274 Georgian Baby Names That Exude Royalty

An amalgam of the east-west culture of Georgia.

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When choosing Georgian baby names, parents can delve into a list of options inspired by nature, royalty, prominent historical figures, and often carrying important symbolism. People in Georgia are creative with their naming style. Most of their names are unique and rare, with slightly tricky pronunciations and unusual spelling. Modern parents pick names that sound good and are influenced by popular culture. Traditional parents, on the other hand, are conservative in their naming choices. They select traditional Christian or Russian names and give their unique Georgian touch to them. According to the Public Service Hall, an agency of the Georgian government, some of the most common masculine names in Georgia are Giorgi, Levan, Davit, and Zurab, to name a few. Common feminine names include Mariam, Tito, Tamar, and Maia. The first Georgian surname to be recorded dates back to the 7th or 8th century. Earlier, the surnames were toponymic or patronymic in nature or would be derived from social status, title, profession or position. Today, Georgian surnames are mainly from patronymics and occasionally from toponyms, along with various suffixes. The suffixes used in Georgia vary by the region, with the most common being –shvili, which means child, -dze, which means son, and -eli, which means ‘from,’ all commonly found in the western and eastern parts of Georgia. -uri or –uli, are common suffixes from mountainous regions of eastern Georgia and –iani, a Svan surname from the mountainous western Georgia among many. Beridze, Maisuradze, Lomidze, Nozadze, to name just a few are regarded as some of the most common last names in Georgia, according to the Public Service Hall. If you are on the lookout for some beautiful Georgian baby girl and boy names, take a look at our listing below. You’ll find some unique and rarely-heard names in our assortment.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Luka	Boy	From Lucania; Light
Vera	Girl	Faith; Summer; Valor; Foreign
Niko	Boy	Victory of the people
Lia	Girl	Weary; Cow; Rose; Downy bearded; Bearer of good news
Nina	Girl	Fire; Fish; Ancient city of Nineveh; Little girl; God is gracious; Strong
Lana	Girl	Small rock; Afloat
Liana	Girl	My God has answered; To twine around; Lily flower; Bound by vines; Glowing lady
Nia	Girl	Goal; Determination; Purpose; Bright; Female champion; Priceless; Luck
Roland	Boy	Famous land; Glorious territory; From the famous land
Dimitri	Boy	Earth lover; Follower of Demeter

Gio	Boy	Earthworker; Farmer
Salome	Girl	Peace
Liya	Girl	Weary; Cow; I am with God
Liza	Girl	My God is an oath
Lidia	Girl	A person who is from Lydia
Zakaria	Boy	Yahweh remembers
Irina	Girl	Peace
Geno	Boy	Earthworker; Well-born; Noble
Aleksandra	Girl	Defender of mankind
Nino	Boy	Two; Benevolence; Little girl; Little boy; Child Christ; Yahweh is gracious; Fish; He will add

Tamar	Girl	Date palm; Palm tree
Irma	Girl	Universal; Whole; Great
Dino	Boy	A little sword; Brave bear; Camellia flower
Eliazar	Boy	My God has helped
Kristine	Girl	Christian; Follower of the Christ; Anointed
Kamar	Girl	Moon
Sandro	Boy	Defender of mankind
Eduard	Boy	Rich guard
Karlo	Boy	Man with armor; Free man; Army
Isidore	Boy	Gift of Isis

Ioane	Boy	Old Georgian form of John; Yahweh is gracious
Kale	Boy	Man; Army; Beautiful victory; Cultivator; Slender
Davit	Boy	Beloved; Uncle
Zuko	Unisex	To regain consciousness, ancestor; Red water; Harmony; Glory
Jania	Girl	God is gracious; Soul; The burning of the world; Defending men
Mirian	Unisex	Rebelliousness; Sea of bitterness; Wished for child; Love; Kindness; Sun
Toma	Boy	Date palm; Twin
Lui	Boy	Light; From Lucania; Famous warrior; Thunder
Valerian	Boy	To be strong
Saba	Girl	Breeze; Grandfather; Pole

Sohum	Boy	Hornbeam; Fortress; I am He; I am the Supreme Soul
Tea	Girl	Gift of god
Aniko	Girl	Favor; Grace
Asan	Boy	Handsome
Nayra	Unisex	Eye; Early; Black; Dark; To guide; Bright; Radiant
Sergi	Unisex	Servant
Iya	Unisex	Violet
Demetre	Boy	Mother Earth; Devoted to Mother Earth
Tamari	Girl	Date palm
Nikoloz	Boy	Georgian form of Nicholas; Victory of the people

Anania	Unisex	Unique; Invaluable; Yahweh is gracious
Dima	Boy	Downpour; Earth mother
Ilia	Boy	My God is Yahweh
Andria	Girl	Masculine; Manly; Courageous; Virility
Konstantine	Boy	Constant; Steadfast
Giorgi	Boy	Farmer; Earthworker
Adriane	Girl	From Hadria
Teona	Girl	Goddess
Abraam	Boy	High father
Aleksi	Boy	Defender or helper of the people

