353 Baby Names Meaning 'Black'

The color black is associated with mystery and elegance. Black may be the color of darkness, but the names that mean ‘black’ are mostly connected to strength and protection. Black holds varied significance in different cultures. For instance, the ancient Egyptians considered black as the color of fertility. For the German and Scandinavian people, black was a divine color as it is associated with the goddess of the night, Nótt, whose chariot was drawn by a black horse. In the US, many popular brands use the color black as it is considered the color of power and sophistication. Black-inspired names have been prevalent across cultures for years, and some have been popular for centuries. An interesting example is the Greek name Melanie, which is a popular name for girls. It means ‘black’ and has been a loved name since the Middle Ages. Another option is the Blakely, a unisex name with different origins, including the English meaning 'black,' which highlights the strength of the color. Meanwhile, the masculine name Krish gained popularity in the modern world as the short form of the Sanskrit name Krishna, meaning ‘black,’ symbolizing both the beauty and power of black. The Nordic unisex name Kol has many meanings, including the color ‘black.’ If you love the color black and connect it with deeper meanings, the list below is for you. Have a look to find a name that your little one will be proud to own.

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Name		Gender	Meaning
Melanie		Girl	Black; Dark; Dark-skinned
Blakely		Girl	Black; Dark; Woodland clearing
Kali		Girl	Goddess that destroys evil; The black one
Milani		Girl	Middle of the plain; Black; Dark
Keiran		Boy	Black; Black-haired; Army's edge
Davina		Girl	Beloved; Calf; Fox; Little black one
Melany		Girl	Black; Dark
Kiera		Girl	Little dark one; Dark-headed; Dusky; Black
Davin		Boy	Calf; Fawn; Ox; Deer; Little black one
Melani		Girl	Dark; Black
Ciara		Girl	Dark-haired; Dark-complexioned; Black; Mountain range; Bright; Famous
Dwayne		Boy	Dark; Black; Little dark one
Krish		Boy	Black or dark
Maleni		Unisex	Dark; Black; Sky; Heaven
Melania		Girl	Black; Dark-skinned
Kyrin		Boy	Black; Dark-haired
Delanie		Girl	Black; Challenge; From the Alder grove
Alek		Boy	Defender of men; Black and white cow
Deegan		Boy	A black-haired person
Kiran		Boy	Sunrays; Beam of light; Dust; Thread; Black; Dark; Dark-haired
Blakelyn		Girl	Black; Pale
Kenai		Girl	Flat meadow; Black bear; Clean water
Kyron		Boy	Hands; Skilled with the hands; Black; Black-haired
Kyran		Boy	Beam of light; Black
Nigel		Boy	Hero; Dark-haired; Black; Cloud; Fury; Passion
Milania		Girl	Gracious; Dear; Middle of the plain; Dark; Black
Ciaran		Boy	Dark-haired; Dark-complexioned; Black; Mountain range; Bright; Famous
Kyrah		Girl	Throne; Sun; Young; Lord; Black
Enola		Girl	Solitary; Black fox
Blakeleigh		Unisex	Black woodland clearing
Krisha		Girl	Black or dark
Mindy		Girl	Black; Dark; Bee; Sweet as honey; Honey
Ravyn		Girl	Black bird; Raven
Krishna		Boy	Dark or black; All-attractive
Keiry		Unisex	Black
Naira		Girl	Bright; Luminous; Brilliant; Eye; Early; One having big eyes; Black or dark
Kol		Boy	People's victory; Voice; Black; Charcoal
Rayven		Girl	Black bird; Raven
Delaney		Boy	Black; Challenge; Alder tree
Maelani		Girl	Heavenly; Dark; Black
