Boy Names That Mean Love
722 names with meanings and origins.
Love names (Priya, Prem, Sneha, Amanda, David) are among the oldest and most popular wishes parents place in a name.
Top picks
- Milan — “Gracious, dear”
- Cedric — “Kindly; loved”
- Ren — “Lotus; love”
- Rami — “Archer; loving”
- Pranay — “Love; affection”
- Dawood — “Beloved; David”
- Prem — “Love”
- Davide — “beloved”
- Carwyn — “Blessed love”
- Ervine — “Ervine means "friend," a warm and welcoming name that hints at a lifetime of cherished connections. A beautiful wish for your child.”
Boy · African · “Of African origin, this name means compassionate and affectionate. it describes a person with a kind and loving nature toward others.”
Unisex · Indian · “From Tamil 'anbu', meaning love, affection, or kindness.”
Unisex · Indian · “A classical Tamil name meaning a person who is affectionate or full of desire/interest.”
Unisex · Indian · “A Tamil name meaning desire, love, or affection.”
Unisex · Indian · “Derived from Arabic "Aashiq", meaning a lover or someone who is deeply in love.”
Unisex · Indian · “A Tamil name meaning one who is kind-hearted or full of affection.”
Unisex · Indian · “Derived from Tamil 'Aathooram', signifying kindness, compassion, or affection.”
Boy · Arabic · “An Arabic name meaning kind, affectionate, or sympathetic. It reflects a person who possesses a caring and warm heart.”
Unisex · Indian · “From Sanskrit 'Abhishta', meaning desired, beloved, or cherished.”
Boy · Sanskrit · “A constellation dear to hari; victorious”
Unisex · Indian · “From Sanskrit 'Abhilasha', meaning desire, wish, or affection.”
Unisex · Indian · “From Sanskrit 'Abhimata', meaning desired, loved, or cherished.”
Unisex · Indian · “A variation of Abhimata, meaning a desired object or beloved.”
Unisex · Indian · “Derived from Sanskrit 'Abhimata', meaning approved, desired, or dear.”
Boy · Sanskrit · “Rooted in Sanskrit, this name signifies a long-cherished desire or a deep internal aspiration.”
Unisex · Indian · “From Sanskrit 'abhishta', meaning desired, beloved, or favorite.”
Unisex · Indian · “A variant spelling of 'Abhikash', derived from Sanskrit 'Abhikasha' meaning desire or affection.”
Unisex · Indian · “Derived from Sanskrit 'Abhipriya', meaning beloved or dear to all.”
Unisex · Indian · “A Hindi name meaning 'good child' or 'dear one', from 'Achhe' (good) and 'Lal' (son/dear).”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name that poetically translates to 'my brother is a song.' It suggests a harmonious relationship and a love for musical expression.”
Boy · English · “In mythology , a handsome young man loved by aphrodite”
Boy · English · “In mythology ,a handsome young man loved by aphrodite”
Boy · Arabic · “Afham is a truly loving name, signifying 'one who is loving,' and embodying a warm, affectionate nature.”
Boy · Indian · “This Indian name means the lover of God. It signifies a person who possesses a deep, spiritual affection for the divine.”
Unisex · Greek · “A Greek name meaning love of the next. It represents the highest form of unconditional, selfless, and spiritual love.”
Unisex · Indian · “From Sanskrit "agni", a diminutive or affectionate form meaning fire-like.”
Unisex · Indian · “A Tamil name meaning one who is lovable or kind-hearted.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Aholiab means 'The tent of the father', a warm and protective name signifying a beloved child and a cherished home.”
Unisex · Indian · “From Sanskrit 'Akanta', meaning not loved or not pleasing.”
Boy · African · “Woman of love.”
Boy · African · “Aluf is a heartwarming name meaning 'friendly, faithful, and devoted,' embodying a loyal and affectionate spirit.”
