent Meaning: Turbulent

Spiritual Connotation: Courageous

Scripture: Psalm 145:18 RSV

The LORD is near to all who call upon him, to all who call upon him in truth.

STRATFORD, Strattford

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Bridge Over the River

Spiritual Connotation: Comforted

Scripture: Job 11:16 NLT

You will forget your misery. It will all be gone like water under the bridge.

STROM, Stromm

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Stream

Spiritual Connotation: Seeker of Truth

Scripture: Psalm 42:1 NCV

As a deer thirsts for streams of water, so I thirst for you, God.

STUART, Steward, Stewart, Stu

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Caretaker

Spiritual Connotation: Helpful Spirit

Scripture: Galatians 6:2 NCV

By helping each other with your troubles, you truly obey the law of Christ.

SUKE, Sukee, Sukée

Language/Cultural Origin: Hawaiian

Inherent Meaning: Lily

Spiritual Connotation: Adorned

Scripture: Luke 12:27 NLT

Look at the lilies and how they grow. They don’t work or make their clothing, yet Solomon in all his glory was not dressed as beautifully as they are.

SUKI, Sukie, Suky

Language/Cultural Origin: Japanese

Inherent Meaning: Beloved

Spiritual Connotation: Image of Christ

Scripture: 1 John 4:7 NCV

Dear friends, we should love each other, because love comes from God. Everyone who loves has become God’s child and knows God.

SULLIVAN, Sulley, Sullie, Sully

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Black-Eyed orHawk-Eyed

Spiritual Connotation: Deep Wisdom

Scripture: Proverbs 13:14 NASB

The teaching of the wise is a fountain of life, to turn aside from the snares of death.

SULTAN, Sultaan

Language/Cultural Origin: Swahili

Inherent Meaning: Ruler

Spiritual Connotation: Kind

Scripture: Proverbs 22:9 NRSV

Those who are generous are blessed, for they share their bread with the poor.

SUMIKO, Sumyko

Language/Cultural Origin: Japanese

Inherent Meaning: Lovely Child

Spiritual Connotation: Pleasing

Scripture: Proverbs 10:1 NRSV

A wise child makes a glad father.

SUMMER, see Sommer

SUMMIT, Summet

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Peak

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Luke 12:3 NLT

Whatever you have said in the dark will be heard in the light, and what you have whispered behind closed doors will be shouted from the housetops for all to hear!

SUNI, Sunni

Language/Cultural Origin: Zuni

Inherent Meaning: Native

Spiritual Connotation: Restored

Scripture: Zephaniah 3:20 TLB

At that time, I will gather you together and bring you home again, and give you a good name.

SUNNY, Sunney, Sunnie

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Cheerful

Spiritual Connotation: Peaceful

Scripture: Psalm 98:6 NLT

Make a joyful symphony before the LORD, the King!

SUSANNA, Suanne, Sue, Sueanne, Susan, Susana, Susanah, Susann, Susannah, Susanne, Susette, Susi, Susie, Suzan, Suzana, Suzann, Suzanna, Suzanne, Suzette, Suzi, Suzie, Suzy

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Graceful Lily

Spiritual Connotation: Purity

Scripture: Proverbs 4:18 NRSV

But the path of the righteous is like the light of dawn, which shines brighter and brighter until full day.

SUTHERLAND, Sutherlend

Language/Cultural Origin: Scandinavian

Inherent Meaning: Southern Land

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Psalm 85:1 NLT

LORD, you have poured out amazing blessings on your land! You have restored the fortunes of Israel.

SVEN, Svein, Swen

Language/Cultural Origin: Scandinavian

Inherent Meaning: Youth

Spiritual Connotation: Loving

Scripture: Proverbs 5:18 NKJV

Let your fountain be blessed, and rejoice with the wife of your youth.

SVETLANA, Sveta, Svetlania, Svetlanna, Svetlanya

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian

Inherent Meaning: Bright Light

Spiritual Connotation: Image of Christ

Scripture: Matthew 4:16 NCV

These people who live in darkness will see a great light. They live in a place covered with the shadows of death, but a light will shine on them.

SWALEY, Swailee, Swailey

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Winding Stream

Spiritual Connotation: Expectant

Scripture: Psalm 126:4 NLT

Restore our fortunes, LORD, as streams renew the desert.

SWINDEL, Swindell

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Valleyof the Pigs

Spiritual Connotation: Beloved

Scripture: 1 John 3:1 NKJV

Behold what manner of love the Father has bestowed on us, that we should be called children of God!

SYBIL, Cybel, Cybele, Cybil, Cybill, Sibbel, Sibbill, Sibel, Sibyl, Sybille

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Prophet

Spiritual Connotation: Chosen

Scripture: Joel 2:28 NRSV

Your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, your old men shall dream dreams, and your young men shall see visions.

SYDNEY, see Sidney

SYLVESTER, Silvester, Sylvain, Sylvestre

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: From the Forest

Spiritual Connotation: Strong in Spirit

Scripture: 1 Kings 8:61 NRSV

Therefore devote yourselves completely to the LORD our God, walking in his statutes and keeping his commandments.

SYLVIA, Silva, Silvana, Silvanna, Silvia, Sylvana, Sylvania, Sylvanna, Sylvanya, Sylvya

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: From the Forest

Spiritual Connotation: Dwelling in Spirit

Scripture: Psalm 138:8 NRSV

The LORD will fulfill his purpose for me; your steadfast love, O LORD, endures forever. Do not forsake the work of your hands.

T

TABER, Tabor, Taibor, Tayber

Language/Cultural Origin: Persian

Inherent Meaning: Drummer

Spiritual Connotation: Merry of Heart

Scripture: Proverbs 15:13 NASB

A joyful heart makes a cheerful face.

TABITHA, Tabatha, Tabathia, Tabby, Tabytha

Language/Cultural Origin: Aramaic

Inherent Meaning: Gazelle

Spiritual Connotation: Graceful

Scripture: Psalm 90:16 NCV

Show your servants the wonderful things you do; show your greatness to their children.

TACI, Tace, Tacee, Tacey, Tacia, Taciana, Tacianna, Tacie, Taceya

Language/Cultural Origin: Zuni

Inherent Meaning: Washtub

Spiritual Connotation: Forgiven

Scripture: Psalm 51:2 NKJV

Wash me thoroughly from my iniquity, and cleanse me from my sin.

TADAN, Taedan, Taidan

Language/Cultural Origin: Native American

Inherent Meaning: Plenty

Spiritual Connotation: Nourished

Scripture: Psalm 72:16 NLT

May there be abundant crops throughout the land, flourishing even on the mountaintops.

TAESHA, Taheisha, Tahisha, Taiesha, Taisha, Teisha, Tyeisha, Tyeshia, Tyishia (see also Tisha)

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Beautiful

Spiritual Connotation: Testimony

Scripture: Romans 10:15 NRSV

How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news!

TAGGERT, Taggart

Language/Cultural Origin: Gaelic

Inherent Meaning: Son of the Priest

Spiritual Connotation: Full of Life

Scripture: John 6:63 NLT

It is the Spirit who gives eternal life. Human effort accomplishes nothing. And the very words I have spoken to you are spirit and life.

TAJA, Taeja, Taija, Teijah, Tiájara

Language/Cultural Origin: Indo-Pakistani

Inherent Meaning: Crown

Spiritual Connotation: Child of God

Scripture: Zechariah 9:16 TLB

The Lord their God will save his people in that day, as a Shepherd caring for his sheep. They shall shine in his land as glittering jewels in a crown.

TAKENYA, Takenia

Language/Cultural Origin: Moquelumnan

Inherent Meaning: Swooping Hawk

Spiritual Connotation: Humble

Scripture: Job 39:26 NRSV

Is it by your wisdom that the hawk soars, and spreads its wings toward the south?

TAKARA, Takaria, Takarya, Taqara, Taqaria

Language/Cultural Origin: Japanese

Inherent Meaning: Beloved Jewel

Spiritual Connotation: Discerning

Scripture: Proverbs 20:15 NASB

There is gold, and an abundance of jewels; but the lips of knowledge are a more precious thing.

TAKIA, Takéya, Takía, Takiya, Taquiia

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Worshiper

Spiritual Connotation: True Believer

Scripture: John 4:24 RSV

God is spirit, and those who worship him must worship in spirit and truth.

TAL, Talley, Tally

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Rain

Spiritual Connotation: Blessing

Scripture: Acts 14:17 NCV

Yet he proved he is real by showing kindness, by giving you rain from heaven and . . . by giving you food and filling your hearts with joy.

TALA, Tallah

Language/Cultural Origin: Native American

Inherent Meaning: Stalking Wolf

Spiritual Connotation: Tamed

Scripture: Isaiah 11:6 NKJV

The wolf also shall dwell with the lamb . . . And a little child shall lead them.

TALBOT, Talbott

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Bright Valley

Spiritual Connotation: Promise

Scripture: Isaiah 40:4 NKJV

Every valley shall be exalted and every mountain and hill brought low; the crooked places shall be made straight and the rough places smooth.

TALIA, Tahila, Talaya, Talea, Taliah, Taliya, Tallia, Tallie, Tally, Talya, Thalia, Tylia

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Heaven’s Dew

Spiritual Connotation: Richly Blessed

Scripture: Genesis 27:28 NIV

May God give you of heaven’s dew and of earth’s richness—an abundance of grain and new wine.

TALITHA, Talétha

Language/Cultural Origin: Aramaic

Inherent Meaning: Little/Young Girl

Spiritual Connotation: Heavenly Vision

Scripture: Zechariah 8:5 NLT

And the streets of the city will be filled with boys and girls at play.

TALLIS, Tallys

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: From the Forest

Spiritual Connotation: Thankful

Scripture: Psalm 96:12 NASB

Let the field exult, and all that is in it. Then all the trees of the forest will sing for joy.

TALMAN, Talmon

Language/Cultural Origin: Aramaic

Inherent Meaning: Oppressed

Spiritual Connotation: Vindicated

Scripture: Psalm 146:7 NCV

He does what is fair for those who have been wronged. He gives food to the hungry. The LORD sets the prisoners free.

TALON, Talan, Talin, Tallin, Tallon, Tallyn, Talyn

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Claw

Spiritual Connotation: Eternal

Scripture: Isaiah 40:31 NCV

But the people who trust the LORD will become strong again. They will rise up as an eagle in the sky; they will run and not need rest; they will walk and not become tired.

TAMAR, Tamara, Tamarah, Tamaria, Tamarra, Tamarria, Tamary, Tamera, Tamerai, Tamerey, Tameriás, Tamia, Tamie, Tamiya, Tammara, Tammee, Tammera, Tammey, Tammi, Tammie, Tammra, Tammy, Tamra, Tamy, Tamya

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Palm Tree

Spiritual Connotation: Victorious Spirit

Scripture: Micah 5:9 RSV

Your hand shall be lifted up over your adversaries, and all your enemies shall be cut off.

TANI, Tahnee, Tahni, Tahnie, Tanee, Taney, Tanie, Tany (see also Tawny)

Language/Cultural Origin: Japanese

Inherent Meaning: Valley

Spiritual Connotation: Secure

Scripture: Psalm 23:4 NKJV

Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.

TANIA, Tahnia, Tahniya, Tahnya, Taina, Tana, Tanae, Tanalia, Tanasha, Tanaya, Tanea, Taneia, Taneya, Tanija, Taniya, Tanna, Tannia, Tannis, Tanniya, Tannya, Tanya, Taunia, Tauniya, Taunya, Tawnia, Tawnya, Tonasha, Tonaya, Tonia, Tonja, Tonnia, Tonniya, Tonnya, Tonya (see also Tatiana)

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian

Inherent Meaning: Queen

Spiritual Connotation: Honorable

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:16 NRSV

Do you not know that you are God’s temple and that God’s Spirit dwells in you?

TANNER, Tannar, Tannor

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Leather Worker

Spiritual Connotation: Diligent

Scripture: Colossians 3:23 NLT

Work hard and cheerfully at whatever you do, as though you were working for the Lord rather than for people.

TAPANI, Tapánee, Tapáney

Language/Cultural Origin: Finnish

Inherent Meaning: Crowned

Spiritual Connotation: Partaker in Grace

Scripture: Hebrews 2:9 NCV

But we see Jesus, who . . . is wearing a crown of glory and honor because he suffered and died. And by God’s grace, he died for everyone.

TARAH, Taira, Tairra, Tara, Tarai, Taran, Tarasha, Taraya, Tari, Taria, Tarin, Taris, Tarisa, Tarise, Tarissa, Tarra, Tarren, Tarrin, Tarron, Tarryn, Taryn, Tayra (see also Tera)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Wild Goat

Spiritual Connotation: Excellent Worth

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:12 NRSV

Now we have received not the spirit of the world, but the Spirit that is from God, so that we may understand the gifts bestowed on us by God.

