609 Names That Mean Youth

Time never stops, so keep your little one eternally youthful with a perfect name.

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Last Updated on Jul 24, 2024

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Choosing a baby name for your bundle of joy requires giving extreme importance to the meaning. And one of the most beautiful options is baby names meaning young. The future of a society depends primarily on the spiritual and practical molding of young blossoms. Their youthful zeal enables them to perform tasks in every sphere of life, be it military or technology. Their energy spreads like wildfire, touching everyone they come across. Hence, it wouldn’t be wrong to say that the youth are the driving forces of tomorrow. Throughout history and across cultures, choosing baby names meaning young has been deeply intertwined with cultural beliefs and traditions. In ancient Greek culture, young names often carried the idea of youthful energy and the promise of a fresh start in life. Similarly, in Roman times, names meaning young captured the essence of youthfulness and optimism. In India, names like Tarun and Yuvaan have been popular choices, symbolizing the dawn of a new era and the enthusiasm of youth. In African cultures, names that mean young often carry an aspirational tone. In Swahili-speaking regions, they reflect the potential for growth and development. These names celebrate the youthful spirit and the contributions young individuals bring to their communities. In indigenous cultures like Native American traditions, names related to youth reflect the reverence for nature's cycles. Names in the Miwok tribe and the Mohicans highlight the interconnectedness of all life stages, with young names often symbolizing renewal and transformation. In England, the word young itself was used as a surname. It can be traced back to the thirteenth century when it was first recorded in several regions in England, including Northumbria, Sussex, and Devon. In contemporary times, as globalization has increased, the significance of young names continues to resonate. Parents want their child to grow up into an energetic, inspiring, and zealous being, by giving them a name meaning young. Below you’ll find a list of baby boy and girl names meaning young.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Juniper	Girl	Young; Evergreen; A type of tree
Colt	Boy	Young male horse; Horsekeeper
Kamila	Girl	Perfect; Young ceremonial attendant
Colin	Boy	Victory of the people; Whelp; Young dog
Camille	Girl	Young ceremonial attendant; Priest's helper
Juliet	Girl	Young; Youthful; Jove's child; Devoted to Jove; Downy-bearded
Cyrus	Boy	Sun; Lord; Young; Hero
Kira	Girl	Throne; Lord; Young; Humiliator of the enemy; Sunbeam; Ray of light; Sparkling
Sonny	Boy	Young boy; Son; Glorious
Marcelo	Boy	Warlike; A young warrior; Dedicated to Mars

Marvin	Boy	Famous friend; Sea friend; Bone marrow; Eminent; Noble; Wish; Desire; Young goat or kid
Lionel	Boy	Young lion
Kyra	Girl	Throne; Sun; Young; Lord
Junior	Boy	Young; Child; Younger
Cullen	Boy	Colony; Whelp; Pup; Young hound; Holly; Handsome
Marceline	Girl	A young warrior; Dedicated to Mars
Kellan	Boy	Slender; Son of Alan; Beautiful; Little rock; Son of Colin; Young one
Javion	Boy	Greece; Noah's grandson; Young
Marcella	Girl	Warlike; A young warrior; Dedicated to Mars
Devyn	Unisex	Poet; Young deer; Fawn; Little dark one

Kolt	Boy	Young male horse
Zella	Girl	Lacking nothing; Young warrior; Blessed; Happy
Marcello	Boy	Like a hammer; A young warrior; Dedicated to Mars
Demir	Boy	Iron; Iron moon; Young bull
Yuvaan	Unisex	Young person; Strong; Healthy; Excellent
Hagen	Boy	Enclosure; Young; Protector patron
Channing	Boy	Member of the Church; Young wolf; Wise
Rhyan	Girl	A maiden; Young woman; Great queen; Little king
Marcela	Girl	Dedicated to Mars; Roman God Mars; Young warrior
Syrus	Boy	Throne; Lord; Young; Humiliator of the enemy; Sun; Like sun

Juno	Girl	Young; Queen of the Heavens
Jiraiya	Girl	Young thunder
Marcelino	Boy	A young warrior; Dedicated to Mars
Marcell	Boy	A young warrior; Dedicated to Mars
Nya	Girl	Friend; Young; Purpose
Kyrah	Girl	Throne; Sun; Young; Lord; Black
Yuvraj	Boy	Heir apparent; Crown prince; Young prince
Naveen	Boy	New; Fresh; Creative; Young; Bright; Regenerated
Tyrus	Unisex	Land of Eoghan; Young; Rock; Thunder
Reyaan	Unisex	Little king; Young king; Watered; Plentiful; Heaven's gate