Boy · German · “A variation of the German name Alvin, meaning a beloved or noble friend. It is often chosen for its soft, classic phonetic quality.”
Boy · Italian · “An Italian name meaning one who loves God or is loved by God, sharing roots with the Latin name Amadeus.”
Unisex · Spanish · “Worthy of love; lovable; worthy of being loved. literary; poets and playwrights brought this name into popular usage in the seventeenth century”
Boy · Indian · “An Indian name of Punjabi origin meaning one who loves peace. It combines the elements of 'aman' for peace and 'preet' for love.”
Unisex · Indian · “From Sanskrit, meaning one who is beloved by the immortals or gods.”
Boy · Indian · “An Indian name meaning the immortal love of the Lord, combining Sanskrit and Punjabi elements.”
Boy · Spanish · “Loves god; from the old french name derived from latin amatus meaning loved. in use since at least the 12th century. used by 19th century british writer charles kingsley for the hero of his novel westward ho!”
Unisex · Indian · “A name of Persian origin common in India, meaning 'beloved soul' or 'dear one'.”
Unisex · Indian · “A Kannada term often used as an affectionate name meaning 'child' or 'young girl'.”
Unisex · Indian · “A Telugu term of endearment for a girl, meaning 'little mother' or 'dear girl'.”
Unisex · English · “Loved one; leader; divine; brave; powerful; brave; powerful. see also emory”
Unisex · Indian · “A compound name meaning 'the beloved of nectar', common in Gujarati and Hindi.”
Unisex · Indian · “A compound name meaning 'the beloved of nectar' (Amrit + Lal).”
Unisex · English · “Beloved; dearly loved; beloved. from the old french amee, which derives from the latin amatus meaning loved. in common use after publication of american louisa may alcotts little women”
Boy · Spanish · “Loves god; from the old french name derived from latin amatus meaning loved. in use since at least the 12th century. used by 19th century british writer charles kingsley for the hero of his novel westward ho!”
Boy · Arabic · “Clouds; a group of people; man; friend; one with bonds of intimacy exist; love, affection”
Boy · Indian · “This Indian name combines roots that mean lovely and happy, signifying a joyful and affectionate person.”
Unisex · Indian · “A unisex Indian name that translates to love or kindness, representing a compassionate and caring spirit.”
Unisex · Arabic · “Companion; an affectionate friend; name of a sahaabi (ra); generous, loyal”
Boy · Sanskrit · “Angad is a cherished and divinely favored name, meaning 'an ornament, one who is embraced by God.' It suggests beauty and spiritual connection.”
Unisex · Sanskrit · “Rooted in Sanskrit, this name conveys a creative nature. It also represents a person who is deeply concerned and loving toward others.”
Boy · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit name representing attachment, devotion, and love, often used to describe deep affection.”
Boy · English · “This English name translates to a home-loving wolf. It suggests a protector who is devoted to their domestic territory.”
Boy · English · “Ardolph is a strong name of English origin, conveying the characteristics of a Home loving wolf. This name describes a wolf who is both Home loving and fierce.”
Boy · English · “Ardwolf is an English name that means a Home loving wolf, symbolizing a creature that is both loyal to its dwelling and wild. It depicts a wolf that is Home loving.”
Unisex · Italian · “This Italian name translates to a priceless gift. It suggests something of immense value that is cherished by the giver.”
Boy · English · “A warm and friendly name, meaning 'the people's friend,' indicating a beloved and social personality.”
Boy · African · “Ashiq is a beautiful name, meaning 'adorer, a lover, a suitor,' embodying a deeply affectionate and passionate nature.”
Boy · Arabic · “Handsome, beautiful, helpful, generous and got a lot of love to share”
Boy · African · “Compassionate affectionate; united, joined, together”
Boy · African · “Atuf is a beautiful name meaning 'affectionate' and 'kind-hearted,' perfect for a gentle and loving child.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “This Hebrew name translates to pleasant father or blessed father, reflecting familial love and joy.”