TARIQ, Tareek, Tarék, Tarick, Tarik, Táriq, Tarreq

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Conqueror

Spiritual Connotation: Victorious

Scripture: Romans 8:37 NKJV

Yet in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us.

TARRANT, Terrant (see also Terrence)

Language/Cultural Origin: Welsh

Inherent Meaning: Thunder

Spiritual Connotation: Mighty Power

Scripture: 1 Samuel 12:18 TLB

So Samuel called to the Lord, and the Lord sent thunder and rain.

TARVER, Tarvar

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Leader

Spiritual Connotation: Dependent Upon God

Scripture: Isaiah 11:6 NKJV

The wolf also shall dwell with the lamb. . . . And a little child shall lead them.

TASHA, Tacha, Tachia, Tachiana, Tachianna, Tahsha, Tashana, Tashanna, Tashi, Tashia, Tashiana, Tashianna, Tashina, Tashira, Tashiya, Thasha (see also Natasha)

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian

Inherent Meaning: Christmas Child

Spiritual Connotation: Glorious Gift

Scripture: Matthew 1:21 NCV

She will give birth to a son, and you will name him Jesus, because he will save his people from their sins.

TASHANA, Tashanda, Tashanna, Tashauna, Tashaunna, Tashawna, Tashonda, Tashondra, Tiashauna, Tyshanna, Tyshauna, Tyshawna

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Christmas Child

Spiritual Connotation: Miraculous

Scripture: Matthew 1:23 NRSV

Look, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and they shall name him Emmanuel, which means, God is with us.

TASIA, Tasiana, Tasianna, Tasiya, Tasiyana, Tasja, Tassiana, Tassianna, Tassie, Tasya (see also Anastasia)

Language/Cultural Origin: Slavic

Inherent Meaning: Resurrection

Spiritual Connotation: Eternal Hope

Scripture: Luke 24:5-6 NKJV

Why do you seek the living among the dead? He is not here, but is risen!

TASMINE, Tasmin

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Twin

Spiritual Connotation: Worthy

Scripture: Galatians 3:28 NASB

There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free man, there is neither male nor female; for you are all one in Christ Jesus.

TATIANA, Taitiana, Taitianna, Tatanya, Tatia, Tatiania, Tatianya, Tatjana, Tatyana, Tatyanna (see also Tania)

Language/Cultural Origin: Slavic

Inherent Meaning: Queen

Spiritual Connotation: Lovely

Scripture: Psalm 45:11 NKJV

So the King will greatly desire your beauty; because He is your Lord, worship Him.

TATUM, Taetum, Taitum, Tate, Tayte, Taytum

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle English

Inherent Meaning: Cheerful

Spiritual Connotation: Happy

Scripture: Proverbs 15:13 NASB

A joyful heart makes a cheerful face.

TAWNY, Tahnee, Tauna, Tauni, Tawnee, Tawney, Tawni, Tawnie (see also Tani)

Language/Cultural Origin: Gypsy

Inherent Meaning: Little One

Spiritual Connotation: Trusting

Scripture: Matthew 10:42 NCV

Those who give one of these little ones a cup of cold water because they are my followers will truly get their reward.

TAYLOR, Tailor, Talor, Taya, Tayana, Tayanna, Tayla, Taylar, Tayler, Taylore, Taylour, Tayna, Taynie, Tayny, Teylar, Teyler, Teylor

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Tailor

Spiritual Connotation: Gifted

Scripture: Exodus 31:3 RSV

I have filled him with the Spirit of God, with ability and intelligence, with knowledge and all craftsmanship.

TEAGAN, Taegan, Teaghen, Teegan, Teégan, Tegan, Teigen, Tiegan

Language/Cultural Origin: Welsh

Inherent Meaning: Attractive

Spiritual Connotation: Faithful

Scripture: Titus 2:10 NCV

They . . . should show their masters they can be fully trusted so that in everything they do they will make the teaching of God our Savior attractive.

TEMPEST, Tempestt

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Stormy

Spiritual Connotation: Serene

Scripture: Psalm 89:9 NKJV

You rule the raging of the sea; when its waves rise, You still them.

TERA, Terra (see also Tarah)

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Earth

Spiritual Connotation: Miraculous

Scripture: Daniel 6:27 NASB

He delivers and rescues and performs signs and wonders in heaven and on earth.

TERESA, see Theresa

TERRELL, Tarell, Terel, Terell, Terral, Terrell, Terrelle, Terriel, Terryl, Tyrel, Tyrell, Tyrelle

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Thunder Ruler

Spiritual Connotation: Mighty Protector

Scripture: Psalm 5:11 NRSV

Spread your protection over them, so that those who love your name may exult in you.

TERRENCE, Tarrence, Tarry, Teran, Teren, Terence, Terin, Terran, Terrance, Terren, Terri, Terry (see also Tarrant)

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Tender

Spiritual Connotation: Gently Formed

Scripture: Job 33:4 NRSV

The spirit of God has made me, and the breath of the Almighty gives me life.

TESSA, Tesia, Tessey, Tessi, Tessia, Tessie, Tessy

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Reaper

Spiritual Connotation: Servant

Scripture: Luke 10:2 TLB

Plead with the Lord of the harvest to send out more laborers to help you, for the harvest is so plentiful and the workers so few.

THADDEUS, Tad, Tadd, Thad, Thadd, Thaddaeus

Language/Cultural Origin: Aramaic

Inherent Meaning: Loving

Spiritual Connotation: Joyful

Scripture: Psalm 28:7 NKJV

The LORD is my strength and my shield; my heart trusted in Him, and I am helped; therefore my heart greatly rejoices, and with my song I will praise Him.

THALIA, see Talia

THANE, Thain, Thaine, Thayne

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Follower

Spiritual Connotation: Loyal

Scripture: Psalm 40:8 RSV

I delight to do thy will, O my God; thy law is within my heart.

THATCHER, Thaxter

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Repairer of Roofs

Spiritual Connotation: Diligent

Scripture: Deuteronomy 33:11 NIV

Bless all his skills, O LORD, and be pleased with the work of his hands.

THAYER, Thayor

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: National Army

Spiritual Connotation: Brave Defender

Scripture: Isaiah 19:20 NRSV

When they cry to the LORD because of oppressors, he will send them a savior, and will defend and deliver them.

THELMA, Thellma

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Willful

Spiritual Connotation: Strong in Spirit

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7 NKJV

For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.

THEODORE, Ted, Teddie, Teddy, Theo, Theódore

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Divine Gift

Spiritual Connotation: Gift of God

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:26 TLB

For God gives those who please him wisdom, knowledge, and joy.

THERESA, Taresa, Tarisa, Tarise, Tarissa, Teree, Tereese, Teresa, Terese, Teresea, Terezia, Teri, Terie, Terisa, Terise, Terisha, Teriza, Terree, Terresa, Terri, Terrie, Terry, Therese, Thérese, Theressa, Thereza, Thressa, Trescha, Tresa, Tresha, Treshana, Tressa, Treysa, Treyssa

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Harvester

Spiritual Connotation: Bountiful Spirit

Scripture: John 4:35 NLT

Look around you! Vast fields are ripening all around us and are ready now for the harvest.

THERON, Theran, Therron

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Hunter

Spiritual Connotation: Efficient

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:10 NRSV

For even when we were with you, we gave you this command: Anyone unwilling to work should not eat.

THOMAS, Thom, Thompson, Tom, Tomás, Tomm, Tommie, Tommy

Language/Cultural Origin: Aramaic

Inherent Meaning: Twin

Spiritual Connotation: Divinely Preserved

Scripture: Proverbs 2:11 NASB

Discretion will guard you, understanding will watch over you.

THOR, Thorin

Language/Cultural Origin: Old Norse

Inherent Meaning: Thunder

Spiritual Connotation: God’s Warrior

Scripture: Exodus 15:3 NASB

The LORD is a warrior; the LORD is His name.

THORNTON, Thorntin

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Town Near the Thorns

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: Proverbs 22:5 TLB

The rebel walks a thorny, treacherous road; the man who values his soul will stay away.

TIA, Téa, Teeya, Teia, Tialeigh, Tiamarie, Tiandria, Tianika, Tiia

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: Aunt

Spiritual Connotation: Pure

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:2 NLT

Treat the older women as you would your mother, and treat the younger women with all purity as your own sisters.

TIANA, Teana, Teanna, Tianna

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Princess

Spiritual Connotation: Praised

Scripture: Psalm 45:13 NIV

All glorious is the princess within her chamber; her gown is interwoven with gold.

TIARA, Tearra, Teira, Teirra, Tiára, Tiaria, Tiarra, Tiárra, Tiera, Tiéra, Tierra, Tyara, Tyarra

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Crowned

Spiritual Connotation: Thankful

Scripture: Hebrews 2:9 RSV

But we see Jesus . . . crowned with glory and honor because of the suffering of death, so that by the grace of God he might taste death for every one.

TIERNEY, Tiernan

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Lordly

Spiritual Connotation: Gracious Spirit

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7 NKJV

But to each one of us grace was given according to the measure of Christ’s gift.

TIFARA, Tifára, Tifaria, Tifarra, Tiffarya

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Splendor

Spiritual Connotation: Reverent

Scripture: Isaiah 2:10 NASB

Enter the rock and hide in the dust from the terror of the LORD and from the splendor of His majesty.

TIFFANY, Tifanee, Tifaney, Tifani, Tifanie, Tifany, Tiff, Tiffanee, Tiffaney, Tiffani, Tiffanie, Tiffanny, Tiffeney, Tiffeni, Tiffenie, Tiffennie, Tiffinee, Tiffiney, Tiffini, Tiffinie, Tiffiny, Tiffney, Tifnee, Tifnie, Tifny, Tiphanee, Tiphaney, Tiphani, Tiphanie, Tiphany, Tyfanny, Tyffani, Tyffini, Typhanee, Typhany

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Divine Showing

Spiritual Connotation: Beloved

Scripture: 1 John 4:7 NKJV

Beloved, let us love one another, for love is of God; and everyone who loves is born of God and knows God.

TIGER, Tig, Tige, Tyger

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Powerful

Spiritual Connotation: Strength of God

Scripture: Psalm 106:8 NRSV

Yet he saved them for his name’s sake, so that he might make known his mighty power.

TILDA, TILLIE, see Matilda

TILDEN, Tildan

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Blessed Valley

Spiritual Connotation: Peaceful Spirit

Scripture: Psalm 23:6 KJV

Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the LORD for ever.

TILTAN, Tilton

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Clover

Spiritual Connotation: Blossom

Scripture: Isaiah 27:6 NLT

The time is coming when my people will take root. Israel will bud and blossom and fill the whole earth with her fruit!

TIMOTHY, Tim, Timmie, Timmothy, Timmy, Timothé, Timothée, Timothi, Tymothee, Tymothy

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Honor to God

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed of God

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:2 RSV

To Timothy, my true child in the faith: Grace, mercy, and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord.

TINA, Teena, Téna, Tyna

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Anointed

Spiritual Connotation: Protected

Scripture: Psalm 20:6 NKJV

Now I know that the LORD saves His anointed; He will answer him from His holy heaven with the saving strength of His right hand.

TINO, Tíno

Language/Cultural Origin: Hispanic

Inherent Meaning: Venerable

Spiritual Connotation: Promised Hope

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1:10 NCV

This will happen on the day when the Lord Jesus comes to receive glory because of his holy people.

TIPPER, Typper

Language/Cultural Origin: Gaelic

Inherent Meaning: Water Pourer

Spiritual Connotation: Generous

Scripture: Matthew 10:42 NASB

And whoever in the name of a disciple gives to one of these little ones even a cup of cold water to drink, truly I say to you, he shall not lose his reward.

TIRA, Teara, Teera (see also Tyra)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Small Village

Spiritual Connotation: Treasured

Scripture: Romans 5:8 NRSV

But God proves his love for us in that while we still were sinners Christ died for us.

TIRZA, Thira, Tirsa, Tirzah, Tirzha, Tyrza, Tyrzah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Pleasant

Spiritual Connotation: Gentle

Scripture: Psalm 133:1 NCV

It is good and pleasant when God’s people live together in peace!

TISHA, Tiesha, Tieshia, Tish, Tishia, Tysha, Tyshia (see also Taesha)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Joy

Spiritual Connotation: Thankful

Scripture: Psalm 66:1 NKJV

Make a joyful shout to God, all the earth!

TISHREY, Tishrae, Tishray, Tishreigh

Language/Cultural Origin: Akkadian

Inherent Meaning: Beginning

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: Proverbs 8:23 NKJV

I have been established from everlasting, from the beginning, before there was ever an earth.

TITUS, Tito, Titos, Tytus

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Of the Giants

Spiritual Connotation: Honorable

Scripture: Matthew 12:35 NKJV

A good man out of the good treasure of his heart brings forth good things.

