267 Baby Boy Names That Mean Gold

Personify Midas' magical ability for your little prince with these golden baby boy names.

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• Sep 14, 2023

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Finding a meaningful name for your precious son can be an overwhelming task. Baby boy names that mean gold can be a great option if you want your baby’s name to symbolize something valuable and timeless. Gold is a symbol of wealth, might, and status. It has had an exalted position throughout the centuries as an extremely coveted and even worshiped material. Since antiquity, gold jewelry has been worn by both men and women. This precious material was also used extensively to create sculptures, coinage, and vessels and for decorating monuments, buildings, and statues (1). Needless to say, gold is one thing whose value has never receded from the ancient past. In fact, the value of gold has increased manifold over centuries. So when you give your tiny tot a name inspired by this invaluable material, they are sure to cherish it for a lifetime. Parents across cultures are captivated by the enduring allure of gold. So you will find many words capturing its shimmering spirit. These names will also give you a sneak peek into the way different cultures use words that signify gold and related properties. Indian, Arabic, African, and many other cultures encompass the appeal and value associated with gold. Baby names signifying gold also denote intelligence, broad-mindedness, and protectiveness. These names also symbolize the sun's shining, radiant rays or dawn. Apart from Arabic and African, there are loads of Greek and Latin words that symbolize this precious metal and the positive traits related to it. So there is no dearth of elegant and unique names that indicate this shining and revered material for parents belonging to any culture. If you have been struggling in your pursuit to uncover the most adorable yet meaningful names, this post will come as a breath of fresh air. Scroll through the list of names below.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Hemai	Boy	A golden Boy
Hemakamala	Boy	Golden moon; Bright and radiant; Gold like the moon
Hemakandala	Boy	Mountain of Gold; Full of goodness; Wealthy and Prosperous
Hemamali	Boy	Wearing a Golden Garland; One who is rich and prosperous
Hemamdar	Boy	golden creeper
Heman	Boy	Golden Yellow
Hemanath	Boy	God of Gold; Lord of Gold; One of many names of Lord Buddha
Hemanga	Boy	Golden-bodied
Hemanthsree	Boy	Gold; Money
Hemanya	Boy	Gold-bodied; Bright; Glorious and radiant personality

Hemaprakash	Boy	Golden Light; Bright, Luminant and Radiant Light
Hemaprasad	Boy	King of Gold
Hemaraj	Boy	Emperor of Gold
Hemaraja	Boy	Golden King; Bright, glorious and magnificent ruler
Hemavarna	Boy	King of gold; Golden complexioned; Magnificent looking
Hemchander	Boy	Golden Moon
Hemchandra	Boy	Golden shining moon
Hemen	Boy	The king of gold
Hemendra	Boy	Lord of Gold
Hemendu	Boy	Golden Moon

Hemil	Boy	Gold
Heminder	Boy	Lord of gold; God of gold
Hemkrish	Boy	Golden Krishna
Hemnath	Boy	Lord Buddha; Gold
Hempushp	Boy	Lord of Gold
Hemraaj	Boy	King of gold
Hems	Boy	Gold
Hemu	Boy	Gold; Drop of nectar
Hermenegildo	Boy	A tribute of gold
Heymanpreet	Boy	God of Gold

Hiran	Boy	Gold
Hiranmay	Boy	Golden
Hiranmaya	Boy	Made of Gold
Hiranyagarbha	Boy	Born from a Golden Egg; One of many names of Lord Brahma as the Manifest; The all powerful creator
Hiranyakashipu	Boy	Clothed in Gold; One who is fond of wealth and sex life; A name of an Asura in Puranic Scripture
Hital	Boy	Golden; Compassionate and Generous Person; Well Wisher; Doing Good
Ilora	Unisex	Someone who loves to buy and wear gold
Jayditya	Boy	The triumphant golden shining sun forever
Jayswaran	Boy	A victor with a gold heart or a winner of gold
Jin	Boy	Gold

Kakanda	Boy	Golden
Kanagu	Boy	Gold; Shining and lustrous
Kanak	Unisex	Gold, the golden one
Kanaka	Unisex	Gold
Kanakalata	Boy	The one who keeps the gold
Kanakambujam	Boy	Golden Lotus; Shining and Radiant Lotus of Gold
Kanakamya	Boy	Consisting of Gold; Golden; Shining and Lustrous
Kanakarasa	Boy	Fluid Gold; Essence of Gold; Shining and Lustrous
Kanakendu	Boy	Gold; Golden Moon; Shining Moon
Kanal	Boy	Shining; Golden

