171 Baby Names That Mean Delicate

With a name signifying intricacy, your child might grow into a sensible person.

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Baby names that mean delicate have an aura of timelessness. In a world of trendy names that fall out of use once the trend passes, these names stand the test of time and transition splendidly from childhood to adulthood. So, consider these names if you want to give a deep and soulful name to your little girl or boy. It is a fact that life is not easy. As we grow up, we become rough and desensitized to our natural, childlike qualities. We lose our innate gentleness, tenderness, and delicateness. The challenges we face during our childhood robs us of our innocence. Harsh words from others, peers, parents, or authority figures, can often stick to our minds as children and alter our sense of self (1). It is only when we are reintroduced to delicateness and gentleness that we realize their importance. Delicateness takes us from the world's harshness and reconnects us to who we truly are – loving and gentle. It allows us to interact and converse in more considerate and caring ways. Delicateness in our actions and manner of speaking makes us agreeable to others. Thus, names that convey this meaning are imbued with a sense of fragility and grace that is endearing. They offer a delightful glimpse into a child's innocent and gentle nature. These terms span various cultures and languages. So, you have plenty of options if you feel inclined to a specific culture or faith. Some of these names convey the gentleness of nature, while others communicate the qualities of being friendly and naive. There is a vast range of meanings that run through these names. Like their meaning, the names also have an elegant sound and feel. Your child, thus, is bound to adore and feel proud of them. In this post, we have pulled together an extensive list of baby names meaning delicate and soft. All of them sound pleasing and gentle, just like the trait itself. So, start choosing your preferred ones right away.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Aadina	Girl	Delicate; Slender; Friday
Aadiv	Boy	Delicate; Sensitive; Mindful of other's feelings
Aamiya	Girl	Delicate; Gentle
Adani	Unisex	Gentle; Delicate minded
Addalee	Girl	Delicate; Cheerful; Feminine
Addelynn	Girl	Delicate and noble
Adena	Girl	Delicate; Sensual
Adiana	Girl	Noble; Delicate
Adinah	Unisex	Delicate, graceful, serene
Adine	Girl	Noble; Honorable; Slender; Delicate; Ornament; Form of name Ada; A variant of Adina

Adiv	Boy	A delicate or gentle person
Adline	Unisex	Noble; Gentle; Delicate
Aghid	Girl	A beautiful, young, sensitive, delicate, emotional, compassionate, sophisticated and gentle maiden
Airlia	Girl	Ethereal; Delicate; Intangible
Alarah	Girl	Delicate; Graceful
Aleena	Girl	Sunray; Torch; Shining light; Fair; Delicate
Alilah	Girl	Delicate beauty
Amalah	Unisex	Delicate, noble, and timeless
Anadia	Girl	Something that's delicate, moist and tender
Ateebah	Girl	Something that is soft, gentle and delicate

Atubah	Girl	One who is soft, gentle and delicate
Aylish	Girl	Noble; Graceful; Delicate
Azrial	Unisex	Delicate, Flower
Bahirat	Girl	A delicate woman
Bakhdan	Girl	A very delicate and beautiful girl
Bayah	Unisex	Beautiful; Delicate
Cerie	Girl	A delicate bird's whistle
Dahlila	Girl	Delicate, captivating, graceful
Daliah	Girl	Dahlia flower; Delicate; Portion
Dalila	Girl	Delicate; Guide

Dalina	Girl	Gentle; Noble; Delicate
Dallie	Unisex	Delicate
Daqiq	Boy	Very delicate
Delen	Girl	A tiny and delicate petal
Delilah	Girl	Delicate
Della	Girl	Noble; Delicate
Dena	Girl	Delicate; Judged; Valley; Divine
Dolcy	Unisex	Delicate; Compassionate; Sweet
Elissar	Unisex	Delicate, beautiful, prosperous
Evalette	Girl	Delicate; Graceful

Evelette	Girl	Feminine, delicate, and graceful
Gentiana	Girl	Gentle soul; Delicate spirit
Ghayda	Girl	A delicate and young person
Ghaydaa	Girl	To be young and delicate
Ghurnuq	Boy	A delicate and tender person
Ginger	Girl	Of a reddish brown color; Delicate; Cautious; To inspire
Girnauq	Boy	Delicate; Slender youth
Gracelin	Unisex	Graceful and delicate
Gulandam	Girl	Having the form like a flower; Slender and delicate
Haasini	Unisex	Delicate, beautiful, pleasant

