Names That Mean Noble

This Old Germanic name combines the elements amal with fridu, giving it the charming meaning of "noble peace". It could make an intriguing and truly unexpected way to reach familiar nickname Alfie.

Amalfrid

Used as both a surname and a given name in Ghana, Serwa, also spelled Serwaa, is of Akan origin, likely referring to a woman who is noble, righteous and outstanding.
 
From Polish, the name could relate to the word serwatka meaning "whey" or to serwo meaning "to serve", making it an occupational name for those in service-based jobs. In this case, it would be pronounced SUR-vuh.

Serwa

A quirky nickname option, briefly popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Combining the feel of Vivie, Bertie, Birdie, and Gertie, it's both clunky and cute, though modern parents might think of advertisements or vertigo. 

Vertie

A Scandinavian feminine form of Ulrich, with a distinct U initial sound. While it's a classic where it comes from, it may sound a bit clunky abroad.

Ulrikke

Sometimes cited as an Anglicized form of the Spanish name Rosalia/Rosaelia, Zaelia may also derive from other similar-sounding names, like Azalea, Zelia or Zélie. With high-value Scrabble letters and the "ay" sound bang on-trend, it's surprising that this striking name remains so rare.

Zaelia

An old form of the adal family, an intriguing choice for those who like Adele, Adelaide, and Della, but also Athena and Estella. Athella is another spelling option.

Athela

Part Amalia, part Winifred, part Frederika, Amalfrida is an Old Germanic name, combining the elements amal and fridu, to give the charming meaning, "noble peace". With a hint of historical fantasy about it, it could make a memorable choice, but with grounding nicknames Molly, Mallie, Freddie, Alfie, Frida, and Ami.
 
Borne by a fifth century queen of the Vandals, other forms of the name include Amalfried and Amalfrieda, along with masculine form, Amalfrid.

Amalfrida

New England Patriots linebacker Adalius Thomas brought his Latinate name into the spotlight, and he has an equally unusual middle name--DONQUAIL.

Adalius

Also used as a feminine name, Alician is a rare masculine form of Alice, with similar sounds to Caspian, Alistair, and Cassian. It could simply mean "noble" from the Germanic element adal however, it could also be viewed as a compound name, blending Ian with the classic girl name, to generate the meaning "God is noble and gracious". 
 
It could make an interesting choice for someone wanting to honor an Alice.

Alician

This sunny Greek form of Alice with the trendy -i ending could be a great choice for parents looking for a unique and stylish way to get to the nickname Allie. Aliki is sometimes associated with the Greek word alikos meaning "scarlet".



Aliki

Like the other O' names, this is a wonderful way to pass down a family name.

O'grady

Keefe is an energetic Irish surname occasionally used as a first. Only caveat: Will people think your little Keefe is a Keith with enunciation problems?


Keefe

A smoosh name, combining Tamara and Alicia - or perhaps Tabitha, Talia, or Tamika with Felicia or Latisha. The name was first used in the 60s and peaked in the early 80s, though it is still given to at least 5 girls a year. 

Talisha

An Albanian word name — meaning "noble, gallant" — given to boys. 

Fisnik

A sweet and distinctive vintagesque smoosh name. 

Adamary

Part Amalia, part Winifred, Amalfried is an Old Germanic name with the beautiful meaning "noble peace". It may be a striking choice for a character in a historical fantasy novel, or perhaps for a baby, thanks to its familiar elements. 
 
Other variations of the name include Amalfrida, Amalfriede, and Amalfrieda, while the masculine form is Amalfrid.

Amalfried

Adamarie is an unusual compound name, combining Ad- names like Ada, Adele, Adelaide, and Adeline, all sharing the meaning "noble", with Marie, meaning "drop in the sea; beloved".  

This name feels a little like Adelaide, Emery, Adamina, and Adelyn at the same time. With a hint of both vintage and modern vibes, this name has a pleasing combined meaning. 

Adamarie

Alanda is a name with a number of possible origins, one being that it is an English smoosh name, combining Amanda with an Ala- name such as Alan or Alannah. It could also be an Afrikaans name, likely inspired by the Dutch Aland, which itself derives from the Germanic Adalland meaning "noble land".
 
Other theories include that it's a contracted form of Alexandra, a variation of Yolanda, or a form of the Arabic Ala ad-Din or Alanoud.

Alanda

This rare botanical choice is the proper name for brittlebushes or bush sunflowers, shrubs with small yellow flowers. The plant was named in honor of German biologist, Christophorus Enzelius, whose name could drive from an Old High German word meaning "noble", or from the German word for tend or canvas. 
 
While rarely used as a given name, Encelia has the familiar sounds of Emilia, Celia, Cecilia, Enya and Enara.

Encelia

A contemporary smoosh name that entered the stats in 2010. Merging two popular favorites seamlessly into one, Audriella has star quality thanks to namesakes Ella Fitzgerald and Audrey Hepburn. 


Audriella

Names that mean noble include some choices that have long been widely-used in the Western World, such as Alice, Audrey, and Eugene.

Along with variations of those popular names such as Allison and Audra, stylish names that mean noble include the Norse goddess name Freya, the lovely Welsh Arwen, and the Irish surname name Grady.

If you like the meaning noble, you may also want to explore names that mean king, queen, prince, princess, and royal.

One name with a noble meaning you'll want to stay away from is Adolph and all its variations.

Names that mean noble include some choices that have long been widely-used in the Western World, such as Alice, Audrey, and Eugene. Along with variations of those popular names such as Allison and Audra, stylish names that mean noble include the Norse goddess name Freya, the lovely Welsh Arwen, and the Irish surname name Grady. If you like the meaning noble, you may also want to explore names that mean king, queen, prince, princess, and royal. One name with a noble meaning you'll want to stay away from is Adolph and all its variations. (Page 9)