Names That Mean Sweet

  1. Ihanelma
    • Origin:

      Finnish
    • Meaning:

      "lovely, sweet"
    • Description:

      Invented in the early 20th century, along with similar names Sanelma and Anelma. Ihanelma was derived from the Finnish word ihana, meaning "lovely" or "sweet."
  2. Xalwo
    • Origin:

      Somali
    • Meaning:

      "sweet; halva"
    • Description:

      Xalwo is the name of a Somali dessert made out of sugar, ghee, cornstarch, and spices. It is cognates with "halva," which is derived from an Arabic root meaning "sweet." Unlike halva, Xalwo is occasionally used as a given name.