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Patriotic Baby Names

  1. Washington

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "home of the Wassa people"

    • Description:

      Lincoln, Tyler, Taylor, Jackson, Jefferson, Harrison, McKinley, Grant, Kennedy, Carter -- yes. Washington -- probably not.
  2. Democracy

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "democracy, of the people"

    • Description:

      A big, bold, ultra-rare virtue name. Could it follow in the footsteps of Justice and Liberty?
  3. Ranier

    • Description:

      Ranier is a masculine name of Germanic origin, a variation of Rainier or Reginald, derived from "ragin" (advice) and "hari" (army), meaning "powerful army" or "wise warrior." The name carries royal associations through historical figures like Prince Rainier III of Monaco. Ranier blends sophistication with strength, offering a distinctive alternative to more common names like Raymond or Ryan. While never reaching mainstream popularity in English-speaking countries, it maintains steady usage among parents seeking an elegant yet strong name with European flair and historical depth.
  4. Bravery

    • Origin:

      Virtue name

    • Description:

      This one's cutting right to the chase, but with such names as Justice and Peace on the rise, why not? And we guarantee your seven-year-old son will love it, though your 17-year-old, maybe not so much. Could be used as a middle name, as Talisa Soto and Benjamin Bratt did.
  5. Hoover

    • Origin:

      German

    • Meaning:

      "owner of a patch of farmland"

    • Description:

      A huve is 40 acres of land, so the occupational name Hoover refers to the farmer who owned and worked it. Hoover also relates to the rock band, the vacuum cleaner, the dam, and former FBI head J. Edgar.
  6. Victory

    • Origin:

      English word name

    • Meaning:

      "victory"

    • Description:

      A winning unisex word name, fresher than Victoria or Victor. While Victory ranked only once on the US Top 1000, in 1918 at the end of World War I, it's a Top 25 name for girls in France.
  7. Yosemite

    • Origin:

      Native American tribal name

    • Meaning:

      "those who kill"

    • Description:

      The evocative name of one of our most beautiful national parks -- yes, but also the bombastic cartoon character, Yosemite Sam.
  8. North

    • Origin:

      Word name

    • Description:

      North's image and gender status was irrevocably changed when Kim Kardashian and Kanye West announced it as the name of their newborn daughter. But why not? West is firmly established as a name, Easton is coming up strong, and North has a nice solid sound as well -- certainly as appropriate for either gender. South, though, not so much.
  9. Prosperity

    • Origin:

      Word name

    • Description:

      Forget Patience and Charity: Here's a Colonial name (and sentiment) that seems perfect for modern times.
  10. Providence

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "divine protection or care"

    • Description:

      A Puritanical virtue name and also a place name, belonging to the state capital of Rhode Island and several other towns and cities in the US.
  11. President

    • Origin:

      Word name

    • Description:

      Exalted names like King, Royalty, and Messiah are all the rage—President seems like the next logical step.
  12. Amerigo

    • Description:

      Amerigo is a masculine Italian name best known through the explorer Amerigo Vespucci, for whom the Americas were named. Derived from Germanic elements, likely 'Amalric' or 'Emmerich,' combining words meaning 'work,' 'power,' or 'ruler' with 'rich' or 'mighty.' This gives Amerigo the impressive meaning of 'work-ruler' or 'powerful leader.' The name has remained consistently used in Italy but is quite rare elsewhere. It carries a strong historical resonance due to its connection with the naming of two continents. The rhythmic four-syllable pronunciation (ah-meh-REE-go) has a melodious Italian flair. For parents seeking a name with historical significance, continental connections, and Italian heritage, Amerigo offers a distinguished option with built-in geographical and historical importance.

  13. Eagle

    • Origin:

      Nature name

    • Meaning:

      "eagle, a bird"

    • Description:

      Solemn but soaring name with patriotic symbolism.
  14. Freedom

    • Origin:

      English word name

    • Meaning:

      "the quality or state of being free"

    • Description:

      Like Justice and Peace, this word name makes a very strong statement. Ving Rhames chose it for his boy.
  15. Americus

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "home ruler"

    • Description:

      Americus, the foundation for the place-name America, is a Latin name meaning "home ruler". Relatives include the Italian Amerigo and the German Emmerich.
  16. Diversity

    • Origin:

      Word name, English from Latin

    • Meaning:

      "diversity, variety"

    • Description:

      As a name, a bit too p. c.
  17. Richmond

    • Origin:

      German

    • Meaning:

      "powerful protector"

    • Description:

      Richmond is a place-name — it's the capital of Virginia, US, and a town in London, UK — that makes a fresh way to honor an ancestral Richard.
  18. Pacific

    • Origin:

      Ocean name; from Latin

    • Meaning:

      "tranquil"

    • Description:

      Pacific is an adventurous kind of place-name, with the added bonus of the association with peace.
  19. Bell

    • Origin:

      English and Scottish occupational name

    • Meaning:

      "ringer of the bell"

    • Description:

      Simplicity and pleasant associations give the word Bell real possibility as a first name -- but somehow it seems better for a girl, a la Belle.
  20. Montana

    • Origin:

      Spanish place-name; "mountainous"

    • Meaning:

      "mountainous"

    • Description:

      Relaxed western place-name that still has some masculine punch, but be warned: this whole posse of similarly trendy names, like Sierra and Dakota, will soon ride toward the sunset.