Baby Names That Mean Joy & Happiness
1402 names with meanings and origins.
Joy names (Anand, Harsha, Khushi, Felicity, Isaac) wish a child a happy life and are a warm choice for both boys and girls.
Top picks
Unisex · Indian · “A modern Indian name derived from 'Harsha', meaning joy or delight with the prefix 'Aa'.”
Girl · Sanskrit · “This Sanskrit name means 'bubbling with delight.' It describes a female who is filled with immense joy and radiant happiness.”
Unisex · Indian · “From Sanskrit 'Aahladita', meaning delighted, happy, or refreshed.”
Unisex · Indian · “From Sanskrit 'Aahlada', meaning joy, delight, or pleasure.”
Unisex · Indian · “Derived from the Sanskrit word 'amoda', meaning joy, serenity, or fragrance.”
Unisex · Indian · “A Sanskrit name meaning a joyful or fragrant woman; it is the feminine form of Aamod.”
Unisex · Indian · “A common misspelling or variant of Anand, from Sanskrit meaning bliss or joy.”
Unisex · Indian · “A Sanskrit name meaning one who brings joy or delights.”
Unisex · Indian · “A Tamil variant of Anandini, meaning a happy or blissful woman.”
Girl · Sanskrit · “Of Sanskrit origin, this name translates to a woman who is always happy or joyful. It reflects a state of perpetual bliss and positive energy.”
Unisex · Indian · “From Sanskrit, meaning joyful or one who provides happiness.”
Boy · Indian · “One who spreads Joy, Joyous, Full of bliss”
Unisex · Indian · “A South Indian female name meaning blissful or full of joy.”
Unisex · Indian · “A name derived from 'Anand', meaning full of joy or related to happiness.”
Unisex · Indian · “A variant transliteration of Anandhi, used frequently in Tamil contexts to mean joy.”
Boy · Indian · “Honest, Sincere, One whos steadfast in happiness and sorrow”
Girl · Indian · “Smile; blessing”
Unisex · Indian · “From Sanskrit 'Atman' (soul) and 'Ananda' (bliss), meaning bliss of the soul.”
Girl · Hebrew & Biblical · “Gives joy; feminine form of abraham. father of many”
Boy · English · “Nigerian name meaning bringer of happiness..”
Girl · Hebrew & Biblical · “My father rejoices; diminutive of abigail: father rejoiced, or fathers joy. gives joy. the intelligent, beautiful abigail was old testament king davids third wife, described as good in discretion and beautiful in form”
Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “Diminutive of abigail: father rejoiced, or fathers joy. gives joy. the intelligent, beautiful abigail was old testament king davids third wife, described as good in discretion and beautiful in form; form of abigail - my fathers joy”
Girl · English · “Father's joy”
Unisex · Indian · “A variant transcription of the Tamil name Abhirami, meaning 'delightful' or 'charming'.”
Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “Joy of the father; diminutive of abigail: father rejoiced, or fathers joy. gives joy. the intelligent, beautiful abigail was old testament king davids third wife, described as good in discretion and beautiful in form”
Girl · African · “Of African origin, this name translates to happy she was born. It expresses the great joy parents feel at the arrival of their daughter.”
Boy · Indian · “Of Indian origin, this masculine name identifies one who finds great joy and bliss in being completely free from fear.”
Boy · Indian · “To rejoice, To celebrate, To praise, To bless, Delight”
Boy · Indian · “To rejoice, To celebrate, To praise, To bless, Delight”
Unisex · Indian · “From Sanskrit 'Abhirama', meaning pleasing, delightful, or beautiful.”
Unisex · Indian · “Tamil/Malayalam variant of Abhiram, meaning one who is pleasing or delightful.”
Unisex · Indian · “A variant of Abhirami, referring to the Goddess Parvati; meaning 'delightful'.”
Unisex · Indian · “From Sanskrit 'Abhirati', meaning pleasure, delight, or attachment to something.”
Girl · Irish · “An Irish form of the name Abigail, it carries the joyous meaning of a father's joy or one who brings happiness.”
Girl · Hebrew & Biblical · “My father's joy”
Unisex · Indian · “From Sanskrit, meaning a girl who is always smiling or joyful.”
Unisex · Indian · “A variation of Abhiram, a Sanskrit name meaning pleasing, delightful, or charming.”
