Girl Names That Mean Courage & Bravery
264 names with meanings and origins.
Courage names (Shaurya, Veer, Dhairya, Andrew, Valentina) celebrate bravery and are a strong pick for boys and girls alike.
Top picks
- Riley — “Courageous, valiant”
- Valeria — “Strong; brave”
- Emerson — “Brave; powerful son of Emery”
- Finley — “Fair warrior; fair hero”
- Casey — “Brave, vigilant”
- Achilla — “A Greek name referring to a handsome figure from mythology, often used as a feminine variant of related hero names.”
- Andrea — “Courageous; feminine form of andrew: brave; manly. famous bearer: prince andrew; italian form of andrew manly; the female version of the given name andrew; feminine form of andrew: manly; brave. a feminine form of the greek andrew, meaning manly or brave, dating back to the 17th century. feminine form of andre”
- Andriana — “A feminine version of the Greek name Andrew. It carries the traditional meaning of being brave, strong, or courageous.”
- Andrina — “A feminine derivative of Andrew from Greek roots. It is used to describe a person who is brave, strong, and spirited.”
- Andra — “A unisex name of Greek origin that characterizes a person who is notably strong and courageous.”
Girl · Sanskrit · “Fearless origin, sanskrit; a fearless woman; fearless, goddess durga”
Girl · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit name meaning fearless. It is an epithet often associated with the Hindu goddess Parvati, representing courage.”
Girl · Greek · “A Greek name referring to a handsome figure from mythology, often used as a feminine variant of related hero names.”
Girl · German · “The feminine form of a German name that means noble wolf or a noble hero.”
Girl · German · “Adoqhina means 'noble wolf', a powerful name for a girl, symbolizing nobility, strength, and courage.”
Girl · Greek · “In Greek mythology, this name means 'bright sky' and is recognized as the mother of the hero Theseus.”
Girl · Arabic · “This Arabic name means most congratulated or brave. It is often given to a child who brings great pride and success to the family.”
Unisex · Irish · “Manly, courageous; feminine form of andrew: brave; manly. famous bearer: prince andrew”
Girl · Spanish · “A Spanish name meaning ready for battle. It is the feminine form of Alonzo and suggests a courageous and prepared spirit.”
Girl · Greek · “This name originates from Greek roots and identifies the mother of the hero Hercules. It translates to 'strength of the moon' in its historical context.”
Girl · Spanish · “The feminine Spanish form of Alfonso, meaning a woman who is noble, ready, and brave.”
Unisex · English · “This English name describes a person who is brave and noble. It conveys a sense of being absolute in spirit and courageous in character.”
Unisex · German · “A unisex name of German origin meaning eager for war or ready for battle, signifying a brave and prepared spirit.”
Girl · Spanish · “This name means 'shamelessness, brazenness,' suggesting a child with a bold spirit and a strong sense of self.”
Unisex · English · “Loved one; leader; divine; brave; powerful; brave; powerful. see also emory”
Girl · English · “An English name served as a feminine variant of Andrea. It ultimately traces back to the Greek word for manliness or bravery.”
Girl · Spanish · “The Spanish feminine form of Andrew, which historically carries the meaning of being manly or brave.”
Girl · English · “A feminine English diminutive of Andrea, meaning courageous or brave. It is a spirited name for a girl.”
Unisex · Greek · “A unisex name of Greek origin that characterizes a person who is notably strong and courageous.”
Girl · Greek · “A Greek-rooted feminine form of the name Andrew. It signifies a person who is brave, courageous, or manly in spirit.”
Unisex · Scandinavian · “Breath; manly; brave. variant of english andrew”
Unisex · Greek · “Courageous; feminine form of andrew: brave; manly. famous bearer: prince andrew; italian form of andrew manly; the female version of the given name andrew; feminine form of andrew: manly; brave. a feminine form of the greek andrew, meaning manly or brave, dating back to the 17th century. feminine form of andre”
Girl · Greek · “This name is a feminine derivative of Andrew, originating from Greek. It represents bravery and a strong, valiant character.”