Boy · Arabic · “Dear; beloved; respected; esteemed; precious; powerful; rare;”
Boy · African · “Learned erudite; beloved one, close to heart”
Boy · English · “Strong warrior filled with love and hope”
Boy · Indian · “Bhaga is an intriguing name, linked to uncertain meanings of 'god of love or luck.' It suggests charm, fortune, and an amiable spirit.”
Boy · Sanskrit · “Fortunate; god / bhagwan; onewhose heart is full of loving devotion”
Boy · Sanskrit · “Adoration; one who is absorbedin god`s love”
Boy · Indian · “An Indian name meaning remembering the love of God. It signifies a spiritual focus on devotion and divine affection.”
Boy · Slavic · “A Slavic name that combines the words for God and dear, translating to one who is loved by God or experiences God's peace.”
Boy · Indian · “An Indian name of Sanskrit roots meaning absorbed in God's love or focused on the divine creator.”
Boy · Punjabi · “The love of God; the love of the Almighty”
Boy · Indian · “Of Indian origin, this name refers to Lord Krishna. It signifies a person who is as charming and beloved as the deity in the land of Braj.”
Boy · Sanskrit · “This Sanskrit masculine name means one who is liked by Buddha. It signifies a person who is dear to the enlightened one or follows his path.”
Boy · Irish · “Cael beautifully signifies 'victorious people,' suggesting a child destined for triumph and success, surrounded by loving support.”
Boy · English · “Dearly loved; beloved; affection; amiable. famous bearer: first century british king caradoc, better known as king caractacus”
Boy · English · “Variant of caradoc: affection; amiable; derived from caradoc, affection, amiable”
Unisex · English · “Loving, kind.”
Boy · Irish · “Variant of carthach: loving. a variant of caradoc. the irish st. carthach, also known as st carthage, founded an early 7th century monastery at lismore, county waterford”
Boy · English · “Loving; the anglicized form of the irish carthach, which is a variant of caradoc. the irish st. carthach, also known as st carthage, founded an early 7th century monastery at lismore, county waterford; variant of caradoc: affection; amiable”
Boy · Welsh · “Blessed love”
Unisex · Irish · “From the fortress; pure; from the castle. loving; stream. cary became a popular masculine first name in mid-2oth century because of actor cary grant, whose real name was archibald leach”
Unisex · English · “Joy; variant of carys: love; variant of carole: the french form of the english carol, a dimunitive of charles meaning strong”
Boy · English · “Kindly; loved”
Boy · English · “An English name belonging to a historic king and founder of Wessex. It is interpreted as meaning cherished or beloved.”
Boy · English · “Derived from cerdic, cherished; variant of cerdic: cherished”
Boy · English · “Variant of cerdic: cherished; derived from cerdic, cherished”
Unisex · English · “This name is a variation of the Welsh name Carys, meaning beloved or love. It is frequently used in English-speaking regions as a lyrical unisex choice.”
Boy · Irish · “Defence; battle, warrior; of ethiopian origin, meaning:great love”
Boy · English · “An English name meaning young wolf. It can also be interpreted to mean someone who is beauteous or beloved.”
Boy · Spanish · “This name is a Spanish diminutive form of Charity. It represents the virtue of kindness and generous love toward others.”
Unisex · English · “Beloved; feminine form of charles; variant of carys: love; variant of the french cherie: dear one; darling. rhyming variant of names like meryl and beryl”
Boy · Spanish · “A Spanish diminutive derived from the word 'chico,' which simply means boy. It is often used as a familiar or affectionate nickname.”
Boy · Irish · “Choilleich beautifully means 'guards the forest,' suggesting a child with a nurturing spirit, connected to nature and protecting what they love.”
Boy · Irish · “Coilleach beautifully means 'guards the forest,' suggesting a child with a nurturing spirit, connected to nature and protecting what they love.”