Unisex · Indian · “A variant spelling of Abhirami, a name for Goddess Parvati meaning delightful.”
Unisex · Indian · “A name meaning one who is delightful or pleasing, often used in a South Indian context.”
Unisex · Indian · “From Sanskrit meaning 'the joy of Achyuta' or 'related to Vishnu'.”
Unisex · German · “Noble, happy; ornament; first daughter. (nigerian); wealthy. also from the old german eda or etta, meaning happy. introduced from germany in the late 18th century. also a diminutive of adela, adelalde, or adeline; diminutive of adelaide: nobility. french form of the old german adalheidis, a compound of athal (noble) an”
Girl · Hebrew & Biblical · “This Hebrew name suggests someone who is adorned, delightful, or physically voluptuous.”
Boy · African · “A name of Yoruba origin in Nigeria that signifies the child was born into joy or he was happy.”
Boy · Sanskrit · “From Sanskrit 'adhara' and 'ananda', meaning the bliss of the support or foundation.”
Girl · Hebrew & Biblical · “Of Hebrew origin, this beautiful name translates to 'pleasure,' 'delight,' or 'eternal rest'.”
Boy · African · “A Nigerian name of Yoruba origin meaning pleasant to be born. It is a celebratory name given to a child whose birth brought joy.”
Girl · African · “Afia means 'born on Friday' and 'away from all problems'. A cheerful name bringing good fortune and peace.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A locust; the father's joy or feast”
Unisex · Indian · “A Tamil name meaning one who is happy from within or has an inner joy.”
Unisex · Indian · “A Tamil name meaning one who is internally joyful or cheerful.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “This unique name connects to one who bravely causes great joy and impact, even if it meant great pain at their birth.”
Boy · English · “A name of Native American Algonquin origin that translates to 'he laughs,' reflecting a joyful and lighthearted nature.”
Unisex · Indian · “A modern Indian name likely meaning one who is joyful or brings joy.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Brother of vanity, or of darkness, or of joy, or of praise; witty brother”
Unisex · Indian · “Derived from Sanskrit 'Ahla', meaning 'refreshment' or 'delight'.”
Girl · Sanskrit · “In happy mood origin, sanskrit; in happy mood; in a happy and nice mood”
Girl · Spanish · “Wealthy; help; helper; happy. famous bearer: the ethiopian princess in verdis opera aida. also a japanese surname: runs across the field; visiting, returning; visiting; returning”
Girl · Irish · “An Irish name that means brightness, joy, or fire, often associated with light and radiance in Celtic lore.”
Boy · Indian · “This Indian name means forever in peace and delight. It reflects a state of eternal happiness and spiritual tranquility.”
Unisex · Indian · “From Sanskrit 'Akhinna', meaning not weary, untiring, or cheerful.”
Unisex · African · “Valor is the worth of joy”
Girl · Arabic · “This name has Arabic roots and signifies a person who is full of happiness or possesses virtuous qualities.”
Unisex · English · “Cheerful; cheerful, glad. variant of hilary”
Unisex · African · “One who is full of joy/merriment”
Girl · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name that translates directly to joy or joyful, expressing a state of great happiness.”
Girl · English · “Alesea is a cheerful name, meaning 'full of life' and 'lighthearted,' suggesting a joyful and vibrant personality.”
Unisex · German · “A unisex name of German origin meaning sweet. It is also recognized as a variant of Alitz, which signifies happiness.”
Girl · Hebrew & Biblical · “Joy. joyful; joyful; the daughter of ali (ra)”
Girl · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name that translates to joy or joyful, reflecting a sense of deep happiness and celebration.”
Girl · French · “A French female name that is a variant of Hilary. It carries the cheerful meaning of being glad or joyful.”
Girl · Spanish · “Joy; meaning cheerful or lively, related to the musical term allegro. allegra was the name given by the poet byron to his illegitimate daughter born in 1817”
Girl · English · “Variant of alan: fair; handsome. also both a diminutive of albert (noble, bright) and an abbreviation of names beginning with al-; harmony, or the cheerful handsome one”
Girl · English · “An English name often interpreted as meaning 'vibrant,' 'cheerful,' or 'divine'.”
Girl · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit name meaning 'delightful' or 'nectar,' often used to describe something sweet and pleasing.”