Girl · Greek · “A feminine variation of the name Andrew with Greek origins. The name conveys the attributes of courage and strength.”
Unisex · English · “Manly, courageous; manly. from the greek andrew. has long been a popular scottish name, because st. andrew is the patron saint of scotland after whom the town of st andrews was named; manly; brave. in the bible the first of the twelve apostles chosen. andrew is patron saint of scotland and russia. see also jedrick and ”
Girl · Greek · “This Greek-derived name is a feminine form of Andrew. It denotes a person who is brave and possesses a manly strength of character.”
Girl · Spanish · “This Spanish female name is a feminine form of Andrew. It carries the root meaning of being brave or courageous.”
Girl · Greek · “A feminine version of the Greek name Andrew. It carries the traditional meaning of being brave, strong, or courageous.”
Girl · Greek · “A Greek feminine form of the name Andrew. It shares the classic meaning of valor and strength associated with its masculine counterpart.”
Girl · Greek · “Rooted in Greek, this name is a feminine form of Andrew. It signifies bravery and a valiant, stout-hearted nature.”
Girl · Greek · “This is a Greek-origin feminine form of Andrew. It describes one who is brave and displays a courageous spirit.”
Girl · Greek · “A feminine derivative of Andrew from Greek roots. It is used to describe a person who is brave, strong, and spirited.”
Unisex · English · “Russian form of andrew manly; feminine form of andrew: brave; manly. famous bearer: prince andrew”
Unisex · German · “From the name archibald; diminutive of archibald: true and bold. also bald. introduced from england and germany during the norman conquest, the scottish interpreted the bald to refer to the shaven head of a monk; a popular diminutive of archibald, meaning true and bold, valuable. famous bearers: a ventriloquists dummy ”
Unisex · Irish · “Strong as a bear; noble strength a bear; bear hero; from the roman clan name artorius, meaning noble, courageous. famous bearer: legendary sixth century king arthur of britain and his round table of knights. this legend dates to the early 9th century; derived from celtic artos meaning bear”
Girl · English · “Feminine form of arthur: from the roman clan name artorius, meaning noble, courageous. famous bearer: legendary sixth century king arthur of britain and his round table of knights. this legend dates to the early 9th century”
Girl · English · “Feminine form of arthur: from the roman clan name artorius, meaning noble, courageous. famous bearer: legendary sixth century king arthur of britain and his round table of knights. this legend dates to the early 9th century”
Unisex · English · “From the name arthur; diminutive of arthur: from the roman clan name artorius, meaning noble, courageous. famous bearer: legendary sixth century king arthur of britain and his round table of knights. this legend dates to the early 9th century; diminutive of arthur: bear; rock”
Girl · Greek · “A Greek-derived name that serves as the feminine form of Andrew. It conveys the qualities of bravery and womanhood.”
Girl · Arabic · “This Arabic name signifies a sacred and brave individual and is recognized as an old name of Arabia.”
Girl · German · “A name of German origin meaning one who possesses the courage of a bear.”
Girl · French · “Brave as a bear; feminine form of bernard: from an old german compound meaning bear-hard, or brave as a bear”
Girl · French · “Feminine form of bernard: from an old german compound meaning bear-hard, or brave as a bear; feminine of bernard meaning strong as a bear or bear hard”
Girl · French · “From the name bernard; feminine form of bernard: from an old german compound meaning bear-hard, or brave as a bear”
Girl · German · “Feminine form of bernard: from an old german compound meaning bear-hard, or brave as a bear”
Unisex · French · “Bold as a bear; bear; variant of bernard strong as a bear”
Girl · French · “Feminine form of bernard courage of a bear; feminine of bernard, meaning strong as a bear, or bear hard”
Girl · French · “Feminine form of bernard, courage of a bear; feminine of bernard, meaning strong as a bear, or bear hard”
Unisex · French · “Feminine of bernard, meaning strong as a bear, or bear hard; brave as a bear bringer of victory brave”
Girl · Spanish · “A Spanish female name referencing a mythological figure who traveled with the hero Aeneas.”
