299 Baby Names Meaning 'Golden'

Shining name options for the little shining star.

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Gold is a valuable and beautiful metal admired in many cultures. Baby names that mean ‘golden’ hold special meaning for parents because they carry positive connotations. Since gold represents treasure and wealth, names with this meaning are often linked to prosperity and good fortune. Sometimes, they may also represent an ideal form of something.

For instance, the masculine name Arian, which means ‘golden life’ in Albanian, emphasizes the beauty of living well. Similarly, a lovely feminine name, Aurelia, means ‘the golden one’ in Latin. Parents often choose this name to show their daughter how special she is to them. Some names also highlight nature's beauty. For example, the Japanese name Kimora means ‘golden meadow,’ reminding us of nature's splendor. The names Marigold and Crisanto come from different origins, but both mean ‘golden flower,’ representing the bright beauty of nature. Meanwhile, names like Orville, meaning ‘golden town,’ and Aubryn, meaning ‘golden hill,’ highlight various ways gold can represent places of value and prosperity in different cultures.

Names that mean ‘golden’ have existed for centuries and have been passed down from generation to generation. But they continue to be relevant in the modern world. If you like such names, have a look at the list below. We have collected golden-themed names from different cultures to give you a wide range of baby names.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Ariana	Girl	Most holy; Golden life; Noble; Aryan
Aurelia	Girl	Golden; Gilded; The golden one
Arian	Boy	Noble; Educated; Golden life; Ram
Kimora	Girl	Tree; Wood; Town; Village; Golden meadow; From the meadow
Marigold	Girl	Golden flower
Aura	Girl	Breeze; Soft wind; Golden
Aurelio	Boy	Golden; The golden one
Arely	Girl	Lion of God; Hero; Gilded; Golden; God's voice
Zhavia	Girl	Golden one; New house
Aurelius	Boy	The golden one; Gilded

Aiza	Girl	Living; Rock; Stone; Golden moon; Visitor; Seat of love; Ravine
Zari	Unisex	Golden; Shining; Brilliant
Arjan	Boy	From Hadria; Procuring; Earning; Acquiring; Gaining; Golden life
Auria	Girl	Gold; Golden; Gilded
Zarina	Unisex	Golden; Gold; Empress
Talayah	Girl	Golden ray of the sun
Orla	Girl	Golden princess
Auriella	Girl	Golden; Lion of God
Midas	Boy	Golden touch
Aurielle	Girl	Golden

Orianna	Girl	Gold; Rising sun; The golden one; Daughter of the light/fire
Aurie	Unisex	Golden; Gold
Auburn	Girl	Reddish-brown; Golden; Fair; Blonde
Sonali	Girl	Golden
Kimaya	Girl	Alchemy; A golden goose; Sleight of hand; Magic
Aubryn	Girl	Elf ruler of the hill; Golden hill; Golden meadow
Kior	Unisex	Golden
Auriel	Unisex	Golden; God is my light; Fire-strife
Aarika	Girl	Beautiful; Lovely; Beautiful water lily; Golden; Gilded
Nira	Girl	Plowed field; Near; Lightweight fabric; Golden eye; Grebe; Juice

Arjen	Boy	From Hadria; Noble; Golden life
Orville	Boy	Town or city filled with golden treasuries
Aurea	Girl	Golden; Soft wind
Zlata	Girl	Golden
Zareen	Unisex	Golden; Made of gold
Aurelian	Boy	Golden; Gilded
Arlind	Unisex	Golden birth; Born from gold
Gilford	Boy	Golden ford
Aurelie	Girl	Golden-haired; Gilded; Golden
Loa	Girl	Golden plover; Famous in battle; Laurel; From Laurentum; Ancestor's descendant

Aury	Girl	Breeze; Golden; Gilded
Oralia	Girl	Golden
Altan	Boy	Golden; Red Dawn
Zuhaib	Boy	Piece of gold; Golden
Chavez	Boy	Golden; Yellow-haired
Rosaura	Girl	Golden rose
Orie	Boy	Cherry Blossom; To Pray; Golden City
Arta	Unisex	Golden; Good; Pious; Bear king
Zarianna	Girl	Golden; Dawn; Star
Flavia	Girl	Golden; Yellow-haired

Soniya	Unisex	Darling; Golden; Lovely
Oriah	Unisex	Golden
Tahari	Unisex	Golden dawn or morning sunlight
Aurelien	Boy	Golden-haired; Golden
Dorrell	Boy	Dark-browed; Golden; Adorable
Leart	Boy	Golden
Arelia	Girl	Golden; Gilded
Myana	Unisex	The golden myna; Will helmet
Zarin	Unisex	Golden; Made of gold
Zerina	Unisex	Golden

Armend	Boy	Golden intelligence; Golden mind
Aralia	Girl	Golden; Gilded
Aubrynn	Girl	A person who sits on the Golden hill
Oriane	Girl	Gold; Flower; Rising sun; The golden one
Chrysa	Girl	Golden flower
Orlaith	Girl	Golden princess
Rella	Girl	To admire; Star; Golden; Gilded
Zarren	Boy	Golden ruler
Arlinda	Girl	Golden birth; Foreigner; Pledge; Beautiful
Ardit	Boy	A golden day

Artan	Boy	Bear king; Golden
Crisanto	Boy	Golden flower
Cressida	Girl	Golden
Auric	Boy	Gold; Golden; All powerful ruler; Noble leader
Chrysander	Boy	Golden man
Hetal	Girl	Gold; Golden
Besart	Boy	Golden oath
Xanthe	Girl	Golden; Yellow
Oria	Girl	Golden; My light is God
Zarena	Girl	Golden; Female monarch

Sarine	Unisex	Princess; Golden
Aryahi	Girl	Most holy; Aryan; Noble; Golden life
Myna	Unisex	Golden Myna; Songbird; Will helmet
Lavanna	Unisex	Golden; Yahweh is gracious
Eldora	Girl	Golden; Gilded
Zaren	Unisex	Golden
Zalina	Unisex	Golden
Zarinah	Girl	Golden; Made of gold
Zaryn	Unisex	Golden; Made of gold
Zerin	Boy	Golden

Orlagh	Girl	Golden princess
Aureliana	Girl	Golden
Chrissa	Girl	Golden flower; Follower of Christ
Loah	Unisex	Golden plover; Famous in battle
Cressa	Girl	Golden; Profit; Wealth
Zareena	Unisex	Golden; Bright; Brilliant; Shining
Sonal	Girl	Golden
Aerian	Unisex	Nobel; Golden; From Hadria
Ardita	Girl	The one who is bold; A golden day
Arminda	Girl	Golden mind; Army person; Universal; Lead the way

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Baby names that mean ‘golden’ are special for parents as they associate these names with prosperity and wealth. When parents choose a golden-themed name for their child, they want the name to attract a bright, prosperous, and successful future for their child. Some parents pick such names to depict how precious their children are to them. If you, too, want your child to feel special, then pick one of these names that will make them feel loved and cherished.

Infographic: Meaningful Baby Names Meaning 'Golden'

If you seek exquisite baby names that are creative, culturally significant, and impactful, check out our infographic below. It features some charming

that would fit diverse preferences. Each name on the list is unique and deeply meaningful. Explore them to find a name that celebrates your child's individuality and reflects your dreams and aspirations for them.

Baby Names Meaning 'Golden'(infographic)

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