Unisex · Indian · “From Sanskrit 'Amiya', meaning nectar, sweet, or delightful.”
Unisex · Indian · “From Sanskrit meaning 'happy', 'joyful', or 'fragrant'.”
Girl · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit name meaning a happy girl or one who provides pleasure and joy to others.”
Unisex · Indian · “A South Indian name, often Tamil, meaning 'joyful' or 'pleasant'.”
Unisex · Indian · “From Sanskrit roots, meaning a woman who is joyful or gives delight.”
Unisex · Indian · “A modern Tamil name derived from 'Amuthu', implying a person filled with sweetness or joy.”
Boy · Indian · “Joy, bliss”
Unisex · Indian · “A Sanskrit name representing supreme bliss, joy, and a state of pure happiness.”
Boy · Indian · “An Indian name that describes a person who brings happiness and delight to those around them.”
Boy · Indian · “An Indian name of Sanskrit origin that means one who increases joy or happiness.”
Girl · Sanskrit · “Joyful, blissful — the feminine form of Anand.”
Boy · Indian · “This Indian name signifies the light of bliss. It is derived from the Sanskrit words for joy and radiant light.”
Boy · Indian · “This Indian name describes a person who is completely absorbed in the bliss and joy of the Lord.”
Girl · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit name for girls that signifies being full of happiness or bliss.”
Boy · Sanskrit · “This Sanskrit name describes a person who is the personification of happiness and joy.”
Boy · Indian · “An Indian name meaning one of blissful form or one who radiates bliss, symbolizing deep inner happiness.”
Boy · Indian · “This Indian name combines roots that mean lovely and happy, signifying a joyful and affectionate person.”
Girl · Arabic · “A name of Arabic origin referring to a bird, often used to describe someone who is constantly happy and joyful.”
Girl · Sanskrit · “Joy, pleasure; joy and pleasure; friendly”
Girl · French · “Grace and beauty; joy; beautiful grace; variant of the latin amabel. edgar allan poes poem annahel lee made the form annabel popular throughout the english-speaking world in the 19th century. the form annabelle became popular in the mid-2oth century”
Girl · Irish · “Joy; grace and beauty; beautiful grace; variant of annabel: variant of the latin amabel. edgar allan poes poem annahel lee made the form annabel popular throughout the english-speaking world in the 19th century. the form annabelle became popular in the mid-2oth century”
Girl · French · “Grace and beauty; joy; variant of the latin amabel. edgar allan poes poem annahel lee made the form annabel popular throughout the english-speaking world in the 19th century. the form annabelle became popular in the mid-2oth century”
Girl · Arabic · “An Arabic name that signifies a person who is sweet, full of joy, and considered fortunate.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Variant of asher: happy. in the old testament, asher was one of jacobs sons”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Variant of asher: happy. in the old testament, asher was one of jacobs sons”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Variant of asher: happy. in the old testament, asher was one of jacobs sons”
Girl · African · “Of nigerian origin, meaning joy is the greatest..”
Girl · African · “Of nigerian origin, meaning joy is the greatest..”
Girl · African · “Of nigerian origin, meaning joy is the greatest..”
Girl · Indian · “A female name of Indian origin that translates to one who pleases the mind, signifying a charming and delightful character.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name that can signify an ark, a joyful cry, or a song of celebration.”
Boy · Indian · “Full of Joy, Mountain strength, Ireland, Peace, Sun Ray”
Boy · Indian · “Full of Joy, Mountain strength, Ireland, Peace, Sun Ray”
Unisex · African · “One who is joy to behold”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Quick, joyful; quick; joyful. a biblical name”
Boy · Indian · “Extremely beautiful, Full of Joy or blissful”
Girl · Indian · “Extremely beautiful, Full of Joy or blissful”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name that translates to the beatitude of God. It represents divine happiness and blessedness.”
Unisex · English · “From the ash tree; diminutive of asher: happy. in the old testament, asher was one of jacobs sons”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Happy, blessed”
Boy · Indian · “Trustworthy friend, Pride, Ever smiling, Devine smile”
Boy · Indian · “Trustworthy friend, Pride, Ever smiling, Devine smile”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Ashriel is a beautiful and meaningful name signifying 'the beatitude of God', promising blessing and happiness.”
