We all want our little boy or girl to be strong, so why not find a name that reflects their inner warrior? Below, we have put together a list of baby names that mean ‘warrior,’ so if you’re looking for a tough name for your baby so they’ll grow up into a fearless independent man/woman, you’ve come to the right place!
Alexander comes from the Latin form of the Greek name Alexandros which means ‘to defend’ and ‘man warrior.’ The name became very popular in the post-classical period and means ‘defender of man’. Usage is largely derived from the fame of Alexander the Great, King of Macedon.
Armandas
Armandas is the Lithuanian form of the name Armand, which in turn is the French form of the German name, Herman. The name means ‘army man’ and is composed of the elements ‘harja’ meaning ‘army’ and ‘mann’ meaning ‘man.’
Occasionally cropping up as a girl’s name, Finlay is the anglicised form of Scottish name Fionnlagh, meaning ‘fair warrior.’ It is part of a growing trend of surnames being used as first names.
This name derives from the transcription of Gidon in Hebrew, which means ‘mighty warrior.’ The name is also in the Old Testament and belongs to an Israelite judge. For this reason it is seen as a very biblical name.
Harold is an Old English name ultimately of Scandinavian origin, from the Old Norse name ‘Haraldr.’ Harold is often shortened to the popular boy’s name Harry. The name means ‘army leader.’
Originally a surname, Harvey is gaining popularity as a first name, meaning ‘battleworthy.’
Humphrey is a common surname and an uncommon given name of Old German origin. The name means ‘peaceful warrior.’
The name Igor derives from the English name George and is very common in Polish-, German- and Russian-speaking countries. It can also be considered a variation of the Irish, Welsh and Scottish name Ivor. The name means ‘warrior.’
Louise is the primary feminine version of the French name Louis and is a popular name in Britain. The name means ‘famed warrior,’ and is one of the few female names associated with battle.
Scott is a popular name, which historically was a surname and is still a common last name today. It means ‘painted warrior.’
We hope you find a name that makes your baby feel as tough and strong as they really are!