Elza	Girl	My God is an oath; My God is help
Keela	Unisex	Wolf; Beautiful; Slender
Juli	Girl	Downy-bearded; Devoted to Jove; Youthful; Juvenile
Levan	Boy	Lion
Iana	Girl	God is gracious
Kioni	Girl	Silk-like material; Cool breeze; Ocean
Taro	Boy	Great son; King; Hero
Kelina	Girl	Heaven; Wolf; Noble
Andro	Boy	Male; Manly; Brave; Virility
Bera	Boy	Bear; Monk; Old man; Faith; True

Beto	Boy	Noble; Bright; Bright fame; Blessed
Chadi	Boy	Salt; Roof; Covering; Singer
Tekla	Girl	Glory of God
Eldar	Boy	Country's possessor; Fiery warrior
Mate	Boy	God's gift
Ineza	Girl	Chaste
Lida	Girl	Loved by people; Grace; Nobleness; Delicate
Lile	Girl	Lily; Purity, Svan God Lile; Cheerful; My God is Yahweh; My God is an oath; Charadriidae
Maisa	Girl	Beloved; Graceful; Dance; Sand
Damiane	Boy	To tame

Omani	Unisex	To settle, dwell, or remain
Anri	Boy	Home ruler
Kela	Unisex	Wolf; Noble
Valo	Unisex	Light; To be strong
Tatia	Girl	Fairy queen
Davita	Girl	Beloved; Uncle
Edo	Boy	Rich guard
Maka	Girl	Earth; Scatter; Beloved one
Jemal	Boy	Handsome
Koba	Boy	Holder of the heel; Supplanter; May God protect

Koki	Unisex	Flower bud; Island; Bright light; Steadfast; He will add
Irani	Girl	Iranian nationality; Aryan
Pavle	Boy	Georgian form of Paul; Small or humble
Malakia	Unisex	Male; Messenger of God
Meliton	Boy	Honey
Elene	Girl	Torch The bright one
Nini	Girl	To lead, carry or bring towards; Apostle; Melody; Fish
Vasil	Boy	King
Lasha	Unisex	Light
Lunara	Girl	Pomegranate flower

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Georgian parents have a creative flair when it comes to choosing Georgian baby names. They lean more towards names that are distinct and uncommon, sometimes posing a challenge to pronounce. They may choose contemporary names inspired by pop culture or go for conventional names, but they do not fail to put their Georgian twist to the names. Traditional names are often inspired by Christian and Russian cultures. On the other hand, surnames in Georgia tend to be unique because of the suffixes that indicate the region where one belongs to.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are some unique or unusual Georgian baby names?

Some distinctive Georgian baby names include Tariel, which signifies heaven's healer; Nino, a feminine name representing God's graciousness; and Lasha, a masculine name meaning light.

2. What are some Georgian baby names with historical significance?

Georgian baby names with historical significance embody a rich heritage. Tamar, inspired by the influential Queen Tamar of medieval Georgia, symbolizes strength and leadership. Tariel pays tribute to the revered poet Shota Rustaveli who coined the name for his epic The Knight in the Panther's Skin. Vakhtang, reminiscent of King Vakhtang I, the king of Iberia and founder of Tbilisi, represents ambition and legacy (1).

3. What are some gender-neutral or unisex Georgian baby names?

Georgian baby names like Nika, meaning victory, and Teo, meaning gift of God, are examples of unisex names. These names transcend traditional gender norms, aligning with the growing trend of gender-neutral naming practices in Georgian culture.

4. What are some Georgian baby names that are suitable for twins?

Some possible Georgian baby name pairs that might work well for twins are Nino-Tamar, meaning God's graciousness, and palm tree. Another option could be Ana-Mariam, meaning grace and beloved. Alternatively, you may also consider Ava-Avtandil, meaning bird and sunshine.

5. What is a Georgian baby name with a strong connection to Georgian mythology?

Georgian baby names that have strong ties to Georgian mythology include Tamar, representing the palm tree and associated with the goddess of Venus and controller of weather.

6. What are some Georgian baby names with a connection to the arts or literature?

The name Nodar is notable for its association with writer Nodar Dumbadze, and Barbare, evokes a sense of power due to its ties with the princess, activist, and author Barbare Jorjadze. Additionally, Akaki is influenced by the poet Akaki Tsereteli. These names honor the rich creative legacy of Georgian arts and literature.

Infographic: Stunning Georgian Baby Names With Meanings

Georgian baby names are deeply connected to the country's rich tradition, culture, and land. There are also influences from the languages of neighboring countries. The infographic showcases a mix of popular and conservative names along with their meanings for both modern and traditional parents.

mesmerizing georgian names for your baby (infographic)

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