Boy · English · “A variation of the name Corwan, meaning a dear friend of the heart from English roots.”
Boy · English · “An English name famously used for the clown character in William Shakespeare's play Love's Labour's Lost.”
Boy · English · “An English name derived from the Welsh 'Caradog,' meaning one who is beloved or filled with affection.”
Boy · African · “Daaim, meaning 'continual listing,' implies an enduring presence and a steady, consistent nature. A reliable and cherished child.”
Boy · Welsh · “beloved”
Unisex · Irish · “The beloved; large; generation; shines. a welsh diminutive of david, meaning beloved or friend”
Boy · Irish · “This Irish variant of the name David translates to beloved, signifying a person who is deeply cherished.”
Boy · Irish · “This is the Gaelic and Irish form of David. It carries the meaning of beloved and represents a cherished or deeply loved individual.”
Boy · Irish · “A short diminutive form of the Irish name Daibhidh. It ultimately shares the same meaning of beloved or dear one.”
Boy · Irish · “An Irish name that means beloved, or describes a person who is exceptionally quick and agile.”
Boy · Irish · “Daithm is a beloved name, derived from Daibhidh, meaning 'beloved.' It suggests a child who is cherished and deeply loved.”
Boy · English · “Derived from dallin blind; diminutive of david: beloved or friend, adopted from the hebrew. david was a common name of scottish kings in the middle ages; diminutive of dale: lives in a dale/valley; diminutive of david: beloved or friend, from the hebrew. sixth century st david (or dewi) was patron saint of wales”
Boy · Greek · “Damyon, from Damian, means 'tame.' This unique name beautifully suggests a calm and gentle spirit for your beloved child.”
Boy · English · “An English name derived from Darwin, meaning a dear friend. It emphasizes companionship and a beloved social connection.”
Boy · Arabic · “This Arabic male name is a variant of David. It carries the heartfelt meaning of being beloved.”
Boy · English · “Tenderly loved.”
Boy · English · “Tenderly loved.”
Boy · English · “An English name created as a blend of Darell and Clarence. It combines the meanings of a beloved person with intellectual clarity.”
Boy · Sanskrit · “This Sanskrit male name refers to Kamdev, the Hindu god of love, signifying attraction and passion.”
Boy · English · “Beloved; from a french surname and place name meaning open. dates back to the eleventh century as both surname and given name”
Boy · French · “Darling; darling, dearly loved, from the old english deorling”
Boy · English · “Variations of daryl meaning dearly loved”
Boy · English · “Darling, dearly loved, from the old english deorling”
Boy · French · “From the name daryl; darling, from the old english deorling. also a variant of darrell”
Unisex · English · “Variations of daryl meaning dearly loved”
Boy · English · “A variant of the English name Derwin, this name translates to dear friend or good companion.”
Unisex · French · “Dear, beloved; darling, dearly loved, from the old english deorling”
Unisex · English · “Variations of daryl meaning dearly loved”
Boy · African · “A Swahili name that translates to beloved. It is the East African equivalent of the name David.”
Unisex · Irish · “Davan is a lovely name that is the 'female form of David', offering a classic and cherished connection for your daughter.”
Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “From the name david; diminutive of david: cherished; beloved; diminutive of david: beloved or friend, from the hebrew. sixth century st david (or dewi) was patron saint of wales; diminutive of david: beloved or friend, adopted from the hebrew. david was a common name of scottish kings in the middle ages”
Unisex · English · “The beloved one”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Variant of david: cherished. famous bearers: british pop star david bowie, american talk-show host david letterman”
Boy · English · “A modern English variation of the name David, which means beloved in its original Hebrew context.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew-rooted name that serves as a variant of David. It translates to 'dearly loved' or 'beloved', reflecting a deeply cherished individual.”
Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “Cherished; diminutive of david: cherished; beloved”
Boy · English · “An English name derived from David, carrying the traditional meaning of one who is dearly beloved.”
Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “Beloved; beloved or friend. the old testament david killed the giant goliath in 10th century bc, then succeeded saul as king of israel; beloved or friend, from the hebrew. sixth century st david (or dewi) was patron saint of wales; beloved or friend, adopted from the hebrew. david was a common name of scottish kings in”
Boy · Italian · “beloved”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Variant of david: cherished. famous bearers: british pop star david bowie, american talk-show host david letterman”
Boy · Scottish · “Davids son; surname variant of david beloved”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Diminutive of david: cherished; beloved; derived from david beloved”
Boy · English · “This English name is a variation of David, which traditionally means beloved. It carries the sense of being a cherished or dearly loved individual.”
Boy · English · “Surname. variant of david beloved; surname derived from david beloved”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Dearly loved; finnish person; variant of david beloved”
Unisex · English · “Davine, the feminine form of David, means 'beloved.' It's a tender and beautiful name to show how much your little girl is adored.”
Boy · English · “An English name derived from the Hebrew name David. It translates to beloved, signifying someone who is held in high regard or affection.”
Boy · English · “A variant of David with English roots. Like the original name, it means beloved and suggests a person who is greatly loved by others.”
Boy · English · “A common English and Welsh surname meaning the son of David, referring to the beloved biblical king.”
Boy · English · “An English surname-style name meaning son of David, which itself means beloved.”
Unisex · English · “Beloved feminine of david; diminutive of david: beloved or friend, adopted from the hebrew. david was a common name of scottish kings in the middle ages; diminutive of david: cherished; beloved; diminutive of david: beloved or friend, from the hebrew. sixth century st david (or dewi) was patron saint of wales”
Boy · English · “Derived from david beloved; variant of david beloved”
Boy · Arabic · “Beloved; David”
Boy · Arabic · “This Arabic name is the equivalent of David and refers to a prophet's name. It is a significant name across Abrahamic traditions meaning beloved.”
Boy · Arabic · “Arabic form of david; variant of daudi: swahili name meaning beloved”
Boy · English · “This English name is a surname variant of David, meaning beloved. It reflects the deep affection associated with the biblical name David.”
Boy · English · “Derived from English roots, this name means 'friend of wild animals' or 'dear friend'.”
Boy · English · “An English name variant derived from Darwin, meaning a dear friend. It highlights the value of loyalty and close personal bonds.”
Unisex · Sanskrit · “Who is loved by devasgods chosen; dear to the gods”
Boy · Indian · “Devipriya is a charming name meaning 'Loved by Goddess,' suggesting your child is cherished and protected by divine feminine grace.”
Boy · English · “From the name david; the lords; diminutive of david: cherished; beloved”
Boy · Irish · “The beloved; variant of david: beloved or friend, from the hebrew. sixth century st david (or dewi) was patron saint of wales”
Boy · Arabic · “An Arabic and Persian name meaning charming or beloved, it describes someone who holds a special place in the hearts of others.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Variant of david: cherished. famous bearers: british pop star david bowie, american talk-show host david letterman”
Boy · Indian · “A name of Indian origin meaning 'beloved king of brahmins'. It is also used as a poetic reference to the beloved moon.”
Boy · Irish · “This Irish male name translates to being blessed with many friends, suggesting a person who is sociable and well-loved by others.”
Boy · English · “Variant of edward: wealthy guardian. from the old english name eadweard, meaning rich or happy, and guardian. famous bearer: king edward the elder, son of alfred the great; edward viii, who abdicated in 1936 to be with the divorced woman he loved”
Boy · Spanish · “Form of edward; variant of edward: wealthy guardian. from the old english name eadweard, meaning rich or happy, and guardian. famous bearer: king edward the elder, son of alfred the great; edward viii, who abdicated in 1936 to be with the divorced woman he loved; italian form of edward rich guardian”
Boy · Indian · “An Indian name of Punjabi origin meaning love for one's God or the one true love.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name that translates to favored of God or love of God. It appears in the Bible as the name of a prophet.”