Eoin	Boy	God is gracious; Young; God's gift
Junia	Girl	Born in June; Young
Colleen	Girl	Young girl
Junie	Girl	Young one; Young
Javan	Boy	Greek tribe Ionian; Noah's grandson; Young
Ania	Girl	Graceful young girl; Favor; Merciful
Abubakar	Boy	Father of young camel
Cy	Boy	Master; Lord; Young
Sven	Boy	Boy; Lad; Young man
Abubakr	Boy	The father or the owner of a young camel; The companion of Prophet Muhammad; The first Caliph of Muslim

Milla	Girl	Devoted; Young religious attendant
Cailyn	Girl	Young girl; Maiden; Pure; Each of the two
Jr	Unisex	Short for the junior; The younger one
June	Boy	Born in June; Young
Talitha	Girl	Little girl; Young girl
Novella	Girl	New; Young; Novel
Keilyn	Unisex	Young girl
Ciro	Boy	The sun; Young; Lord; Humiliator of the enemy
Ellah	Unisex	Young girl; Other
Juna	Girl	Young person; Born in June

Cing	Unisex	Blue; Green; Young
Corinna	Girl	Maiden; Young girl; Greek poet
Collyns	Unisex	Whelp; Young dog; Victory of the people
Wanda	Girl	A wend; Slender; Young tree
Coulter	Boy	Young horse or colt; Backland
Yaiza	Girl	One who equally shares; Little; Small; Young
Soha	Girl	Forgotten; Overlooked; Young star; Hidden star of a constellation
Tayven	Unisex	Strong; Dashing young man
Juni	Girl	Born in June; Young; Lovable
Yuvin	Unisex	Youth; A young adult; Excellent; Healthy; Strong

Abhinav	Boy	New; Modern; Fresh; Young; Innovative
Dhani	Unisex	Wealthy person; A master; An owner; A creditor; A young woman; A seat; A receptacle; A granary
Lovell	Boy	Young wolf
Benyamin	Boy	Jacob's youngest son; Son of the right hand; Son of the south
Fawn	Girl	A young deer
Kyros	Boy	Young; Forward-looking; Humiliator of the enemy; Lord
Nevan	Boy	Youngest saint; Spiritual person
Ivonne	Girl	Young archer; Yew
Gil	Boy	Joy; Happiness; Young goat; Bright pledge
Kyre	Unisex	Black; Young; Lord; Humiliator of the enemy

Haytham	Boy	Young eagle
Alma	Boy	Nourishing; Fostering; Soul; Young woman
Giles	Boy	Young goat
Ladd	Boy	Young man; Manservant
Charvi	Girl	Beautiful, young lady
Kaari	Girl	Young girl; Pure
Sirus	Boy	Young; Humiliator of the enemy; Sun; Lord
Yamin	Unisex	Right hand; Beautiful young woman
Lyna	Girl	Young palm tree; Flax
Lional	Boy	Young lion

Joven	Unisex	Youthful; Young
Sava	Boy	Old man; Granfather; Saint who was a trainer of young monks
Fawne	Girl	Like a young deer
Jawan	Boy	God is gracious; Young
Yuven	Unisex	Prince; Young; Youthful
Abinav	Boy	A new and fresh person; One who is young
Cyris	Unisex	Lord; Young; Humiliator of the enemy
Yuvika	Girl	Young woman
Juneau	Boy	Young; Queen of heaven
Kyrus	Boy	Young; Forward-looking; Humiliator of the enemy

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Baby names that mean young span across cultures and history, each carrying a unique blend of hopes and expectations. Parents from various backgrounds choose such names to express their aspirations for their children's vibrant future. These names celebrate the freshness of life, the potential for growth, and the promise of a bright tomorrow. The above-given names rooted in ancient traditions and modern sensibilities, embody youthfulness. They serve as a reminder of the optimism that new beginnings bring to families and societies alike.

Infographic: Unfading Baby Names Meaning Young

Across diverse cultures and eras, names embodying the essence of youth have held special significance. From ancient Greek to modern Arabic names, the meaning 'young' encapsulates hope, vitality, and the promise of a flourishing future. Explore how various societies celebrate the spirit of youthfulness through the following infographic. You may also save it for later use.

energetic baby names meaning young (infographic)

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are some gender-neutral names that mean "young"?

Bala is a unisex name that means 'young' in Sanskrit. Qing in Chinese and Thanh in Sino-Vietnamese are a few more names associated with youthfulness and vitality.

2. What are some modern and trendy baby names that mean 'young'?

Alma is a stylish name that means 'young woman' in Hebrew. Cyrus is a Latin form of the Greek term Kyros, which possibly means 'young' in Old Persian. This stylish name has a classic feel and regal charm. Nurlan is another name associated with Nur, and Ulan, meaning 'light' and 'young man.'

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