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35 “Joyful” Names for Your Little Bundle
Bring on the good vibes!
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There’s truth to that whole “bundle of” saying—joy goes hand-in-hand with welcoming a baby! So, it’s only fitting that your little ball of bliss has a name that can match all the warmth and happiness they’re about to usher into your world. These baby names meaning “joyful” capture that sunshine-in-a-bottle sentiment. From the classic Joy to the lesser-heard Zelig and Allegra, these joyful baby names are sure to bring a smile to your face. Bring on the good vibes!
Alair: A rare French name meaning “cheerful” or “happy,” Alair has a distinctive sound in addition to its joyful connotation.
Anand: A well-loved Indian name, Anand is Sanskrit for “happiness” or “bliss.”
Asher: This Hebrew name meaning "blessed" or "happy," has become increasingly popular in recent years as parents have gravitated toward names with uplifting meanings.
Blythe: Originally a surname, Blythe has an English meaning of “cheerful” and works perfectly as a joyful name for a baby boy.
Caius: An ancient Roman name, Caius means “rejoice,” melding history and happiness into a single, strong name.
Cayo: With Spanish origins, Cayo is a spirited boy’s name meaning “rejoice.”
Fane: This one-syllable-wonder means “joyful” and is bound to stand out!
Felix: This lively Latin name is literally the root word for “happy” or “fortunate.” You don’t get much more joyful than that!
Gale: This English name means “merry” or “jovial,” perfect for the kind of tyke who lights up every room.
Isaac: This biblical name translates to “he will laugh,” making it perfect for the little one who is about to bring endless giggles to your family.
Ronen: Another Hebrew name meaning “song” or “joy”—apt considering that this name has a musical, rhythmic quality.
Simcha: This popular Hebrew name literally translates to “joy” and “gladness.”
Zelig: This Yiddish name means “happy” or “blessed.” Zelig is a cute and unusual choice with a sweet meaning.
Abigail: This Hebrew name translates to “father’s joy,” making it a sentimental pick for dads-to-be.
Aine: An Irish name that means “brightness” and “joy,” Aine (pronounced Awn-ya) is a lovely choice your little lady.
Allegra: In Italian, Allegra means “joyful” or “lively,” and this musical name has a cheerful melodic quality to it, to boot.
Beatrice: Meaning “she who brings happiness,” this timeless choice fits your tiny harbinger of joy perfectly.
Bliss: This straightforward take on “joyful names” is surprisingly rare!
Chara: A Greek name meaning “joy,” Chara offers a chic alternative to better-known Cara, Clara, Ciara, and Kiera.
Farah: This Arabic name means “joy” or “happiness.” It’s simple, elegant, and, of course, conjures the iconic Farrah Fawcett.
Felicity: Another one derived from the Latin word for “happiness” or “good fortune,” Felicity is a charming choice that’s both vintage and fresh.
Gwyneth: This Welsh name means “blessed” or “happy,” and it’s as beautiful as it is meaningful.
Halona: A Native American name meaning “happy fortune,” Halona is a fine choice for your priceless little one.
Joy: Simple and to-the-point, Joy is a classic choice for parents who want a name with an unmistakable meaning.
Leda: A joyful name of Greek origin, Leda means “happy” or “glad.”
Letitia: An old-fashioned name with Latin origins, Letitia means “joy” or “gladness” and lends itself to cute nicknames like Letty or Tish.
Rena: With roots in Hebrew and Latin, Rena means “joyful melody,” making it perfect for your big-voiced little gal.
Ash: Short for Asher or Ashley, Ash has associations with happiness and rebirth.
Ayo: Of Nigerian origin, Ayo means “joy” and is a beautiful, simple choice with a powerful meaning. Bonus: It’s also the name the graces the very charismatic Ayo Edebiri.
Felice: The Italian form of Felix, Felice means “happy” and has a gender-neutral appeal.
Jubilee: This spirited name means “celebration” and works well for a little one of any gender.
Merritt: Originally a surname, Merritt means “joyful” or “happy,” brings a distinguished, modern air.
Rae/Ray: Though short, Rae packs a whole lot of warmth and light.
Sae: This Japanese name means “blossoming” or “happiness”…lots of joy for your tot to grow into!
Sunny: Bright and cheerful, Sunny is a nature-inspired name that embodies pure bliss.
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