Names That Mean Faith
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Vera
Russian
"faith"
Vera was the height of fashion in 1910, then was for a long time difficult to picture embroidered on a baby blanket. Now, though, it has come back into style along with other old-fashioned simple…
Imani
Arabic, Swahili
"faith"
Another strong Arabic name, related to Iman. Imani one is popular throughout the Muslim world but especially East Africa. It was chosen for her daughter by actress Jasmine Guy.
Amani
Variation of Imani, Arabic
"faith"
Popular with Muslim and African-American parents, this virtue name also fits in with the trendy i ending names being seen at the moment. It debuted on the US Top 1000 in 1996. Kenyan…
Dayana
Spanish, Kazakh
"heavenly, faith"
Dayana is an Hispanic variant of Diana, notably belonging to Venezuelan actress, model and producer Dayana Mendoza. It also belongs to a South American orchid whose name derives from the surname of…
Foy
Surname, from French
"faith"
This once-popular surname name (rhymes with Roy) has since faded away, but we think it has a simple, stylish charm.
Lafe
Variation of Leif, Diminutive of Lafayette, Scandinavian, French
"heir, descendant; faith"
In the 18th century, Lafe was the common short form of the French surname name Lafayette. A notable bearer was Lafe McKee, who acted in over 400 films during the first half of the 19th century.…
Fate
Short form of Lafayette, French, English word name
"faith; predestined, destiny, chance"
Briefly in the US Top 1000 in the late 19th century, Fate likely emerged as a short form for the old French name, Lafayette. In the contemporary landscape however, it may well be perceived as a word…
Lafayette
French
"faith"
Foppish name with a distinguished forebear, French general Marquis de Lafayette, who fought in the American Revolution. It accounts for the L in L. Ron Hubbard. Old-time short form: Fayette or Fate.
Din
Slavic from Arabic
"religion, faith"
Although it sounds like Dean, this name has different origins and is used in Slovenia and Bosnia as well as Arabic-speaking countries.
Aladdin
Arabic
"height of religion; excellent in faith"
We can't pretend that this name is not indelibly linked to the Disney's eponymous character, at least in the USA; but it's not a negative connotation and may appeal to you. Bosnian variation Aldin…
Emunah
Hebrew
"faith"
A little used Hebrew virtue name with a sweet, soft sound.
Amani
Variation of Imani, Arabic
"faith"
A Top 1000 pick for girls, but rising among baby boys as well.
Vérane
French variation of Vera, Russian
"faith"
Vérane is a French name largely unknown outside its native shores: No baby girls were given this name in the US last year. But with Vera's steady rise over the past decade or so, Vérane might be…
Fe
Spanish
"faith"
Relatively popular in Spain until the middle of the 20th century, this sweet and lively Spanish virtue name is also a Marian name, short for María de Fe. In Galician, it is sometimes also short for…
Imaan
Persian from Arabic
"faith"
Variant of Iman
Rutendo
Shona
"faith"
Rutendo is a unisex name used in southern Africa, particularly Zimbabwe. It is used more often among baby girls.
Imaan
Arabic
"faith"
Variantion of Iman borne by model Imaan Hammam.
Imena
African, Arabic
"dream; faith"
A worthy update for Imani.
Imee
Variation of Imena, African, Arabic
"dream; faith"
Unusual but appealing nickname that could really be used for any name starting with Im-, although most commonly Imena. We've also heard of it used as a short form of Imelda.
Emoni
Variation of Imani, Arabic
"faith"
A new, fast-rising Imani variation.