TOBIAS, Tobee, Tobey, Tobi, Tobiah, Tobie, Toby

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: The Lord Is Good

Spiritual Connotation: God’s Workmanship

Scripture: Matthew 5:16 NKJV

Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven.

TODD, Tod

Language/Cultural Origin: Scottish

Inherent Meaning: Fox Hunter

Spiritual Connotation: Divine Ingenuity

Scripture: Genesis 25:27 NCV

When the boys grew up, Esau became a skilled hunter. He loved to be out in the fields.

TONI, Tonee, Tonie

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Priceless

Spiritual Connotation: Lovely

Scripture: Psalm 36:7 NRSV

How precious is your steadfast love, O God! All people may take refuge in the shadow of your wings.

TONY, Toney

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Praiseworthy

Spiritual Connotation: Pure

Scripture: Philippians 4:8 NKJV

Whatever things are true . . . noble . . . just . . . pure . . . lovely . . . [and] of good report, if there is any virtue and if there is anything praiseworthy; meditate on these things.

TONYA, see Tania

TOPAZ

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Gem

Spiritual Connotation: Fidelity

Scripture: Revelation 2:10 NKJV

Do not fear any of those things which you are about to suffer. . . . Be faithful until death, and I will give you the crown of life.

TOPHER, Tofer

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Bearer

Spiritual Connotation: Helper

Scripture: Galatians 6:2 NRSV

Bear one another’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.

TORI, Toria, Torian, Toriana, Torianna, Torie, Torii, Torri, Torria, Torriana, Torrianna, Torrie (see also Tory)

Language/Cultural Origin: Japanese

Inherent Meaning: Bird

Spiritual Connotation: Great Worth

Scripture: Matthew 6:26 NKJV

Look at the birds of the air . . . your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not of more value than they?

TORANCE, Torance

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: From the Knolls

Spiritual Connotation: Man of Peace

Scripture: Psalm 91:15 NKJV

He shall call upon Me, and I will answer him; I will be with him in troub le; I will deliver him and honor him.

TORY, Torey, Torre, Torrey, Torry (see also Tori)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Tower

Spiritual Connotation: Preserved

Scripture: Proverbs 18:10 NKJV

The name of the LORD is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe.

TOWNSEND, Townshend

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Edge of Town

Spiritual Connotation: Industrious

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:4 RSV

Now there are varieties of gifts, but the same Spirit.

TRACEY, Trace, Tracee, Traci, Tracia, Tracie, Traciya, Tracy, Tracya, Traecee, Traecey, Traicey, Trasee, Trasey (see also Taci)

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Warrior

Spiritual Connotation: Noble Spirit

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:21 NLT

We are careful to be honorable before the Lord, but we also want everyone else to know we are honorable.

TRAVERS, Travis

Language/Cultural Origin: Old French

Inherent Meaning: From the Crossroads

Spiritual Connotation: Courageous

Scripture: Psalm 29:11 NKJV

The LORD will give strength to His people; the LORD will bless His people with peace.

TRAYTON, Traeton, Traiton

Language/Cultural Origin: Old French

Inherent Meaning: From the Settlement Near the Forest

Spiritual Connotation: Treasured

Scripture: Psalm 121:8 NASB

The LORD will guard your going out and your coming in from this time forth and forever.

TREMAINE, Tremain, Tremayne

Language/Cultural Origin: Celtic

Inherent Meaning: From the House by the Rock

Spiritual Connotation: High Praise

Scripture: 2 Samuel 22:47 NKJV

The LORD lives! Blessed be my Rock! Let God be exalted, the Rock of my salvation!

TRENT, Trente

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Rapid Stream

Spiritual Connotation: Renewed

Scripture: Isaiah 65:17 NKJV

For behold, I create new heavens and a new earth; and the former shall not be remembered or come to mind.

TRENTON, Trendon, Trenten, Trentin

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Town by theRapid Stream

Spiritual Connotation: Rooted in Faith

Scripture: Psalm 1:3 NRSV

They are like trees planted by streams of water, which yield their fruit in its season, and their leaves do not wither. In all that they do, they prosper.

TREVOR, Trev, Trevar, Trever

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish

Inherent Meaning: Prudent and Discreet

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Psalm 84:11 NKJV

For the LORD God is a sun and shield; the LORD will give grace and glory; no good thing will He withhold from those who walk uprightly.

TREY, Trae, Trai

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle English

Inherent Meaning: Third

Spiritual Connotation: Sacrifice

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 16:29 RSV

Ascribe to the LORD the glory due his name; bring an offering, and come before him!

TRILBY, Trilbee, Trilbey, Trilbie

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Hat

Spiritual Connotation: Covered

Scripture: Psalm 36:7 RSV

How precious is thy steadfast love, O God! The children of men take refuge in the shadow of thy wings.

TRINA, Treena, Treina, Tria, Triana, Trianna, Trinette, Trinice, Triniece, Trinique, Triya

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Pure

Spiritual Connotation: Gentle

Scripture: Proverbs 22:11 NRSV

Those who love a pure heart and are gracious in speech will have the king as a friend.

TRISHA, Tricha, Tricia, Trisa, Trish, Trishana, Trishanna, Trishara, Trissa, Tryssa

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Noble

Spiritual Connotation: Honest

Scripture: Proverbs 3:3 NRSV

Do not let loyalty and faithfulness forsake you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart.

TRISTEN, Trista, Tristan, Tristia, Tristian, Tristiana, Tristianna, Tristin, Tristina, Triston, Tristya, Trystan, Trysten, Trystia, Trystian, Trystin (see also Trusten)

Language/Cultural Origin: Welsh

Inherent Meaning: Bold

Spiritual Connotation: Valiant

Scripture: Deuteronomy 31:6 NRSV

Be strong and bold; have no fear or dread of them, because it is the LORD your God who goes with you; he will not fail you or forsake you.

TRIXIE, Trix, Trixi

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Bringer of Joy

Spiritual Connotation: Peaceful

Scripture: Psalm 46:4 NASB

There is a river whose streams make glad the city of God, the holy dwelling places of the Most High.

TROY, Troi, Troye

Language/Cultural Origin: Irish Gaelic

Inherent Meaning: Foot Soldier

Spiritual Connotation: Steadfast

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:8 NASB

And God is ab le to make all grace abound to you, that always having all sufficiency in everything, you may have an abundance for every good deed.

TRUMAN, Trumann

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Honest

Spiritual Connotation: Faithful

Scripture: Proverbs 19:22 NLT

Loyalty makes a person attractive. And it is better to be poor than dishonest.

TRUSTEN, Trustan, Trustin (see also Tristen)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Trustworthy

Spiritual Connotation: Reliable

Scripture: Psalm 101:1 NRSV

I will sing of loyalty and of justice; to you, O LORD, I will sing.

TRYGVE, Trigve, Trygvee

Language/Cultural Origin: Norwegian

Inherent Meaning: Victor

Spiritual Connotation: Triumphant

Scripture: 1 John 5:4 NCV

Everyone who is a child of God conquers the world. And this is the victory that conquers the world—our faith.

TUCKER

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Folder of Cloth

Spiritual Connotation: Efficient

Scripture: Colossians 3:23 NLT

Work hard and cheerfully at whatever you do, as though you were working for the Lord rather than for people.

TULLIS, Tullias, Tullius

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Rank

Spiritual Connotation: Admirable

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:17 NCV

Show respect for all people: Love the brothers and sisters of God’s family, respect God, honor the king.

TURNER, Turnar

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Woodworker

Spiritual Connotation: Infinite Creativity

Scripture: Exodus 35:35 TLB

God has filled them both with unusual skills as jewelers, carpenters . . . and as weavers—they excel in all the crafts we will be needing in the work.

TUSHIYA, Tuschiya

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Wisdom

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Proverbs 4:11 RSV

I have taught you the way of wisdom; I have led you in the paths of uprightness.

TWAIN, Twaine, Twayne

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Divided in Two

Spiritual Connotation: Renewed

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 7:1 RSV

Since we have these promises, beloved, let us cleanse ourselves from every defilement of body and spirit, and make holiness perfect in the fear of God.

TWYLA, Twila, Twilla, Twylla

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Doubly Woven

Spiritual Connotation: Strong

Scripture: Proverbs 31:25 NLT

She is clothed with strength and dignity, and she laughs with no fear of the future.

TYLER, Ty, Tylar, Tyller, Tylor

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle English

Inherent Meaning: Tile Maker

Spiritual Connotation: Resourceful

Scripture: Mark 11:24 NRSV

So I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours.

TYRA, Tyraa, Tyrah, Tyresa, Tyrina, Tyrinia, Tyrisa (see also Tira)

Language/Cultural Origin: Scandinavian

Inherent Meaning: Warrior

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Psalm 127:4 NRSV

Like arrows in the hand of a warrior are the sons of one’s youth.

TYREL, see Terrell

TYRONE, Ty, Tyronne

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Sovereign

Spiritual Connotation: Steadfast

Scripture: Psalm 1:3 NKJV

He shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that brings forth its fruit in its season, whose leaf also shall not wither; and whatever he does shall prosper.

TYSON, Tison, Tyce, Tysen

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Son of the Ruler

Spiritual Connotation: Gifted

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:14 NASB

Do not neglect the spiritual gift within you.

U

ULANI, Ulana, Ulanna, Ulanni

Language/Cultural Origin: Hawaiian

Inherent Meaning: Cheerful

Spiritual Connotation: Filled With Joy

Scripture: Isaiah 12:5 NIV

Sing to the LORD, for he has done glorious things; let this be known to all the world.

ULRIC, Ulrik

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Ruler of All

Spiritual Connotation: Regenerated

Scripture: Colossians 3:10 NRSV

[Clothe] yourselves with the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge according to the image of its creator.

ULRICA, Ulrika

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Ruler

Spiritual Connotation: Strong in Virtue

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10 NKJV

Who can find a virtuous wife? For her worth is far above rubies.

ULYSSES, Ulisses

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: One Who Detests Deceit or Injustice

Spiritual Connotation: Seeker of truth

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:12 NASB

Then you will call upon Me and come and pray to Me, and I will listen to you.

UMA, Ooma, Umah

Language/Cultural Origin: Indo-Pakistani

Inherent Meaning: Mother

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Genesis 17:16 RSV

I will bless her, and she shall be a mother of nations; kings of peoples shall come from her.

UMI, Umee

Language/Cultural Origin: Yao

Inherent Meaning: Life

Spiritual Connotation: Energetic

Scripture: Isaiah 43:19 TLB

For I’m going to do a brand new thing. See, I have already begun!

UNA, Oona

Language/Cultural Origin: Hopi

Inherent Meaning: Strong Memory

Spiritual Connotation: Humble

Scripture: Isaiah 41:13 NRSV

Do not fear, I will help you.

UNIQUE

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: One

Spiritual Connotation: Incomparable

Scripture: Psalm 139:14 NRSV

I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made.

UNITY

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Togetherness

Spiritual Connotation: Harmonious

Scripture: Psalm 133:1 NRSV

How very good and pleasant it is when kindred live together in unity!

UPTON, Uptonn

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Hill Town

Spiritual Connotation: Honorable

Scripture: Deuteronomy 8:3 NIV

Man does not live on bread alone but on every word that comes from the mouth of the LORD .

URBAN, Urbain

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: From the City

Spiritual Connotation: Peaceful

Scripture: Psalm 46:4 RSV

There is a river whose streams make glad the city of God, the holy habitation of the Most High.

URBANA, Urbanna

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: From the City

Spiritual Connotation: Majestic

Scripture: Psalm 87:3 NLT

O city of God, what glorious things are said of you!

URI, Uree, Urii (see also Yuri)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: My Light

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: 2 Samuel 22:29 NLT

O LORD, you are my light; yes, LORD, you light up my darkness.

URIAH, Urias, Uriyah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Is My Light

Spiritual Connotation: Excellent Virtue

Scripture: Proverbs 12:28 NRSV

In the path of righteousness there is life, in walking its path there is no death.

URIEL, Uriela, Uriell, Uriella, Urielle (see also Ariel)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Flame of God

Spiritual Connotation: Transformed

Scripture: Deuteronomy 4:24 NASB

For the LORD your God is a consuming fire.

URIKA, Uraeka, Uriqua

Language/Cultural Origin: Omaha

Inherent Meaning: Universally Useful

Spiritual Connotation: Student of the Word

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16 NRSV

All scripture is inspired by God and is useful for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness.

URSULA, Ursa

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Little Bear

Spiritual Connotation: Courageous

Scripture: Deuteronomy 31:6 NKJV

Be strong and of good courage, do not fear nor be afraid of them; for the LORD your God, He is the One who goes with you.

UZIEL, Uzziah, Uzziel

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Is My Strength

Spiritual Connotation: God’s Servant

Scripture: Psalm 18:1 NRSV

I love you, O LORD, my strength.

