315 Baby Names Meaning 'Gentle'

Finding peace and calm in a gentle name.

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Gentle means being mild and calm. It is a quality admired by many but not commonly found. However, this quality is captured in baby names that mean ‘gentle.’ Gentleness is connected to human behavior and also to characteristics of other elements of nature. Hence, names celebrating this quality are prevalent in diverse cultures and languages. For instance, parents choose the Latin name Millie for their daughter as it refers to ‘gentle strength,’ which symbolizes a girl's warm nature and power. The Gaelic name Kevin, meaning ‘gentle,’ is popular in several countries because of its positive meaning and sweet sound. Why just humans? The term gentle defines the animal’s nature, too. Derived from an Old German word, Rosalind, meaning ‘gentle horse,’ emphasizes the softer side of the strong animal. Nature, too, is a source of inspiration for such names. For example, the Arabic name Naseem and the Urdu name Waniya both mean ‘gentle breeze,’ while the English name Brees, meaning 'light, gentle breeze,’ captures nature's soothing and soft qualities. Names meaning ‘gentle’ sound pleasant and carry a message of kindness and care. We understand the significance of such names and have curated a list of gentle-themed names belonging to different cultures. Have a look to find a jewel of a name that your child will proudly flaunt.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Millie	Girl	Gentle strength; Brave
Kevin	Boy	Handsome by birth; Gentle; Lovable; Fair; Peace
Caiden	Boy	Strength; Battle spirit; Gentle
Clementine	Girl	Merciful; Gentle; Orange
Roselyn	Girl	Beautiful rose; Gentle horse
Rosalyn	Girl	Beautiful rose; Gentle horse; Famous and mild
Guinevere	Girl	White phantom; Gentle queen
Rosalina	Girl	Beautiful rose; Gentle horse
Adela	Girl	Noble; Gentle; Serene
Layan	Girl	Soft; Delicate; Gentle; Prosperous; Resthouse

Rosalind	Girl	Beautiful rose; Gentle horse
Adalina	Girl	Noble; Honorable; Gentle; Soft
Roslyn	Girl	Beautiful rose; Gentle horse
Rosalynn	Girl	Gentle horse; Rose lake
Aleyna	Girl	To us; Gentle; Soft; Handsome; Little rock
Adina	Girl	Delicate; Noble; Name; Mild; Gentle
Milly	Girl	Gentle strength
Rosalinda	Girl	Beautiful rose; Gentle horse
Kyden	Boy	Narrow little fire; Strength; Round; Gentle
Mildred	Girl	Gentle strength

Halima	Girl	Patient; Tolerant; Gentle; Mild mannered; Generous
Clement	Boy	Gentle; Merciful; Warm-hearted
Jareth	Boy	A gentle one; Descent
Lumi	Girl	Snow; Glow; Light; Gentle manner
Rosaline	Girl	Beautiful rose; Gentle horse
Mills	Boy	From near the mills; Miller; Brave; Gentle strength
Naseem	Boy	Gentle breeze; Fresh air
Malinda	Girl	Bee; Black; Dark; Sweet; Honeybee; Gentle; Tender
Naydelin	Unisex	Sweet or gentle birth
Mylani	Girl	My heaven; Gentle caress

Roslynn	Girl	Beautiful rose; Gentle horse
Kaedon	Unisex	Mac Cadáin; Warrior; Strength; Gentle; Loyalty; Spirit of war; Son of Cadán
Keeva	Girl	Gentle; Beloved; Dear
Taliya	Girl	Gentle dew from heaven; By the water; To blossom; Dew from God
Lyan	Unisex	Soft; Gentle
Miliani	Girl	Gentle caress
Milli	Girl	Gentle strength; Brave and strong; A youth employed in religious services; Cornfield; In between; Middle
Lyndee	Girl	Variation of Lynde; A tender; Gentle person
Breeze	Girl	A light, gentle wind; To blow fresh and strong
Sopheak	Boy	Gentle face; Good face

Wania	Boy	Soft, gentle breeze; God-gifted; Yahweh is gracious
Kevyn	Boy	Handsome by birth; Gentle; Lovable; Fair; Peace
Roseline	Girl	Gentle horse; Pretty rose
Damari	Girl	Gentle; Goddess of fertility; Eternal; Strength; Long lived; One who builds
Sanjana	Girl	Gentle; Peaceful; Uniting; Joining
Akirah	Unisex	Gentle flower
Haleema	Girl	Forbearing; Gentle; Mild-mannered
Haleem	Boy	Forbearing; Gentle; Mild-mannered
Latif	Boy	Gentle and kind one; One of the names of Allah
Rafiq	Boy	Friend; Gentle; Companion; Good-mannered