Unisex · Sanskrit · “Variant of asher: happy. in the old testament, asher was one of jacobs sons; quick”
Boy · Sanskrit · “Lord shiva; one who becomes happy easily, shiva; one who fulfills wishes instantly”
Boy · Indian · “Trustworthy friend, Pride, Ever smiling, Devine smile”
Boy · Indian · “Trustworthy friend, Pride, Ever smiling, Devine smile”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name meaning one who is happy, one who walks forward, or one who looks toward the future.”
Girl · Indian · “No obstacles, Calm, Happy, Goddess of wealth”
Boy · French · “A delightful name evoking pastoral beauty, meaning 'lives near the oatfield.' It suggests a connection to nature and simplicity.”
Boy · French · “A delightful name derived from Avenall, meaning 'pasture of oats', perfect for a child connected to nature's beauty.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “This Hebrew name translates to pleasant father or blessed father, reflecting familial love and joy.”
Girl · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name that translates to springtime. It evokes images of innocence, renewal, and a joyful spring season.”
Boy · African · “A popular Nigerian name of African origin that simply and beautifully means happiness.”
Unisex · African · “The joy of the crown”
Unisex · African · “Joy meets with the crown”
Boy · African · “Joy meets me.”
Unisex · African · “joy has come home (Yoruba)”
Unisex · African · “Joy becomes hereditary”
Girl · African · “This African name means one who causes joy. It is frequently given to child whose birth has brought great happiness to the family.”
Unisex · African · “Joy remains”
Unisex · African · “Joy fills my insides completely/ joy saturates me”
Unisex · African · “My joy has come”
Unisex · African · “Joy walks in”
Unisex · African · “Joy is the worth of wealth”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Originating from Hebrew, this name means a rejoicing or our proud lord. It suggests a sense of leadership and communal joy.”
Boy · African · “An African name derived from the Arabic word Basim, which means smiling. It characterizes someone with a happy and cheerful disposition.”
Girl · Bengali · “A pet name used in Bengal meaning bubbly, lively, or cheerful.”
Boy · Arabic · “An Arabic name derived from Bahjat, which means happiness. It represents joy, delight, and a cheerful disposition.”
Unisex · African · “A unisex name of African and Arabic origin meaning delightful, cheerful, or splendid. It describes a person who brings joy and brightness to others.”
Girl · African · “This name, used in various African and Arabic contexts, means dazzling or brilliant. It signifies immense joy and splendor.”
Boy · African · “Of African and Arabic origin, this name means smiling. It is a variation of Basam, reflecting a joyful and friendly personality.”
Boy · African · “Derived from the name Basim, this African-origin name means smiling. It represents a cheerful disposition and outward happiness.”
Boy · African · “Derived from bashar, bringer of glad tidings; bringer of glad tidings”
Boy · Arabic · “This Arabic name signifies glad tidings or the bringing of good news.”
Boy · English · “Commonly interpreted as a bringer of glad tidings. In some contexts, it refers to a human being or messenger.”
Boy · African · “An African name that translates to the bringing of good news or joyful glad tidings.”
Boy · Arabic · “An Arabic name meaning one who gives glad tidings. It describes a person who brings good news or positive messages to others.”
Girl · Arabic · “Bringer of good tidings, joy; bringer of good tidings”
Boy · Arabic · “A name that promises joy, Basheerah means 'one who gives glad tidings,' suggesting a bringer of good news and happiness.”
Boy · African · “This Arabic and African name for boys signifies a bringer of good news or a harbinger of joy.”
Girl · Arabic · “Of Arabic origin, this name means a bringer of good tidings and joy. It describes someone who delivers happy news to others.”
Boy · Arabic · “This Arabic name describes an individual who brings good news or tidings of joy to others.”
Boy · Arabic · “A name of Arabic origin that means smiling and reflects a happy disposition.”
Girl · Arabic · “The smiling one; one who is giving a smile; smiling”
Boy · African · “Endowed with insight sagacious; bringer of glad tidings”
Girl · Arabic · “Smile”
Boy · Spanish · “An Arabic name meaning one who smiles often. It is used to describe a cheerful, happy, and pleasant individual.”
Boy · African · “Of African origin, this masculine name means he comes with joy. It is often given to children whose birth brings great happiness to the family.”