V

VAIL, Vael, Vaile, Vale, Vayle

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Valley

Spiritual Connotation: Praise

Scripture: Isaiah 40:4 NKJV

Every valley shall be exalted and every mountain and hill brought low.

VALERIE, Val, Valarae, Valaree, Valarie, Valeree, Valeri, Valery, Vallerie, Vallery, Vallory

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Strength

Spiritual Connotation: Spiritual Purpose

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1 NKJV

To everything there is a season, a time for every purpose under heaven:

VALESKA, Valisha, Valishia

Language/Cultural Origin: Slavic

Inherent Meaning: Glorious Ruler

Spiritual Connotation: Esteemed

Scripture: Psalm 92:4 NKJV

For You, LORD, have made me glad through Your work; I will triumph in the works of Your hands.

VALIN, Vaylin (see also Balin)

Language/Cultural Origin: Indo-Pakistani

Inherent Meaning: Mighty Warrior

Spiritual Connotation: Arm of God

Scripture: Deuteronomy 9:29 RSV

For they are thy people and thy heritage, whom thou didst bring out by thy great power and by thy outstretched arm.

VALLI, Vallee, Valley, Vallie, Vally

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Strong

Spiritual Connotation: God’s Leader

Scripture: Micah 5:4 NASB

And He will arise and shepherd His flock in the strength of the LORD .

VAN, Vann

Language/Cultural Origin: Dutch

Inherent Meaning: Water Dam

Spiritual Connotation: Forgiving

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 1:15 TLB

What is wrong cannot be righted; it is water over the dam; and there is no use thinking of what might have been.

VANCE, Vanse

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Thresher

Spiritual Connotation: Hard Worker

Scripture: Deuteronomy 16:15 NASB

The LORD your God will bless you in all your produce and in all the work of your hands, so that you shall be altogether joyful.

VANDA, Vandelia, Vandi, Vandie, Vannda (see also Wanda)

Language/Cultural Origin: Slavic

Inherent Meaning: Wanderer

Spiritual Connotation: Redeemed

Scripture: Ephesians 2:19 TLB

Now you are no longer strangers to God and foreigners to heaven, but you are members of God’s very own family, citizens of God’s country.

VANESSA, Vanesa, Vanissa, Venessa

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Butterfly

Spiritual Connotation: Free Spirit

Scripture: John 8:36 NKJV

Therefore if the Son makes you free, you shall be free indeed.

VANNA, Vana, Vania, Vannah, Vanya

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Butterfly

Spiritual Connotation: Liberated

Scripture: Galatians 5:1 NASB

It was for freedom that Christ set us free; therefore keep standing firm and do not be subject again to a yoke of slavery.

VARINA, Vareena, Vareyna, Varia, Varya (see also Verena)

Language/Cultural Origin: Slavic

Inherent Meaning: Foreigner

Spiritual Connotation: Sanctified

Scripture: Ephesians 2:13 NCV

But now in Christ Jesus, you who were far away from God are brought near through the b lood of Christ’s death.

VASHAWN, Vashaun, Vashon, Vishaun, Vishawn, Voshan, Voshaun, Voshawn, Voshon

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: God Is Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Numbers 6:25 NKJV

The LORD make His face shine upon you, and be gracious to you.

VASHTI, Vashtee, Vashtie

Language/Cultural Origin: Persian

Inherent Meaning: Lovely

Spiritual Connotation: Beautiful

Scripture: Esther 1:11 NCV

He commanded them to bring him Queen Vashti . . . because she was very beautiful.

VAUGHN, Von

Language/Cultural Origin: Welsh

Inherent Meaning: Small

Spiritual Connotation: Compassionate

Scripture: Matthew 9:13 NKJV

I desire mercy and not sacrifice. For I did not come to call the righteous, but sinners, to repentance.

VEGA, Veyga

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Falling Star

Spiritual Connotation: Prophetic

Scripture: Matthew 24:29 NLT

The sun will be darkened, the moon will not give light, the stars will fall from the sky, and the powers of heaven will be shaken.

VELMA, Valma, Vellma

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Determined Protector

Spiritual Connotation: Watchful

Scripture: Matthew 25:13 NCV

So always be ready, because you don’t know the day or the hour the Son of Man will come.

VENUS, Veenus

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Love

Spiritual Connotation: Greatest Power

Scripture: Titus 3:4 NLT

But then God our Savior showed us his kindness and love.

VERA, Vara, Vira

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Truth

Spiritual Connotation: Strong in Virtue

Scripture: Psalm 32:11 NLT

So rejoice in the LORD and be glad, all you who obey him! Shout for joy, all you whose hearts are pure!

VERENA, Verasha, Verasia, Vereena, Verina, Verity (see also Varina)

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Truthful

Spiritual Connotation: Forthright

Scripture: Proverbs 12:19 NLT

Truth stands the test of time; lies are soon exposed.

VERNON, Vern, Verne

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Youthful

Spiritual Connotation: Vigorous

Scripture: Colossians 3:23 NLT

Work hard and cheerfully at whatever you do, as though you were working for the Lord rather than for people.

VERONICA, Varonica, Veronika, Véronique, Vonnie, Vonny, Vronica

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: True Image

Spiritual Connotation: In God’s Reflection

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:12 NCV

Now we see a dim reflection, as if we were looking into a mirror, but then we shall see clearly.

VIANNA, Viana (see also Vienna)

Language/Cultural Origin: American

Inherent Meaning: Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 30:9 NKJV

For the LORD your God is gracious and merciful, and will not turn His face from you if you return to Him.

VICTOR, Vic, Victer, Vik, Viktor

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Conqueror

Spiritual Connotation: Triumphant Spirit

Scripture: Mark 11:24 RSV

Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours.

VICTORIA, Vicci, Vickee, Vicki, Vickie, Vicky, Victori, Victoriana, Victorianna, Victorina, Victorya, Viki, Vikki, Vikkie, Vikky, Viktori, Viktoria, Viktoriana, Viktorianna, Viktorina, Viktory, Viktorya

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Conqueror

Spiritual Connotation: Triumphant Spirit

Scripture: Philippians 4:13 NKJV

I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.

VIENNA, Viena (see also Vianna)

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Capital of Austria

Spiritual Connotation: Chosen

Scripture: Psalm 106:5 NCV

Let me be happy along with your happy nation; let me join your own people in praising you.

VINCENT, Vicente, Vince, Vincente, Vinnie, Vinny

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Conquering

Spiritual Connotation: Strength Through Faith

Scripture: Matthew 9:29 NASB

It shall be done to you according to your faith.

VINSON, Vinnson

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Son of the Victor

Spiritual Connotation: Redeemed

Scripture: Romans 5:8 NKJV

But God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.

VIOLET, Vi, Viola, Violette, Vyolet

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Modest Flower

Spiritual Connotation: Humble

Scripture: James 4:10 NASB

Humble yourselves in the presence of the Lord, and He will exalt you.

VIRGIL, Vergil

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Staff Bearer

Spiritual Connotation: Loyal Spirit

Scripture: Isaiah 41:13 NKJV

For I, the LORD your God, will hold your right hand. . . . Fear not, I will help you.

VIRGILIA, Virgillia

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Staff Bearer

Spiritual Connotation: Protector

Scripture: Psalm 23:4 NLT

Your rod and your staff protect and comfort me.

VIRGINIA, Virg, Virgenia

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Pure

Spiritual Connotation: Unblemished

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17 NRSV

So if anyone is in Christ, there is a new creation: everything old has passed away; see, everything has become new!

VIVIAN, Viv, Vivia, Viviana, Viviane, Vivianna, Vivianne, Vivien, Vivienne

Language/Cultural Origin: Latin

Inherent Meaning: Lively

Spiritual Connotation: Joyous Spirit

Scripture: Psalm 37:4 NRSV

Take delight in the LORD, and he will give you the desires of your heart.

VLADIMIR, Vladamir, Vlade, Vladé

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian

Inherent Meaning: Famous Prince

Spiritual Connotation: Upright

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:13 NCV

When you search for me with all your heart, you will find me!

VONDRA, Vonda, Vondraea, Vondrea, Vondraya

Language/Cultural Origin: Czech

Inherent Meaning: Loving

Spiritual Connotation: Reborn

Scripture: 1 John 4:7 RSV

Beloved, let us love one another; for love is of God, and he who loves is born of God and knows God.

VOSHAWN, see Vashawn

W

WADE, Wayde

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: One Who Advances

Spiritual Connotation: Generous Spirit

Scripture: Matthew 10:8 TLB

Give as freely as you have received!

WAGNER, Waggner

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Wagon Maker

Spiritual Connotation: Trusting Spirit

Scripture: Isaiah 26:3 NKJV

You will keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on You, because he trusts in You.

WAKANDA, Wakandra

Language/Cultural Origin: Dakota

Inherent Meaning: Power

Spiritual Connotation: Faithful

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:7 NLT

God’s power has been working in us. We have righteousness as our weapon, both to attack and to defend ourselves.

WALDEN, Waldon

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Forest Valley

Spiritual Connotation: Calm Spirit

Scripture: Psalm 73:26 NCV

My body and my mind may become weak, but God is my strength. He is mine forever.

WALDO, Wald

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Strong

Spiritual Connotation: Thankful

Scripture: Philippians 4:6 NASB

Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.

WALKER, Wallker

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Cloth Cleaner

Spiritual Connotation: Diligent

Scripture: Colossians 3:23 NCV

In all the work you are doing, work the best you can. Work as if you were doing it for the Lord, not for people.

WALLACE, Wallach, Wallis, Wally, Walsh, Welsh

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From Wales

Spiritual Connotation: Man of Peace

Scripture: Isaiah 26:3 NCV

You, LORD, give true peace to those who depend on you, because they trust you.

WALTER, Walt

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Powerful Ruler

Spiritual Connotation: Strong Protector

Scripture: Psalm 121:8 RSV

The LORD will keep your going out and your coming in from this time forth and for evermore.

WALTON, Walten

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Fortified Town

Spiritual Connotation: Freedom of Spirit

Scripture: John 8:32 NKJV

And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.

WANDA, Wahnda, Wannda (see also Vanda, Wendy)

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Wanderer

Spiritual Connotation: Seeker of Truth

Scripture: Psalm 139:17 NASB

How precious also are Thy thoughts to me, O God! How vast is the sum of them!

WARD, Warde

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Guardian

Spiritual Connotation: Watchful Spirit

Scripture: Luke 21:36 NCV

So be ready all the time. Pray that you will be strong enough to escape all these things that will happen.

WARDELL, Wardel

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Watchman’s Hill

Spiritual Connotation: Protector

Scripture: Isaiah 40:29 NASB

He gives strength to the weary, and to him who lacks might He increases power.

WARNER (see also Werner)

Language/Cultural Origin: Old French

Inherent Meaning: Defender

Spiritual Connotation: Courageous Spirit

Scripture: Luke 12:32 NKJV

Do not fear, little flock, for it is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the kingdom.

WARREN, Warrin

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Protecting Friend

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Psalm 112:4 NIV

Even in darkness light dawns for the upright, for the gracious and compassionate and righteous man.

WARWICK, Warick, Warrick

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From Near the Dam

Spiritual Connotation: Led by the Spirit

Scripture: Psalm 23:3 NKJV

He restores my soul; He leads me in the paths of righteousness for His name’s sake.

WASHINGTON

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Town Near the Water

Spiritual Connotation: Witness

Scripture: Psalm 71:18 NRSV

So even to old age and gray hairs, O God, do not forsake me, until I proclaim your might to all the generations to come.

WAVA, Waiva

Language/Cultural Origin: Slavic

Inherent Meaning: Foreigner

Spiritual Connotation: Child of God

Scripture: Ephesians 2:19 NRSV

So then you are no longer strangers and aliens, but you are citizens with the saints and also members of the household of God.

WAYMAN, Waymon

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle English

Inherent Meaning: Traveler

Spiritual Connotation: Shielded

Scripture: Deuteronomy 23:14 NKJV

For the LORD your God walks in the midst of your camp, to deliver you and give your enemies over to you.

WAYNE, Waiyne

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Wagon Maker

Spiritual Connotation: Industrious

Scripture: Philippians 2:16 NRSV

It is by your holding fast to the word of life that I can boast on the day of Christ that I did not run in vain or labor in vain.

WEBSTER, Web

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Weaver

Spiritual Connotation: Example

Scripture: Titus 2:7 NIV

In everything set them an example by doing what is good. In your teaching show integrity.

WELBY, Wellby

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From Near the Well

Spiritual Connotation: Trusting Spirit

Scripture: Psalm 36:7 NKJV

How precious is Your lovingkindness, O God! Therefore the children of men put their trust under the shadow of Your wings.

WELDON, Welden

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Hill Near the Well

Spiritual Connotation: Preserved

Scripture: Isaiah 42:6 NASB

I am the LORD, I have called you in righteousness, I will also hold you by the hand and watch over you.

