Everyone wants their baby to be happy and lucky, and while we can’t guarantee that these names will bring joy or create luck, it certainly doesn’t hurt to have a name that reflects these these ideals! So, read on for baby girl and baby boy names that mean joy and luck, which we have taken from a range of different origins.
GIRLS:
Abigail is a biblical Hebrew name meaning ‘father in exaltation’ or ‘father’s joy.’ This name became popular in the 17th century and remains a common choice for parents the world over.
Aleeza is a Hebrew name that means ‘joy.’ It has many different spelling variations, including Aleezah, Aliza, and Alizah, but is often shortened to its pet form of Ali by friends and family.
Farah is a name of Arabic origin and means ‘cheerful.’
Felicia derives from the Latin phrase ‘tempora felicia’ meaning ‘happy times’. It is thought to be the feminine equivalent of Felix, which also has connotations of luck.
Hilary is from the Latin word ‘hilaris’, which shares the same root as ‘hilarious.’ An ideal choice for giggly baby girls who love to laugh.
Joy is derived from the English vocabulary word meaning ‘extreme happiness’ and is perfect for parents who want to give their baby girl a name that reflects happiness. It may also be considered a pet form of ‘Joyce’.
Keiko is a Japanese name that, depending upon the Japanese characters used to spell this name the meaning can vary to either ‘joyful child’ and ‘respectful child.’ Although this female name has its roots in the Japanese language it can also be found in English speaking countries too.
Leticia is a feminine name of Latin origin. It comes from the Latin word ‘laetitia’ which was used as a greeting and means ‘joy’. It was also the name of the Roman goddess associated with joy.
BOYS:
Asher is a biblical name borne by one of the sons of Jacob, and means ‘fortunate’ or ‘happy.’
Blythe is a boy’s name meaning ‘joyful.’ The name is a more common variant of the unisex name Blithe.
Caio is an exotic boy’s name meaning ‘happy.’ It is a variant of the Welsh name Caeo and the Latin name Caius. It is more commonly seen as a surname, though there is nothing stopping parents from using it as a given name.
Edwin is an Old English name and is said to mean ‘lucky.’
Isaac is a biblical name borne by the son of Abraham, who was close to being sacrificed by his father until God changed his mind. The name Isaac has Hebrew origins, meaning ‘to laugh.’
Winston is taken from the place name in Gloucestershire. It originally comes from ‘Wynnstan’, meaning ‘joy’ and ‘stone.’
Felix is a Latin name meaning ‘happy and fortunate’. It managed to penetrate Western culture largely thanks to its positive undertones.
Masood is a different spelling of the Arabic name Masoud, and both names mean ‘fortunate’ or ‘lucky.’
We hope this list helps you find the perfect name for you happy and lucky little boy or girl!
