Names that mean bravery: List of Brave Names for Boys and Girls

Are you seeking a name that embodies courage and strength? Look no further! This list of names that mean bravery will inspire you to find the perfect name for your little hero or heroine. From ancient roots to modern interpretations, these names carry a powerful message of resilience and fortitude.
1. **Aethelred** (Old English): "noble counsel" or "noble strength"
2. **Audley** (Old English): "old friend" or "old strength"
3. **Baldwin** (Germanic): "bold friend" or "brave friend"
4. **Bartholomew** (Greek): "son of Talmai" (a figure known for his strength)
5. **Beowulf** (Old English): "bee wolf" or "warrior"
6. **Blake** (Old English): "dark" or "black" (associated with strength and power)
7. **Brave** (English): Directly means "courageous" or "brave"
8. **Cadogan** (Welsh): "fighter" or "warrior"
9. **Cassius** (Latin): "hollow" (but historically associated with strong warriors)
10. **Cecil** (Latin): "blind" (but historically associated with strength and resilience)
11. **Chad** (Old English): "warrior"
12. **Charles** (Germanic): "free man" or "man of strength"
13. **Clyde** (Scottish Gaelic): "renowned" or "famous warrior"
14. **Conan** (Irish): "hound" or "wolf" (symbols of courage and strength)
15. **Cormac** (Irish): "chariot warrior" or "fierce warrior"
16. **Dare** (English): Directly means "challenge" or "defy"
17. **Darius** (Persian): "possessor of goodness" or "brave"
18. **David** (Hebrew): "beloved" or "friend" (associated with the courageous King David)
19. **Eamon** (Irish): "wealthy protector" or "rich warrior"
20. **Edgar** (Old English): "wealthy spear" or "prosperous warrior"
21. **Edmund** (Old English): "wealthy protector" or "prosperous warrior"
22. **Edward** (Old English): "wealthy guardian" or "wealthy protector"
23. **Edwin** (Old English): "wealthy friend" or "prosperous friend"
24. **Ethelbert** (Old English): "noble bright" or "noble strength"
25. **Felix** (Latin): "lucky" or "happy" (associated with good fortune and success, often through bravery)
26. **Ferdinand** (Germanic): "brave journey" or "bold peace"
27. **Frederick** (Germanic): "peaceful ruler" or "powerful ruler"
28. **Garrick** (Welsh): "spear" or "warrior"
29. **Geoffrey** (Germanic): "God's peace" or "peaceful lord" (associated with strength and stability)
30. **Gerald** (Germanic): "spear ruler" or "warrior ruler"
31. **Giles** (Greek): "young goat" or "kid" (associated with agility and strength)
32. **Harold** (Old English): "army ruler" or "warrior ruler"
33. **Harry** (Germanic): "home ruler" or "powerful ruler"
34. **Hector** (Greek): "holding fast" or "firm" (associated with the Trojan warrior)
35. **Henry** (Germanic): "home ruler" or "powerful ruler"
36. **Howard** (Old English): "brave guardian" or "courageous protector"
37. **Igor** (Scandinavian): "warrior" or "fighter"
38. **Jael** (Hebrew): "mountain goat" (associated with resilience and strength)
39. **James** (Hebrew): "supplanter" (associated with the courageous apostle James)
40. **Jarrett** (English): "ruler of the spear" or "warrior ruler"
41. **Javan** (Hebrew): "young" or "youthful" (associated with strength and vitality)
42. **Joachim** (Hebrew): "God prepares" or "God is gracious" (associated with faith and courage)
43. **John** (Hebrew): "God is gracious" (associated with strength and divine favor)
44. **Jonathan** (Hebrew): "God has given" or "God is gracious" (associated with the brave friend of David)
45. **Joseph** (Hebrew): "God will add" or "God will increase" (associated with faith and perseverance)
46. **Leonidas** (Greek): "lion son" (associated with the fierce Spartan king)
47. **Lewis** (French): "famous warrior" or "renowned fighter"
48. **Lucas** (Latin): "bringer of light" or "illuminator" (associated with strength and guidance)
49. **Malcolm** (Scottish Gaelic): "devotee of Columba" or "servant of God" (associated with faith and courage)
50. **Marcellus** (Latin): "warrior" or "fighter"
51. **Marcus** (Latin): "devoted to Mars" (associated with the Roman god of war)
52. **Marius** (Latin): "son of Mars" (associated with the Roman god of war)
53. **Maxwell** (Scottish Gaelic): "great stream" or "great power"
