95 Baby Names Meaning 'Fierce'

Names steeped in passion and strength.

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Names that mean 'fierce' symbolize intense passion and relentlessness. They represent strength and bravery that fuel the courage to confront adversity. Being fierce reflects the fierceness of character and conveys the intensity of will and resolve. Names that mean or connote fierceness are found across cultures and religions. Often, they are associated with brave warriors or influential leaders. However, they may also be linked with creative forces of nature, such as the sun and the wind.

Arioch is a euphonic name that means 'fierce lion' in Hebrew and symbolizes physical strength, courage, and dominion. Neil is a masculine name with Celtic roots that translates to 'fury' or 'passion.' It signifies intense power and resilience.

Names that mean 'fierce' also trace their roots to mythology and legends. Charon from Greek mythology means 'fierce brightness,' while Lugalbanda from Sumerian mythology means 'fierce king.' Both of these names convey the spirit of being indomitable.

Names linked to fierceness also find historical relevance. In Egyptian history, the name Narmer holds special significance. He is considered the first pharaoh, well-known for uniting Upper and Lower Egypt in the 31st century BC. Yaropolk, which means 'fierce people,' and Yaroslav, which means 'fierce glory,' hold historical significance in Russian. Yaropolk was the name of two rulers of Kyivan Russia in the 10th and 12th centuries, while Yaroslav the Wise was the grand prince of Kyiv in the 11th century. The name Chanda from Sanskrit means 'fierce' and 'passionate.' It is one of the epithets of the Hindu goddess Durga.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Mina	Girl	Precious blue stone; Love; A place near Makkah; Goddess of sun, moon, and stars; Fierce protector
Kelsey	Boy	Ship's victory; Fierce island
Kelsie	Girl	Ship's victory; Fierce island
Broly	Boy	Powerful; Fierce; Unstoppable
Hawkins	Boy	A person with a Hawk like appearance; Fierce; Hawk; Horsemen; Lord; Brown
Zaryah	Unisex	Fierce and powerful
Kelsi	Girl	Ship's victory; Cenel's island; Fierce
Tyran	Boy	Strong; Fierce; Ruler
Kalise	Unisex	Fierce one
Kelcie	Girl	Ship's victory; Cenel's island; Fierce island

Larkyn	Unisex	From Laurentum; Of Lorcan; Little fierce one; Songbird
Kesley	Boy	The victory of the ship; Fierce island
Kelsy	Girl	Ship's victory; Cenel's island; Fierce
Lorcan	Boy	A fierce little one
Yaroslav	Unisex	Fierce; Glorious
Cruise	Boy	Brave; Fierce
Drax	Unisex	Powerful; Fierce; Invincible
Jarek	Boy	Fierce; Strong
Ho	Boy	Tiger; Brave; Fierce; Bright
Gor	Boy	Fierce; Brave; Proud

Kelce	Unisex	Cenel's island; Fierce Island
Jarrick	Boy	A fierce and dear one
Keron	Boy	Fierce brightness; Each of the two; Pure
Devlin	Girl	Descendant of Doibhilin; Fierce courage; Unlucky
Cruse	Unisex	Hollow; Bold; Seller of jugs; Fierce; Curly
Jarick	Boy	A strong, fierce one
Jarina	Girl	Fierce and energetic world
Carron	Unisex	Place near the town of Tregaron; Fierce brightness
Shalonna	Girl	One fierce and strong like a lioness
Mann	Boy	Man; Husband; Person; Fierce or strong man; Mind; Soul

Meng	Girl	Vision; Fierce; Drizzle; First month of a season; Precious
Prakhar	Boy	Shape; Fierce; Sharp; Type
Takeshi	Boy	Warrior; Strong; Fierce; Healthy; Robust; History; Courage; Intention; Military; Martial
Tolliver	Boy	One who cuts metals; Ironworker; Fierce and strong fighter
Chanda	Girl	Passionate; Fierce; Moon; Girl with a beautiful face
Takeru	Unisex	Excellent; Noble; Precious; Fierce; Height; Mountain; Dragon; Hero; Precious stone
Tillian	Unisex	Fierce and determined
Kelsa	Girl	Cenel's island; Fierce; Victory ship
Lupine	Unisex	Wolf-like, fierce, wild
Xaela	Unisex	Mystical; Nomadic; Fierce

