Names That Mean Love

In the Shona language of souther Africa, this simple and wearable boys' name means love.

This lovely French word name would also make a delighting middle name for a child of either sex.

A light-sounding name with a great meaning that could also appeal to non-Yiddish speakers. It is quite rare in the US, but on an upwards trend.

An increasing number of parents are using the Italian word for love as a baby name in the US.

Kerris is a much easier if less authentic phonetic spelling of the popular and pretty Welsh name Cerys.

Loving Italian choice with a built-in lullaby.

An upbeat and cheery name used in African-Yoruban culture.

Word name Love was a newcomer to the US Top 1000 in 2022, and was among the fastest rising names of the year. Lovelynn adds a bonus trendy -lynn ending, which may appeal to parents as feeling more name-like.

An unusual spin on Mila and Milena.

Derived from Welsh caru meaning "to love".

Like many Japanese names, Manami has several possible meanings. This sea-themed one is very appealing.

The Tahitian roots of Herenui are here, which means love, and nui, which means big. So this South Sea Islander name can be translated as "big love".

A common unisex name used frequently in South Africa.

Despite being etymologically unrelated, Aimi has a similar meaning to the name Amy, "beloved."

see AMADEUS

A modern invented name, taken directly from the French phrase "J'adore", meaning "I love".

A modern invented name, taken directly from the French phrase "J'adore", meaning "I love".

A Spanish term of endearment that first appeared on the charts in 2005, and is slowly gaining traction.