54. **Michael** (Hebrew): "who is like God?" (associated with strength and divine protection)
55. **Morgan** (Welsh): "sea warrior" or "sea defender"
56. **Nathaniel** (Hebrew): "God has given" or "gift of God" (associated with divine strength and favor)
57. **Neil** (Irish): "champion" or "warrior"
58. **Nicholas** (Greek): "victory of the people" or "people's victory" (associated with strength and triumph)
59. **Odin** (Norse): "the one-eyed god" (associated with strength, wisdom, and courage)
60. **Oliver** (French): "olive tree" or "olive grove" (associated with peace and strength)
61. **Otto** (Germanic): "wealthy" or "prosperous" (associated with power and success)
62. **Patrick** (Latin): "nobleman" or "patrician" (associated with strength and leadership)
63. **Peter** (Greek): "rock" or "stone" (associated with strength and stability)
64. **Philip** (Greek): "lover of horses" or "horse lover" (associated with strength and speed)
65. **Quentin** (Latin): "fifth" or "fifth born" (associated with strength and resilience)
66. **Raymond** (Germanic): "wise protector" or "wise guardian" (associated with strength and intelligence)
67. **Reginald** (Germanic): "ruler of counsel" or "powerful counselor" (associated with strength and leadership)
68. **Rex** (Latin): "king" or "ruler" (associated with power and strength)
69. **Richard** (Germanic): "strong ruler" or "powerful ruler"
70. **Robert** (Germanic): "bright fame" or "shining glory" (associated with strength and renown)
71. **Roger** (Germanic): "famous spear" or "renowned warrior"
72. **Roland** (Germanic): "fame ruler" or "renowned ruler"
73. **Roman** (Latin): "citizen of Rome" or "belonging to Rome" (associated with strength and empire)
74. **Rowan** (Irish): "little redhead" (associated with strength and fire)
75. **Samson** (Hebrew): "sun" (associated with strength and power)
76. **Sebastian** (Greek): "venerable" or "revered" (associated with strength and faith)
77. **Silas** (Latin): "of the forest" or "from the woods" (associated with strength and resilience)
78. **Solomon** (Hebrew): "peace" or "peaceable" (associated with wisdom and strength)
79. **Stanley** (Old English): "stone meadow" or "stone field" (associated with strength and stability)
80. **Stephen** (Greek): "crown" or "wreath" (associated with victory and triumph)
81. **Theodore** (Greek): "gift of God" or "God's gift" (associated with divine strength and favor)
82. **Thomas** (Aramaic): "twin" (associated with strength and unity)
83. **Timothy** (Greek): "honoring God" or "one who honors God" (associated with faith and strength)
84. **Tobias** (Hebrew): "God is good" (associated with faith and courage)
85. **Valiant** (Latin): "brave" or "courageous"
86. **Victor** (Latin): "conqueror" or "winner" (associated with strength and triumph)
87. **Vincent** (Latin): "conquering" or "victorious" (associated with strength and success)
88. **Walter** (Germanic): "ruler of the army" or "powerful warrior"
89. **William** (Germanic): "resolute protector" or "determined protector"
90. **Wilfred** (Old English): "peaceful will" or "desire for peace" (associated with strength and tranquility)
91. **Winston** (Old English): "joyful stone" or "happy stone" (associated with strength and resilience)
92. **Zachary** (Hebrew): "God remembers" or "God has remembered" (associated with faith and strength)
93. **Adalheid** (Germanic): "noble kind" or "noble type"
94. **Aella** (Greek): "whirlwind" (associated with strength and power)
95. **Alana** (Irish): "beautiful fairy" or "harmony" (associated with strength and grace)
96. **Alexandra** (Greek): "defender of mankind" or "protector of men"
97. **Alice** (Germanic): "noble" or "of noble kind"
98. **Amelia** (Germanic): "industrious" or "hardworking" (associated with strength and determination)
99. **Anya** (Russian): "grace" or "favor" (associated with strength and beauty)
100. **Aurora** (Roman): "dawn" or "sunrise" (associated with strength and new beginnings)
101. **Beatrice** (Latin): "she who brings happiness" or "she who brings blessings" (associated with strength and joy)
102. **Bridget** (Irish): "strength" or "powerful"
