40 Baby Names Meaning 'Butterfly'

Embracing beauty and transformation with butterfly-inspired baby names.

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Beautiful and delicate are two words that perfectly describe a butterfly. These tender creatures are full of life and energy. And names that mean ‘butterfly’ signify their unique charm and grace. Most children are fascinated by these lovely creatures, so names that mean ‘butterfly’ are loved worldwide. The feminine name Vanessa means ‘butterfly’ and is believed to be derived from the Greek Goddess Phanessa, who liked butterflies. The unisex name Chrysalis, referring to the ‘pupa stage of a butterfly,’ is a unique name that symbolizes the innocence and elegance of a butterfly. In Hindi, the name Titli, meaning ‘butterfly,’ is a known feminine name given to sweet little girls. From the Persian Parvaneh to the Lakota Kimimela, 'butterfly' names are symbols of hope and transformation. Whether you are looking for a delicate, graceful, or just plain beautiful name, a butterfly name could be the best choice for your little one. Look at the list below to choose the best butterfly-related name for your precious child.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Vanessa	Girl	Butterfly
Yara	Girl	Lady of the lake; Friend; Helper; Small butterfly; Courage; Strength
Yaritza	Girl	Friend; Helper; Lady of the water; Small butterfly
Bindi	Girl	Small round to wear on forehead; Butterfly; Little girl
Vanesa	Girl	Butterfly; Goddess Phanessa; Venus, the Goddess of love
Yarah	Girl	Honeycomb; Honeysuckle; Small butterfly; Water lady; Strong
Mariposa	Girl	Butterfly
Parvaneh	Girl	Like a Butterfly
Nabi	Boy	Prophet; Beautiful; Butterfly; Apple tree
Venessa	Girl	Butterfly-like; Name of a butterfly genus

Diep	Girl	Leaf; Butterfly
Kimimela	Girl	Butterfly
Aponi	Unisex	Butterfly
Vanessah	Girl	A species of butterfly; A variant of Vanessa
Ekval	Boy	Butterfly; Beautiful and free spirited
Jhanish	Boy	God's Gracious Butterfly; Butterfly; God is merciful
Aeria	Girl	A species of butterfly; Type of butterfly
Cho	Girl	Butterfly; Smooth; Boat
Chouko	Girl	Butterfly; an insect that feeds on nectar of flowers
Chrysalis	Girl	Gold; Pupa or cocoon of a butterfly or moth

Eilir	Girl	Butterfly; one who is spontaneous and alluring
Farashah	Girl	A girl who is like a butterfly
Farfalla	Girl	She is like a butterfly
Flutura	Girl	A butterfly
Kallima	Girl	A butterfly
Kimama	Girl	Butterfly
Moressa	Girl	A butterfly that dwells from the sea
Papillon	Girl	Butterfly
Parvana	Girl	Butterfly
Parvanah	Girl	A rare and majestic butterfly

Parveneh	Boy	One who is like a butterfly
Reness	Girl	To be reborn as a butterfly
Tinkal	Girl	A butterfly; Beautiful butterfly
Titli	Girl	A butterfly; Colourful butterfly
Farashuu	Girl	Kenyan word for butterfly
Itzpapalotl	Girl	Obsidian butterfly
Parwana	Girl	Butterfly
Panama	Unisex	Butterfly; Distant; Far away
Farasha	Girl	Butterfly
Vanice	Unisex	Graceful; Butterfly

Names that mean ‘butterfly’ appeal primarily to parents who love nature. These names are uncommon, so if you are looking for a rare and meaningful name, this list is for you. Look for names that will sound good with your family names. If you plan to choose a name with a foreign origin, check its pronunciation and spelling before finalizing it for your little one. If you are overwhelmed by the choices, shortlist three of these names and then have your family vote on their top choice to help you decide.

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that would fit diverse preferences. Each name on the list is unique and deeply meaningful. Explore them to find a name that celebrates your child's individuality and reflects your dreams and aspirations for them.

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