Kanaladi	Boy	Shining; Golden
Kanchana	Boy	Gold; That which Shines
Kanchanabha	Boy	Golden Hued Body; Shining and Lustrous Body
Kanchandeep	Boy	The lamp of gold
Kanchanjeet	Boy	The golden victory
Kanchanpal	Boy	The guardian of the gold
Kanchanpreet	Boy	Golden
Kancuka	Boy	Armour; Golden Armour
Karacura	Boy	Gold; Shining and lustrous
Kartheesh	Boy	A golden Boy

Kerli	Boy	A golden necklace
Ketan	Boy	Home; Golden
Kethan	Boy	Pure gold
Kethar	Boy	Of pure gold
Ketikhi	Boy	Golden and pure
Keyur	Boy	Armlet; A golden jewellery worn by Lord Krishna on his hand
Keyura	Boy	Armlet; A golden jewellery worn by Lord Krishna on his hand
Keyush	Boy	Armlet; A golden jewellery worn by Lord Krishna on his hand
Kim	Boy	Leader of the men; Gold; Woodland
Kin	Unisex	Golden

Kravann	Unisex	A tiny golden brown flower.
Krushan	Boy	Gold; One who is happy, delighted, joyful and glad
Kunaal	Boy	Son of King Ashoka; A variant of Kunal which means Lotus, One with beautiful eyes; Golden
Kunal	Boy	Kunal means Of Gold, Golden
Kundan	Boy	The name means Gold
Kundanlal	Boy	The name means Boy of Gold
Kundappa	Boy	The name means Golden
Kundinapura	Boy	A city of pure gold, town full of gold
Kunthan	Boy	The name means The Pure of Gold
Kyon	Boy	Dog; Golden Dog who protected baby Zeus

Lambirt	Boy	Glowing; Golden estate
Leart	Boy	Golden life
Loreal	Unisex	Made of gold; Adorned with gold; Beautiful; Magnificent
Maize	Boy	Corn; golden; agricultural
Manava	Boy	Precious as gold
Manikanchan	Boy	Jewelry and gold; A combination of gold and jewel
Nudd	Boy	The one who resembles the precious gold
Nugget	Unisex	A small piece or lump, often of gold or chicken
Okropir	Boy	Gold mouth
Omonoro	Unisex	A child is greater than gold

Onalee	Unisex	Gold
Ophir	Boy	Precious and priceless gold
Orel	Boy	Precious and bright like gold
Orell	Boy	Swiss accent of Aurelius; Golden, glided
Oreo	Unisex	Gold; Nice; Attractive
Orielle	Unisex	Golden; From God
Oriolz	Boy	A golden person; Precious as gold
Oro	Boy	Expensive and precious gold
Orval	Boy	A town of Gold
Orvale	Boy	A town full of gold

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We hope that this list of baby boy names that mean gold made your search easy and convenient. These names indicate not only the outward shining appearance of gold but also the deeper symbolisms associated with it. Undoubtedly, these names capture the essence of gold perfectly. You may pick a name from your own culture or find one that appeals the most to you and your partner. Either way, we are sure that your choice will certainly be a great one.

Infographic: Shimmering Baby Boy Names That Mean Gold

Gold is an invaluable material that has been used in multiple ways for generations. It also signifies a great mind and sharp intellect. So giving a name inspired by this shining metal will be a great decision. You don't need to search much, though. Check out this infographic and find some great options.

glittering names meaning gold for your little one (infographic)

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Do baby boy names that mean gold have any significance in traditional folklore or mythology?

Several baby boy names that mean 'gold' hold significance in traditional folklore and mythology and symbolize qualities associated with gold, such as wealth and beauty. For instance, the name Chrysanthos means 'golden flower' and is associated with Saint Chrysanthus, a 3rd-century Egyptian saint. Chryses originates from the Greek word chryseos means 'golden' and is associated with Chryses, the father of Chryseis, in Greek mythology.

2. What cultural or religious references are associated with baby boy names that mean gold?

Hiran or 'Hiranya' are derived from the Sanskrit word for gold and evoke notions of divine blessings and prosperity. Similarly, the name Jin or 'Jinzhi' symbolizes gold or the essence of gold and represents abundance and auspiciousness. Like these, several baby boy names meaning gold possess cultural or religious significance in different cultures and religions.

3. What are some famous people, characters, or literary references with baby boy names that mean gold?

Midas is a Greek name associated with King Midas. In Greek mythology, he is known for turning things into gold by mere touch. Another well-known example of a name associated with gold is Auric Goldfinger from the James Bond series (1). He is the primary antagonist who is obsessed with gold.

4. What are the unique qualities of baby boy names that represent gold?

Baby boy names that represent gold hold a special allure. They embody qualities of wealth, prosperity, and divine blessings and evoke a sense of richness. Chrysanthos, meaning 'gold,' reflects the beauty and value of this precious metal. Goldwyn, combining 'gold' and 'friend,' symbolizes the special bond of companionship and the abundance it brings. Aurelio, with its golden essence, evokes a sense of regality.

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Gold in antiquity
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