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English word name
"compassion"
The quality of mercy makes this lovely Puritan virtue name a quiet favorite today. Although it was most popular in the late nineteenth century, Mercy is on its way to a comeback -- it rose 143 spots…
Arabic
"mercy, grace, compassion"
A warm-sounding Arabic name with a gentle meaning, mentioned frequently in the Quran.
Hindi
The double vowel changes this name's pronunciation and gives it a novel twist.
Sanskrit
A beautiful Hindu name, now potentially marred for its similarity to "corona." Uma Thurman's middle name is Karuna.
Greek
"mercy, pity, compassion"
In Greek mythology, Eleos was the personification of pity, mercy, and clemency. It is equally a virtuous Greek word name, albeit rarely used.
Cornish
This could be a good option for people looking for a virtue name, though the virtue most people will understand will be different to the meaning.
Hebrew
"mercy, compassion"
This name -- the basic form is Rachamim -- is especially popular among Sephardic Jews.