110+ Names That Mean Blessing

Cadeau puts a decidedly French-ified twist on the word name trend, but don't be surprised if you encounter ponies and poodles with the same moniker.

In fashion limbo with Anita and Juanita.

Feodora is an interesting choice for the intrepid name-giver, especially with the dynamic nickname Feo.

One of the most unusual of the "iah" names, it comes with the appealing and usable nickname Zev.

Its resonant rhythm and positive connotations have led to some popularity with African-American parents, though it tends to have a masculine feel, particularly considering the rise of a certain Barack.

A bit pharmaceutical, not to mention hatlike.

Jenica might work if you can't decide between Jennifer and Jessica. It's certainly a more distinctive option.

An appealing Hindi name borne by Mindy Kahling's architect father Avu Chokalingam. She bestowed it on her son Spencer as a middle name in 2020.

A joyous, celebratory-sounding name.

A super quirky and upbeat choice, if it can ever shake off its ubiquitous-guy Woody Allen identity.

Diarra has a nice meaning, but we could see it leading to possible teasing re association with a certain digestive problem.

A nice meaning -- congruent with the recent vogue for names like Blessing -- helps offset this Hawaiian name's proximity to overused Makayla and McKenzie.

Selig comes from the Yiddish vocabulary word meaning 'happy, fortunate, blessed.' Most of us are more familiar with its Woody Allen variation, Zelig.

Some parents might like this energetic diminutive for Dorothy used in the Bush family, though the traditional Dottie and Dot seem to be coming back.

Has a feminine feline feel.

The most modern choice in this group, and the most distinctive; the Gwyn form is a common male name in Wales.