A name that means strong or brave is a quiet blessing - a hope that your child will move through the world with courage and resilience. These names span many cultures and carry meanings of strength, might, and bravery, gathered here for girls and boys.
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Girl names that mean strong or brave
- GabriellaHebrew“God is my strength” - elegant and powerful.
- ValentinaLatin“Strong, healthy” - graceful and full of life.
- MatildaGerman“Mighty in battle” - vintage and spirited.
- AudreyEnglish“Noble strength” - timeless and refined.
- BridgetIrish“Strength; exalted one” - classic Celtic power.
- AndreaGreek“Strong, courageous” - soft yet sturdy.
- BrianaIrish“Strong, virtuous, honorable” - warm and modern.
- MillicentGerman“Strong in work” - vintage and distinctive.
Boy names that mean strong or brave
- EthanHebrew“Strong, firm, enduring” - timeless and steady.
- AndrewGreek“Strong, manly” - classic and dependable.
- GabrielHebrew“God is my strength” - strong and soulful.
- EverettEnglish“Brave as a wild boar” - handsome and modern.
- BernardGerman“Brave as a bear” - sturdy and vintage.
- AzizArabic“Powerful, beloved” - warm and strong.
- TakeshiJapanese“Fierce warrior” - bold and uncommon.
- OscarIrish / Norse“Deer-lover; God's spear” - friendly and strong.
Unisex names that mean strong
- ArielHebrew“Lion of God” - bold and lyrical.
- KelbyNorse“Place by the spring; strong” - crisp and rare.
- ImaraSwahili“Firm, strong, resolute” - smooth and meaningful.
- AndieGreek“Strong, courageous” - friendly short form.
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What baby names mean strong?
Ethan ('strong, firm'), Andrew ('manly, strong'), Gabriella and Gabriel ('God is my strength'), Valentina ('strong'), and Matilda ('mighty in battle') all carry the meaning of strength.
What names mean brave?
Everett ('brave as a boar'), Bernard ('brave as a bear'), and Andrea/Andrew ('courageous') all mean brave or courageous.
Is there a unisex name meaning strong?
Yes - Ariel ('lion of God'), Imara ('firm, strong' in Swahili), and Andie ('courageous') all work for any child.