Names That Mean Good

Keiji

Japanese

"lead cautiously; good history"

Guðmundr

Old Norse

"protection of God; good protection"

An ancient Scandinavian name borne by a legendary Norse king. It's more commonly seen today in the form of Guðmundur, a top name in Iceland.

Samran

Arabic

"good friend, converser at night"

A little-known Sam name with a lovely evocative meaning.

Guðmundur

Icelandic variation of Guðmundr, Old Norse

"protection of God; good protection"

The modern Icelandic form of Guðmundr, an Old Norse name derived from gud , which meant both "good" and "god," and mund> , "protection." Guðmundur is currently a Top 10 boy name in Iceland.

Eivor

Swedish, Norwegian

"careful island; island defender; good luck"

Traditionally a feminine name in Scandinavian culture, where these days it's mostly considered a grandmother name. Americans may associate it with Eivor Varinsdottir, a character from Assassain's…

Evangel

Greek

"good news"

If Angel is too popular for you, this super-rare related name might appeal, never given to more then 6 boys per year in the US.

Aimo

Finnish

"fair-sized, good amount"

Aimo was most common in Finland and Scandinavian during the first half of the 20th century.

Tashi

Tibetan

"good fortune"

Accessible and attractive Tibetan name used for both sexes.