118 Names That Mean Respect

Elevate your child's character with a name that commands admiration.

Written by Praggya Joshi, MA, BEd

Edited by Aneesha Amonz, MSc

Fact-checked by Nida Shaikh, BSc, PG Dip.

Last Updated on Nov 12, 2024

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In the ever-changing world of how people live and express themselves, names have always been significant. They're not just labels we use to call each other but they share about a person’s family, their origins, and much more. People want their children to have good qualities, and one of those important virtues is 'respect.' It's an important building block that makes people get along, no matter how different they are.

Respect varies worldwide, reflecting diverse values. In Islamic cultures, kissing the hands of parents, grandparents, and teachers is respectful. India's pranāma involves touching elders' feet. Indigenous Americans link respect to traditions, seen through chores and community help, nurturing care for others and their environment. Respect, a fundamental pillar of human interaction, forms the cornerstone of harmonious societies. It embodies the recognition of another person's worth, dignity, and individuality. Choosing a name that embodies the concept of respect is akin to bestowing a powerful blessing upon a child – a timeless reminder to treat others with honor and esteem. Whether drawn from ancient mythologies, contemporary languages, or lesser-known dialects, each name in this compilation exudes a sense of reverence that can serve as an ever-present guide in navigating life's intricate pathways.

This post embarks on a captivating journey through carefully curated baby names from around the world, each steeped in the significance of respect. As we aim to instill the value of respect in our children, choosing a name that signifies respect is a wise decision. It is a lesson for everyone, irrespective of their origin. We hope our extensive compilation of names that mean respect has helped you in picking the best name. These names have a pleasant sound and are suitable for your baby girl or boy.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Kenneth	Boy	Handsome; Comely; Respect
Amanda	Girl	One who is worthy of love and respect; Loved by others
Kendra	Girl	Knowing; Handsome; Respect; Old power; Bold power; Chief hero
Kenia	Girl	White mountain; Handsome; Fair; Respect; Esteem
Keyon	Boy	Homeland; To construct; Respect; Strong; God is gracious
Arhaan	Boy	Worship; Homage; Respect; Ruler
Keion	Boy	Lion; Of Zeus; The homeland; To construct; Strong; Respect
Kazi	Boy	Judge; Respect
Mirella	Girl	To admire; Respect
Maanya	Unisex	Worthy or deserving of honor or respect

Arhan	Boy	Worship; Homage; Respect; Ruler
Abhimanyu	Boy	One with self-respect; To long for; To desire
Kena	Boy	Handsome; Respect
Adrith	Unisex	One worthy of respect
Ayira	Girl	Chosen; Worthy of respect; Exalted; Revered
Moiz	Boy	Comforter; Someone who commands respect
Makennah	Girl	Respect; Esteem; Affection; Be born; Come into being; Fire
Geon	Unisex	Respect; To construct; Strong; Respect
Ola	Girl	Ancestor's descendant; People's victory; Wealth; Honor; Respect; Dignity; Glory
Hayan	Unisex	Pure white; Pale; Life; Alive; Awake; One with self-respect

Kyung	Boy	Capital city; Scenery; View; Respect; Honor
Fong	Unisex	Wind; Phoenix; Peak; Summit; Abundant; Plenty; Maple; Give with respect
Asmi	Girl	I am; Pride; Self-respect; Hard work
Hayaan	Unisex	Life; Alive; Awake; One with self-respect
Rajab	Boy	Seventh month of the islamic calendar; Respect; Awe
Gaurav	Boy	Honor; Pride; Respect; Dignity
Ferman	Boy	A man who is superior and commands respect
Keiji	Boy	Good history; Beautiful history; Respect; Blessed; Govern with discretion
Keneth	Boy	Good-looking and a handsome man; Respect; Born out of fire
Kennet	Boy	Handsome; Good; Respect; Affection

Kenisha	Girl	Handsome; Beautiful; Respect; Be born of fire
Kenndra	Girl	Royal power; Bold power; Chief hero; Respect; Esteem; Born of fire; Handsome
Ceana	Girl	Fair one; Respect; Handsome
Fatu	Unisex	Honor; Respect; Beauty; Grace
Jabrayah	Girl	Love and respect
Tehreem	Girl	Respect; Sanctity; Sacred one
Haja	Unisex	One who loves nature; Honor; Reverence; Respect
Keon	Girl	King; Ancient; God is gracious; Son of Eoghan; Son of John; Strong; Respect
Piedad	Girl	Piety; Devotion; Respect
Aapal	Boy	Regard; sentiment of affection; esteem; respect

Aaradhay	Boy	Regard; sentiment of affection; esteem; respect
Aaradhaya	Girl	Regard; sentiment of affection; esteem; respect
Aasaithambi	Boy	Power of self-respect
Aasamana	Boy	Power of self-respect
Abhivadak	Boy	One who Salutes with Respect; Kind and Warmly welcoming person
Abhivanth	Boy	Royal Salute; One who is given royal respect
Aiyah	Boy	Love; Respect; To hold in great esteem and honor
Anakh	Boy	Self-respect; Bravery; Courage; Valor; Splendor; Brave Spirit
Ananye	Boy	Most honorable; Utmost respect; Great esteem
Ashmi	Boy	Rock-born; Hard; Strong; Nature; Pride; Self-respect