WELLINGTON, Wellingtun

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Prosperous

Spiritual Connotation: Conquering Spirit

Scripture: Acts 2:25 NKJV

I foresaw the LORD always before my face, for He is at my right hand, that I may not be shaken.

WENDELL, Wendal, Wendall, Wendel

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Wanderer

Spiritual Connotation: Messenger of Truth

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:9 NRSV

No eye has seen, nor ear heard, nor the human heart conceived, what God has prepared for those who love him.

WENDY, Wenda, Wendee, Wendey, Wendi, Wendie (see also Wanda)

Language/Cultural Origin: Welsh

Inherent Meaning: Wanderer

Spiritual Connotation: Redeemed

Scripture: Ephesians 2:13 NCV

But now in Christ Jesus, you who were far away from God are brought near through the b lood of Christ’s death.

WERNER (see also Warner)

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Protector

Spiritual Connotation: Peaceful

Scripture: John 14:27 NRSV

Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Do not let your hearts be troubled, and do not let them be afraid.

WESLEY, Wes, Weslee, Westlee, Westley

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Western Meadow

Spiritual Connotation: Steadfast

Scripture: Proverbs 3:23 RSV

Then you will walk on your way securely and your foot will not stumble.

WHEATLEY, Wheatleigh

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the Wheat Field

Spiritual Connotation: Witness

Scripture: John 4:35 NLT

Look around you! Vast fields are ripening all around us and are ready now for the harvest.

WHITLEY, Whitlee, Whitleigh

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: From the White Field

Spiritual Connotation: Joyful

Scripture: Psalm 96:12 NASB

Let the field exult, and all that is in it. Then all the trees of the forest will sing for joy.

WHITNEY, Whitnee, Whitnée, Whitneigh, Whitnie, Whittany, Whittney, Witney, Wittney

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the White Island

Spiritual Connotation: Protected

Scripture: Psalm 91:11 NKJV

For He shall give His angels charge over you, To keep you in all your ways.

WILBUR, Wilber

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Resolute

Spiritual Connotation: Obedient

Scripture: James 1:25 NRSV

But those who look into the perfect law, the law of liberty, and persevere . . . they will be blessed in their doing.

WILDER, Willder

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Wilderness

Spiritual Connotation: Sower

Scripture: Isaiah 40:3 NRSV

In the wilderness prepare the way of the LORD, make straight in the desert a highway for our God.

WILHELM, Willhelm

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Determined Guardian

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: Proverbs 2:11 NASB

Discretion will guard you, understanding will watch over you.

WILLARD, Wilard

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Resolute and Brave

Spiritual Connotation: Champion

Scripture: Romans 8:28 KJV

And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.

WILLIAM, Bill, Billy, Wil, Wiley, Will, Willey, Willie, Willy, Wilson

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Resolute Protector

Spiritual Connotation: Noble Spirit

Scripture: Deuteronomy 5:33 NKJV

You shall walk in all the ways which the LORD your God has commanded you . . . that you may prolong your days in the land which you shall possess.

WILLIS, Willus

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Son of the Guardian

Spiritual Connotation: Cautious

Scripture: Psalm 141:3 RSV

Set a guard over my mouth, O LORD, keep watch over the door of my lips!

WILLOW, Wilow

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Willow Tree

Spiritual Connotation: Great Hope

Scripture: Ezekiel 17:5 TLB

There he planted it in fertile ground beside a broad river, where it would grow as quickly as a willow tree.

WILONA, Willona

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Desired

Spiritual Connotation: Seeker of Truth

Scripture: Psalm 42:1 NCV

As a deer thirsts for streams of water, so I thirst for you, God.

WINIFRED, Winn, Winnie, Winny, Wyn, Wynnie

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Peaceful Friend

Spiritual Connotation: Cheerful Heart

Scripture: Psalm 4:7 NKJV

You have put gladness in my heart.

WINONA, Wenonah, Winonah, Wynnona, Wynona

Language/Cultural Origin: Sioux

Inherent Meaning: First-Born Daughter

Spiritual Connotation: Peaceful

Scripture: Philippians 4:7 NRSV

And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

WINSTON, Winsten, Wynston

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Friendly Town

Spiritual Connotation: Trusting

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6 NKJV

Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths.

WINTHROP, Wynthrop

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Friend’s Home

Spiritual Connotation: Benevolent

Scripture: Proverbs 18:24 NASB

A man of too many friends comes to ruin, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother.

WOLFGANG, Wolfgong

Language/Cultural Origin: Old German

Inherent Meaning: Quarrel of the Wolves

Spiritual Connotation: Faithful

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:12 NKJV

Fight the good fight of faith, lay hold on eternal life, to which you were also called.

WOODROW, Woodson, Woody

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Woods

Spiritual Connotation: Excellent Worth

Scripture: John 3:33 NKJV

He who has received His testimony has certified that God is true.

WOODWARD, Woodard

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Forest Warden

Spiritual Connotation: Guardian

Scripture: Isaiah 26:3 NKJV

You will keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on You, because he trusts in You.

WORELL, Worrel

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Honest Home

Spiritual Connotation: Faith

Scripture: Mark 9:23 NCV

All things are possib le for the one who believes.

WORTH, Worthington

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Farmstead

Spiritual Connotation: Steadfast

Scripture: Psalm 1:3 NKJV

He shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that brings forth its fruit in its season.

WYATT, Wyat, Wyatte

Language/Cultural Origin: Old French

Inherent Meaning: Little Warrior

Spiritual Connotation: Immoveable

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:7 NKJV

I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.

WYMAN, Wymon

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: Warrior

Spiritual Connotation: Determined

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:26 TLB

So I run straight to the goal with purpose in every step. I fight to win.

WYNN, Wyn, Wynette, Wynne

Language/Cultural Origin: Welsh

Inherent Meaning: Fair

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Proverbs 4:18 RSV

But the path of the righteous is like the light of dawn, which shines brighter and brighter until full day.

WYNONNA, see Winona

X

XANDRA, Xandraea, Xandraya, Xandrea, Xandria, Xandriana (see also Sandra, Zandra)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Defender

Spiritual Connotation: Protector

Scripture: Isaiah 19:20 NRSV

He will send them a savior, and will defend and deliver them.

XANTHE, Xantha, Xanthia, Zantha, Zanthe, Zanthia

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Blond

Spiritual Connotation: Lovely

Scripture: Song of Songs 1:15 NKJV

Behold, you are fair, my love! Behold, you are fair!

XAVIER, Xaven, Xavian, Xavion, Xavon, Zavier, Zavon

Language/Cultural Origin: Arabic

Inherent Meaning: Bright

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: Proverbs 2:10-11 NKJV

When wisdom enters your heart, and knowledge is pleasant to your soul, discretion will preserve you; understanding will keep you.

XENIA, Xena (see also Zena, Zina)

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Hospitable

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:9 NLT

Cheerfully share your home with those who need a meal or a place to stay.

XERXES, Xerxus

Language/Cultural Origin: Persian

Inherent Meaning: Ruler

Spiritual Connotation: Benevolent

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:7 NCV

To your service for God, add kindness for your brothers and sisters in Christ; and to this kindness, add love.

XIMINES, Ximenes

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: God Heard

Spiritual Connotation: Vindicated

Scripture: Psalm 66:19 NKJV

But certainly God has heard me; He has attended to the voice of my prayer.

XUAN, Xuann

Language/Cultural Origin: Vietnamese

Inherent Meaning: Spring

Spiritual Connotation: Refreshed

Scripture: Isaiah 58:11 NCV

The LORD will always lead you. . . . You will be like a garden that has much water, like a spring that never runs dry.

XUXA, Xúxa

Language/Cultural Origin: Brazilian

Inherent Meaning: Lily

Spiritual Connotation: Beautiful

Scripture: Song of Songs 2:2 NIV

Like a lily among thorns is my darling among the maidens.

XYLIA, Xyleah, Xyliana, Xylina

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Wood

Spiritual Connotation: One of Integrity

Scripture: Proverbs 26:20 TLB

Fire goes out for lack of fuel, and tensions disappear when gossip stops.

XYLON, Xylen

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: From the Forest

Spiritual Connotation: Joyful

Scripture: Psalm 96:12 NCV

Let the fields and everything in them rejoice. Then all the trees of the forest will sing for joy.

Y

YADIN, Yadeen, Yadín

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Will Judge

Spiritual Connotation: Righteous

Scripture: Psalm 98:9 NCV

Let them sing before the LORD, because he is coming to judge the world. He will judge the world fairly; he will judge the peoples with fairness.

YAEL, Yaella, Yaelle (see also Jael)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Strength of God

Spiritual Connotation: Arm of God

Scripture: Psalm 68:28 NRSV

Summon your might, O God; show your strength, O God, as you have done for us before.

YAGO, see Iago

YALE, Yail, Yayle

Language/Cultural Origin: Old English

Inherent Meaning: From the Hill

Spiritual Connotation: Prosperous

Scripture: Psalm 72:3 NIV

The mountains will bring prosperity to the people, the hills the fruit of righteousness.

YAMILA, see Jamila

YAMINAH, Yamina

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Proper

Spiritual Connotation: Respectful

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:2 NLT

Treat the older women as you would your mother, and treat the younger women with all purity as your own sisters.

YANA, Yanah, Yanna, Yannah, Yannam, Yannica, Yannick, Yannika (see also Jana)

Language/Cultural Origin: Polish

Inherent Meaning: Gift of God

Spiritual Connotation: Purchased

Scripture: Romans 6:23 NKJV

For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.

YARDAN, Yarden

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: King

Spiritual Connotation: Victorious

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:15 NKJV

Do not be afraid nor dismayed because of this great multitude, for the battle is not yours, but God’s.

YARINA, Yariana, Yarianna, Yaryna

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian

Inherent Meaning: Peace

Spiritual Connotation: Secure

Scripture: Philippians 4:7 NRSV

And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

YARON, Yairon, Yaróne (see also Jaron)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: He Will Sing;He Will Cry Out

Spiritual Connotation: High Praise

Scripture: Romans 15:9 TLB

I will praise you among the Gentiles and sing to your name.

YASMINE, Yasmen, Yasmon, Yazmen, Yazmin, Yazmine (see also Jasmine)

Language/Cultural Origin: Persian

Inherent Meaning: Jasmine Flower

Spiritual Connotation: Blossom

Scripture: Isaiah 35:2 TLB

Yes, there will be an abundance of flowers and singing and joy!

YEIRA, Yeirah

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Light

Spiritual Connotation: Witness

Scripture: Matthew 5:14 KJV

Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid.

YELINA, Yelana, Yelanna (see also Jelena)

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian

Inherent Meaning: Shining

Spiritual Connotation: Glory of God

Scripture: Exodus 34:30 NASB

So when Aaron and all the sons of Israel saw Moses, behold, the skin of his face shone, and they were afraid to come near him.

YEMENA, Yemina

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Capable

Spiritual Connotation: Exalted

Scripture: Proverbs 22:29 NKJV

Do you see a man who excels in his work? He will stand before kings; he will not stand before unknown men.

YERIEL, Yeriell, Yerielle (see also Jeriel)

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Taught by God

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: John 7:16 NCV

The things I teach are not my own, but they come from him who sent me.

YOHANN, see Johann

YOHANNA, see Johanna

YOKO, Yoki

Language/Cultural Origin: Japanese

Inherent Meaning: Good Girl

Spiritual Connotation: Justified

Scripture: Romans 3:10 NKJV

There is none righteous, no, not one.

YOLANDA, Yalonda, Yolana, Yolanna, Yolonda, Yulonda

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Violet Flower

Spiritual Connotation: Sign of Life

Scripture: Psalm 36:9 NKJV

For with You is the fountain of life; in Your light we see light.

YONINA, Yonita

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Dove

Spiritual Connotation: Graceful

Scripture: Song of Songs 4:1 NRSV

How beautiful you are, my love, how very beautiful! Your eyes are doves behind your veil.

YORDANA, Jordana, Jordanna, Yordanna

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Descender

Spiritual Connotation: Praise

Scripture: Psalm 25:1 NKJV

To You, O LORD, I lift up my soul.

YORI, Yoriko

Language/Cultural Origin: Japanese

Inherent Meaning: Trustworthy

Spiritual Connotation: Honest

Scripture: Psalm 25:21 NLT

May integrity and honesty protect me, for I put my hope in you.

YORIANNA, see Jorianna

YORK, Yorick, Yorke, Yorrick

Language/Cultural Origin: Celtic

Inherent Meaning: From the Yew-Tree Estate

Spiritual Connotation: Vigilant

Scripture: Proverbs 3:23 NKJV

Then you will walk safely in your way, and your foot will not stumble.

