Names That Mean Fame or Fortune

The surname Costner appeared on the charts in 2021, and it was high time, given the popularity of other financial-themed surnames such as Banks and Ledger. Actor Kevin Costner makes it a familiar choice.

This name of a famous Booth Tarkington novel is alien in today's world.

A winning choice for a son.

The second most common numerical -illion name, after Million. Probably because of the outdated nickname Bill.

The most common of the -illion numerical names, which are rising up the ranks.

A medieval Italian name that could work in modern times.

This mythological name of the Norse god of winter sounds, uh, ill.

This Croation take on Russian stalwart Vladimir has a softer sound that may appeal to many.

The name of the Hindu elephant-headed god of success and wisdom, son of Shiva and Parvati.

Soft and lovely option.

Should only be used when singing Christmas carols.

Hebrew name with a bountiful meaning but a less-than-attractive sound.

A rising choice in the US, where money-related names are becoming more fashionable.

This Basque name also has a variation: Aintzane.

Radomir is derived from the Slavic elements rad, meaning "happy" or "joy," and mir, "world," "peace," or "fame."

A new addition to the name pool in 2020, along with Kurrency.

Akudo is an Igbo-Nigerian name stemming from the Igbo word 'udo' meaning peace. Unlike other names containing the name "Udo", Akudo is a feminine name.

Richeza was a name that had its heyday in the Middle Ages but has since fallen into disuse. Richeza, and its variation Richenza, were used by the Swedish and Polish royal families. In a modern context, Richeza could be used to honor an important Richard in the family.

Yoruba parents traditionally give their babies names that confer hopes and dreams upon them. A name like Abimbola is thought to inspire wealth.

The name of the mother of Miriam, Aaron and Moses in the Old Testament. Yocheved was also the name of one of the three daughters of the medieval Talmudic scholar, Rashi.