726 Baby Names That Mean Divine

Heavenly names for your angelic child.

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• Sep 19, 2023

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The practice of naming babies after divine attributes or deities holds deep historical, cultural, and traditional significance across various civilizations. Baby names meaning divine carry a profound spiritual weight and often serve to invoke protection upon the newborn. These names may also be chosen for the qualities they embody such as wisdom, patience, strength, love, uniqueness, compassion, piety, or purity.

Baby names, meaning divine, have more than one positive connotation. Divine could mean ‘of or like God,’ ‘blessed by God,’ or ‘very pleasing and delightful'. Historically, naming babies with divine-inspired names can be traced back to ancient civilizations such as Rome, Greece, Africa, and Asia.

In ancient Egypt, divine names were believed to bestow the child with qualities associated with the deity they are named after. Such names were used during ritualistic practices from birth to death and were believed to protect the child’s mortal and immortal journey (1).

Similarly, the Greeks, the Vikings, and the Romans derived from the names of mythical immortals as a means to bless the child with wisdom and strength. In several African cultures, names that denoted the presence of divine grace carried the historical narratives of cultural heritage and ancestry.

In Indian culture, the practice of choosing follows the Hindu tradition. It uses multiple references right from astrological signs and nakshatras, to names of gods and goddesses, and divine scriptures.

Additionally, the role of religion is also significantly visible in naming practices across the globe. Names like Davina and Dyann from Christianity and Nourin and Yezda from Islam denote that one is blessed with the light of the divine. Thus these names may be considered to motivate your child towards righteous behavior.

Below is our meticulous collection of beautiful baby names meaning divine. The idyllic baby names you see here are filled with outward charm and will age really well. We’re sure you’ll find at least one or two names that will lift you to another realm.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Atasa	Boy	The divine soul of a person
Athalie	Boy	Lord; The divine spirit is great
Athanasios	Boy	The immortal divine soul
Atin	Boy	The divine and the great one
Atmika	Girl	Light of the divine
Audree	Girl	A divine stregth
Aune	Unisex	Sacred; Divine
Auset	Unisex	Powerful, mysterious, divine
Auxerre	Girl	A divine person; they are advanced and mature
Avanya	Unisex	Unique, powerful, divine

Averielle	Unisex	Graceful; Ethereal; Divine
Avleen	Unisex	Graceful, blessed, divine
Avu	Unisex	Unique; Mystical; Divine
Avyaansh	Boy	Unique, powerful, divine
Avyansh	Boy	Divine part or incarnation of Lord Vishnu
Ayanah	Girl	Nurturer; Compassionate; Divine
Ayia	Unisex	Goddess; Sacred; Divine
Ayon	Unisex	Divine; Celestial; God-like
Bakhsheesh	Girl	The Blessed One; Divine Blessing; God's Gift; A Donation from God; Given by God
Bakhshish	Boy	Divine Blessing; Gift; Donation; To Tip; Present

Baksheesh	Boy	A divine blessing
Bakshish	Boy	Divine Blessing; Gift; Donation; To Tip; Present
Baksis	Boy	Divine Blessing; Gift; Donation; To Tip; Present
Baksish	Boy	Divine Blessing; Gift; Donation; To Tip; Present
Bengt	Boy	Blessed; To give honor or glory to a person or thing as divine or holy
Bhagavatamrt	Boy	Nectar of Srimad Bhagavatam; One who has learned the divine tales of the Lord in Srimad Bhagavatam
Bhagwat	Boy	Holy Book of Hindus; Teachings in the form of the divine tales of the Lord
Bhart	Boy	Divine; Godly; Celestial; Holy; Pious; Sacred
Bhasura	Boy	The shining God; Crystal; Enlightened; Sacred; Divine; Holy; Pious
Bhavisana	Girl	Divine

Bhuvik	Boy	He who is a divine and heavenly Boy
Bless	Unisex	To consecrate or invoke divine favor upon; To bestow well wishes or approval on someone or something
Blessed	Unisex	Divine favor or protection
Blessings	Unisex	Divine favor or grace
Bojidar	Boy	Variant transcription of Bozhidar, meaning divine gift.
Bozena	Girl	Divine
Bozhena	Girl	Divine
Bozhidar	Boy	Bulgarian form of Bozidar; Meaning divine gift
Bozhidara	Girl	Bulgarian feminine form of Bozidar; Meaning divine gift
Bozho	Boy	A diminutive of Bozidar; Meaning divine

Bozidar	Boy	A divine gift; Derivation of the Greek name Theodore
Bozo	Boy	Divine
Brahm	Boy	Divine, ultimate truth, cosmic consciousness
Caitanya	Unisex	Divine radiance
Calliah	Girl	Graceful; Exalted; Divine
Celin	Unisex	Heavenly; Divine
Ceona	Unisex	Goddess; Divine spirit
Cetarka	Boy	A divine saint
Chappal	Boy	Name of a saint; Divinely inspired sage
Charandeep	Boy	Light of God's Feet; Divine flame of light of God's Feet