Haifa	Girl	Well-shaped; Slim; Delicate
Hefa	Boy	The delicate waist
Hersilia	Girl	Delicate; Tender
Hinami	Unisex	Delicate, beautiful, charming
Jesmin	Girl	Fragrant, delicate flower
Kaley	Girl	Delicate; Slender
Kayori	Unisex	Graceful, delicate, enchanting
Keelin	Girl	Delicate
Komala	Boy	Delicate
Koshin	Boy	Koshin means Delicate flower bud

Krisangi	Girl	The name means Of a Delicate Frame
Laibah	Unisex	Delicate and graceful
Lajwanti	Girl	Delicate plant
Lajwati	Girl	Untouched; Delicate
Lanae	Girl	Graceful; Delicate; Serene
Lanya	Unisex	Graceful; Delicate
Lasya	Girl	Graceful, delicate, feminine
Layra	Unisex	Delicate; Graceful; Ethereal
Layyin	Girl	A Girl who is soft and delicate
Lea	Girl	Delicate; Weary

Leaha	Girl	Delicate; Graceful; Bright
Leani	Unisex	Graceful; Delicate; Enchanting
Leen	Girl	Tender; Delicate
Leeyah	Girl	Delicate, graceful, enchanting
Leha	Unisex	Delicate, gracious, charming
Leiah	Girl	Delicate; Joyful; Graceful
Leigh	Boy	Delicate; By the meadow; Clearing;
Lenay	Unisex	Delicate; Serene
Lenea	Unisex	Delicate, graceful, and serene
Lenis	Unisex	Soft; Gentle; Delicate

Lenita	Girl	Delicate; Mellow; Mild
Li Na	Girl	Beautiful; Graceful; Delicate
Lija	Unisex	Delicate; Graceful; Kind
Lilabelle	Girl	Beautiful; Delicate
Lilah	Girl	Night beauty; Delicate
Lilani	Unisex	Delicate; Flower
Liliani	Girl	Gracious and delicate
Limees	Girl	Tender; Delicate; Soft to touch
Lirio	Unisex	Pure and delicate flower
Liyana	Girl	A tender and delicate woman

Lublubah	Girl	Affectionate and delicate person
Lutfia	Girl	A courteous, kind and delicate person
Lutfiya	Girl	A woman who is kind, delicate and full of grace
Lutfiyya	Girl	Delicate woman who is of kind character
Lynia	Unisex	Delicate beauty
Lys	Unisex	Flower-like, delicate, graceful
Maissa	Girl	She who is delicate and slender
Malook	Boy	A Boy with a tender and delicate personality
Malva	Girl	A slender and delicate woman
Mardav	Boy	Softness; Simple; Delicate

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Baby names that mean delicate are undoubtedly charming and carry a profound significance. No better names can capture the essence and beauty of a baby. Moreover, these names will help you instill a positive identity in your child. Their names will remind them to protect their soft inner being, despite being exposed to the stresses of life. They will embrace their vulnerability and will appreciate the nuances of their personality. So, you cannot go wrong by choosing a name that signifies the innate nature of your precious child.

Infographic: Beautiful Baby Names That Mean Delicate And Gentle

Names that mean delicate embody the gentle and untainted spirit of a child as they enter into this world. They let you preserve this beautiful spirit no matter how old your child gets. Irrespective of the baby’s gender, there are loads of names that define delicate in various ways. In this infographic, you will find the best ones.

soft and melodic baby names that mean delicate (infographic)

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What French name means ‘delicate’?

The French name Douce means ‘delicate.’ It is derived from the French word "douce," which is the feminine form of the adjective "doux," meaning ‘sweet,’ ‘soft,’ ‘mild,’ or ‘gentle.’ The origin of this name can be traced back to the Latin word "dulcis," meaning ‘sweet,’ which was adapted into Old French as "dous," conveying tenderness.

2. Are there any famous people with names meaning ‘delicate’?

Some notable individuals with names that convey the meaning of ‘delicate’ include Adena T. Friedman, a prominent American businesswoman serving as the President and CEO of Nasdaq, Inc., Haifa Wehbe, a Lebanese-Egyptian singer and actress, Kaley Christine Cuoco, a well-known American actress, Maria Helena Gentil do Carmo, also known as Lenita Gentil, a Portuguese fado singer, and Li Na, a highly accomplished Chinese tennis player.

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