399 Baby Names That Mean Desire

Choosing a name for their child is the biggest decision a parent can make. A baby name meaning desire is not merely a label but a beacon of hope that guides your little one throughout their life’s journey. As parents, choosing the perfect name for your baby is a momentous occasion. Each name tells a special story filled with dreams and wishes for a happy life ahead.
Should you pick something trendy or out of left field, something that honors a loved one, or just stick with the classic? Or how about naming your child after a strong wish, want, or desire? Some names represent ambition and determination, infusing and epitomizing the fire to achieve greatness within a person. Others embody a yearning for love, friendship, and compassion, showcasing an earnest connection to humanity. Regardless of interpretation, these names vividly represent the boundless potential that awaits your little bundle of joy.
Desire is tremendously important in life. It compels us to work towards something that’s better for us and others. If there weren't desire, most things we have in the world right now wouldn’t exist. If you are satisfied with the status quo, you’ll remain passive, not looking to advance or accomplish much. Yes, desire does have a bad side, particularly when it degenerates into envy, obsessiveness, and covetousness. And literature is filled with examples of people who wished for something wrong and ended up hurting themselves. But inherently, desire is wonderful. You just need to ensure that the object of your desire is attainable. And if it’s not, then one must not pursue it. Below is our list of baby names meaning desire from African, French, German, Hungarian, Spanish, and Indian backgrounds. Our compilation of names meaning desire is designed to inspire and guide you in your quest for the perfect name for your precious baby. Within this extensive collection, you'll find names that convey strength, beauty, and an unwavering passion for life, warming your heart as you explore the options.

