300 Pure Names That Mean Gold

As precious as the yellow metal, the riches of these names echo far and wide.

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Gold, a precious and radiant metal, holds deep significance across cultures. It represents brilliance, prosperity, and spiritual power. The appeal of gold extends beyond its physical form; it also symbolizes various virtues and qualities. Gold often stands for generosity and compassion, representing warmth and kindness. Moreover, its connection to achievement and triumph makes it a standard award for winners. Gold medals and trophies often denote success and accomplishment. Throughout history, gold has played a vital role in the beliefs and customs of ancient civilizations. From Egypt and Rome to the Aztecs and Incas, gold found its place in religious artifacts, ceremonial items, and even currency. Gold is significantly associated with Greek mythology, with the golden apple tree gifted to the goddess Hera by her grandmother Gaia. A golden apple from this tree gave rise to the Trojan War (1). The legend of King Midas and his golden touch also does not fall far behind in terms of importance. In the Bible, gold was among the three presents given to infant Jesus by the Three Wise Men (2). It has always been a coveted item, an object of fascination for alchemists who believed that the elusive Philosopher’s Stone would turn base metals into gold. This connection formed the groundwork of modern-day Chemistry, further strengthening the significance of gold (3). Its enduring appeal and lasting symbolism have made it a perpetually inspiring source for naming choices. Baby names meaning gold embody the promises of brilliance and prosperity. Consider the lovely name Aranka, from Hungary, which means 'one who shines like gold,' or Ophira, a Hebrew origin name that translates to 'expensive gold.' Tanishka, too is a beautiful option, meaning 'Goddess of gold.' Bestowing a name meaning gold upon your child is a tribute to the timeless spirit and grandeur that gold has represented throughout history. Discover below a delightful compilation of numerous names that mean gold. Take your time to explore the list and choose the name that truly captivates your interest.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Ariah	Girl	Song; Melody; Gold
Goldie	Girl	A person with blonde hair; Gold
Lamar	Boy	Of the sea; Liquid gold
Oriana	Girl	Gold
Goldy	Girl	A variant of Golda; Derived from gold which denotes precious jewellery metal
Jin	Boy	Gold; Compassionate
Auria	Girl	Gold; Golden; Gilded
Zarina	Unisex	Golden; Gold; Empress
Golda	Girl	Gold
Kim	Boy	Leader of the men; Leader of the warriors; Gold; Woodland clearing of the royal fortress

Auron	Boy	High mountain; Exalted; Gold
Arina	Girl	Peace; From Hadria; Gold; Radiant one
Oryan	Unisex	Educated in the Bible; Gold
Nubia	Girl	Gold
Kinza	Girl	Treasure; To see left; A kinswoman; Royal victory; Gold mint
Orianna	Girl	Gold; Rising sun; The golden one; Daughter of the light/fire
Yari	Girl	Small gold jewelry; To strive or fight
Aurie	Unisex	Golden; Gold
Orian	Unisex	Educated In the Bible; Gold
Arika	Girl	Gold; Blue water lily; Brave; Ruler of all

Zarya	Girl	Sunrise; Dawn; Gold
Kanai	Boy	Warrior; Gold; Metal; Money; Fanatic
Sona	Girl	Gold; Good color; Duck
Zahava	Unisex	Gold
Saffron	Girl	A yellow flower; Gold leaves
Golden	Boy	Made of gold
Zharia	Girl	Blooming flower; Gold
Zlatan	Boy	Gold
Paz	Girl	Peace; Gold
Loreal	Unisex	Made of gold; Adorned with gold; Beauty; The halo

Zareen	Unisex	Golden; Made of gold
Arlind	Unisex	Golden birth; Born from gold
Ayeza	Unisex	Moon; Gold; Visitor; Returning
Euro	Unisex	Gold
Orval	Boy	A town of Gold
Zuhaib	Boy	Piece of gold; Golden
Aurianna	Girl	Gold; Rising; Sunrise
Xariah	Unisex	Shining; Blooming flower; Splendor; Gold; Dawn
Nishka	Girl	Gold vessel; Gold coin; Necklace
Ayza	Unisex	Returning; Visitor; Moon; Gold

Vanna	Boy	God is gracious; Color; Gold
Chin	Boy	Gold; Metal; Tapestry; Ferry
Heran	Unisex	Gold; Silver; Money
Orlena	Girl	Gold; Gilded
Zarian	Unisex	One who finds gold
Altin	Boy	Gold
Auriana	Girl	Gold
Dravin	Boy	Wealthy; Prosperous; Gold; Strength; Power; Getting in motion
Lorie	Girl	Laurel tree; Famous army; Kingdom of Lothar; Made of gold; Glorious
Lorien	Boy	Land of Gold