Girl · German · “This German name signifies an outstanding warrior maiden. It reflects qualities of bravery, strength, and feminine leadership.”
Girl · English · “An English name meaning a shining battlemaid, representing a woman who is both brilliant and courageous in conflict.”
Unisex · English · “Short for robert; abbreviation of robert; diminutive of robert: famed, bright; shining. an all-time favorite boys name since the middle ages. famous bearers: scottish national hero robert the bruce and novelist robert ludlum”
Girl · Scandinavian · “A Scandinavian female name meaning directing heroine. It combines elements signifying a commanding presence with the courage of a female protagonist.”
Unisex · English · “An English name meaning broad hillside, also sometimes associated with the meaning brave in modern usage.”
Unisex · Irish · “A unisex Irish name meaning sword, brave, or little raven. It is a variant of the traditional name Brendan, signifying a warrior spirit.”
Girl · Irish · “This Irish name is a feminine derivative of Brendan. It shares the same roots that evoke imagery of royalty, bravery, or a traveler.”
Unisex · Irish · “Strong one; in use in england since the middle ages. possibly connected with the irish word for hill thus he ascends.. also some texts define it as strong. 10th century brian boru was a high king and great national hero of ireland; legendary son of turenn. strong; brought to england by the breton companions of william ”
Unisex · Irish · “Slender; brave warrior; contemporary variant of cailean child”
Unisex · Irish · “This Irish name translates to a little champion or a small, courageous man.”
Unisex · Irish · “Brave, vigilant”
Girl · English · “An English name often associated with the American car, though interpreted as meaning bold and beautiful.”
Unisex · English · “From the name constance; strong willed or wise. also a diminutive of conlan: hero; diminutive of conrad: brave adviser”
Girl · Sanskrit · “Courage morale; patience; courage, morale”
Unisex · English · “Wise; manly and courageous; diminutive of andrew: manly. from the greek andrew. has long been a popular scottish name, because st. andrew is the patron saint of scotland after whom the town of st andrews was named”
Unisex · English · “Manly, courageous; variant of drew: wise; variant of andrew manly”
Unisex · English · “An English name often meaning full of dust, but it can also be interpreted as a valiant fighter through its link to the name Dustin.”
Unisex · German · “Brave; powerful son of Emery”
Unisex · German · “Ruler of work; brave; powerful. variant of amory”
Unisex · English · “Brave and noble warrior; industrious. welsh version of the latin aemilianus. also, from the welsh place name newcastle emlyn. famous bearer: welsh actor and dramatist emlyn williams”
Girl · English · “Feminine derivative of Eric; Meaning - Ever powerful, Brave Ruler”
Girl · German · “Serious, determined; feminine form of earnest: a variant spelling of the german earnest, meaning serious determined, earnestness or vigor, from the old german ernust. famous bearer: the hero of oscar wildes comedy the importance of being earnest”
Girl · Spanish · “A figure from Greek mythology identified as the mother of the hero Bellerophon. While common in classical lore, it is sometimes associated with Spanish linguistic roots.”
Girl · Spanish · “A Spanish name associated with mythology, it translates to the lover of Hercules, the Greek hero of strength.”
Unisex · Irish · “Fair warrior; fair hero”
Unisex · Irish · “Small blond soldier; fair haired one hero”
Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “Hero of god; god is my strength; man of god. gods able-bodied one. famous bearer: the archangel gabriel, who appears several times in the bible”
Girl · Hebrew & Biblical · “God gives strength; hero of god; woman of god. a feminine form of the hebrew name gabriel”
Unisex · English · “Spear carrier; hard or bold spear. a diminutive of garret, which is an english variant of the german gerard. also a diminutive of gareth and garrick famous bearer: american actor gary cooper; diminutive of garret: hard or bold spear. an irish variant of the german gerard, based on medieval pronunciation. famous bearer:”
Girl · English · “The English feminine form of Gerard, signifying a woman who is a brave spear-wielder.”