Boy · English · “Protector; worthy to be loved; abbreviation of erasmus who was a noted dutch scholar”
Boy · Greek · “A Greek name derived from Erasmus, which translates to beloved or dearly loved.”
Boy · Greek · “Originating from the Greek Erasmus, this name signifies one who is beloved.”
Boy · English · “Ervine means "friend," a warm and welcoming name that hints at a lifetime of cherished connections. A beautiful wish for your child.”
Unisex · Greek · “Emerald; an old french variant of the latin aestimatus meaning esteemed, or amatus meaning loved”
Boy · African · “Fairoze means "turquoise precious stone," suggesting something rare and valuable. Your child, like a precious gem, is truly cherished and beautiful.”
Boy · Scottish · “A Scottish name derived from Farquhar, which translates to a dear or beloved person.”
Boy · Scottish · “Meaning son of the dear one, this Scottish name is a patronymic form of the name Farquhar.”
Boy · Irish · “This Irish and Scottish name means the dear one or someone who is very beloved and cherished.”
Boy · Scottish · “This Scottish patronymic name translates to the son of the dear one, derived from the Gaelic name Farquhar.”
Unisex · Arabic · “love me (Yoruba)”
Boy · African · “Funsan is a Malawian name with a heartwarming meaning: 'request', symbolizing a cherished wish or prayer answered.”
Boy · English · “This name suggests one 'from the three-cornered hill,' evoking a connection to nature and a specific, cherished place.”
Unisex · Spanish · “Grace of god; from the word grace, derived from the latin gratia, meaning gods favor. famous bearer: american actress grace kelly became princess grace of monaco; a variant of the irish name grianne, meaning love”
Boy · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit name associated with Lord Krishna. It evokes the image of a beloved child or a blooming garden of red flowers.”
Unisex · Sanskrit · “The loved one of the guru or god; love of guru or guru's love; love for the guru; love of guru or guru`s love”
Boy · Arabic · “Name of the beloved mother of ismaa’eel (alayhis salaam)”
Boy · Arabic · “One who praises and glorifies allah; praising (god), loving (god)”
Boy · Arabic · “Beloved, friend; rasoolullah's sallallaahu-alayhi-wasallam attribute name of a sahaabi (ra)”
Boy · Arabic · “An Arabic name meaning beloved one or dearly loved. It is a common term of endearment and a popular given name.”
Boy · English · “Hagly means 'from the hedged enclosure.' It’s a charming name that brings to mind a cozy, protected space, perfect for your cherished child.”
Boy · English · “This special name means 'little robe', a sweet and endearing image for your cherished little one.”
Unisex · Arabic · “Spelling variant of Hiyam; loving, deeply affectionate”
Boy · Indian · “Heartfelt, Affectionate, Cordial, Heart full”
Unisex · Indian · “Meadow of the hares feminine of harley; absorbed in god; one absorbed in the lord's love”
Unisex · Punjabi · “God's devotee, beloved friend”
Boy · Indian · “An Indian name that signifies a deep love for the name of God, reflecting spiritual devotion and connection.”
Unisex · Indian · “A unisex Indian name signifying one who loves God or the love felt for the Divine.”
Boy · Indian · “An Indian name that translates to God's friend and beloved. It implies a close, spiritual companionship and affection for the divine.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Variant of chaviv: dear; derived from chaviv, dear”
Unisex · English · “Haydin is a lovely name, embodying qualities like 'strong, independent, loving'. A beautiful wish for your child's personality.”
Unisex · Arabic · “Passionate love, deep affection, adoration”
Boy · English · “An English name associated with a schoolmaster character in William Shakespeare's play Love's Labour's Lost.”
Boy · Sanskrit · “Hridayanath is a deeply affectionate name, meaning 'Lord of the heart.' It suggests a loving and cherished individual.”
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