Girl · Spanish · “One who has been blessed; one who brings joy”
Girl · Spanish · “A joyous name meaning 'one who brings joy,' symbolizing happiness and delight for everyone around her.”
Girl · Latin · “She who brings happiness”
Girl · Spanish · “The Spanish form of Beatrice, which means she who brings happiness and blessings to those around her.”
Girl · English · “An English name meaning the bringer of joy. It suggests a person who makes others happy and carries a cheerful disposition.”
Girl · Spanish · “Brings joy; brings happiness. brings joy”
Boy · Irish · “Bringer of joy; blesses; bringer of joy, blesses”
Boy · Irish · “Blesses; bearer of happiness or blessing”
Girl · Irish · “This is the Gaelic and Irish form of the classic name Beatrice, meaning bringer of joy.”
Girl · English · “The welsh form of the latin beatrix, meaning brings joy”
Boy · Sanskrit · “This Sanskrit name signifies the joy found in the pursuit of knowledge. It represents a state of being where happiness is derived from learning and wisdom.”
Girl · Sanskrit · “This Sanskrit name means a cheerful expression or well-meaning. it describes a person with a positive, emotional, and righteous outlook on life.”
Boy · Punjabi · “A God-like person with happy personality”
Girl · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name meaning ancient countenance or cheerful. It is a biblical name appearing in the chronicles of the priesthood.”
Boy · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit masculine name that translates to happiness, joy, or being pleasing to others.”
Boy · Arabic · “This Arabic name signifies joy and a cheerful countenance, often associated with good news.”
Boy · English · “This name has roots in both English and Dutch, signifying joy. It is a cheerful name that reflects a happy and lighthearted disposition.”
Boy · Sanskrit · “This Sanskrit name describes the ecstasy or supreme happiness that comes from knowing the divine truth. It is often associated with spiritual enlightenment.”
Boy · Scottish · “Brodi is a delightful name, derived from Brody, and affectionately meaning 'second son.' It carries a sense of warmth and family connection.”
Girl · Arabic · “Good news; glad tidings”
Boy · Arabic · “An Arabic name that translates to glad tidings or good news. It is a name that signifies positivity and the arrival of wonderful announcements.”
Girl · English · “Simple happiness; hillock. a surname or given name meaning a rhythmic flow of sounds”
Girl · Greek · “Cailey, meaning 'lark, musical one,' suggests a child with a joyful spirit and a love for song, bringing harmony to your home.”
Boy · English · “Derived from cai, joy; variant of cai: joy”
Girl · Greek · “A Greek name meaning orchid or cheerful, famously known from the sea nymph in Homer's Odyssey.”
Girl · French · “Song of happiness; joy; strong. a feminine form of charles which originated in the 17th century”
Girl · French · “A French female name meaning song of happiness. It is often associated with joyful melodies and rhythmic celebrations.”
Girl · French · “Song of happiness; beautiful woman; variant of caroline: strong. an italian feminine form of charles. famous bearer: 18th century caroline of ansbach was the german wife of english king george ii. lady caroline lamb had a famous liaison with poet lord byron; joy. song of happiness. also feminine variant of charles: man”
Girl · French · “Song of happiness; beautiful woman; feminine form of charles: manly; joy. song of happiness. also feminine variant of charles: manly”
Unisex · German · “From the name carol; joy. song of happiness. also feminine variant of charles: manly; variant of caroline: strong. an italian feminine form of charles. famous bearer: 18th century caroline of ansbach was the german wife of english king george ii. lady caroline lamb had a famous liaison with poet lord byron”
Girl · Irish · “A feminine Irish name meaning love. It is considered a variant of the name Carol and is associated with joy and affection.”
Unisex · English · “Joy; variant of carys: love; variant of carole: the french form of the english carol, a dimunitive of charles meaning strong”
Boy · Scottish · “A Scottish name belonging to a legendary giant. It also carries the meaning of being full of joy and exuberance.”
Boy · English · “This unique name means 'from the cottage on the winding path,' evoking a sense of charm, adventure, and connection to nature. A delightful choice.”
Boy · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit name meaning 'one with a beautiful smile.' It describes a person whose expression is pleasant and charming.”
Boy · English · “Resembling a flower blossom / a blissful woman”
Boy · Indian · “Derived from Indian roots, this name describes a person who possesses a beautiful smile. It is often used to signify joy and attractiveness.”
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