Halimah	Girl	Forbearing; Gentle; Mild-mannered
Layani	Unisex	Prosperous; Soft; Gentle
Clementina	Girl	Merciful; Gentle
Rabi	Boy	Springtime; Sun; A gentle breeze
Adena	Girl	Delicate; Mild; Gentle; Adorned; Pleasure; Delight
Mylynn	Unisex	Delicate; Gentle; Serene
Smaya	Unisex	Astonishment; Pride; Gentle smile
Rozalynn	Girl	A very gentle horse
Raef	Unisex	Kind; Gentle; Compassionate; Soft-hearted
Caoimhe	Girl	Beautiful; Dear; Beloved; Gentle

Keva	Girl	Precious; Gentle; Beloved; Safe or freedom from danger; Collector of import duty
Brees	Unisex	Of Breese; Gadfly; Gentle wind
Mileah	Unisex	Graceful; Gentle
Clem	Boy	One who is gentle; Merciful
Siahna	Girl	Glow; Gentle light; Radiance; Silver
Breezy	Unisex	A light and gentle wind
Nasim	Boy	Fresh air; Gentle breeze
Noami	Girl	Pleasantness; Gentle
Alinda	Girl	Noble and gentle
Chung	Boy	Gentle; Virtuous; Chaste; Goblet

Jimin	Unisex	Will; Purpose; Intellect; Gentle
Nivek	Boy	Handsome; Beautiful; Gentle; Kind; Honest
Adelind	Girl	Gentle and noble
Terance	Boy	A tender and gentle person
Leyan	Unisex	Gentle; Soft; Delicate; Clearing; Favor; Grace
Abdullatif	Boy	Servant of the gentle
Jung	Boy	Quiet; Gentle; Still; Loyal; Virtuous; Chaste; Righteousness; Young
Daleah	Girl	Branch; Gentle; Flower
Damara	Girl	Goddess of fertility; Gentle
Davanee	Girl	Merciful; Gentle; Dark-haired

Nassim	Unisex	Gentle breeze; Fresh air
Halime	Girl	Gentle; Mild; Forbearing
Latifa	Girl	Gentle and kind
Tharun	Boy	Young; Gentle; Connection
Adis	Unisex	Gentle; New
Jomaira	Girl	Gentle, joyful friend-makers
Waniya	Boy	Soft, gentle breeze
Clemence	Girl	Merciful; Gentle
Lateef	Boy	Gentle; Kind; One of the names of Allah
Narmeen	Girl	Soft; Gentle; Kind

Layaan	Girl	Soft; Delicate; Gentle; Prosperous
Jenefer	Girl	Bright; Tender; Kind; Gentle
Adiva	Girl	Kind; Polite; Gracious; Pleasant; Gentle
Rhoslyn	Girl	Gentle horse
Anysa	Unisex	To recognize; To perceive; One who is friendly, gentle, calm, and peaceful
Meekah	Unisex	Meek; Kind; Gentle
Milina	Unisex	Graceful and gentle
Clemens	Boy	Good-natured; Gentle and merciful
Damaris	Boy	Calf; Girl; Gentle; Heifer
Damin	Boy	A gentle tamer

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Parents opt for baby names that mean ‘gentle,’ hoping to encourage their child to live a peaceful and kind life. These names are associated with positive qualities such as patience and understanding. Hence, they have been passed down from generation to generation and are still relevant in the modern world. These timeless names are loved by parents all over as they are reminders of the strength and power found in gentleness. Pick a name with a calm and soothing meaning that might become a source of inspiration for your child during chaotic times.

Infographic: Popular Baby Names Meaning 'Gentle'

Baby Names Meaning 'Gentle' are a beautiful blend of cultural values and traditions. In addition to being deeply meaningful, they carry stories of heritage and hopes for the future. Our infographic below shares some charming choices that are distinct, elegant, and timeless. Explore the list to find a name that would be an added gem to your child's shining personality. Share this infographic with other expecting parents and help them find a rare jewel for their children.

Baby Names Meaning 'Gentle'(infographic)

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