YOSHI, Yóshi, Yoshie

Language/Cultural Origin: Japanese

Inherent Meaning: Respectful

Spiritual Connotation: Obedient

Scripture: Ephesians 6:5 NCV

Slaves, obey your masters here on earth with fear and respect and from a sincere heart, just as you obey Christ.

YUKI, Yukie

Language/Cultural Origin: Japanese

Inherent Meaning: Snow

Spiritual Connotation: Cleansed

Scripture: Isaiah 1:18 NKJV

Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow.

YUL, Yule, Yuul

Language/Cultural Origin: Mongolian

Inherent Meaning: Beyond the Horizon

Spiritual Connotation: Worshiper

Scripture: Psalm 113:3 NASB

From the rising of the sun to its setting the name of the LORD is to be praised.

YUMA, Yumia

Language/Cultural Origin: Native American

Inherent Meaning: Son of the Chief

Spiritual Connotation: Beloved

Scripture: Proverbs 17:6 NRSV

Grandchildren are the crown of the aged, and the glory of children is their parents.

YURI, Juri, Jurii, Jurri, Yurii, Yurri, Yury (see also Uri)

Language/Cultural Origin: Russian

Inherent Meaning: Farmer

Spiritual Connotation: Gifted

Scripture: Isaiah 28:26 NLT

The farmer knows just what to do, for God has given him understanding.

YURIKO, Yuríko

Language/Cultural Origin: Japanese

Inherent Meaning: Lily Child

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Hosea 14:5 TLB

She will blossom as the lily and root deeply in the soil.

YVANNA, see Ivana

YVES, Ives

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Little Archer

Spiritual Connotation: Trusting Spirit

Scripture: Psalm 37:5 RSV

Commit your way to the LORD ; trust in him, and he will act.

YVONNE, Ivette, Ivonne, Yavonne, Yevette, Yvette

Language/Cultural Origin: French

Inherent Meaning: Young Archer

Spiritual Connotation: Shielded

Scripture: Leviticus 25:18 NRSV

You shall observe my statutes and faithfully keep my ordinances, so that you may live on the land securely.

Z

ZABRINA, see Sabrina

ZACHARIAH, Zac, Zacariah, Zacarias, Zacary, Zacc, Zaccari, Zaccary, Zach, Zacharee, Zacharey, Zacharia, Zacharias, Zacharie, Zachary, Zacherey, Zacherie, Zachery, Zachrey, Zachry, Zack, Zackari, Zackarie, Zackary, Zackery, Zackory, Zacory, Zak, Zakarey, Zakari, Zakarie, Zakary, Zakery, Zakree, Zakry, Zaqary

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Has Remembered

Spiritual Connotation: Humble Before God

Scripture: Psalm 25:14 RSV

The friendship of the LORD is for those who fear him, and he makes known to them his covenant.

ZADA, Zaida, Zayda

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Fortunate

Spiritual Connotation: Faithful

Scripture: Matthew 10:22 TLB

Everyone shall hate you because you belong to me. But all of you who endure to the end shall be saved.

ZADOK, Zaydok

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Righteous

Spiritual Connotation: Rewarded

Scripture: Matthew 25:34 NKJV

Come, you blessed of My Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world.

ZAFINA, Zafeena

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Victorious

Spiritual Connotation: Strength of God

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:57 NKJV

But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.

ZAIM, Zaime, Zaimee, Zayme, Zaymee

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Brigadier General

Spiritual Connotation: Leader

Scripture: Psalm 127:4 NKJV

Like arrows in the hand of a warrior, so are the children of one’s youth.

ZAMIR, Zameer, Zameir

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Song

Spiritual Connotation: Joyful

Scripture: Psalm 40:3 RSV

He put a new song in my mouth, a song of praise to our God.

ZANDRA, Zahndra, Zandraea, Zandrea, Zandria, Zanndra, Zondra (see also Sandra, Xandra)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Defender

Spiritual Connotation: Protector

Scripture: Jeremiah 51:36 NASB

Behold, I am going to plead your case and exact full vengeance for you.

ZANE, Zain, Zayne

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: God Is Gracious

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Numbers 6:25 NASB

The LORD make His face shine on you, and be gracious to you.

ZANNA, Zana (see also Zaynah)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Lily

Spiritual Connotation: Beautiful

Scripture: Song of Songs 2:2 NKJV

Like a lily among thorns, so is my love among the daughters.

ZANTHA, see Xanthe

ZARA, Zaira, Zarah, Zaria, Zariana, Zarya

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Princess

Spiritual Connotation: Beloved

Scripture: Psalm 45:13 NIV

All glorious is the princess within her chamber; her gown is interwoven with gold.

ZAVIER, see Xavier

ZAYNAH, Zayna (see also Zanna)

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Lovely

Spiritual Connotation: Beautiful

Scripture: Song of Songs 2:14 NKJV

Let me see your face, let me hear your voice; for your voice is sweet, and your face is lovely.

ZEBEDIAH, Zebedee

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God’s Gift

Spiritual Connotation: Redeemed

Scripture: Romans 1:16 NIV

I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God for the salvation of everyone who believes: first for the Jew, then for the Gentile.

ZEBULON, Zebulun

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Exalted

Spiritual Connotation: Wise

Scripture: James 4:10 NKJV

Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and He will lift you up.

ZEDEKIAH, Zedekias

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: God Is Mighty and Just

Spiritual Connotation: Glory to God

Scripture: Proverbs 3:6 NKJV

In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths.

ZEKE, see Ezekiel

ZELDA, Zellda

Language/Cultural Origin: German

Inherent Meaning: Warrior

Spiritual Connotation: Gifted

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:26 NRSV

For to the one who pleases him God gives wisdom and knowledge and joy.

ZELENKA, Zelenkia

Language/Cultural Origin: Czech

Inherent Meaning: Budding Blossom

Spiritual Connotation: Nurtured

Scripture: Isaiah 35:2 NKJV

It shall blossom abundantly and rejoice, even with joy and singing.

ZENA, Zeena, Zeenia, Zeenya, Zeina, Zenah, Zenia (see also Xenia, Zina)

Language/Cultural Origin: Persian

Inherent Meaning: Woman

Spiritual Connotation: Cherished

Scripture: Genesis 2:22 NKJV

Then the rib which the LORD God had taken from man He made into a woman, and He brought her to the man.

ZEPHANIAH, Zephan, Zephania

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Protected by God

Spiritual Connotation: Precious

Scripture: Proverbs 4:6 NLT

Don’t turn your back on wisdom, for she will protect you. Love her, and she will guard you.

ZEPHYR, Zephria, Zephriana

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: West Wind

Spiritual Connotation: Reborn

Scripture: John 3:8 NRSV

The wind blows where it chooses, and you hear the sound of it, but you do not know where it comes from or where it goes.

ZERLINA, Zerleyna

Language/Cultural Origin: Spanish

Inherent Meaning: Dawn

Spiritual Connotation: Blessed

Scripture: Psalms 139:9-10 NASB

If I take the wings of the dawn, if I dwell in the remotest part of the sea, even there Thy hand will lead me, and Thy right hand will lay hold of me.

ZIA, Zea, Zeah, Zeya

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Light

Spiritual Connotation: Fearless

Scripture: Psalm 27:1 NKJV

The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear?

ZIGFRID, Ziggy (see also Siegfried)

Language/Cultural Origin: Latvian

Inherent Meaning: Victorious Peace

Spiritual Connotation: Secure in Christ

Scripture: Philippians 4:7 NRSV

And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

ZIMRA, Zamora, Zemora

Language/Cultural Origin: Hebrew

Inherent Meaning: Song of Praise

Spiritual Connotation: Thankful

Scripture: Psalm 147:1 NRSV

Praise the LORD ! How good it is to sing praises to our God; for he is gracious, and a song of praise is fitting.

ZIMRAAN, Zimran

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Praise

Spiritual Connotation: Reverent

Scripture: Psalm 145:21 NIV

My mouth will speak in praise of the LORD . Let every creature praise his holy name for ever and ever.

ZINA, Zinah (see also Xenia, Zena)

Language/Cultural Origin: English

Inherent Meaning: Hospitable

Spiritual Connotation: Radiant Love

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:9 NLT

Cheerfully share your home with those who need a meal or a place to stay.

ZOE, Zoa, Zöe, Zoé, Zoë, Zoee, Zoey, Zoia, Zoie, Zoya

Language/Cultural Origin: Greek

Inherent Meaning: Life

Spiritual Connotation: Delivered

Scripture: Psalm 91:14 NRSV

Those who love me, I will deliver; I will protect those who know my name.

ZORA, Zorah, Zorana, Zoranna, Zoriana, Zorianna, Zorya

Language/Cultural Origin: Slavic

Inherent Meaning: Dawn

Spiritual Connotation: Bringer of Light

Scripture: Isaiah 60:1 RSV

Arise, shine; for your light has come, and the glory of the LORD has risen upon you.

ZORINA, Zori, Zoriana, Zorianna, Zorie, Zory (see also Czarina)

Language/Cultural Origin: Slavic

Inherent Meaning: Golden

Spiritual Connotation: Attractive

Scripture: Song of Songs 6:10 NKJV

Who is she who looks forth as the morning, fair as the moon, clear as the sun.

ZSA ZSA, Zha Zha

Language/Cultural Origin: Hungarian

Inherent Meaning: Lily

Spiritual Connotation: Lovely

Scripture: Song of Songs 2:2 NASB

Like a lily among the thorns, so is my darling among the maidens.

ZULEMA, Zulima

Language/Cultural Origin: Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning: Peace

Spiritual Con notation: Secure

Scripture: Philippians 4:7 NASB

And the peace of God, which surpasses all comprehension, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

ZURI, Zuria, Zuriya

Language/Cultural Origin: Swahili

Inherent Meaning: Beautiful

Spiritual Connotation: Messanger

Scripture: Romans 10:15 NRSV

How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news!

