170+ Names That Mean Warrior

  1. Gunilla
    • Origin:

      Swedish
    • Meaning:

      "battle maiden"
    • Description:

      This popular old Swedish name is not one that would appeal to many modern American parents, though shortening it to Nilla helps.
  2. Ditiyahihi
    • Origin:

      Cherokee
    • Meaning:

      "quarreler, wrangler"
    • Description:

      Originally a personal name meaning "quarreler" or "wrangler," Ditiyahihi was adopted as the Cherokee title for a lawyer.
  3. Feeney
    • Origin:

      Irish surname
    • Meaning:

      "soldier or warrior"
    • Description:

      Feeney is an Irish surname found mostly in northwest Ireland. It may rise in the US as a first name for girls along with such Irish surnames as Riley and Kennedy. Feeney might also be considered an out-of-the-box short form of Josephine.
  4. Kimball
    • Origin:

      Welsh
    • Meaning:

      "warrior chief"
    • Description:

      Now that Kimberly is no longer one of the top girl names, Kim or long form Kimball feel more gender neutral.
  5. Ojore
    • Origin:

      Teso
    • Meaning:

      "warrior"
    • Description:

      Strong African name with a meaning to match.
  6. Harv
    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Harvey; French
    • Meaning:

      "battle worthy"
    • Description:

      Short form of Harvey, variation of Harve.
  7. Clotille
    • Origin:

      Variation of Clotilde
    • Meaning:

      "famous in battle"
    • Description:

      This variation removes the d from the original spelling, making it even rarer. Clotilde may not see much usage in the US, but it is currently Number 431 in France.
  8. Bathilda
    • Origin:

      Germanic
    • Meaning:

      "battle"
    • Description:

      Derived from the Germanic element badu "battle" combined with Old Norse hildr "battle", this name belonged to a 7th-century English saint who became queen of the Franks after being sold to them as a slave.
  9. Utsidihi
    • Origin:

      Cherokee
    • Meaning:

      "mankiller"
    • Description:

      A Cherokee warrior rank that was borne by those who earned it, not given as a baby name.
  10. Nikostratos
    • Origin:

      Greek
    • Meaning:

      "army of victory"
    • Description:

      A lengthy Olde World route to Nick.
  11. Thurber
    • Origin:

      Norse
    • Meaning:

      "Thor the warrior"
    • Description:

      Pleasant surname connected to humorist James Thurber, with a sound as happy as a baby's gurgle.
  12. Vigga
    • Origin:

      Scandinavian
    • Meaning:

      "war/battle"
    • Description:

      While Americans may be more familiar with the male form of this name, thanks to actor Viggo Mortensen, Vigga is a popular name in contemporary Denmark and prime for wider export. It's a name with a a lot of vigor.
  13. Ajamu
    • Origin:

      Nigerian, Yoruban
    • Meaning:

      "he fights for his desires"
    • Description:

      Rhythmic name sometimes associated with calypso singer King Ajamu.
  14. Gunhilda
    • Origin:

      Norse
    • Meaning:

      "battle maid"
    • Description:

      At the very least, shorten it to Hilda.
  15. Feeney
    • Origin:

      Irish surname
    • Meaning:

      "soldier or warrior"
    • Description:

      Feeney is an Irish surname most popular in Counties Sligo and Mayo in northwest Ireland. It may rise in the US as a first name as other Irish surnames from Riley to Kennedy become increasingly popular for both genders.
  16. Okihcihtâw
    • Origin:

      Cree
    • Meaning:

      "warrior"
  17. Clodoveo
    • Origin:

      Spanish, Italian, Tuscan
    • Meaning:

      "famous warrior"
    • Description:

      This Spanish and Italian name ultimately comes from the Germanic Chlodwig, via the Latin Clodovæus or Chlodoveus and the French-Germanic Hlodwig. It could make an interesting full name for a Cole, Dove, Dev or Davy.
  18. Clodovea
    • Origin:

      Spanish, Italian, Tuscan
    • Meaning:

      "famous warrior"
    • Description:

      A feminine form of Clodoveo, this Spanish and Italian name ultimately derives from the Germanic Chlodwig, via the Latin Clodovæus or Chlodoveus and the French-Germanic Hlodwig. It could make a distinctive way to nicknames Cloe or Cleo.
  19. Invictus
    • Origin:

      Latin word name
    • Meaning:

      "unconquerable, undefeated"
    • Description:

      The word Invictus is best known via the Invictus Games, a multinational sporting event for wounded, injured, and sick armed service personnel. It's most famous as the venue for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's romance.