Names That Mean Love
Names meaning love represent affection, devotion, beauty, and emotional connection. These are among the most popular name meanings worldwide.
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David
Beloved
Delilah
Delicate, weakened, languishing
Ren
Lotus, love, water lily
Mia
Mine, beloved, star of the sea
Marie
Star of the sea, bitter, beloved
Nayeli
I love you
Philip
Lover of horses
Raya
Friend, flow, paradise
Suki
Beloved, to like
Allanah
Precious, dear child, harmony
Dolores
Sorrows, lady of sorrows
Kara
Dear, beloved, friend
Karina
Beloved, dear, pure
Mila
Gracious, dear, industrious
Kayla
Pure, beloved, crown of laurels
Alana
Precious, awakening, harmony
Yaretzi
You will always be loved
Maria
Star of the sea, bitter, wished-for child
Levi
Joined, attached, pledged
Cordelia
Heart, daughter of the sea
Mina
Love, will, desire, fish
Aiko
Beloved child, love child
Alanna
Beautiful, dear child
Annabel
Lovable, graceful beauty
Annabella
Lovable, beautiful grace
Cara
Beloved, dear friend
Clemence
Merciful, gentle, mild
Connor
Lover of hounds, wise
Dave
Beloved
Davis
Son of David, beloved
Dawson
Son of David, beloved
Drewry
Beloved; a variant of the Old French "Druerie" meaning love or friendship
Esme
Esteemed or beloved; from the Old French "esme" meaning esteemed, loved, or from the Persian "esm" meaning name
Freya
Lady or noblewoman; from the Old Norse "Freyja" meaning lady, the Norse goddess of love, beauty, and fertility
Juliet
Diminutive of Julia, from the Roman family name Julia meaning "youthful" or "devoted to Jove"
Lev
From the Hebrew "lev" meaning "heart"; also the Slavic form of Leo meaning "lion"
Levin
Germanic name meaning "dear friend" or "beloved friend," from Old High German "liob" (dear) and "wine" (friend); also related to Leif meaning "heir"
Mabel
Medieval English contraction of "Amabilis," from the Latin "amabilis" meaning "lovable, dear, amiable"
Maliyah
Queenly; a variant of Malia, the Hawaiian form of Mary, meaning beloved or wished-for child
Marian
Of the sea; beloved; a compound of Mary and Ann, combining the Hebrew Miriam meaning beloved or bitter sea with the Hebrew grace
Marianne
Beloved grace; a combination of Mary and Anne, uniting the Hebrew meanings of beloved or wished-for child with grace
Maribel
Beautiful Mary; a compound of Maria and Belle/Isabel, meaning beautiful beloved one
Mary
Beloved; wished-for child; bitterness; the English form of Maria, derived from the Hebrew Miriam, with possible meanings including beloved, bitter, or drop of the sea
Maureen
Beloved; wished-for child; the Irish diminutive of Mary or Maire, derived from the Hebrew Miriam
Milena
Gracious; dear; love; derived from the Slavic mil meaning grace, favor, or love
Minna
Love; memory; will; a Germanic name derived from minne meaning love or memory in Middle High German, also a diminutive of Wilhelmina
Moll
Beloved; wished-for child; an archaic diminutive of Mary or Molly, from the Hebrew Miriam
Myrna
Beloved; tender; derived from the Irish Gaelic Muirne, meaning tender or beloved, related to love and affection
Polly
Variant of Molly, diminutive of Mary; from Hebrew "Miriam" possibly meaning beloved or wished-for child
Shari
Variant of Sharon or Sherry; from Hebrew "sharon" meaning fertile plain, or from French "chérie" meaning darling
Sherry
Variant of Cherie or Cher; from French "chérie" meaning darling or beloved; also a fortified wine from Jerez, Spain
Tristram
Medieval form of Tristan, from Celtic possibly meaning tumult, noise, or sorrow; associated with Arthurian legend
Valentina
Feminine form of Valentine, from Latin "valens" meaning strong, healthy, or vigorous
Venus
From Latin; the Roman goddess of love and beauty; possibly from "venustus" meaning charming or "venia" meaning favor
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best names that mean Love?
The best names meaning Love depend on your cultural background and personal taste. Browse the full list above — each name includes its specific origin, pronunciation, and the nuances of how it connects to the concept of Love.
Are there boy names and girl names that mean Love?
Yes, there are both boy names and girl names that mean Love, as well as unisex options. The concept of Love has inspired names across genders in virtually every culture. Browse the grid above filtered by the gender icon to find the right fit.
What cultures have names meaning Love?
Names meaning Love appear in many cultures — Hebrew, Greek, Latin, Arabic, Sanskrit, Celtic, and more. Each culture has developed its own names to capture the essence of Love, often with unique nuances that reflect their worldview and traditions.
Why do some names mean Love?
Names meaning Love usually trace back to ancient words, mythology, nature, or religious tradition. Over time, parents chose these names to pass on the qualities and symbolism associated with Love.
Are names that mean Love popular?
Popularity varies. Some names meaning Love rank among the most-used names in the world, while others are rare and distinctive. The list above is sorted so you can compare well-known and unique options.
What is a unique name that means Love?
For a unique name meaning Love, look toward the lower-popularity entries in the list above. These are wearable yet uncommon, giving your child a meaningful name that still stands out.
Do names meaning Love work in both English and Spanish?
Many names meaning Love travel well across English and Spanish, especially those with Latin, Hebrew, or Greek roots. Each entry shows its origin so you can judge how naturally it fits both languages.
How do I choose a name that means Love?
Start with the meaning of Love, then filter by gender, sound, and origin. Shortlist three to five favorites, say them aloud with your surname, and check how each one looks and feels day to day.