LIST OF

BIBLE NAMES

WOMEN’S NAMES

Abi

Abia

Abiah

Abigail

Abihail

Abijah

Abishag

Achsa

Achsah

Agar

Ahinoam

Ahlai

Aholibamah

Anah

Anna

Apphia

Asenath

Atarah

Athaliah

Azubah

Baara

Bashemath

Basmath

Bathsheba

Bernice

Bilhah

Bithiah

Candace

Chloe

Claudia

Cozbi

Damaris

Deborah

Delilah

Dinah

Dorcas

Drusilla

Eglah

Elisabeth

Elisheba

Elizabeth

Ephah

Ephrath

Esther

Eunice

Euodias

Eve

Gomer

Hadassah

Hagar

Haggith

Hammoleketh

Hamutal

Hannah

Hazelelponi

Helah

Hephzibah

Herodias

Hodesh

Hodiah

Hoglah

Huldah

Hushim

Iscah

Jael

Jecholiah

Jecoliah

Jedidah

Jehoaddan

Jehoshabeath

Jehosheba

Jehudijah

Jemima

Jerioth

Jerusha

Jerushah

Jezebel

Joanna

Jochebed

Judith

Julia

Keren-Happuch

Keturah

Kezia

Leah

Lois

Lo-Ruhamah

Lydia

Maachah

Mahalah

Mahlah

Mara

Martha

Mary

Mary Magdalene

Matred

Mehetabel

Merab

Meshullemeth

Michaiah

Michal

Milcah

Miriam

Naamah

Naomi

Narah

Nehushta

Noadiah

Noah

Orpah

Peninnah

Persis

Phanuel

Phebe

Prisca

Priscilla

Puah

Rachel

Rahab

Rebecca

Rebekah

Reumah

Rhoda

Rizpah

Ruth

Salome

Sapphira

Sara

Sarah

Sarai

Serah

Shelomith

Sherah

Shimeath

Shimrith

Shiphrah

Shomer

Shua

Susanna

Syntyche

Tabitha

Tahpenes

Tamar

Taphath

Thamar

Timma

Tirzah

Tryphena

Tryphosa

Vashti

Zebudah

Zeresh

Zeruah

Zeruiah

Zibiah

Zillah

Zilpah

Zipporah

MEN’S NAMES

Aaron

Abagtha

Abda

Abdeel

Abdi

Abdiel

Abdon

Abednego

Abel

Abia

Abiah

Abialbon

Abiasaph

Abiathar

Abida

Abidah

Abidan

Abiel

Abiezer

Abihail

Abihu

Abihud

Abijah

Abijam

Abimael

Abimelech

Abinadab

Abinoam

Abiram

Abishai

Abishalom

Abishua

Abishur

Abitub

Abiud

Abner

Abraham

Abram

Absalom

Achaicus

Achan

Achar

Achaz

Achbor

Achim

Achish

Adaiah

Adalia

Adam

Adar

Adbeel

Addar

Addi

Ader

Adiel

Adin

Adina

Adino

Adlai

Admatha

Adna

Adnah

Adoni-Bezek

Adonijah

Adonikam

Adoniram

Adonizedek

Adoram

Adrammelech

Adriel

Aeneas

Agabus

Agag

Agee

Agrippa

Agur

Ahab

Aharah

Aharhel

Ahasai

Ahasbai

Ahasuerus

Ahaz

Ahaziah

Ahban

Aher

Ahi

Ahiah

Ahiam

Ahian

Ahiezer

Ahihud

Ahijah

Ahikam

Ahilud

Ahimaaz

Ahiman

Ahimelech

Ahimoth

Ahinadab

Ahio

Ahira

Ahiram

Ahisamach

Ahishahar

Ahishar

Ahithophel

Ahitub

Ahlai

Ahoah

Aholah

Aholiab

Aholibah

Aholibamah

Ahumai

Ahuzam

Ahuzzath

Aiah

Ajah

Akan

Akkub

Alameth

Alemeth

Alexander

Aliah

Alian

Allon

Almodad

Alphaeus

Alvah

Alvan

Amal

Amalek

Amariah

Amasa

Amasai

Amashai

Amasiah

Amaziah

Ami

Aminadab

Amittai

Ammiel

Ammihud

Amminadab

Amminadib

Ammishaddai

Ammizabad

Ammon

Amnon

Amok

Amon

Amos

Amoz

Amplias

Amram

Amraphel

Amzi

Anah

Anaiah

Anak

Anan

Anani

Ananiah

Ananias

Anath

Anathoth

Andrew

Andronicus

Aner

Aniam

Annas

Antipas

Antothijah

Anub

Apelles

Aphiah

Aphses

Apollos

Appaim

Aquila

Ara

Arad

Arah

Aram

Aran

Araunah

Arba

Archelaus

Archippus

Ard

Ardon

Areli

Aretas

Argob

Aridai

Aridatha

Arieh

Ariel

Arioch

Arisai

Aristarchus

Aristobulus

Armoni

Arnan

Arod

Arphaxad

Artaxerxes

Artemas

Arza

Asa

Asahel

Asahiah

Asaiah

Asaph

Asareel

Asarelah

Ashbea

Ashbel

Ashchenaz

Asher

Ashkenaz

Ashpenaz

Ashriel

Ashur

Ashvath

Asiel

Asnah

Asnapper

Aspatha

Asriel

Asshur

Asshurim

Assir

Assur

Asyncritus

Ater

Athaiah

Athaliah

Athlai

Attai

Augustus

Azaliah

Azaniah

Azarael

Azareel

Azariah

Azaz

Azaziah

Azbuk

Azel

Azgad

Aziel

Aziza

Azmaveth

Azor

Azriel

Azrikam

Azur

Azzan

Azzur

Baal

Baal-Hanan

Baalis

Baana

Baanah

Baaseiah

Baasha

Bakbakkar

Bakbuk

Bakbukiah

Balaam

Balac

Baladan

Balak

Bani

Barabbas

Barachel

Barak

Bariah

Bar-Jesus

Barkos

Barnabas

Barsabas

Barsabbas

Bartholomew

Bartimaeus

Baruch

Barzillai

Bavai

Bazlith

Bazluth

Bealiah

Bebai

Becher

Bechorath

Bedad

Bedan

Bedeiah

Beeliada

Beera

Beerah

Beeri

Bela

Belah

Belshazzar

Belteshazzar

Benaiah

Ben-Ammi

Ben-Hadad

Ben-Hail

Ben-Hanan

Beninu

Benjamin

Beno

Benoni

Ben-Zoheth

Beor

Bera

Berachah

Berachiah

Beraiah

Berechiah

Bered

Beri

Beriah

Berodach-Baladan

Besai

Besodeiah

Beth-Gader

Bethlehem

Beth-Rapha

Bethuel

Beth-Zur

Bezai

Bezaleel

Bezer

Bichri

Bidkar

Bigtha

Bigthan

Bigthana

Bigvai

Bildad

Bilgah

Bilgai

Bilhan

Bilshan

Bimhal

Binea

Binnui

Birsha

Birzavith

Bishlam

Biztha

Blastus

Boaz

Bocheru

Booz

Bukki

Bukkiah

Bunah

Bunni

Buz

Buzi

Caesar

Caiaphas

Cain

Cainan

Calcol

Caleb

Canaan

Carcas

Careah

Carmi

Carpus

Carshena

Cephas

Chalcol

Chedorlaomer

Chelluh

Chelub

Chelubai

Chenaanah

Chenani

Chenaniah

Cheran

Chesed

Chileab

Chilion

Chimham

Chislon

Chushan-

Rishathaim

Chuza

Cis

Claudius

Clement

Cleopas

Cleophas

Colhozeh

Conaniah

Coniah

Cononiah

Core

Cornelius

Cosam

Coz

Crescens

Crispus

Cush

Cushi

Cyrenius

Cyrus

Dalaiah

Dalphon

Dan

Daniel

Dara

Darda

Darius

Darkon

Dathan

David

Debir

Dedan

Dekar

Delaiah

Demas

Demetrius

Deuel

Diblaim

Dibri

Didymus

Diklah

Dionysius

Diothephes

Dishan

Dishon

Dodai

Dodanim

Dodavah

Dodo

Doeg

Dumah

Ebal

Ebed

Ebed-Melech

Eber

Ebiasaph

Eden

Eder

Edom

Eglon

Ehi

Ehud

Eker

Eladah

Elah

Elam

Elasah

Eldaah

Eldad

Elead

Eleasah

Eleazar

Elhanan

Eli

Eliab

Eliada

Eliadah

Eliah

Eliahba

Eliakim

Eliam

Elias

Eliasaph

Eliashib

Eliathah

Elidad

Eliel

Elienai

Eliezer

Elihoenai

Elihoreph

Elihu

Elijah

Elika

Elimelech

Elioenai

Eliphal

Eliphalet

Eliphaz

Elipheleh

Eliphelet

Eliseus

Elisha

Elishah

Elishama

Elishaphat

Elishua

Eliud

Elizaphan

Elizur

Elkanah

Elmodam

Elnaam

Elnathan

Elon

Elpaal

Elpalet

Eluzai

Elymas

Elzabad

Elzaphan

Emmor

Enan

Enoch

Enos

Enosh

Epaenetus

Epaphras

Epaphroditus

Ephah

Ephai

Epher

Ephlal

Ephod

Ephraim

Ephron

Er

Eran

Erastus

Eri

Esaias

Esar-Haddon

Esau

Eshbaal

Eshban

Eshcol

Eshek

Eshtemoa

Eshtemoh

Eshton

Esli

Esrom

Etam

Ethan

Ethbaal

Ethnan

Ethni

Eubulus

Eutychus

Evi

Evil-Merodach

Ezar

Ezbai

Ezbon

Ezekias

Ezer

Ezra

Ezri

Felix

Festus

Fortunatus

Gaal

Gabbai

Gad

Gaddi

Gaddiel

Gadi

Gaham

Gahar

Gaius

Galal

Gallio

Gamaliel

Gamul

Gareb

Gashmu

Gatam

Gazez

Gazzam

Geber

Gedaliah

Gedeon

Gedor

Gehazi

Gemalli

Gemariah

Genubath

Gera

Gershom

Gershon

Gesham

Geshem

Gether

Geuel

Gibbar

Gibea

Giddalti

Giddel

Gideon

Gideoni

Gilalai

Gilead

Ginath

Ginnetho

Gennethon

Gispa

Gog

Goliath

Gomer

Guni

Haahashtari

Habaiah

Habakkuk

Habaziniah

Hachaliah

Hachmoni

Hadad

Hadadezer

Hadarezer

Hadlai

Hadoram

Hagab

Hagaba

Hagabah

Haggai

Haggeri

Haggi

Haggiah

Hakkatan

Hakkoz

Hakupha

Hallohesh

Halohesh

Ham

Haman

Hammath

Hammedatha

Hammelech

Hamor

Hammuel

Hamuel

Hamul

Hanameel

Hanamel

Hanan

Hananeel

Hanani

Hananiah

Haniel

Hanniel

Hanoch

Hanun

Haran

Harbona

Harbonah

Hareph

Harhaiah

Harhas

Harhur

Harim

Hariph

Harnepher

Haroeh

Harum

Harumaph

Haruz

Hasadiah

Hasenuah

Hashabiah

Hashabnah

Hashabniah

Hashbadana

Hashem

Hashub

Hashubah

Hashum

Hashupha

Hasrah

Hassenaah

Hasshub

Hasupha

Hatach

Hathath

Hatipha

Hatita

Hattil

Hattush

Havilah

Hazael

Hazaiah

Hazarmaveth

Haziel

Hazo

Heber

Hebron

Hegai

Hege

Heldai

Heleb

Heled

Helek

Helem

Helez

Heli

Helkai

Helon

Hemam

Heman

Hemath

Hemdan

Hen

Hendad

Henoch

Hepher

Heresh

Hermas

Hermes

Hermogenes

Herod

Herodion

Hesed

Heth

Hezeki

Hezekiah

Hezion

Hezir

Hezrai

Hezro

Hezron

Hiddai

Hiel

Hilkiah

Hille

Hinnom

Hirah

Hiram

Hizkiah

Hizkijah

Hobab

Hod

Hodaiah

Hodaviah

Hodevah

Hodiah

Hodijah

Hoham

Homam

Hophni

Horam

Hori

Hosah

Hosea

Hoshaiah

Hoshama

Hoshea

Hotham

Hothan

Hothir

Hul

Hupham

Huppah

Huppim

Hur

Hurai

Huram

Huri

Hushah

Hushai

Husham

Hushim

Huz

Hymenaeus

Ibhar

Ibneiah

Ibnijah

Ibri

Ibzan

Ichabod

Idbash

Iddo

Igal

Igdaliah

Igeal

Ikkesh

Ilai

Imla

Imlah

Imma

Immer

Imnah

Imrah

Imri

Iphedeiah

Ir

Ira

Irad

Iram

Iri

Irijah

Irnahash

Iru

Isaac

Isaachar

Isaiah

Ishbah

Ishbak

Ishbi-Benob

Ishbosheth

Ishi

Ishiah

Ishijah

Ishma

Ishmael

Ishmaiah

Ishmerai

Ishod

Ishpan

Ishuah

Ishuai

Ishui

Ismachiah

Ismaiah

Ispah

Israel

Isshiah

Isuah

Isui

Ithai

Ithamar

Ithiel

Ithmah

Ithra

Ithran

Ithream

Ittai

Izehar

Izhar

Izrahiah

Izri

Jaakan

Jaakobah

Jaala

Jaalah

Jaalam

Jaanai

Jaare-Oregim

Jaasau

Jaasiel

Jaazaniah

Jaaziah

Jaaziel

Jabal

Jabesh

Jabez

Jabin

Jachan

Jachin

Jacob

Jada

Jadau

Jaddua

Jadon

Jahath

Jahaziah

Jahaziel

Jahdai

Jahdiel

Jahdo

Jahleel

Jahmai

Jahzeel

Jahzerah

Jahziel

Jair

Jairus

Jakan

Jakeh

Jakim

Jalon

Jambres

James

Jamin

Jamlech

Janna

Jannes

Japheth

Japhia

Japhlet

Jarah

Jareb

Jared

Jaresiah

Jarha

Jarib

Jaroah

Jashen

Jashobeam

Jashub

Jashubi-Lehem

Jason

Jathniel

Javan

Jaziz

Jeaterai

Jeberechiah

Jecamiah

Jechonias

Jeconiah

Jedaiah

Jediael

Jedidiah

Jeduthun

Jeezer

Jehaleleel

Jehalelel

Jehdeiah