Bisma	Girl	Polite; Gold or silver
Abuzar	Boy	Father; Gold; Scattering
Kanika	Girl	Seed; Piece of gold; Atom; A flower; Black cloth
Zarin	Unisex	Golden; Made of gold
Zaraya	Unisex	Gold; Dawn; Daybreak
Zarik	Unisex	Gold; Rotation; Circulation
Zehava	Girl	Gold
Jyn	Unisex	Gold; Compassionate; God's grace; Live; Victory
Oriane	Girl	Gold; Flower; Rising sun; The golden one
Gin	Boy	Silver; Gold; Tapestry; Embroidered; Money

Chrysanthemum	Girl	Gold flower
Sondos	Unisex	Brocade; Soft silk wrought with gold or silver; Fine silk
Hermenegildo	Boy	A tribute of gold
Nuvia	Girl	Gold
Ginni	Girl	Gold coin; Maiden
Siam	Boy	Land of gold; Black; Dark; Blue; Thailand
Rukmini	Girl	Adorned with gold; Radiant; Clear; Bright
Ophir	Boy	Coast of riches; Fruitful land; Gold; Dust; Cave
Zaroon	Unisex	Victor; Money; Gold; Visitor; Traveler; Tourist
Zahavi	Unisex	Gold

Arha	Boy	Worship; Worth; Obliged; Fit; Gold; Respectable; Powerful
Arri	Boy	Chief; Generous; Gold; Superior
Auric	Boy	Gold; Golden; All powerful ruler; Noble leader
Orelia	Girl	Expensive and glittering as gold; Gilded
Arnik	Unisex	Purity of gold; Pure; A tall wise boy; Brilliant
Hetal	Girl	Gold; Golden
Hiran	Boy	Gold; Silver; Money
Ophira	Girl	Expensive gold
Kethan	Boy	Home; Pure gold; He who ruins; Constable of a castle; Captain
Ketan	Boy	Home; Pure gold; He who ruins

Koh	Unisex	Gold
Kou	Unisex	Gold; Blessing; Fortune; Happiness; Light; Ray; Interest; Success; Pleasing; Vigor
Sovanna	Unisex	Gold
Tanishq	Boy	Diamond; Jewel; Gold coin or necklace for the body
Zarak	Boy	Gold
Zarinah	Girl	Golden; Made of gold
Nan	Girl	Favor; Grace; Yahweh is gracious; Palace; Gold thread; Metal thread
Parisha	Unisex	Stone which turns iron into gold
Zaryn	Unisex	Golden; Made of gold
Zaryab	Boy	Rich; Wealthy; Liquid Gold; Colloidal gold

Arrie	Girl	Lion; Eagle; Brave; Gold
Kym	Girl	Royal fortress; Bold; Brave; Gold
Sui	Unisex	Gold; Green; Accomplishment
Flori	Girl	Gold coin or thread; Flower
Shasmeen	Girl	Beautiful; With a heart of Gold
Korin	Girl	Little bell; Spear; Maiden; Gold
Ayzah	Unisex	Gold moon; Returning; Visitor
Floria	Girl	Gold coin or thread; Flower
Talla	Unisex	Gold; Star; Story; Birth
Hanvika	Unisex	Goddess Lakshmi; Goddess Saraswati; Gold; Splendor; Light; Peacock

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Gold symbolizes triumph, generosity, and compassion. As you embark on the journey of naming your little one, consider the deep meanings behind gold and the qualities it represents. Baby names that mean gold carry centuries worth of history and mythology associated with the precious metal. Such names are universal; they transcend the boundaries of language and culture. Giving your child a name that means gold would set them on a path to greatness and prosperity.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are the different origins of baby names that mean 'gold'?

Ketan is an Indian-origin masculine name that means 'pure gold.' In Indian culture, gold symbolizes wealth, auspiciousness, and purity. Jinyu is a Chinese name meaning 'gold.' Gold is a cherished metal in Chinese culture and is associated with good fortune and prosperity. Some more names from different origins that mean 'gold' are Gullevi (Swedish), Eurion (Welsh), and Bibizar (Uzbek).

2. What are some famous people with names that mean 'gold'?

Ardit Gjebrea is an Albanian singer whose name means 'gold' in English. He is famous for his best-selling album Projekt Jon in Albania. Cressida is another name meaning 'gold' and is borne by the British author Cressida Cowell who wrote the popular children's book series "How To Train Your Dragon" (1).

References

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Symbolism of the Apple in Greek Mythology.
https://ec.europa.eu/programmes/erasmus-plus/project-result-content/273d0f04-3c91-49da-a490-736b006c209c/CYPRUS_Symbolism_of_the_Apple.pdf
Gold
https://site.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/new-era/2016/12/gold-frankincense-and-myrrh?lang=eng&adobe_mc_ref=https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/new-era/2016/12/gold-frankincense-and-myrrh?lang=eng&adobe_mc_sdid=SDID=0173C8F6424B5945-012F33ADD501664E|MCORGID=66C5485451E56AAE0A490D45%40AdobeOrg|TS=1691429464
George B. Kauffman; (1985); The Role of Gold In Alchemy. Part II.
https://files.core.ac.uk/pdf/2612/81636986.pdf

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