Names That Mean Gold, Yellow, or Orange

Aneirin is the original form of the more common Aneurin (which was a mistaken spelling used after the 17th Century). Aneirin was one of the first great Welsh poets who flourished in the 6th Century. He was said to be the Prince of Bards. 

Aneirin

Although Zircon means "gold-hued," the gem comes in a variety of colors.

Zircon

An evergreen with yellow flowers, Ambretta works to modernize Amber.

Ambretta

Taken from two slavic root words (Zlato meaning gold and Žara meaning morning glow), this unusual name is catching the attention of parents in both Bulgaria and Russia.

Zlatozara

In the US Amber is stuck in the '80s, while Ambre is a fresh choice in France.

Ambre

An interesting, off-beat place name that feels similar to the likes of Harlem, Memphis, and Bristol, Orleans is currently undiscovered as a given name. The English form of the French Orléans, it derives from the Latin Aurelianum, meaning "gold". Also used as a surname, lending it a similar feel to Bellamy or Collins, Orleans appears on the map a number of times across the globe. The French city gives its name to The Île d'Orléans in Quebec, Orléans in Ontario, Orleans in Massachusetts and New Orleans in Louisiana.

Orleans

A bright and succinct name of Turkish origin, with a glowing meaning to match, Zerrin derives from the Persian zarrin. It is also used as the Turkish word for daffodil, lending the name a springy feel. Actress Zerrin Tekindor and singer Zerrin Özer are notable bearers.

Zerrin

A fragrant and melodic name, Neroli is usually associated with an essential oil made from the blossom of the bitter orange tree. Less floral than orange blossom water, Neroli gets its name from the Italian region of Nerola, after the scent was popularized by its 17th-century princess, Anne Marie Orsini.
 
While you could take it to mean "orange blossom oil", if you go by the meaning of Nerola, Neroli additionally means "strong, vigorous", derived as it is from the Sabine name Nero. 
 
Sharing the flow of names like Amelie, Emily, Romilly, and Waverly, Neroli is a rare option, but one you might occasionally hear in Australia. It is most notably borne by sports journalist and TV presenter, Neroli Meadow (who has brothers called Ian and Ross). 
 
The presenter pronounces her name as NEHR-uh-lee, but the oil can also be said as NEER-uh-lee in British English or sometimes as NEH-ro-lee in American English.

Neroli

Bright and distinctive with a nature-related meaning, Azahar is taken from one of many titles for the Virgin Mary, in this case, Nuestra Señora del Azahar meaning "Our Lady of the Orange Blossom". Used at a church dedicated to her near Murcia in Spain, the title is used to reflect the abundance of citrus trees in the area, and because the sculpture of the Virgin there depicts her holding an orange blossom branch in her hand.
 
Pronounced as a-tha-AR in European Spanish and a-sa-AR in Latin America, the name ultimately comes from the Arabic zahra meaning "flower, splendor" or "brilliant, shining" depending on the spelling. It does therefore coincide with the Arabic masculine name, Azahar, used as a Malay and Bengali form of Azhar.

Azahar

Sweet and colorful, Kitsu is Japanese name with a sleek and stylish sound. Meaning "good luck" or "tangerine, manadarin, orange tree" depending on which kanji are used, the name may also bring to mind Kitsune, a fox spirit from Japanese folklore with powers to shapeshift and bewitch. 
 
Also used as an element in other names (such as Kitsue or Kitsune), it was chosen by influencer Paige R Williams in 2021 for her daughter, Kitsu Joy.

Kitsu

A rare botanical name, Caltha is a member of the buttercup family, sometimes known as the marsh marigold. Derived from Latin to mean "yellow flower", it could make an interesting alternative to Calista, Althea, Cathy, Calliope, or Alma. 

Caltha

Goldwyn is a distinguished masculine name with Anglo-Saxon origins, combining elements meaning 'gold' and 'friend.' The name gained recognition primarily through Samuel Goldwyn, the famous Polish-American film producer who co-founded Goldwyn Pictures and contributed to the formation of MGM Studios. As a first name, Goldwyn remains quite rare, giving it an air of exclusivity and sophistication. It suggests qualities of value, friendship, and creative achievement. The name carries a certain Hollywood glamour while maintaining a classic, dignified sound. For parents seeking a name with both historical roots and a touch of artistic prestige, Goldwyn represents an uncommon yet meaningful choice.

Goldwyn

With the popularity of Isabella, you might think of Isabelline as a further elaboration -- though it would be the definition of gilding the lily.  But Isabelline is also a color, an amorphous pale yellow-gray-cream most often seen in horses' coats or birds' plumage.

Isabelline

Luxe baby name that could easily fit in among children named Onyx and Emerald. Goldie is a rising choice for girls.

Gold

Jonquil is an unusual flower name that is less outlandish than Daffodil and less common than Daisy. It just might appeal to parents seeking a singular botanical option. 
Unlike most flower names, Jonquil wasn't introduced until the 1940s, and saw some usage in the U.K. during the forties and fifties.

Jonquil

Kanchana — also spelled Kanjana — is a golden-hued name used in Thailand, Sri Lanka, and among Hindus in India.

Kanchana

Gilda, although related to the words gold and gilded, has definitely tarnished.  It once shimmered with the seductive image of Rita Hayworth in the film Gilda, then was associated with the beloved early Saturday Night Live star Gilda Radner.  In opera, Gilda lives on as the name of the daughter of Rigoletto.

Gilda

As attractive and straightforward as Kir may be, you may wish to go with the Irish spelling Keir (of different origins), due to Kir's association with the French cocktail.

Transformation of the stolid Gilbert into an animated surname name. 

Gilby

This yellow harbinger spring bloom was named for Scottish botanist William Forsyth, and is even more unusual than such species as Acacia and Azalea.

Forsythia

Baby names that mean yellow or orange are an elite group, evoking the warm glow of these rich, beautiful colors.

The top name with a yellow or orange related meaning today is Aurelia, one of the legion of 

finding visibility include Blaine, Flavia, Orla, Paz, Aurelio and Aurelius.

 might be right for a baby with blond hair or one born under the sign of Leo. A golden name might also be right for a baby born at dawn or on a brilliantly sunny day, or for a child with a golden personality.

Along with baby names that mean yellow or orange or golden, included here are names taken from elements of nature that are yellow or gold, such as Lemon and Daffodil.

Names that mean yellow or orange with popularity and origins for boys and girls (Page 9)

Names That Mean Yellow or Orange