103. **Brielle** (French): "shining" or "bright" (associated with strength and illumination)
104. **Brunhilde** (Germanic): "battle shield" or "strong shield"
105. **Cassandra** (Greek): "shining light" or "bright" (associated with strength and prophecy)
106. **Celeste** (Latin): "heavenly" or "celestial" (associated with strength and divinity)
107. **Charlotte** (French): "free man" or "man of strength"
108. **Chloë** (Greek): "blooming" or "green" (associated with strength and vitality)
109. **Clara** (Latin): "bright" or "clear" (associated with strength and illumination)
110. **Clementine** (Latin): "merciful" or "kind" (associated with strength and compassion)
111. **Cora** (Greek): "maiden" or "girl" (associated with strength and grace)
112. **Diana** (Roman): "goddess of the hunt" (associated with strength and independence)
113. **Eleanor** (Greek): "light" or "shining" (associated with strength and illumination)
114. **Eliza** (Hebrew): "my God is an oath" or "God is my oath" (associated with faith and strength)
115. **Elizabeth** (Hebrew): "my God is an oath" or "God is my oath" (associated with faith and strength)
116. **Emma** (Germanic): "whole" or "universal" (associated with strength and completeness)
117. **Esmeralda** (Spanish): "emerald" or "green gem" (associated with strength and beauty)
118. **Eve** (Hebrew): "life" or "living one" (associated with strength and creation)
119. **Florence** (Latin): "blooming" or "flourishing" (associated with strength and vitality)
120. **Gabrielle** (Hebrew): "God is my strength" or "God is my power"
121. **Genevieve** (French): "white wave" or "white wave" (associated with strength and purity)
122. **Georgia** (Greek): "farmer" or "earth worker" (associated with strength and perseverance)
123. **Giselle** (Germanic): "pledge" or "hostage" (associated with strength and loyalty)
124. **Grace** (Latin): "favor" or "mercy" (associated with strength and kindness)
125. **Hailey** (English): "meadow" or "clearing" (associated with strength and peace)
126. **Hannah** (Hebrew): "favor" or "grace" (associated with strength and kindness)
127. **Harper** (English): "harp player" (associated with strength and artistry)
128. **Hazel** (English): "hazelnut tree" (associated with strength and wisdom)
129. **Heather** (English): "heath plant" (associated with strength and resilience)
130. **Helen** (Greek): "light" or "torch" (associated with strength and illumination)
131. **Hermione** (Greek): "messenger" or "protector" (associated with strength and wisdom)
132. **Holly** (English): "holly tree" (associated with strength and protection)
133. **Hope** (English): "expectation" or "desire" (associated with strength and optimism)
134. **Iris** (Greek): "rainbow" or "messenger of the gods" (associated with strength and beauty)
135. **Isabelle** (Hebrew): "God is my oath" or "God is my oath" (associated with faith and strength)
136. **Jacqueline** (Hebrew): "God is gracious" (associated with strength and divine favor)
137. **Jade** (Spanish): "jewel" or "gemstone" (associated with strength and beauty)
138. **Jane** (Hebrew): "God is gracious" (associated with strength and divine favor)
139. **Jenna** (English): "white wave" or "white wave" (associated with strength and purity)
140. **Joan** (Hebrew): "God is gracious" (associated with strength and divine favor)
141. **Jolie** (French): "pretty" or "beautiful" (associated with strength and grace)
142. **Josephine** (Hebrew): "God will add" or "God will increase" (associated with faith and perseverance)
143. **Juliet** (Latin): "youthful" or "downy-bearded" (associated with strength and vitality)
144. **June** (Latin): "young" or "youthful" (associated with strength and vitality)
145. **Juno** (Roman): "queen of the gods" or "queen of heaven" (associated with strength and power)
146. **Katherine** (Greek): "pure" or "clean" (associated with strength and purity)
147. **Keira** (Irish): "dark haired" or "black haired" (associated with strength and mystery)
148. **Kenzie** (Scottish Gaelic): "beautiful" or "handsome" (associated with strength and grace)
149. **Kiera** (Irish): "dark haired" or "black haired" (associated with strength and mystery)
150. **Kim** (Korean): "gold" or "precious" (associated with strength and value)
