Name Meanings

The meaning of your name is something that stays with you your whole life. Many times, parents give a name with a meaning that they hope will be fulfilled in their child’s life. It’s also fun to research your own name and find out what its origins and meaning are. Most names can usually be traced back to an ancient word from a certain culture or language. Sometimes, the translations are a surprisingly close match to the baby’s or person’s personality.

If a mom and dad are having a tough time choosing their little bundle of joy’s moniker, perhaps they should research different meanings and interpretations of names and pick one that they want to match their baby.
A name’s meaning can be simple, like “strong” or “faithful”, or it can have a more curious meaning, like “muddy hill”. However, often times different languages have similar or identical names with different meanings, so do extensive research before naming a child.

One important difference among meanings can be the spelling of a name. For example, switching a C with a K or an F with a PH can create an entirely unique meaning for that particular title.
So, whether you’re searching for your own name’s meaning or trying to pick out one for your newborn, be sure to look into the exact spelling to find the true meaning.