Names That Mean Cheeks
By Nameberry
Updated Thu Nov 30 2023
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- Gifford
Origin:
EnglishMeaning:
"puffy cheeks"Description:
Could catch on in tandem with the newfound popularity of Griffin and Griffith.
- Rumen
Origin:
Bulgarian, MacedonianMeaning:
"red-cheeked"Description:
A rare alternative to Roman or Ruben, with a sweet meaning for a rosy-cheeked baby boy.
- Giffard
Origin:
EnglishMeaning:
"puffy cheeks"Description:
A popular first name in the eleventh and twelfth centuries, giving rise to surnames Gifford et al. Could enjoy a comeback thanks to trendy Griffin.
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