151. **Kylie** (Australian Aboriginal): "boomerang" (associated with strength and skill)
152. **Lacey** (English): "lace" or "lacemaker" (associated with strength and delicacy)
153. **Lauren** (Latin): "laurel" or "bay tree" (associated with strength and victory)
154. **Lillian** (Latin): "lily" or "lily flower" (associated with strength and purity)
155. **Lily** (Latin): "lily" or "lily flower" (associated with strength and purity)
156. **Linda** (Germanic): "serene" or "beautiful" (associated with strength and beauty)
157. **Lisa** (Greek): "God is my oath" or "God is my oath" (associated with faith and strength)
158. **Louise** (French): "famous warrior" or "renowned fighter"
159. **Lucy** (Latin): "light" or "shining" (associated with strength and illumination)
160. **Lydia** (Greek): "from Lydia" (a region known for its strength and wealth)
161. **Madison** (English): "son of Matthew" or "gift of God" (associated with divine strength and favor)
162. **Maeve** (Irish): "she who intoxicates" or "she who makes drunk" (associated with strength and allure)
163. **Margaret** (Greek): "pearl" or "precious gem" (associated with strength and beauty)
164. **Maria** (Hebrew): "rebellious" or "bitter" (associated with strength and defiance)
165. **Marigold** (English): "marigold flower" (associated with strength and warmth)
166. **Marilyn** (Germanic): "beloved" or "dear" (associated with strength and affection)
167. **Mary** (Hebrew): "rebellious" or "bitter" (associated with strength and defiance)
168. **Matilda** (Germanic): "mighty in battle" or "powerful in war"
169. **Maya** (Sanskrit): "illusion" or "magic" (associated with strength and mystery)
170. **Meadow** (English): "grassy field" or "meadow" (associated with strength and peace)
171. **Megan** (Welsh): "strong" or "powerful"
172. **Melanie** (Greek): "dark" or "black" (associated with strength and mystery)
173. **Melinda** (Greek): "honey" or "sweet" (associated with strength and kindness)
174. **Mia** (Italian): "mine" or "beloved" (associated with strength and affection)
175. **Michelle** (Hebrew): "who is like God?" (associated with strength and divine protection)
176. **Minerva** (Roman): "goddess of wisdom and war" (associated with strength and intelligence)
177. **Molly** (Irish): "bitter" or "rebellious" (associated with strength and defiance)
178. **Morgan** (Welsh): "sea warrior" or "sea defender"
179. **Naomi** (Hebrew): "pleasantness" or "sweetness" (associated with strength and kindness)
180. **Natalia** (Latin): "born on Christmas Day" or "born on the birthday of Christ" (associated with strength and faith)
181. **Natalie** (Latin): "born on Christmas Day" or "born on the birthday of Christ" (associated with strength and faith)
182. **Nicole** (Greek): "victory of the people" or "people's victory" (associated with strength and triumph)
183. **Nina** (Spanish): "little girl" or "small girl" (associated with strength and grace)
184. **Nora** (Irish): "honor" or "glory" (associated with strength and prestige)
185. **Olivia** (Latin): "olive tree" or "olive grove" (associated with strength and peace)
186. **Ophelia** (Greek): "help" or "assistance" (associated with strength and support)
187. **Paige** (French): "page" or "servant" (associated with strength and loyalty)
188. **Paloma** (Spanish): "dove" or "pigeon" (associated with strength and peace)
189. **Penelope** (Greek): "weaver" or "web maker" (associated with strength and creativity)
190. **Phoebe** (Greek): "bright" or "shining" (associated with strength and illumination)
191. **Rachel** (Hebrew): "ewe" or "sheep" (associated with strength and gentleness)
192. **Rebecca** (Hebrew): "to tie" or "to bind" (associated with strength and loyalty)
193. **Renee** (French): "reborn" or "again" (associated with strength and renewal)
194. **Rihanna** (Arabic): "the one who is pleasing" or "the one who is beautiful" (associated with strength and beauty)
195. **Riley** (Irish): "valiant" or "courageous"
196. **Robin** (English): "bright fame" or "shining glory" (associated with strength and renown)
197. **Rose** (Latin): "rose" or "rose flower" (associated with strength and beauty)
