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50 Baby Names That Mean Hope for Your Baby Girl or Boy

6 min read

Ready to pick out names for your baby? There are thousands of names out there, but choosing one that means the most to you will be the best and most unique name for your baby.

There’s so much sadness and fear going around today, it’s so easy to become anxious as a mum, especially now that you’re bringing another human being into the world. However, you know that despite these dark times, your baby’s arrival will be a glimmer of hope for the whole family. 

Have you ever thought of naming your baby with names meaning hope or miracle? If so, you’ve come to the right place. Scroll down to find a lot of beautiful baby names that mean hope.

50 Baby Names That Mean Hope

Here are names meaning hope or miracle for boys and girls.

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  • Aurora

What could possibly be more energising than a new day? Despite being the name of a Disney princess, it also means “dawn.” 

It is thought that Aurora, the Roman goddess of dawn, wept tears that turned into dew in the morning. She was said to move across the sky from East to West each dawn, announcing the sun’s coming, rejuvenating herself. 

  • Amil

This name comes from an Arabic name which means “hope”. You can also call him or her, Amal.

  • Bodhi: names that mean hope and strength boy

The meaning of this name, which has Indian origins, is “awakening enlightenment,” and it can be used for both boys and girls.

  • Claire

Claire means “young green shoot” which also portrays new life.

  • Charise

Charise or Charis means “grace” – so hopeful and bright.

  • Daisy

Daisy means “young, healthy, and vivacious”. It is also derived from the name of a flower’s “day’s eye,” which blooms at dawn (the French word for the flower is Marguerite).

  • Deene

This name is rooted in French which means “hope”.

  • Munia

The Arabic name Munia, which means “hope and wish,” was particularly well-liked throughout the 1960s. Its elegance and sophistication drew in parents. Please refrain from abbreviating it to Munni. It can also be spelled as Muniah.

  • Elena

Elena, your child will unquestionably be a “bright glittering star.”

  • Ellie

Ellie, like Elena, means “bright sparkling one.”

  • Fidel

The top 100 boys’ names in Europe have continuously included the Latin name Fidel, which means “faithful.” The 17th President of Cuba, Fidel Alejandro Castro, is the person with this name who is most well-known.

  • Faith

In English, the word “faith” denotes trust or belief in the Supreme Being, or God. However, this name has far more connotations than just religious ones. Its origins are in the Latin word “fides,” which was itself derived from the Old English word “fied” and means “trust and belief.”

  • Lux

You can gift a newborn boy or girl with this upbeat baby name that means “light” to help them navigate life.

  • Kiara

Chiara and Ciara, which are both of Italian and Irish origin, could be seen as Kiara-related names. While Ciara is the feminine form of the male given name Ciar, derived from the old Irish car, meaning “dark,” Chiara is the Italian form of Clara, meaning “bright” or “clear,” and Kiara is an Australian name derived from an Aboriginal word for the white cockatoo and has roots as a Korean name meaning “the first ray of sun.”

  • Minette

Minette is described as a “faithful protector.”

  • Vita

Vita means “life,” and where there is life, there is hope.

  • Charity

Charity which means “kindness and self-sacrificing love,” suggests a willingness to give things away to the less fortunate.

  • Nadine

During the fad for French-sounding names in the 1920s and 1930s, the name Nadine, which means “hope,” gained popularity.

  • Phoenix

Although its name literally translates to “dark red,” the phoenix is a mythical bird that rises from its own ashes and represents immortality and hope.

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  • Zita

Zita is spanish for “hope,” or “fresh hope”.

  • Hiwa

We think Hiwa, a girl’s name that means “hope,” would be a special choice for your kid because Kurdish names are scarce outside their native country.

  • Asha

In Indian culture, the name Asha is associated with various meanings. The ash tree, a tree of enormous spiritual significance to the Norse and Celtic people, is another association you might draw with this name. It means “alive,” “happy,” and in Sanskrit, it represents “hope.”

  • Dove

This girl’s name, like the bird, stands for peace and optimism.

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  • Aileen

Aileen means “bright, shining light.” Definitely full of hope.

  • Nova

The newness of a day, an idea, or an experience embodies hope. This girl’s name derives from Latin roots and implies “hope.”

  • Elema

The name of this girl, which is Bosnian and has a similar meaning to Amal, means “inspiration” or “hope.”

  • Ashlyn

Ashlyn is another variation for names that mean hope and strength.

  • Saki

Saki, which translates to “flower and hope” in Japanese, is a tasty alternative to Suki. It is one of the most popular and useful names for Asian girls. Even Sachiko can be referred to by this nickname.

 
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  • Iris

This Greek word is rendered as “rainbow”, a symbol of hope.

  • Creda

The English name Creda, which means “faith,” is something to consider for names meaning hope or miracle

  • Esperanza

This vibrant and lively Spanish name, which translates to “hope,” comes from the Latin word sperare.

  • Ayla

Ayla is Turkish for “halo of light around the moon”.

  • Nina

The name of this girl has Arabic and Indian ancestry, and it signifies “hope of love.”

  • Laelyn

Native American in origin and with floral connotations, this girl’s name translates to “flower of hope.”

  • Femi

The meaning of this sweet name, which has Egyptian roots, is “love and hope.”

  • Amaani

Amaani, which is mild and loving and signifies “hope,” is undoubtedly a great choice. The main reason why this Arabic favourite can gain popularity in Europe and America is because of its similarity to the name Amari.

  • Violet

According to floral symbolism, the magnificent purple blossom also stands for “faith.” Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck only recently made the decision to use it for their child.

  • Nadia

The Russian name Nadezhda, which means hope, is essentially a pet form of the French name Nadya. This name is spelled Nadia in English. This moniker has developed on its own, independently, and since the 20th century. The gymnast from Romania named Nadia Comănecim is the name’s most well-known bearer.

  • Tumaini

This name is also used in Tanzania, Swahili, and Egypt. It is used for both boys and girls and denotes “hope.”

  • Phelipe: names that mean hope and strength boy

Phelipe, is a Spanish name that means “hope origin.” You can call your baby Philip, Phillip, or Felipe.

We “hope” this list gave you the inspiration to think of a unique name for your little one! 

This article was written by Margaux Dolores and republished with permission from theAsianparent Philippines.

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