Girl · German · “Gertmda means 'strong with a spear,' symbolizing courage and power. A unique and bold name for a determined little girl.”
Girl · German · “A German name for girls that translates to a gray-haired heroine, suggesting both wisdom and bravery.”
Girl · Dutch · “Grishilde is a strong and distinctive name, meaning 'gray battle maid.' It suggests a valiant spirit and quiet resilience.”
Unisex · English · “An English name variant of Haley, meaning hero; it is also famously associated with the Ethiopian name meaning power or might.”
Unisex · German · “This name of German origin means a guardian in battle, signifying a protective and brave warrior.”
Unisex · English · “An English name meaning guardian of the home, originally denoting a high official or a brave heart.”
Girl · Greek · “Originating from Greek mythology, this name refers to the multi-headed water serpent slain by the hero Hercules.”
Unisex · Indian · “An Indian name of Punjabi origin that describes a brave individual who sings the praises of God.”
Unisex · Sanskrit · “Hero of fame; hero of fame, victorious; a brave one who sings god's praises”
Girl · Irish · “An Irish feminine name and an alternate spelling of Kelsey, meaning brave. It is associated with courage and strength.”
Unisex · Irish · “A unisex Irish name that translates to a warrior or a brave defender.”
Unisex · English · “An English name meaning the island of ships, it is also associated with bravery.”
Unisex · English · “This English name identifies a leader of warriors or a warrior chief. it signifies strength, command, and bravery in battle.”
Girl · Hebrew & Biblical · “This Hebrew female name translates to 'the strong one' or 'the brave one.' It denotes a person of great courage and fortitude.”
Unisex · Dutch · “Form of cort; short; variant abbreviation of sydney; variant of cort: courageous; honest advisor”
Girl · German · “This female name of German origin is an archaic form meaning brave war. It is historically recognized as the name of a princess and saint.”
Girl · English · “Of English origin, this name translates to a bright or brave woman, symbolizing strength and radiance.”
Girl · French · “A feminine derivative of Leon, this name signifies a lioness and carries connotations of bravery and power.”
Girl · Slavic · “A Slavic name meaning a famous battle maid, signifying a woman of courage in war.”
Girl · Slavic · “A Slavic name meaning famous battle maid, traditionally used for a brave female warrior.”
Girl · German · “Maganhildi is a powerful name for a girl, meaning 'strong battle maiden'. It evokes an image of strength, courage, and determination.”
Girl · German · “Magnild is a strong name for a girl, meaning 'strong battle maiden'. It embodies courage and a powerful, determined spirit.”
Girl · German · “Magnilda is a powerful name for a girl, meaning 'strong battle maiden'. It evokes courage, resilience, and a formidable spirit.”
Girl · German · “Magnilde is a wonderful name, meaning 'strong battle maiden'. It suggests a powerful spirit, full of courage and determination.”
Girl · Irish · “Maitilda is a lovely name, meaning 'strong battle maiden'. It suggests a girl with courage, resilience, and a powerful spirit.”
Girl · Irish · “Maitilde is a beautiful name, meaning 'strong battle maiden'. It evokes a spirit of courage, strength, and unwavering determination.”
Girl · German · “Of German origin, this name means 'famous battle maiden.' It characterizes a woman known for her courage and renown in conflict.”
Girl · German · “Marhilda is a distinguished name for a girl, meaning 'famous battle maiden'. It suggests a spirited, memorable, and courageous individual.”
Girl · German · “Marhildi is a wonderful name for a girl, meaning 'famous battle maiden'. It suggests a memorable, brave, and strong spirit.”
Girl · German · “Marilda is a wonderful name for a girl, meaning 'famous battle maiden'. It suggests a memorable, brave, and strong spirit.”
Unisex · English · “Commonly used in English, this diminutive name means warlike or a warrior of Mars, suggesting a brave spirit.”
Girl · Arabic · “An Arabic name meaning 'the blessed' or 'the brave,' denoting a person favored by fortune and courage.”