198. **Ruby** (Latin): "red gem" or "red jewel" (associated with strength and passion)
199. **Ruth** (Hebrew): "friend" or "companion" (associated with strength and loyalty)
200. **Sabrina** (Celtic): "from the river Severn" (associated with strength and nature)
201. **Sally** (Hebrew): "princess" or "noblewoman" (associated with strength and grace)
202. **Samantha** (Hebrew): "listener" or "one who hears" (associated with strength and wisdom)
203. **Sara** (Hebrew): "princess" or "noblewoman" (associated with strength and grace)
204. **Savannah** (Spanish): "treeless plain" or "open grassland" (associated with strength and freedom)
205. **Scarlet** (English): "red" or "crimson" (associated with strength and passion)
206. **Selene** (Greek): "moon" or "goddess of the moon" (associated with strength and beauty)
207. **Serena** (Latin): "calm" or "peaceful" (associated with strength and tranquility)
208. **Sharon** (Hebrew): "plain" or "level ground" (associated with strength and simplicity)
209. **Sheila** (Irish): "blind" (but associated with strength and resilience)
210. **Sophia** (Greek): "wisdom" or "knowledge" (associated with strength and intellect)
211. **Stacey** (English): "resurrection" or "revival" (associated with strength and renewal)
212. **Stephanie** (Greek): "crown" or "wreath" (associated with victory and triumph)
213. **Stella** (Latin): "star" or "heavenly body" (associated with strength and guidance)
214. **Susan** (Hebrew): "lily" or "lily flower" (associated with strength and purity)
215. **Suzanne** (Hebrew): "lily" or "lily flower" (associated with strength and purity)
216. **Sylvia** (Latin): "from the woods" or "of the forest" (associated with strength and nature)
217. **Talia** (Greek): "blooming" or "flourishing" (associated with strength and vitality)
218. **Tamara** (Hebrew): "palm tree" (associated with strength and resilience)
219. **Tara** (Irish): "hill" or "mountain" (associated with strength and majesty)
220. **Tessa** (Greek): "she who cuts" or "she who harvests" (associated with strength and determination)
221. **Theresa** (Greek): "she who harvests" or "she who reaps" (associated with strength and reward)
222. **Tiffany** (Greek): "manifestation of God" or "appearance of God" (associated with divine strength and favor)
223. **Valentina** (Latin): "strong" or "healthy" (associated with strength and vitality)
224. **Valerie** (Latin): "strong" or "healthy" (associated with strength and vitality)
225. **Veronica** (Latin): "true image" or "genuine likeness" (associated with strength and authenticity)
226. **Victoria** (Latin): "victory" or "conquest" (associated with strength and triumph)
227. **Violet** (Latin): "violet flower" (associated with strength and beauty)
228. **Virginia** (Latin): "maiden" or "young woman" (associated with strength and grace)
229. **Vivian** (Latin): "alive" or "living" (associated with strength and vitality)
230. **Wanda** (Slavic): "wanderer" or "traveler" (associated with strength and independence)
231. **Wendy** (Old English): "happy" or "joyful" (associated with strength and happiness)
232. **Whitney** (Old English): "white island" or "white meadow" (associated with strength and peace)
233. **Willow** (English): "willow tree" (associated with strength and resilience)
234. **Wilma** (Germanic): "resolute protection" or "determined protector" (associated with strength and determination)
235. **Winifred** (Welsh): "white wave" or "white wave" (associated with strength and purity)
236. **Winnie** (Old English): "happy" or "joyful" (associated with strength and happiness)
237. **Xiomara** (Spanish): "warrior" or "fighter"
238. **Yara** (Arabic): "butterfly" (associated with strength and transformation)
239. **Yasmin** (Persian): "jasmine flower" (associated with strength and beauty)
240. **Yvette** (French): "yew tree" or "archer" (associated with strength and skill)
241. **Zara** (Hebrew): "blooming" or "flourishing" (associated with strength and vitality)
242. **Zelda** (Germanic): "battle-maiden" or "warrior maiden"
243. **Zenobia** (Greek): "life of Zeus" or "life of the god" (associated with strength and divinity)
244. **Zoe** (Greek): "life" or "living one" (associated with strength and creation)