Names That Mean Good or Kind

  1. Euodia
    • Origin:

      Greek
    • Meaning:

      "a good journey"
    • Description:

      An unusual and melodious New Testament name
  2. Latif
    • Origin:

      Arabic
    • Meaning:

      "gentle, kind"
    • Description:

      Classic Muslim name representing one of the ninety-nine attributes of Allah; Queen Latifah has drawn attention to the feminine form of the name.
  3. Ebele
    • Origin:

      African
    • Meaning:

      "mercy, kindness"
    • Description:

      Igbo name made more familiar by its relationship to the popular Belle and Bella.
  4. Hiroko
    • Origin:

      Japanese
    • Meaning:

      "generous, fair"
    • Description:

      Commonly used in Japanese families.
  5. Omya
    • Origin:

      Nepali
    • Meaning:

      "help; kindness"
    • Description:

      For those looking for a name that connects to their Nepali heritage, Omya is a name that translates well.
  6. Chioma
    • Origin:

      African, Igbo
    • Meaning:

      "good God"
    • Description:

      Beautiful West African name that could appeal across cultures.
  7. Gwenda
    • Origin:

      Welsh
    • Meaning:

      "fair and good"
    • Description:

      The Good Witch's first cousin.
  8. Vanina
    • Origin:

      Portuguese and Spanish diminutive of Evangelina
    • Meaning:

      "bringer of good news"
    • Description:

      Vanina is a name that is, at first glance, miles apart from its origin. But once you say it aloud and look for it, you can see the direct line from Evangelina to Vanina. Vanina could also be a good alternative for people who like the sound of Vanille or Vanilla, but can't bring themselves to use a flavor as a name.
  9. Buona
    • Origin:

      Italian
    • Meaning:

      "good"
    • Description:

      Naming your child the word for good comes with no guarantees.
  10. Buena
    • Origin:

      Spanish
    • Meaning:

      "good, excellent"
    • Description:

      Affirmative adjective occasionally used as a name.