Girl · Arabic · “Courageous; a lady who accomplished difficult tasks; courage”
Girl · Arabic · “Nabijah is an Arabic feminine name representing an ambitious and brave leader. It suggests a person of great courage and drive.”
Girl · German · “This German name means the courage of a bear. it is a diminutive form related to the name Bernadette, emphasizing bravery.”
Girl · German · “This female name is of German origin and signifies the courage of a bear. It reflects strength and bravery in its traditional roots.”
Girl · German · “Nadezhda carries a beautiful strength, meaning 'the courage of a bear,' suggesting a powerful and brave spirit for your daughter.”
Girl · German · “Nadina is a name that conveys inner strength and bravery, meaning 'the courage of a bear,' perfect for a resilient little girl.”
Girl · French · “A French female name meaning hopeful, though some traditions also associate it with the courage of a bear.”
Girl · Arabic · “Brave; a lady who accomplishes difficult tasks”
Girl · English · “Nakoma is a strong name, meaning 'great warrior or great spirit', suggesting a child with courage, resilience, and a profound inner strength.”
Girl · Slavic · “This Slavic female name means 'strong' and 'courageous,' serving as a variant of the name Andrea.”
Girl · English · “A name of English origin for females that means a courageous friend or someone worth gold. it suggests a person who is both brave and highly valued by others.”
Girl · German · “Otka is a beautiful name, signifying a fortunate heroine, destined for a path of luck and bravery.”
Girl · German · “Otthild is a charming name, meaning a fortunate heroine who will embrace life with courage and grace.”
Girl · German · “Otthilde is a lovely name, for a fortunate heroine who will navigate life with success and bravery.”
Unisex · Sanskrit · “Heroic paranjay varun; the perfect winner; ultimate victorious; supremely victorious”
Girl · Indian · “Lakshmi and Parvati, Goddess of wealth and courage, Also name came from Sun, A Raagini”
Girl · French · “The French feminine form of Richard. It carries the meaning of a powerful or brave ruler, adapted for a female bearer.”
Girl · Irish · “Courageous, valiant”
Unisex · English · “Bright fame; famed; bright; shining. an all-time favorite boys name since the middle ages; famed, bright; shining. an all-time favorite boys name since the middle ages. famous bearers: scottish national hero robert the bruce and novelist robert ludlum; famed; bright; shining. 14th-century king robert the bruce. robert ”
Girl · English · “Brilliant; feminine form of robert: famed, bright; shining. an all-time favorite boys name since the middle ages. famous bearers: scottish national hero robert the bruce and novelist robert ludlum”
Unisex · English · “Famous brilliance; variant of robert: famed, bright; shining. an all-time favorite boys name since the middle ages. famous bearers: scottish national hero robert the bruce and novelist robert ludlum”
Girl · Scottish · “Robin; feminine form of robert: famed, bright; shining. an all-time favorite boys name since the middle ages. famous bearers: scottish national hero robert the bruce and novelist robert ludlum”
Unisex · English · “A small bird; feminine form of robert: famed, bright; shining. an all-time favorite boys name since the middle ages. famous bearers: scottish national hero robert the bruce and novelist robert ludlum”
Girl · German · “Romelde is a strong and heroic name, meaning 'glorified battle maiden.' It celebrates bravery and honor.”
Girl · Indian · “A powerful name that embodies both strength and courage, wishing your child a life full of bravery and resilience.”
Girl · German · “Sonnehilde means "Sun battle maiden." This name suggests a radiant and courageous spirit, strong and bright.”
Girl · German · “Sunhilda means "Sun battle maiden." This name suggests a radiant and courageous spirit, strong and bright.”
Girl · German · “Sunhilde means "Sun battle maiden." This name suggests a radiant and courageous spirit, strong and bright.”
Girl · Indian · “Lustrous or bright or radiant or intelligent, Brave, Powerful”
Girl · Indian · “Lustrous or bright or radiant or intelligent, Brave, Powerful”
Girl · Indian · “Tejbir means 'The glory of the brave one,' a strong name that suggests courage and shining honor.”
