Baby Names Starting With B
Names beginning with B, gathered from every cultural origin in the collection. Each one shows its meaning, origin and how to say it.
78 names in this list — tap any name for its full meaning, etymology and pronunciation.
Girl names
- BamideleYoruba
A beautiful wish for the child to follow the parents home and stay with them.
- BanafshehPersian
A graceful name that refers to the delicate violet flower.
- BatoulArabic
The name means a woman who is devoted to God, pure, and chaste.
- BeatriceItalian
Means "she who brings happiness" — literary and beloved.
- BeatrizPortuguese
A timeless Iberian choice that means she who brings happiness or the voyager.
- BelénSpanish
The Spanish name for Bethlehem, often used to honor the city of bread.
- BelizTurkish
A distinctive mark or a sign that represents a clear trace.
- BellaItalian, Latin
The name means beautiful and is a shortened form of names ending in -bella.
- BeneditaLatin
A timeless name that carries the beautiful meaning of being blessed or well-spoken of.
- BerenTurkish
A powerful name representing a person who is strong, smart, and well-known for their capability.
- BéréniceFrench
A classic name of Greek origin meaning one who brings victory.
- BerenikaPolish
A strong and noble name signifying one who brings victory.
- BethanWelsh
A popular Welsh diminutive of Elizabeth, meaning pledged to God.
- BiancaItalian
Means "white, pure" — poetic and understated.
- BíchVietnamese
A name representing the precious and elegant beauty of blue-green jade.
- BilenAmharic
A poetic name referring to the pupil of the eye, symbolizing someone precious and central to one's vision.
- BindiAustralian Aboriginal (Nyungar)
Refers to a little girl and captures a lively, spirited energy.
- BinnurTurkish
A luminous name that translates to a thousand lights or immense radiance.
- BitaniaGe'ez/Amharic
Derived from the biblical Bethany, it represents a place of peace and welcome.
- BituinTagalog
A classic name that translates to star, representing a light that guides others.
- BláthnaidIrish
A delicate floral name meaning little flower or blossom.
- BlytheOld English
A cheerful and lighthearted name that means happy or carefree.
- BognaPolish
An ancient Slavic name meaning 'divine' or 'given by God'.
- BogumiłaSlavic
A traditional compound name signifying one who is favored or loved by God.
- BolanleYoruba (Nigeria)
A joyful name that means one who finds wealth at home.
- BoluwatifeYoruba
A meaningful name signifying that a child came to be exactly as God desired.
- BoreumKorean
This pure Korean name refers to the brightness and abundance of a full moon.
- BożenaSlavic
An ancient and noble name meaning one who is blessed or gifted by God.
- BriocBreton
A traditional name meaning mighty or high, derived from the Old Celtic word for power.
- BusabaThai (Sanskrit)
A classic and poetic name that signifies a graceful flower.
- BusaraSwahili
A name representing wisdom, prudence, and good foresight.
Boy names
- BAmerican
A short and modern mononym representing the second letter of the Latin alphabet.
- BabajideYoruba
A meaningful name traditionally given when a child is seen as a father who has returned to the family.
- BabatundeYoruba
This name signifies that a grandfather has returned through the birth of a grandson.
- BadruddinArabic
A radiant name meaning the full moon of the religion.
- BagwisTagalog
Refers to the long feathers or wings of a bird, symbolizing freedom and the ability to soar.
- BaileyEnglish
This name literally translates to a bailiff, steward, or public official.
- BakariSwahili
A hopeful name meaning one who will succeed or a noble promise.
- BanaagTagalog
Refers to a glimmer of light or the faint streak of dawn, symbolizing hope and new beginnings.
- Bảo LâmVietnamese
A precious forest, symbolizing a man who is both valuable to his family and strong like nature.
- BarHebrew
The name means 'wild' (as in nature) or 'pure' and 'clean'.
- BarakHebrew
A vibrant name that translates to a flash of lightning.
- BarakaSwahili
A popular name representing blessings and abundance from the divine.
- BardiyaPersian
An ancient name meaning high status or exalted, famously held by a son of Cyrus the Great.
- BarışTurkish
A classic and rhythmic name that translates directly to the concept of peace and harmony.
- BastianGerman (short form of Sebastian)
A venerable and respected individual from the ancient city.
- BastienFrench
A charming French diminutive of Sebastian, meaning venerable or revered.
- BatuOld Turkic
This strong name signifies a person who is powerful, prevailing, and firm in character.
- BayanTagalog
A name signifying a deep connection to one's nation, community, or town.
- BeauFrench
The name Beau literally translates to handsome or beautiful in French.
- BedwyrWelsh
An ancient name from Arthurian legend meaning knower of the grave.
- BelEnglish, Hebrew, French
A gentle and short name often signifying beauty or the concept of a lord.
- BellamyFrench, English
A charming and friendly name meaning 'fine friend'.
- BeltránSpanish
A classic Spanish name signifying a bright raven or a brilliant warrior.
- BenediktGermanic/Latin
A traditional name meaning one who is blessed.
- BenjaminHebrew
The name literally translates to 'son of the right hand'.
- BennettLatin
Bennett is a charming name that signifies being blessed.
- BenoGermanic / Slovene / Hebrew
Beno is a friendly name often meaning 'blessed' or 'son of the right hand'.
- BenoîtFrench
A classic name that translates to blessed, reflecting a sense of peace and gratitude.
- BerdjArmenian
An elegant and traditional name that translates to mean magnificent or splendid.
- BerhanuAmharic
This classic name means his light, representing the radiance and hope the child brings to his family.
- BernardoGermanic via Portuguese
A strong and endearing name that translates to being as brave and sturdy as a bear.
- BilalArabic
This name literally translates to 'moisture' or 'that which refreshes the throat.'
- BiniamGe'ez
A popular name meaning 'son of the right hand,' representing strength and favor.
- BlairScottish
This name literally translates to 'plain', 'field', or 'battlefield'.
- BlakeEnglish
This name historically refers to a person with either very dark or very light hair and skin.
- BłażejPolish (Latin origin)
A steadfast name meaning one who stammers, historically associated with Saint Blaise, the protector against ailments.
- BorenChinese (Mandarin)
Combines extensive knowledge and abundant learning with the core Confucian virtue of benevolence.
- BorysSlavic
An ancient name representing a person of great strength or a formidable fighter.
- BraisGalician-Spanish
An authentic regional variant of Blaise, often associated with kindness and distinct character.
- BranWelsh and Irish
A short, powerful name that represents the wisdom of the raven.
- BriarEnglish
The name refers to a prickly, shrubby plant or a thorny patch of bushes.
- BrodiePictish / Scottish Gaelic
A popular name taken from a historic Moray estate meaning a little ridge or precipice.
- BrooklynEnglish/Dutch
This name refers to a 'broken land' or a 'marshland', derived from the New York City borough.
- BrooksEnglish
A person who lives by a small, natural stream.
- BrunoGermanic
The name means 'brown' or 'polished,' often referring to the color of a bear or burnished metal.
- BrynWelsh
A short and sturdy name that simply means hill or mound.
- BurakArabic / Turkish
A strong and noble name referring to a celestial steed that signifies speed and brightness.
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