Yaroslava	Girl	Fierce; Glorious
Babhru	Boy	Man with Fierce and Brown hair; One of many names of Lord Krishna; Son of Dhurva
Jodhpal	Boy	Brave Protector; Mighty and Fierce Guardian; Courageous Defender
Kaali	Boy	Goddess Parvathi in black fierce destructive form; Black one in Sanskrit
Kaaliya	Boy	The huge black fierce Serpent whom Lord Krishna wins over
Manne	Boy	Husband; Person; Fierce or strong man
Mannes	Boy	Husband; Person; Fierce or strong man
Mannis	Boy	Greatness; A variant of Mann which means Fierce and Strong Man
Mannus	Boy	Greatness; A variant of Mann which means Fierce and Strong Man
Aabis	Boy	Grim-faced; Fierce-faced

Agavaha	Boy	A ram who wilds in the mountains and is ferocious, fierce, strong, protective, observant, and strong-minded.
Arioch	Unisex	A fierce lion; Lion-like; Venerable
Balendin	Boy	Being brave, fierce and physically powerful
Banda	Boy	The person; Young; Wild; Fierce
Barbaros	Boy	Bravo; Fierce
Candidasa	Boy	A fierce and devoted man
Ceadd	Boy	A war-like and fierce man
Ceaddi	Boy	Fierce
Ceneric	Boy	A brave, fierce, and rich ruler
Cenewig	Boy	A brave, fierce, and bold ruler

Chand	Unisex	Fierce; Hot; Passionate; Moon
Chandanshu	Boy	The fierce Sun
Codruta	Girl	A determined, talented, and fierce individual
Enemnogenus	Boy	A fierce birdlike person
Fauve	Girl	Tawny-colored animal; Big cat; Savage; Fierce
Firas	Unisex	Skilled rider; Skilled horseman; Fierce as a lion; Perceptive
Grimaldus	Boy	Fierce; Bold
Grimbald	Boy	Fierce; Bold
Grimbaldus	Boy	Fierce; Bold
Grimbeald	Boy	Fierce; Bold

Grimbol	Boy	Fierce; Bold; Varient of Grimbold
Grimbold	Boy	Fierce; Bold
Grimmwolf	Boy	Fierce; Bold
Grimold	Boy	Fierce; Bold; Varient of name Grimbald
Haestingas	Boy	Tribes of Anglo-Saxon Britain; Violent; Aggressive; Fierce
Jarmil	Boy	One who is fierce
Jaromir	Boy	One who is both fierce and peaceful
Jaroslaw	Boy	Fierce and glorious
Jaroslav	Boy	Fierce; Glory; Energetic
Jaroslava	Girl	Fierce; Glory; Energetic

Jaroslawa	Girl	She who is fierce
Kelcee	Boy	Island; Fierce; Ship's victory; Cenel's island
Lavvie	Boy	A lion; A person as fierce as a lion
Lawry	Boy	A person of a fiery and fierce character
Pravaal	Boy	A fierce person full of strength
Praval	Boy	A fierce and strong individual
Shawinook	Boy	The most fierce winds from the South
Azzami	Boy	One who is fierce like a lion
Yarognev	Boy	He who is fierce, energetic and full of anger
Yaropolk	Boy	Derived from Slavic elements yaru, meaning 'fierce, energetic' and pulku, meaning 'people, host'

Rudraveer	Boy	Fierce warrior; Mighty warrior
Yarik	Boy	Fierce and glorious
Rudran	Boy	God Shiva; Fierce roaring
Kovah	Unisex	Protector; Strong; Fierce
Landrum	Girl	Strong and fierce

Fierceness is a powerful quality associated with bravery, courage, and resilience. That's why names that mean 'fierce' hold prominence among parents who want their children to be bold and fearless. While many names that mean 'fierce' symbolize passion, an intense human feeling, others signify the intensity of natural elements and powerful animals like lions. They also have connections to influential figures in mythology and history, amplifying their significance. If you want to give your child such names, do thorough research. Remember, a name is part of one's identity. Hence, choosing a name that embodies grit and power is a great way to instill a sense of pride and empowerment in your child.

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