Baby Names That Mean Joy
Joy names are pure optimism — short, warm and easy to say in almost any language.
80 names in this list — tap any name for its full meaning, etymology and pronunciation.
Girl names
- AbigailHebrew
The name translates to 'my father is joy' or 'source of joy'.
- AmlesetAmharic
A beautiful traditional name meaning she has returned or restored something precious.
- AoibheIrish Gaelic
Derived from the word for beauty or radiance, it signifies a person of great joy and light.
- AyitaCherokee
This name means one who is first to dance.
- BeatriceItalian
Means "she who brings happiness" — literary and beloved.
- BeatrizPortuguese
A timeless Iberian choice that means she who brings happiness or the voyager.
- BlytheOld English
A cheerful and lighthearted name that means happy or carefree.
- BolanleYoruba (Nigeria)
A joyful name that means one who finds wealth at home.
- CapucineFrench
Derived from the nasturtium flower, it evokes the bright and cheerful spirit of nature.
- DelaraPersian
A beautiful name meaning she who adorns or delights the heart.
- DilaraPersian-Turkish
A poetic name meaning one who ornaments the heart or a beautiful lover.
- DoliNavajo (Diné)
This name refers to the bluebird, a creature associated with the coming of spring and happiness.
- EbbiseOromo
A joyful name that signifies being blessed or receiving a blessing.
- EiaOld Norse
Representing a powerful goddess-like figure, it conveys majesty and eternal strength.
- FarahArabic
A beautiful and classic name signifying joy, happiness, and gladness.
- FaustineFrench
A cheerful name of Latin origin meaning lucky or fortunate.
- FelicjaPolish
A joyful name that translates to happy, lucky, or successful.
- HalonaWampanoag
A bright name that represents a sense of fortunate discovery or happy fortune.
- HimariJapanese
A bright and cheerful name representing a sunflower that faces the sun.
- IfetundunYoruba
A joyful name signifying that love has become sweet once again.
- IlariaItalian
A joyful name derived from the Latin word for cheerful, happy, or brisk.
- IniyaTamil
A sweet and pleasing name that signifies someone with a delightful nature.
- JioiaItalian
A vibrant variant of Gioia representing exuberant happiness and a fun-loving soul.
- JowitaLatin/Polish
A bright and cheerful name derived from the Roman god Jove, signifying joy.
- Khánh QuỳnhVietnamese
Combines the idea of great joy with the elegance of the night-blooming cereus flower.
- LigayaTagalog
A beloved traditional name that literally translates to joy and happiness.
- LowennaCornish
A vibrant name from Cornwall that simply and sweetly means happiness or joy.
- LucyLatin
Lucy is a cheerful name that literally means 'light'.
- LykkeDanish
A joyful name that literally translates to happiness and good fortune.
- MorenikejiYoruba
A sweet name meaning one who has found a companion or a double in their child.
- Na AmahHebrew
A beautiful name signifying pleasantness, loveliness, or sweetness.
- NajumaSwahili
A name that carries the joyful meaning of being abounding in friendship.
- NaloLuganda (Uganda)
A beautiful and gentle name meaning a beloved child who is cherished.
- NaomiHebrew
The name literally means pleasantness, sweetness, or delight.
- NoemiItalian
A pleasant and gentle name meaning sweetness or delight.
- OdunayoYoruba
A celebratory name marking a year of great joy and happiness for the family.
- OlatheShawnee
A bright and cheerful name that translates directly to beautiful.
- OyinsolaYoruba
A lovely name meaning honey has been poured into wealth.
- PippaEnglish
A cheerful and spirited name that serves as a diminutive of Philippa, meaning lover of horses.
- RanaArabic
The name Rana literally means to gaze or look longingly at something beautiful.
- RonjaSwedish
A beloved name popularized by Astrid Lindgren, often associated with a lake in Lapland.
- ShahdArabic
The literal meaning of the name is pure, clear honey directly from the honeycomb.
- TirhasTigrinya
Meaning to be full of joy and delight, often associated with a sweet disposition.
- TitilayoYoruba
An expression of hope that the family's joy will last forever.
- TrixyLatin
Derived from Beatrix, it means bringer of joy and conveys a fun, mischievous personality.
- ZeldaGermanic
A bold name meaning gray fighting maid, symbolizing a brave and playful warrior spirit.
- ZivaHebrew
Radiating light and splendor, this name evokes brightness and a cheerful spirit.
Boy names
- AdetayoYoruba
A beautiful name meaning that the crown or royalty has brought great joy to the family.
- AhanuAlgonquin
This classic name carries the joyful meaning of he who laughs.
- AsherHebrew
The name means happy or blessed.
- AyotundeYoruba
A wonderful name signifying that joy has returned to the family once again.
- DestaAmharic
A cheerful name that directly translates to joy or happiness.
- DinisGreek via Portuguese
A historic royal name derived from Dionysius, associated with vitality and the joys of life.
- EdenHebrew
This name literally translates to 'delight' or 'pleasure'.
- EvangelosGreek
A traditional and joyful name that means bringer of good news or messenger of good tidings.
- FarajiSwahili (Arabic roots)
A beautiful name that signifies consolation or relief, symbolizing comfort to his parents.
- FeliksLatin/Polish
A classic name that translates to lucky, successful, or favored by fortune.
- HanaJapanese, Arabic, Hebrew
Depending on the culture, this name signifies a flower, happiness, or grace.
- IlgGermanic
Ilg is a traditional Germanic name signifying 'joy' or 'bright'.
- IsaacHebrew
The name Isaac translates literally to 'he will laugh' or 'laughter'.
- KairuiChinese
A name combining victory and triumphant joy with auspicious, lucky omens.
- KasemThai (Pali)
A peaceful name meaning happiness, joy, or safety.
- KhảiVietnamese
A name representing victory, triumph, and a joyful, auspicious beginning.
- LironHebrew
A joyful name that translates to 'my song' or 'joy is mine'.
- MakarGreek via Russian
A soulful name that translates to one who is blessed or happy.
- NicolauGreek via Portuguese
A joyous and spirited name that signifies the victory of the people.
- OtisOld High German
A cheerful name derived from Otto, denoting one who is wealthy and prosperous.
- RadoSlavic
The name Rado literally translates to 'joyful' or 'glad'.
- RadosSlavic
This name literally means one who is joyful or glad.
- RadošSlavic
The name Radoš is a joyous name meaning 'full of happiness' or 'glad'.
- RadosławSlavic
An ancient name representing one who is eager for glory and joy.
- RadzimirSlavic
A melodic traditional name meaning one who is happy to bring peace.
- RamyarPersian
A beautiful name meaning one who is at peace or a keeper of tranquility.
- RufusLatin
A cheerful and historic Roman name that traditionally refers to someone with red hair.
- SaeedArabic
This name literally means happy, lucky, or fortunate.
- SekaniTumbuka (Malawi/Zambia)
A joyful name that means to be merry or laugh.
- SunnyEnglish
A name referring to the sun or a bright, cheerful disposition.
- TatumEnglish
The name translates to Tata's homestead or a cheerful place.
- ThaBurmese
A beautiful name meaning 'pleasant', 'delightful', or 'happy'.
- WojciechSlavic
A classic and strong name meaning one who finds joy in being a warrior or soldier.
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