471 Baby 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
Kundan	Boy	The name means Gold
Kundanika	Girl	The name means Girl of 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
Marigold	Girl	Golden flower
Masayu	Girl	Gold; Golden
Millaray	Girl	A golden-colored flower
Monikanchan	Girl	Jewellery, gold; Ornament of Gold
Monikarnika	Girl	A gold ornament for the ear
Monikarnikar	Girl	Jewellery, gold; Ornament of Gold
Naseeka	Girl	Valuable piece; Gold

Nubia	Girl	Gold
Nudd	Boy	The one who resembles the precious gold
Nugget	Unisex	A small piece or lump, often of gold or chicken
Nuzar	Girl	The person who is very clear as gold
Okropir	Boy	Gold mouth
Omonoro	Unisex	A child is greater than gold
Omotekoro	Girl	A girl is like gold
Onalee	Unisex	Gold
Ophir	Boy	Precious and priceless gold
Ophira	Girl	Female variant of Ophir; Expensive gold

Oralia	Girl	Golden
Orania	Girl	The one who can be seen as gold
Orel	Boy	Precious and bright like gold
Orelia	Girl	Expensive and glittering as gold
Orell	Boy	Swiss accent of Aurelius; Golden, glided
Oreo	Unisex	Gold; Nice; Attractive
Oriana	Girl	Gold
Orielle	Unisex	Golden; From God
Oriolz	Boy	A golden person; Precious as gold
Orla	Girl	Golden princess

Oro	Boy	Expensive and precious gold
Orva	Girl	Asset as gold or valued as golden treasure
Orval	Boy	A town of Gold
Orvale	Boy	A town full of gold
Orvalee	Girl	A person treasurable as gold
Orvalle	Boy	One from the golden village
Orvel	Boy	The golden shining person
Orville	Boy	Town or city filled with golden treasuries
Paaras	Boy	A stone that turns metal into gold
Parsh	Unisex	Gold; Ax

Paunraj	Boy	One who is golden natured; quick thinker
Pazia	Girl	One who is golden
Pazice	Girl	Golden
Peta	Girl	The Golden Eagle
Petva	Unisex	One who is like gold and fire
Pingal	Boy	A reputed sage; A variant is Pingala; Golden; Of yellow hue
Pitavasas	Boy	A person dressed in gold
Ponmeniyan	Boy	One with a shining and radiant body; Appealing and Attractive Golden skin
Ponmudi	Boy	One who wears a crown of gold
Ponmuthu	Boy	Golden pearl; Radiant, shining ,and glowing pearl

Ponnadi	Boy	A man with golden feet; One with radiant, shining, and glowing feet
Ponnadiyan	Boy	A man whose feet are golden
Ponnagan	Boy	Shining, radiant, and beautiful person; One with a golden heart
Ponnusami	Boy	He is a god of gold
Ponnusamy	Boy	The golden God
Ponraj	Boy	A person who is like Gold
Ponvel	Boy	One of many names of Lord Muruga signifying his form holding the golden Vel
Ponvela	Boy	One of many names of Lord Muruga signifying his form holding the golden Vel
Ranuga	Boy	He who journeys with gold
Relia	Girl	A variant of Aurelia, meaning gold

Rukm	Girl	One who is decorated with gold
Rukmini	Girl	A woman adorned and decorated with gold
Ruwan	Boy	Gold; Prosperity and Richness; Shining and Brilliant; Bright
Shezreen	Girl	A particle of gold
Shway	Unisex	Gold
Sika	Unisex	Golden; Valuable; Promising
Sona	Girl	Gold; Beautiful; Wisdom
Sonakshi	Girl	Golden-eyed
Sonal	Girl	Golden
Sonali	Girl	Golden

Sonaly	Girl	A woman made of gold
Sonaya	Unisex	Gold; Wise
Soneeya	Girl	Golden; Beloved
Soni	Girl	A golden, pretty, and wise woman
Sonika	Girl	The golden one
Sonu	Boy	Beloved or familiar with gold
Sovann	Unisex	He who is golden
Sovanna	Unisex	Golden, radiant, beautiful
Sovannah	Girl	He who is made of gold
Sovannar	Boy	One who is like gold

Sovannarith	Boy	A golden boy
Sovay	Boy	He is like a gold
Subarna	Girl	Of the color of gold
Subarnalata	Girl	A golden vine
Sumer	Boy	Gold mountain; Born in the summer month
Suvarna	Girl	Gold; Good complexion
Suvarnarekha	Girl	Line of gold
Suvarnmala	Girl	Golden necklace
Swaran	Boy	One who has a golden heart
Swaranjeet	Boy	One who is a golden winner

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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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