Names That Mean Sweet
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Dulce
Latin
"sweet"
Popular Portuguese and Spanish name that refers to "dulce nombre de Maria" -- the sweet name of the Virgin Mary. English variant Dulcie has a different pronunciation, and is significantly less…
Dulcie
Latin, diminutive of Dulcibella
"sweet"
A sweet-meaning and sounding name dating back to the Roman Empire, and later found in the antebellum South, Dulcie has in the modern era been heard most often in Australia. In Agatha Christie's…
Rihanna
Arabic
"sweet basil"
Many will associate Rihanna with the Barbados-born singer, known mononymously by her middle name. During her early years of fame, when "Umbrella" was on the radio and "Take a Bow" was playing through…
Nemy
Mende
"sweet"
Friendly and energetic name from the Mende language of West Africa.
Roanna
Variation of Rosanna or Latin
"sweet"
Most modern parents would probably prefer the cooler Rowan.
Vevina
Scottish
"sweet lady"
This unusual name found in Scottish poetry would make a distinctive Gaelic pick.
Chan
Cambodian
"sweet smelling tree"
Whether it's an Asian surname-name or short for Channing, has a sound and feel that's both simple and stand-out.
Naaman
Hebrew
"sweet herbs"
The double a makes it special.
Quanah
Native American, Comanche
"sweet smelling, fragrant"
Name of a major figure in Indigenous history, Quanah Parker, a Comanche chief who became a judge on the Court of Indian Affairs. Quanah is derived from the Comanche word kwana , meaning "odor" or…
Shirin
Persian
"charming, sweet"
An attractive unisex choice heard in several countries, including Armenia. Can be pronounced sheer-IN or sheer-EEN.
Réka
Hungarian, meaning unknown
A zippy and concise Hungarian name, likely derived from Kreka, a historical name borne by one of Atilla the Hun's wives. It's a popular choice in Hungary where it ranks in the Top 100, however, it's…
Manju
Sanskrit
"pleasant, sweet"
This attractive Indian unisex name has a number of interesting variations with equally appealing meanings, including Manjula and Manjusha.
Dulcibella
Latin
"sweet and pretty"
Dulcibella is an old name that's fallen into disuse but may rise again with the new wave of fashionable names that end in -bel, -belle, and -bella. Behind the Name says that the medieval form of the…
Deucalion
Greek
"sweet sailor"
Various characters name Deucalion exist in Greek Mythology, including Deucalion, the son of Prometheus; Deucalion of Crete; Deucalion, son of Zeus; and Deucalion the solider, who is killed by…
Pipaluk
Greenlandic
"sweet little thing who belongs to me"
Consistently among the top 5 girls' names in Greenland for the past four decades, Pipaluk has one of the most adorable meanings going, and could make for a quirky route to Pip or Pippa. A famous…
Melat
Amharic, Ethiopian
"gift of God; fine linen; sweet"
Melat is a lovely girl name that is frequently used in Ethiopia. Several meanings of Melat are possible, including "gift of God", and "sweet". Melat also refers to the fine linen or silk woven in the…
Anush
Armenian
"sweet"
A saccharine Armenian choice that may call to mind other names from around the globe, including the Russian Annuskha and Sanskrit Anusha.
Melona
Greek
"sweet like honey"
Several "Mel" names are shining in the Top 1000, including Melody, Melanie, and Melina, and Melona is a sweet and unique alternative that was given to around 30 baby girls in 2022. Melona is also a…
Dulcemaria
Latin
"sweet lady"
A smoosh name of Dulce "sweet" and Maria, a reference to the Virgin Mary. Occasionally used in Latin America.
Madhur
Sanskrit
"sweet"
A unisex Indian name with a delightful meaning.