Charandip	Boy	Light of God's Feet; Divine flame of light of God's Feet
Charantej	Boy	Radiance of God's Feet; Divine brightness of God's Feet
Charu	Unisex	Name of a flower in Sanskrit; Divinely good looking; Out of materialistic world; Beauty like the moon; Lord Ram
Charudatta	Boy	Handsome; Beautiful; Divinely Good looking
Charudehi	Boy	One of names of Son of Sri Lord Krishna; One who is Beautiful and divinely Good looking
Charugupta	Boy	One of names of Son of Sri Lord Krishna; One who is Beautiful and divinely Good looking
Charuhaas	Boy	One with a Beautiful Smile; Blessed with a divine and pleasing smile
Chheda	Boy	Handsome; Beautiful; Divinely Good looking
Chistan	Boy	A divine sage
Chosen	Boy	One who is the object of choice or of divine favor

Chuk	Boy	The Supreme divine; the one beyond everything
Coshel	Boy	Derived from the name of a famous Indian saint, who was considered divine
Dadheechi	Boy	Divine rishi; One who has attained enlightenment
Dadhikra	Boy	A divine horse; Sun
Daiva	Unisex	Divine; Goddess
Daivansh	Boy	Of Divine Origin; Religious; Godly; Sacred Being
Daivik	Boy	Divine
Daivya	Girl	A divine being
Damaria	Unisex	Divine; Beloved
Damian	Girl	Master; To tame; Divine power

Damianos	Boy	Master; To tame; Divine power
Damien	Boy	Master; To tame; Divine power
Damiyah	Unisex	Beautiful princess; Divine beauty
Dangelo	Boy	Divine messenger
Danti	Boy	The divine comedy
Davani	Unisex	Divine; Compassionate; Intelligent
Dayanara	Girl	Highly exalted; Divine gift
Dayanna	Unisex	Divine; Heavenly; Gracious
Dayvee	Girl	A godlike, divine, and determined individual
Deanndra	Girl	A divine being who is beautiful of all

Deeana	Girl	One who has fulfilled the desires; Divine
Deeann	Girl	Divine person; one who is loved by all
Deeanna	Girl	A divine being who is a master of many arts
Deedee	Boy	Heavenly; Divine
Deena	Girl	A divine valley; Decoration
Deenal	Girl	A divine; Great person; Chief
Deethya	Unisex	Divine or Goddess-like
Deeva	Unisex	Goddess, divine, radiant
Deevitha	Girl	One who has divine powers; blessing
Deitrick	Boy	Divine ruler or leader

Deivigan	Boy	Spiritual; Divine; Religious; Pious; Holy; Sacred
Deliana	Girl	Divine; Unique; Graceful
Demiana	Unisex	Divine protector or beloved by God
Demiya	Unisex	Divine; Heavenly; Gift from God
Demiyah	Girl	Goddess like; Divine; Joyful
Dena	Girl	Delicate; Judged; Valley; Divine
Deneen	Girl	Avenged; a divine and godly being
Deniece	Girl	God-like, divine
Denni	Girl	Devotee of Dionysius; Valley; Divine
Deondra	Girl	A courageous person; A divine being

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Baby names meaning divine not only reflect the family's religious beliefs and cultural heritage but also aim to invoke the blessings of mythological beings. They are assumed to act as the gateway that connects the early beings to the universal energy. The above-given names have been carefully picked due to their profound intention and purpose. In addition, it is also believed that assigning such names may encourage virtues such as wisdom, strength, love, and compassion in individuals. So go ahead and choose what best suits your child’s qualities.

Infographic: Heavenly Baby Names That Mean Divine

Baby names that mean divine are often derived from mythological, historical, and traditional stories. These names carry a profound spiritual significance and are considered to bless and protect the child. The following infographic contains a few unique and culturally revered names that mean divine from across the globe.

delightful names meaning divine for baby boys and girls (infographic)

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Are there any gender-neutral names that mean ‘divine’?

Yes, there are plenty of unisex names that mean ‘divine.’ For example, the name Anukulika means ‘a divine messenger,’ while the name Caitanya means ‘to have a divine radiance.’

2. What is the origin of names that mean ‘divine’?

Names that mean divine have roots in various cultures and mythologies. Atlas, which means 'bearer of the heavens,' is a name from Greek mythology. In Hindu culture, the name Ashvani means son of the divine sun and Astha means 'trust in a divine entity.'

3. Are there any famous people or characters with names that mean ‘divine’?

Yes, there are some famous people with names that have relatable meanings to ‘divine.’ The name Astrid meaning 'divinely beautiful' is borne by the Danish film director Astrid Henning Jensen. Another name, Atlas, means 'bearer of the heavens.' Charles Atlas was an Italian bodybuilder who developed the renowned Dynamic Tension exercise program.

4. What are some combinations of names that mean ‘divine’ and other words, like ‘grace’ or ‘hope’?

Various names have meanings that combine divinity with other virtues like gracefulness or hope. For example, Aamin means 'one who is divine' and 'grace of God.' Amarachukwu and Ameen mean 'divine grace.' Ammerie is another name that means 'divine ruler.'

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