Names That Mean Lord

Cornish form of Griffin

Striking Sanskrit name that could easily cross cultures.

Zakhar would make a fresh way to honor a Zachary, particularly if you have Russian heritage.

A modern spelling of Jedidiah.

Like the original spelling Micah, more parents each year are considering this name for girls.

Variation of Gruffydd, the name that led to Griffith.

Adonijah was one of King David's sons in the Old Testament; this name (the accent is on the "ni" syllable) is waiting to be rediscovered.

This name is connected to the Basque myth of the Basajaunak. These giant hairy woodsmen and women purportedly taught humans about agriculture, animal husbandry and ironworking and were also responsible for erecting large megaliths across the region.

The original Russian name is Natalia, the French say Natalie or Noel or Noelle, and the Italians use this gender-neutral name. While Natale and its international cousins is traditionally given to babies born at Christmas time, it's certainly not reserved for that.

Commonly shortened to Sakari, which may have broader appeal.

Variant of Kesavan

Ilesha is an unusual choice that will undoubtedly be confused with similar and far more common names such as Alicia and Elissa.

Elaborate, ultra-feminine variation of Gianna.

The most common form of Natalia in Estonia, where there is a strong Russian influence on baby names.

An alternative spelling of biblical Jedidiah.

This rare Russian name ultimately derives from the masculine Greek name Kyriakos.

Currently fashionable in Slovenia.

Noadiah has biblical namesakes both male and female. The female Noadiah is a prophetess in the Book of Nehemiah, while the male Noadiah is mentioned in the Book of Ezra. Noa is a sweet and logical short form.