Kyara		Girl	Bright; Famous; Black
Blayke		Boy	Black; Pale
Malinda		Girl	Bee; Black; Dark; Sweet; Honeybee; Gentle; Tender
Nero		Boy	Black; Stern; Strong; Vigorous
Kiernan		Boy	Son of a lord; Little dark one; Black; Dark
Cary		Boy	Black; Free man
Devaughn		Boy	Little black one; Little stag; Little ox; Of Devonshire
Dublin		Unisex	Black pool
Devany		Unisex	Descendant of Duibheannach; Black; Marshy place
Krishav		Boy	Dark or black and auspicious; Plougher
Adham		Boy	Black; Dark; Formed of Earth; Son of the red earth
Blakley		Unisex	Black woodland clearing
Keyra		Unisex	Black
Kannan		Boy	Black; Dark; Lord Krishna; The one who is to be seen
Sable		Girl	Black; Sand; Sword
Deagan		Boy	One with dark black hair; Grain of corn
Kiarra		Girl	Bright; Famous; Clear; Black
Melonie		Girl	Dark; Black
Melo		Unisex	Honey; Birth; Black; Dark; Blackbird
Colvin		Boy	The black color; Bald
Kyre		Unisex	Black; Young; Lord; Humiliator of the enemy
Melony		Girl	Black; Dark
Kairon		Unisex	Black
Ravenna		Girl	A big, black bird; A raven
Daegan		Boy	Black-haired
Kemet		Unisex	The black land
Kieren		Boy	Dark-haired; Dark-complexioned; Black; Dark; Descendant of Ciarán
Nayra		Unisex	Eye; Early; Black; Dark; To guide; Bright; Radiant
Kerwin		Boy	Descendant of Ciardhubhán; Dark and black
Kiren		Unisex	Black; Wish; Hope; Rare; Brightness; Expensive; Orchid; Arisen
Amreen		Girl	Good-scented; Black eyes
Jetta		Girl	Home ruler; Farmer; Earth worker; Black stone
Kiari		Unisex	Bright; Black
Kirah		Boy	Black
Ciera		Girl	Mountain range; Dark-haired one; Black
Krishay		Boy	Black; Dark
Davyn		Boy	Beloved; Calf; Fox; Fawn; Little black one
Coley		Boy	Dark; Black bird; Victory of the people
Kalee		Girl	Fair; Pure; Black; Man
Kieron		Boy	Dark-haired; Dark-complexioned; Black; Dark; Descendant of Ciarán; Ray of light
Aswad		Boy	Black
Shyam		Boy	Dark blue; Black; Hindu god Krishna
Keri		Girl	Ciar's people; Black; To love
Dewan		Unisex	Royal court; Tribunal of justice; Treasury; Ministry; Assembly; Highest official in a state; Descendant of Duibhín; Little black one; Descendant of Daimhín; Little stag
Akeira		Unisex	Bright; Clear; Black
Kannen		Boy	Lord Krishna; Black; Dark; Church official; Large reed
Malaina		Unisex	Black; Dark
Kerrigan		Boy	Descendant of Ciaragá; Black or dark
Skyra		Girl	Black sky; Black clouds
Ker		Boy	Black; Dark brown
Coal		Boy	A rocky type material used as a fuel; Coal black; One with swarthy skin
Keera		Unisex	Young; Lord; Black
Hooria		Girl	Maiden; Nymph; Having eyes with an intense contrast of white and black
Kishan		Boy	Black; Dark
Mellie		Girl	Black; Dark; Honey; Bee; Sweet
Melly		Girl	Black, Dark
Xuan		Unisex	Yahweh is gracious; Beautiful jade; Deep black; Day lily
Khiara		Unisex	Black; Clear; Bright; Famous
Carey		Boy	Black
Siyah		Unisex	Black

The color black, too, has certain significance in different cultures. Names meaning ‘black’ are often associated with sophistication and elegance. This is because the West considers it the color of power. These names are also associated with wisdom and resilience. When parents choose these names for their little ones, they help them see and appreciate the beauty of darkness. Such names can instill a sense of confidence and individuality in children. Pick a name with a good sound, and that will pair well with your family surname.