279 Baby Names That Mean First

Choosing a meaningful and symbolic name for your baby is a cherished task. However, among the choices, baby names meaning first, hold a special charm. They encompass myriad affirmative attributes, such as audacious leadership, groundbreaking innovation, and unwavering ambition. For parents yearning for their child to be a trailblazer or a trendsetter, a name denoting 'first' could be a perfect choice. These names boast intricate and deeply entrenched historical and cultural roots, adding profound significance to your child's identity.

Opting for a name that encapsulates the concept of 'first' bestows a notion of new beginnings and limitless potential. These names exude an irresistible aura of originality and meaning that resonates throughout your baby's lifetime. Whether drawn to the elegance of Italian nomenclature, the spiritual connotations of Hebrew etymology, the melodic allure of Arabic appellations, or the charm of English designations, the vast repertoire of names signifying 'first' offers endless options.

Names steeped in the essence of 'first' often emanate from diverse languages and cultures, each exuding an enchanting allure and positive connotations. These names proffer an exquisite choice if you desire your child to embody an amalgamation of inspiring qualities.

We have curated an exquisitely diverse collection of baby names, all united by the common thread of signifying 'first.' Whether you prefer the grandeur of time-honored appellations steeped in historical provenance or the allure of innovative modern twists that pay homage to the captivating concept of primacy, our list presents a treasure trove of options for you to explore. This meticulously curated list caters to various tastes and preferences, from the revered classics that have withstood the march of time to the bold and unconventional choices that venture into uncharted territory.

Name		Gender	Meaning
Perdana		Boy	The First
Perdikkas		Boy	The First
Perdy		Girl	The First
Periyannan		Boy	First born; Eldest; First child in the order of birth
Persiannan		Boy	First born; Eldest; First child in the order of birth
Pj		Unisex	Abbreviation of first and middle names; J usually stands for Junior
Pradham		Boy	First; Foremost; Important
Prajwat		Boy	The first ray of sunlight in the dawn
Pramathesh		Boy	He who was the first God of the world
Prasit		Boy	One who is like the first ray of the winter Sun
Prat		Boy	Early Morning; Dawn; Rising Sun; First rays of the Sun
Pratam		Boy	A person who belongs to the highest; First status
Prateek		Boy	Symbol; First word In a sentence; Beginning; Origin
Pratha		Boy	Trend; Custom; First and Foremost; Beginning; In the origin or starting
Pratham		Boy	First; Foremost; Important; In the origin or starting; Beginning
Prathamesh		Boy	One of the many names of Lord Ganesh signifying him as the first and foremost of everything
Prathem		Boy	First; Foremost; Important; In the origin or starting; Beginning; A variant of Prathem
Prathush		Boy	Morning Sun; Rising Sun; Dawn; First rays of the sun
Pratik		Boy	Symbol, First Word In A Sentence; Beginning; Origin
Pratush		Boy	One who is like first ray of the morning Sun
Preben		Boy	First in battle
Premier		Unisex	First or leading in importance or time
Pridbor		Boy	First in battle
Prim		Girl	The first rose; The first-born child
Prima		Girl	The first one; The first-born daughter
Prime		Unisex	First in importance; Rank or quality
Primin		Boy	The first born
Primina		Girl	The first-born little one
Primitivo		Boy	The first one
Primo		Boy	First; First born
Primrose		Girl	The very first rose
Primula		Girl	The very first one
Primus		Boy	He who is the first
Prince		Boy	Leader; First; Royal descendant
Purvi		Girl	The first one who comes from the East
Raisul		Boy	The first one
Reince		Boy	A very rare first name; A surname of German origin
Reyansh		Boy	One who can be compared to the first ray of sun in the morning
Ripan		Boy	The first light of Sun that rises on the horizon
Rishabhnath		Boy	Morality; Superior; Name of the First Jain Tirthankara
Rishon		Boy	First; Primary; Primitive; Origin
Rishona		Girl	One who is the first in line
Rohit		Boy	Red; The first rays of the sun; Bright and Brilliant; Charming
Rohitashwa		Boy	The first red lights of the sun when it rises in the morning
Rohith		Boy	Red as the first rays of the Sun
Saaloot		Boy	The first King of Israel and Judah
Sallie		Girl	Nickname; Rarely a first name; Princess
Sapeedah		Girl	First light in the morning; Dawn
Sapidah		Girl	First light in the morning; Dawn
Scout		Girl	To listen; The first explorer
Seiichi		Boy	A firstborn son
Shabnam		Girl	She is like the first morning dew
Shamiram		Girl	The first Assyrian queen
Shanmukha		Boy	Kartikeya, the first son of lord Shiva
Sharaf		Boy	A man to whom honor comes first
Shrejal		Girl	Best; First; Foremost
Shresta		Girl	One who is first; Best; Foremost
Shumaylah		Girl	First woman who wore coloured garments and perfume
Sonisay		Girl	One who creates a good first impression
Srichaitra		Boy	A name of the first month in Indian calendar; A beginning
Sulung		Boy	First or eldest
Tacitus		Boy	Not making any sound or noise; Name of the first century roman historian
Taiwo		Girl	The first of the twin to see the world
Tajae		Unisex	First born child
Tarjani		Girl	The first finger
Tawiah		Girl	The first child after twins
Teyacapan		Girl	First-born daughter
Tj		Unisex	Abbreviation of first and middle names; J usually stands for Junior
Usakirana		Boy	The first light of dawn
Vyusti		Girl	The first gleam of dawn
Washington		Unisex	Settlement of Wassa's people; People of the first man;
Wenona		Girl	The first-born daughter
Winona		Girl	First-born daughter, noble spirit
Won		Unisex	First or leader
Yong-sun		Boy	The dragon in the first position
Yuichi		Boy	First son
Yusayrah		Girl	Easy; One of the First Two Swear Allegiance (bayah) to the Prophet
Zuhr		Girl	Light; Brilliance; The first three nights of the lunar month
Zulfah		Girl	Nearness, Closeness; One who is very dear; The first part of the night; A variant of Zulfa

Infographic: Beautiful Baby Names That Signify First

Nothing signifies a new beginning as much as the birth of a baby. So it's natural to look for names that mean 'first.' The arrival of this cute family member also ushers in a new and exciting journey for parents. So if you've been searching for names that express this new chapter in your life, check out this infographic.

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