Names That Mean Cautious
By Nameberry
Updated Thu Nov 30 2023
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- Alvaro
Origin:
SpanishMeaning:
"elf warrior"Description:
Traditionally written with an accent (Álvaro), this is a well-used Spanish saint's name with a lot of flair that could definitely cross over to more general usage. It reached its peak in the United States in 1985, when it ranked Number 456. In Spain, Álvaro is a Top 20 boys' name.
- Prudent
Origin:
English virtue nameMeaning:
"cautious"Description:
Believe it or not, Prudence is on the rise for girls in both the US and UK. Could Prudent be next?
- Veremund
Origin:
GermanMeaning:
"cautious protection"Description:
Latinized form of a Germanic name, probably Waramunt. This was the name of a 5th-century king of Galicia. It was later the name of kings of Asturias and León, though their names are usually found in the Spanish form Bermudo.
- Prudent
Origin:
English virtue nameMeaning:
"cautious"Description:
Prudence is rising again for baby girls. Prudent feels like a more modern spin, even though it too has a Puritan history. Plus, it still gets you to that cute nickname Pru.
- Gunvor
Origin:
Swedish, Norwegian, and DanishMeaning:
"cautious in war"
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