Jehezekel

Jehiah

Jehiel

Jehieli

Jehizkiah

Jehoadah

Jehoahaz

Jehoash

Jehohanan

Jehoiachin

Jehoiada

Jehoiakim

Jehoiarib

Jehonadab

Jehonathan

Jehoram

Jehoshaphat

Jehoshua

Jehoshuah

Jehozabad

Jehozadak

Jehu

Jehubbah

Jehucal

Jehudi

Jehush

Jeiel

Jekameam

Jekamiah

Jekuthiel

Jemuel

Jephthae

Jephthah

Jephunneh

Jerah

Jerahmeel

Jered

Jeremai

Jeremiah

Jeremias

Jeremoth

Jeremy

Jeriah

Jeribai

Jeriel

Jerijah

Jerimoth

Jeroboam

Jeroham

Jerubbaal

Jerubbesheth

Jesaiah

Jese

Jeshaiah

Jesharelah

Jeshebeab

Jesher

Jeshishai

Jeshohaiah

Jeshua

Jeshuah

Jesiah

Jesimiel

Jesui

Jesus

Jether

Jetheth

Jethro

Jetur

Jeuel

Jeush

Jeuz

Jezaniah

Jezer

Jeziah

Jeziel

Jezliah

Jezoar

Jezrahiah

Jezreel

Jibsam

Jidlaph

Jimna

Jimnah

Joab

Joah

Joahaz

Joash

Joatham

Job

Jobab

Joed

Joel

Joelah

Joezer

Jogli

Joha

Johanan

John

Joiada

Joiakim

Joiarib

Jokim

Jokshan

Joktan

Jona

Jonadab

Jonah

Jonan

Jonas

Jonathan

Jorah

Joram

Jorim

Jorkoam

Josabad

Josaphat

Jose

Josedech

Joseph

Joses

Joshah

Joshaphat

Joshaviah

Joshbekashah

Joshua

Josiah

Josias

Josibiah

Josiphiah

Jotham

Jozabad

Jozachar

Jozadak

Jubal

Jucal

Juda

Judah

Judas

Jude

Julius

Junia

Jushab-Hesed

Justus

Kadmiel

Kallai

Kanan

Kareah

Kedar

Kedemah

Keilah

Kelaiah

Kelita

Kemuel

Kenaz

Keros

Kirjath-Jearim

Kish

Kishi

Kittim

Kohath

Kolaiah

Korah

Kore

Koz

Kushaiah

Laadah

Laadan

Laban

Lael

Lahad

Lahmi

Laish

Lamech

Lapidoth

Lazarus

Lebana

Lebanah

Lebbaeus

Lecah

Lehabim

Lemuel

Letushim

Leummim

Levi

Libni

Likhi

Linus

Lo-Ammi

Lot

Lotan

Lucas

Lucifer

Lucius

Lud

Ludim

Luke

Lysanias

Lysias

Maacah

Maachah

Maadai

Maadiah

Maai

Maaseiah

Maasiai

Maath

Maaz

Maaziah

Machbanai

Machi

Machir

Machnadebai

Madai

Madmannah

Magbish

Magdiel

Magog

Magor-Missabib

Magpiash

Mahalah

Mahalaleel

Mahali

Maharai

Mahath

Mahazioth

Maher-Shalal-Hash-Baz

Mahlah

Mahli

Mahlon

Mahol

Malachi

Malcham

Malchiah

Malchiel

Malchijah

Malchiram

Malchi-Shua

Malchus

Maleleel

Mallothi

Maluch

Mamre

Manaen

Manahath

Manasseh

Manasses

Manoah

Maoch

Maon

Marcus

Mareshah

Mark

Marsena

Mash

Massa

Mathusala

Matri

Mattan

Mattaniah

Mattatha

Mattathah

Mattathias

Mattenai

Matthan

Matthat

Matthew

Matthias

Mattithiah

Mebunnai

Medad

Medan

Mehetabeel

Mehetabel

Mehida

Mehir

Mehujael

Mehuman

Mehunim

Melatiah

Melchi

Melchiah

Melchisedec

Melchishua

Melchizedek

Melea

Melech

Melicu

Melzar

Memucan

Menahem

Menan

Meonothai

Mephibosheth

Meraiah

Meraioth

Merari

Mered

Meremoth

Meres

Merib-Baal

Merodach–Baladan

Mesech

Mesha

Meshach

Meshech

Meshelemiah

Meshezabeel

Meshillemith

Meshillemoth

Meshobab

Meshullam

Methusael

Methuselah

Meunim

Mezahab

Miamin

Mibhar

Mibsam

Mibzar

Micah

Micaiah

Micha

Michael

Michah

Michaiah

Michri

Midian

Mijamin

Mikloth

Mikneiah

Milalai

Miniamin

Mirma

Mishael

Misham

Mishma

Mishmannah

Mispereth

Mithredath

Mizpar

Mizraim

Mizzah

Mnason

Moab

Moadiah

Molid

Mordecai

Moses

Moza

Muppim

Mushi

Naam

Naaman

Naarai

Naashon

Naasson

Nabal

Naboth

Nachon

Nachor

Nadab

Nagge

Naham

Nahamani

Naharai

Nahari

Nahash

Nahath

Nahbi

Nahor

Nahshon

Nahum

Naphish

Naphtali

Narcissus

Nathan

Nathanael

Nathan-Melech

Naum

Neariah

Nebai

Nebaioth

Nebajoth

Nebat

Nebo

Nebuchadnezzar

Nebuchadrezzar

Nebushasban

Nebuzar-Adan

Necho

Nedabiah

Nehemiah

Nehum

Nekoda

Nemuel

Nepheg

Nephish

Nephthalim

Ner

Nereus

Nergal-Sharezer

Neri

Neriah

Nethaneel

Nethaniah

Neziah

Nicanor

Nicodemus

Nicolas

Niger

Nimrod

Nimshi

Noadiah

Noah

Nobah

Nogah

Nohah

Non

Nun

Nymphas

Obadiah

Obal

Obed

Obed-Edom

Obil

Ocran

Oded

Og

Ohad

Ohel

Olympas

Omar

Omri

On

Onam

Onan

Onesimus

Onesiphorus

Ophir

Ophrah

Oreb

Oren

Ornan

Osee

Oshea

Othni

Othniel

Ozem

Ozias

Ozni

Paarai

Padon

Pagiel

Pahath-Moab

Palal

Pallu

Palti

Paltiel

Parmashta

Parmenas

Parnach

Parosh

Parshandatha

Paruah

Pasach

Paseah

Pashur

Pathrusim

Patrobas

Paul

Pedahel

Pedahzur

Pedaiah

Pekah

Pekahiah

Pelaiah

Pelaliah

Pelatiah

Peleg

Pelet

Peleth

Peniel

Penuel

Peresh

Perez

Perida

Persis

Peter

Pethahiah

Pethuel

Peulthai

Phalec

Phallu

Phalti

Phaltiel

Phanuel

Pharaoh

Pharaoh-Hophra

Pharaoh-Necho

Phares

Pharez

Pharosh

Phaseah

Phichol

Philemon

Philetus

Philip

Philologus

Phinehas

Phlegon

Phurah

Phut

Phuvah

Phygellus

Pilate

Pildash

Pileha

Piltai

Pinon

Piram

Pispah

Pithon

Pochereth

Poratha

Porcius

Potiphar

Poti-Pherah

Prochorus

Pua

Puah

Publius

Pudens

Pul

Put

Putiel

Quartus

Raamah

Raamiah

Rabmag

Rabsaris

Rabshakeh

Raddai

Ragau

Raguel

Raham

Rakem

Ram

Ramiah

Ramoth

Rapha

Raphah

Raphu

Reaia

Reaiah

Reba

Rechab

Reelaiah

Regem

Regem-Melech

Rehabiah

Rehob

Rehoboam

Rehoboth

Rehum

Rei

Rekem

Remaliah

Rephael

Rephah

Rephaiah

Resheph

Reu

Reuben

Reuel

Rezia

Rezin

Rezon

Rhesa

Ribai

Rimmon

Riphath

Roboam

Rohgah

Romamti-Ezer

Rosh

Rufus

Sabta

Sabtah

Sabtecha

Sabtechah

Sacar

Sadoc

Sala

Salah

Salathiel

Sallai

Salma

Salmon

Salu

Samgar-Nebo

Samlah

Samson

Samuel

Sanballat

Saph

Saraph

Sargon

Sarsechim

Saruch

Saul

Sceva

Seba

Secundus

Segub

Seir

Seled

Sem

Semachiah

Semei

Senaah

Sennacherib

Senuah

Seorim

Seraiah

Sered

Sergius Paulus

Serug

Seth

Sethur

Shaaph

Shaashgaz

Shabbethai

Shachia

Shadrach

Shage

Shaharaim

Shallum

Shallun

Shalmai

Shalman

Shalmaneser

Shama

Shamed

Shamer

Shamgar

Shamhuth

Shamir

Shamma

Shammah

Shammai

Shammoth

Shammua

Shammuah

Shamsherai

Shapham

Shaphan

Shaphat

Sharai

Sharar

Sharezer

Shashai

Shashak

Shaul

Shavsha

Sheal

Shealtiel

Sheariah

Shear-Jashub

Sheba

Shebaniah

Sheber

Shebna

Shebuel

Shecaniah

Shechaniah

Shechem

Shedeur

Shehariah

Shelah

Shelemiah

Sheleph

Shelesh

Shelomi

Shelomith

Shelomoth

Shelumiel

Shem

Shema

Shemaah

Shemaiah

Shemariah

Shemember

Shemer

Shemida

Shemidah

Shemiramoth

Shemuel

Shenazar

Shephatiah

Shephi

Shepho

Shephupham

Shephuphan

Sherebiah

Sheresh

Sherezer

Sheshai

Sheshan

Sheshbazzar

Shetar-Boznai

Sheth

Shethar

Sheva

Shilhi

Shillem

Shiloni

Shilshah

Shimea

Shimeah

Shimeam

Shimei

Shimeon

Shimhi

Shimi

Shimma

Shimon

Shimrath

Shimri

Shimrom

Shimron

Shimshai

Shinab

Shiphi

Shiphtan

Shisha

Shishak

Shitrai

Shiza

Shobab

Shobach

Shobai

Shobal

Shobek

Shobi

Shoham

Shomer

Shophach

Shua

Shuah

Shual

Shubael

Shuham

Shuni

Shupham

Shuppim

Shuthelah

Sia

Siaha

Sibbecai

Sibbechai

Sichem

Sidon

Sihon

Silas

Silvanus

Simeon

Simon

Simri

Sippai

Sisamai

Sisera

So

Socho

Sodi

Solomon

Sopater

Sophereth

Sosipater

Sosthenes

Sotai

Stachys

Stephanas

Stephen

Suah

Susi

Sychar

Sychem

Tabbaoth

Tabeal

Tabeel

Tabrimon

Tahan

Tahath

Tahrea

Talmai

Talmon

Tamah

Tanhumeth

Tappuah

Tarah

Tarea

Tarshish

Tartan

Tatnai

Tebah

Tebaliah

Tehinnah

Tekoa

Telah

Telem

Tema

Teman

Temani

Temeni

Terah

Teresh

Tertius

Tertullus

Thaddaeus

Thahash

Thamah

Thara

Tharshish

Theophilus

Theudas

Thomas

Tiberius

Tibni

Tidal

Tiglath-Pileser

Tikvah

Tikvath

Tilgath-Pilneser

Tilon

Timaeus

Timna

Timnah

Timon

Timotheus

Timothy

Tiras

Tirhakah

Tirhanah

Tiria

Tirshatha

Titus

Toah

Tob-Adonijah

Tobiah

Tobijah

Togarmah

Tohu

Toi

Tola

Tou

Trophimus

Tubal

Tubal-Cain

Tychicus

Tyrannus

Ucal

Uel

Ulam

Ulla

Unni

Ur

Urbane

Uri

Uriah

Urias

Uriel

Urijah

Uthai

Uz

Uzai

Uzal

Uzza

Uzzah

Uzzi

Uzzia

Uzziah

Uzziel

Vajezatha

Vaniah

Vashni

Vophsi

Zaavan

Zabad

Zabbai

Zabbud

Zabdi

Zabdiel

Zabud

Zaccai

Zacchaeus

Zacchur

Zaccur

Zachariah

Zacharias

Zacher

Zadok

Zaham

Zalaph

Zalmon

Zalmunna

Zanoah

Zaphnath-Paaneah

Zaphon

Zara

Zarah

Zatthu

Zattu

Zavan

Zaza

Zebadiah

Zebah

Zebedee

Zebina

Zebul

Zebulun

Zechariah

Zecher

Zedekiah

Zeeb

Zelek

Zelophehad

Zelotes

Zemira

Zenas

Zephaniah

Zephi

Zepho

Zephon

Zerah

Zerahiah

Zereth

Zeri

Zeror

Zerubbabel

Zetham

Zethan

Zethar

Zia

Ziba

Zibeon

Zibia

Zichri

Zidkijah

Zidon

Ziha

Zilthai

Zimmah

Zimran

Zimri

Zina

Ziph

Ziphah

Ziphion

Zippor

Zithri

Ziza

Zizah

Zohar

Zoheth

Zophah

Zophai

Zophar

Zorobabel

Zuar

Zuph

Zur

Zuriel

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Table of Contents

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What’s in a Name?

The Deciding Factors

Guide to Using Name Listings

Alphabetical Listings of Names

List of Bible Names

Birthstones and Flowers

Heritage of Names

Our Favorite Girl Names

Our Favorite Boy Names

WHAT’S IN A NAME

THE DECIDING FACTRS

Aran

Abigail

Habaiah

Aviel

Adiel

Adeline

Adelaide

Addi

Adalia

Adael

Hadlai

Hasani

Ihsan

Aya

Asia

Iesha

Eileen

Hakim

Axel

Aliah

Althea

Alphonso

Allie

Alea

Elissa

Elysia

Lissa

Alan

Aletha

Elton

Elva

Elvin

Elvis

Alisa

Mandie

Ember

Emelia

Emily