Name		Gender	Meaning
Aahwaanith		Boy	One who has Been Invited; Wanted; Something desired; wish
Aakanksh		Boy	Desire; Wish; Crave; Longing
Aakanksha		Girl	Eagerness; Inordinate desire for someone or something; An object of ardent desire
Aamanee		Girl	The good desire; Hope; A sound blessing
Aarman		Boy	Desire; Awesome; Crave; Want; Wish
Aarzoo		Boy	Wish; Desire; Want; Crave
Aarzu		Unisex	Desire, longing, hope
Aasha		Girl	Hope; Desire; Wish; Hopeful; Wishful thinking
Aasha Latha		Girl	Creeper Of Hope; Aasha means wishes or desire and Latha means creeper
Aashika		Girl	Desire or love; cherished or esteemed
Abeesht		Boy	Wanted; Desired; To wish; Crave
Abheesht		Boy	Desired; Wished; Wanted; Craved
Abheeshtha		Boy	Ones Desire; Wishes; Wants; Cravings
Abheest		Boy	Wanted; Desired; Wished; Craved
Abhilasa		Girl	Desire; Wish
Abhilash		Boy	Desire; Wish; Crave; Longing; Want
Abhilasha		Girl	Ambition; Desire
Abhilasin		Girl	One who is full of desires and wishes
Abhinatha		Boy	Lord of Desires; Another Name for Kama; God of wishes
Abhinivesh		Boy	A desire that is long cherished; Persistence
Abhipsa		Boy	Means Strong Desire; Wishes; Longing
Abhipsha		Girl	A strong desire of wish
Abhiruca		Girl	Delightful; Desire; Pleasure
Abhiruchi		Girl	One who have or keep desires
Abhisheha		Boy	One who is full of desires
Abhnivesh		Boy	Long Cherished Desire; Idea; Resolution
Abilash		Boy	Powerful and Complete; Desire; Name of Goddess Lakshmi
Abilasha		Girl	The wish or the desires
Abilisha		Girl	A wish or desire of a person
Adhana		Boy	One without Money and worldly desires
Adityesha		Boy	Very high or big desires; One with a lot of wishes and cravings
Aeshna		Girl	The desire or wish of a known person
Ahwanith		Boy	Wanted; desired; needed; wish; like; crave; long
Aimal		Boy	Desire; Wish
Aishna		Boy	Desire; Wish; Crave; Longing; Want
Akanksh		Boy	Desire; Wish; One who is capable of being a mediator with a good friendship ability
Akanksha		Girl	Wish; Desire; Hope; Ambition
Akansha		Girl	Desire or wish
Aldene		Girl	Old friend; Has an intense desire for work
Almin		Unisex	Desire for knowledge and wisdom
Alolupa		Boy	Free from Desire; Firm; Steady
Amaani		Unisex	Trustworthy, hopeful, desired
Amadana		Boy	Name of Lord Shiva; One who is free from worldly desires and passions
Amahatha		Boy	In desire of a house that guides one in the right direction
Amani		Unisex	Wishes; Desires; Peace
Amania		Unisex	Desire; Aspiration
Amanthis		Girl	The one with a congenial nature and a desire to be creative
Amenoolahkhan		Boy	One whose desire is to please others
Amid		Boy	One with many emotional desires
Amod		Boy	Pleasure; Delight; Source of enjoyment; Desire
Aneirin		Boy	A man of honor; Noble; Desires a lovely stable life
Anugraha		Girl	Request; Desire; Blessing; Wishes
Anuhu		Boy	The person who has no desires
Anusha		Girl	Following desires; Beautiful morning; The name of a star
Apekshit		Boy	Desired; Expected; Wished; Longed; Craved
Aramanas		Boy	The one who is filled with desire, pleasure and happiness
Arezo		Girl	Wish; Desire
Arezou		Boy	Desire
Arithi		Girl	Wish; Desire; Cravings
Ariyana		Girl	One who has a desire to be creative and full of passion
Arkaparna		Girl	A desire; A dream; Sun's child
Arluene		Girl	An Emperor; one with a desire for learning
Armaan		Boy	Desire; Wish; Has a generous and helpful nature
Arman		Boy	Desire; Hope; Warrior
Armandeepsingh		Boy	Desire; Light
Armigil		Girl	Wish; Desire; Longing wish
Armineh		Girl	Desire; Goal
Armita		Girl	Wish; Desire; One who is righteous and virtuous
Armstead		Boy	Handsome one; A desire to learn and lead
Aronui		Girl	Desire, Greatly desired
Arouz		Boy	Emotional desires; has bright ideas
Arzu		Girl	Desire; Wish
Asapurna		Boy	One whose desire is fulfilled
Asha		Girl	Hope; Alive; Desire
Ashay		Boy	Desire; Hope; Promising; Faith; Wish; Being Optimistic
Ashiah		Girl	Alive; Desire; Hope; Charming one
Asotosa		Boy	One who fulfills wishes, desires, wants and needs instantly
Autar		Boy	One who fulfills desires and wishes
Avalanna		Girl	Beautiful; Desired one
Avalee		Girl	Strength; Desired; Bird; Voice; Song; Sound; A variant of the name Ava
Avaleigh		Girl	A beautiful individual; Desired song
Avalie		Girl	The one who has huge strength and desire
Avash		Unisex	Desire; Longing; Passion
Avelia		Girl	Bird-like; Strength; Desired
Avelina		Girl	Little Bird; Strength; Desired; A variant of the name Ava
Avia		Girl	Bird; Strength; Desired; Yahweh is my father; Bearer of good news; Modern blend of Ava and Ana
Aviance		Girl	Bird; Strength; Desired; Yahweh is my father; Bearer of good news; Modern blend of Ava and Ana
Avicia		Girl	A desired and is a bird with lots of strength
Avilasa		Girl	A very personal desire; One who has a secret wish
Avilina		Girl	A little bird who has a lot of strength; desire
Avis		Girl	A bird who is desired by everyone
Avlynn		Girl	Strength; Desired; Bird; Voice; Song; Sound; A variant of name Ava
Avys		Girl	One who has desired strength
Azola		Boy	One who has a desire for success
Babeesh		Boy	One who has a desire to do things
Badiah		Boy	Name of Myrobalan tree; desire to be independent
Baeddel		Boy	An efficient person; desire to understand
Bailye		Girl	One who has the desire to uplift humanity
Baldewyne		Boy	One who has a desire to please everyone
Baren		Boy	The Lust; Yearn; Desire; Wish

Infographic: Delightful Names For Your Baby That Mean Desire

A name carrying the essence of 'desire' encapsulates your child's future hopes and dreams, radiating a bright outlook. It becomes a constant reminder for them to chase their ambitions with perseverance. Discover some desirable options in our infographic, featuring some of the best baby names embodying this sentiment.

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