Unisex · Greek · “Divine gift; diminutive of theobald: bold people”
Girl · Greek · “Derived from Greek mythology, this feminine name belongs to the daughter of the hero Tyndareus and Leda.”
Unisex · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit name representing a Hindu folk heroine, symbolizing courage and traditional legend.”
Unisex · English · “Brave; from thracia. surname dating from before the norman conquest”
Unisex · English · “Brave; from thracia. surname dating from before the norman conquest”
Unisex · Irish · “Bold, melancholy; noisy; tumult; outcry. from the celtic name tristan. in arthurian legend tristan was a knight of the round table and tragic hero of the medieval tale tristram and isolde”
Unisex · English · “It means bold; tumult; outcry. from the celtic name tristan. in arthurian legend tristan was a knight of the round table and tragic hero of the medieval tale tristram and isolde”
Girl · English · “Tyronica means "Goddess of battle." This name evokes a powerful and courageous spirit, a true warrior.”
Girl · Sanskrit · “In Sanskrit tradition, this name belongs to a Naga princess who was one of the wives of the hero Arjuna in the Mahabharata.”
Girl · Italian · “Strong; brave”
Girl · French · “Fierce one; strong; valiant. feminine of the roman family clan name valerius”
Girl · Indian · “Bravery (King of Matsya- where the Pandavas spent their final year of exile in disguise.)”
Unisex · Sanskrit · “Brave noble person; brave lord; king of warriors”
Girl · Sanskrit · “A female name of Sanskrit origin that translates to brave one or bravery. It honors a girl with a courageous spirit.”
Unisex · English · “From wales; feminine form of wallace: welshman; stranger. famous bearer: scottish hero sir william wallace (executed in 1305).welshman; stranger”
Girl · Arabic · “Rose; rose; rosy; deep red colour; brave”
Unisex · Chinese · “This Chinese name symbolizes a person who is exceptionally courageous and brave.”
Girl · Arabic · “White; beauty, the planet venus; flower; beauty; star; spirit; courage; power; freshness; flower”
Girl · German · “Zereld is a unique name meaning 'armored battle maiden', perfect for a strong and courageous little girl.”
Girl · German · “This beautiful name signifies 'armored battle maiden', evoking a powerful and valiant spirit for your daughter.”
Girl · Arabic · “Brave, acclaim.”
Girl · Indian · “Fearless beauty”
Girl · Indian · “Fearless (Goddess Parvati)”
Girl · English · “Courageous and strong ; womanly”
Girl · English · “Courageous and strong ; womanly”
Girl · Indian · “Brave and sweet, Beauty”
Girl · Indian · “Brave and sweet, Beauty”
Girl · German · “Bold or strong.”
Unisex · Spanish · “Strong brave.”
Unisex · German · “Brave.”
Girl · Arabic · “Brave, fearless.”
Unisex · French · “Brave.”
Girl · Hungarian · “Brave.”
Girl · Irish · “Brave.”
Unisex · Irish · “Brave.”
Girl · French · “Brave.”
Girl · German · “Bold.”
Girl · German · “Bold.”
Unisex · Chinese · “Big hero.”
Unisex · English · “Bold.”
Girl · Tamil · “Courage, morale.”
Girl · Greek · “Courageous.”
Girl · Indian · “Bold, Courageous”
Girl · English · “Famous courage.”
Unisex · Korean · “Brave one.”
Girl · Scottish · “Heroic.”
Girl · Scottish · “Heroic.”
Girl · English · “Hero.”
Girl · English · “Hero.”
Unisex · English · “Hero, army ruler.”
Unisex · Greek · “Brave defender.”
Girl · Scandinavian · “Hero daughter.”
Girl · Scandinavian · “Hero daughter.”
Girl · Indian · “Hero of fame, Victorious”
Girl · English · “Brave and kind.”
Girl · Punjabi · “Brave warrior, having a warrior's soul”
Girl · Scandinavian · “Hero.”
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