Baaodhav	Boy	Humanitarian; One who has great respect for human values
Dharshan	Boy	Vision; Knowledge; Observation; Philosophy; Paying respect; To look at; Glimpse; View; Seeing; Observing; Understanding
Dharshana	Boy	Vision; Knowledge; Observation; Philosophy; Paying respect; To look at; Glimpse; View; Seeing; Observing; Understanding
Dibag	Boy	Respect; Admiration; Esteem; High opinion
Dibagh	Boy	Respect; Admiration; Esteem; High opinion
Ehteram	Girl	Respect; Consideration; Admiration
Ekoram	Boy	Regard; honor; One who is held with great respect
Ekrama	Boy	Regard; honor; One who is held with great respect; One of many names of Lord Ram
Elavendhan	Boy	honorable Person in the World; One who is held with great respect and regard
Garvpreet	Boy	honor; Pride; Respect; One who likes to feel superior

Gaurava	Boy	Pride; Respect; honor
Gaureekant	Boy	Pride; Respect; honor
Gourab	Boy	Happy; Pride; Respect; One who brings glory; A variant of Gaurav
Harnamaskar	Boy	One paying obeisance to God; One pays his respect to God; One who bows to God
Hosteen	Boy	A title of respect for males
Jaibhagwan	Boy	Honor to God; Inner light; Respect to God; Salute to the spirit within you
Prashray	Boy	Love; Respect; Admiration; Value; Esteem; High regard
Aagraha	Girl	to request or please with respect
Aatmeshwar	Boy	The one having self-respect
Abdul-mueez	Boy	A slave of admired with great respect

Abdul-raafi	Boy	One who raises mental power and respect; One who elevates
Abdulraafi	Boy	Servant of the one who raises intellect and respect
Abhimanini	Girl	One who has a self-respect or pride
Abhivada	Boy	A greeting; Salutation of respect
Abimanyu	Boy	One who is with self-respect; To desire
Adorer	Girl	One who loves or respect
Aoi	Unisex	Hollyhock; Green; Blue; Wild ginger; Look up to; Respect; To seek; To depend; To rely; Day
Bhadanta	Boy	Term of Respect Applied to a Buddhist Mendicant
Cussa	Boy	Admirable; worthy of respect
Drsana	Girl	Seeing; Paying respect; Vision; Knowledge

Eadhed	Boy	One who has earned the respect of many
Erhard	Boy	Honor; Respect; Brave
Erhardt	Boy	Honor; Respect; Brave
Erhart	Boy	honor and respect
Fiadh	Boy	Wild; Wild animal; Deer; Wilderness; Respect
Folami	Unisex	Honor and respect; One who spreads warmth and sparkle
Gon	Boy	War; Salve; Ointment; Dark; Dusky; House; Hall; To construct; Strong; Respect
Gursaheb	Boy	The master or lord who is called by respect
Humd	Boy	respect allah
Keita	Unisex	Open; Begin; Jubilation; Respect; Honor

Kun	Boy	Earth; Female; To construct; Strong; Respect
Kyosuke	Boy	With respect
Mahajan	Unisex	People worthy of respect; An Indian title
Mahaniya	Boy	A person who is worthy of honor, respect, and praise
Namban	Boy	A form of humble Indian greeting by bowing down in respect
Nombeko	Girl	Regard; Respect; Admiration
Nyimbo	Girl	An Arabic word one who gives respect and honor others
Odam	Boy	The one who gives respect; One who respects others
Onari	Girl	Dignity, respect, integrity
Ormand	Boy	Deserving of esteem and respect

Baby names meaning respect not only reflect the timeless virtue of respect but also offer parents an opportunity to bestow a name that carries significant meaning. By choosing a name that embodies respect, parents can instill a sense of appreciation for this universal value in their children right from the start. This collection resonates with the values of admiration, honor, and consideration and serves as a reminder that respect is a fundamental aspect of human interaction that transcends cultures and backgrounds.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What name means respect in Hebrew?

The baby name that means respect in Hebrew is Hadar, meaning ‘respect’ and ‘glory.’

2. Are there any cultural or religious baby names that mean 'respect'?

Yes, baby names like Adab, a name of Arabic origin that means ‘manners’ and ‘respect,’ Aradhana, a Sanskrit name that means ‘respectful devotion’ or ‘worship,’ and Karam, an Arabic name meaning ‘generous’ often associated with respect are a few examples of cultural or religious baby names that mean ‘respect.’

3. Are there any famous people with names that mean 'respect'?

Some famous personalities who have names that have meaning associated with respect include Honore de Balzac, where the name Honore means ‘honored.’ Honore was a French novelist and playwright best known for his work in La Comedie Humanie. Another personality is Marv Levy, where Marv means ‘sea friend’ or ‘respected friend.’ He was a former American football coach.

Infographic: Royal Baby Names Meaning Respect

Elevate your child's identity with one of these exceptional baby names symbolizing respect. These names are taken from diverse cultures and celebrate profound values such as honor, esteem, and courtesy. Check out the infographic below for such names and gift your best-loved one for your affectionate little child, inspiring them to lead a life of respect and integrity.

reverent baby names that mean respect (infographic)

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Praggya JoshiMA, BEd

Praggya Joshi holds a bachelor's degree in Education and a master's in Ancient Indian History from University of Delhi. She has a robust knowledge of literature, society, and ethics. Praggya has been a content writer since 2021, researching and writing on education, health and wellness, and travel.

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Aneesha AmonzMSc

Aneesha holds a Bachelor's degree in Biotechnology from USTM, Meghalaya and Master’s degree in Applied Microbiology from VIT, Vellore. With two years of experience, she has worked on different research projects in the field of Food Sciences.

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Nida ShaikhBSc, PG Dip.

Nida holds a bachelor's degree in Zoology and a postgraduate diploma in Clinical Genetics and Medical Laboratory Techniques from Goa University. Before joining MomJunction, she worked as a laboratory technician. She began content writing during her college years and has been featured as a co-author in a children's short story compilation book.

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