668 Elegant Baby Names Meaning Grace

Pick the most beautiful definition of grace from across cultures.

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Parents often select baby names that reflect the personality traits they desire for their children. Among all these traits, grace is one of the most popular. Baby names meaning grace have always been in vogue, regardless of the language. Grazie in German, Grazia in Italian, Gracia in Spanish, and Grâce in French; grace has several variations and meanings. It can mean mercy, charm, elegance, beauty, harmony, or divine love. Today, its simplest definition would be the experience of gratitude, awe, and love when one is in perfect harmony with oneself and others. Besides, grace also implies being protected by a divine force. It is the freedom that arises when you begin to realize that life is a gift you must value. Grace is like a particular favor from a higher power that humans do not have to earn. It's a gift given with no expectation of receiving anything in return. The word grace is derived from the Greek word charis, which signifies 'God's favor’ (1). The plural form of this is Charites, which represents the Three Graces of Ancient Greek mythology. In Hesiod’s Theogony, they are Aglaea, who personifies radiance; Euphrosyne, who brings Joy; and Thalia, who symbolizes flowering. The Graces are masters of dancing, singing, and poetry; together, they represent charm, beauty, and grace (2). The word grace appears approximately 150 times in the Bible, demonstrating its importance in faith. Christians are often known to say grace before their meals; they also speak of being saved by God’s grace. Nature offers symbols of grace in flowers, animals, and colors. The color of lavender reflects grace, while the lotus represents beauty and goodness. Swans, doves, and peacocks represent grace through their elegance and pride. Your Grace is also an honorific title for a Duke, Archbishop, or Duchess, which links the word to nobility. Thus, the concept of grace is universal. If you want inspiration for baby names meaning grace, we have listed some of the most beautiful ones below, suitable for your little one.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Hannah	Girl	Grace; Favor; God has favored me
Arabella	Girl	Lovable; Invokable; Yielding to prayer; Beautiful grace
Annie	Girl	Grace; Favor
Myla	Girl	Soldier; Merciful; Grace
Ana	Girl	Favor; Grace; Merciful
Mariana	Girl	Star of the sea; Grace
Annabelle	Girl	Favored grace
Zayn	Boy	Beauty; Grace; Handsome; Excellent; Adornment
Gracelyn	Girl	Graceful lake; Grace by the lake
Zayne	Boy	God is gracious; Grace; Beauty

Kian	Boy	Ancient; Grace of God; Enduring one; King; Realm
Anya	Girl	Grace; Favored by God
Hanna	Girl	Favor; Grace; God has favored me
Anne	Girl	Grace; Favor; Eagle
Zain	Boy	Beauty; Grace
Kiaan	Boy	God's grace; Being; Existence; Essence".
Alianna	Girl	Noble grace; Holy; Torch; Sun
Marianna	Girl	Sea; Grace
Annika	Girl	Grace; Favor
Nancy	Girl	Grace; Favor; Beautiful; Chaste

Annabella	Girl	Grace; Favor; Beautiful
Ann	Girl	Grace; Favor
Annalee	Girl	God was gracious; God has shown favor; Chaste; Grace
Annette	Girl	Grace; Favor
Annabel	Girl	Lovable; Grace; Favor
Lilyanna	Girl	From the flower name Lily; Purity; Favor; Grace; My God is an oath
Amarah	Girl	Grace; Immortal; Eternal; Tribe
Anita	Girl	Grace; Favor; Mercy; Unguided
Aubri	Girl	Elf ruler's grace; Elf ruler's favor
Annelise	Girl	Grace; Favor; My God is an oath

Janiya	Girl	God's grace; Beloved
Anneliese	Girl	Grace; Favor; My God is an oath
Zaina	Girl	Beauty; Grace
Karis	Girl	Grace; Love; Kindness
Annalia	Girl	Grace; Favor
Graciela	Girl	Grace; Gratitude; Blessing
Analise	Girl	Devoted to God; Favor; Grace; My God is an oath
Annaleigh	Girl	Favo; Grace; Clearing
Zohan	Boy	Gift; Prayer; Gift of god; God's grace
Gracyn	Girl	Grace of God

Amaria	Unisex	Everlasting flower; Sparkle; Paradise; Grace; Eternal; Promised by God
Zayna	Girl	Beauty and grace; Lovely
Maryann	Girl	Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished-for child; Beloved; Love; Favor; Grace
Haris	Boy	Grace; Kindness; Plowman; Cultivator
Annmarie	Girl	Beloved; God has favored me; Bitter grace
Lillyanna	Girl	Pure; Gracious; Lily flower; My God is an oath; Favour; Grace
Anissa	Girl	Friendly; Friend; Grace; Favor
Arabelle	Girl	Lovable; Invokable; Yielding to prayer; Beautiful grace
Karissa	Girl	Very dear; Grace; Kindness
Analiyah	Girl	Favor; Grace; High; Exalted

Annalynn	Girl	Grace; Favor
Lilyann	Girl	Purity; Innocence; Grace
Annamarie	Girl	Gracious; Beloved; Bitter grace
Carissa	Girl	Grace; Kindness
Vianney	Unisex	Alive; Favor; Grace; Violet
Leanne	Girl	Grace; Favor; Clearing; Meadow
Jaxin	Unisex	Son of Jack; Son of God's grace
Anali	Girl	Fiery; Sun; Light; Favour; Grace
Annaleah	Girl	Gracious; Full of grace; Cow; Weary
Ani	Girl	Favor; Grace

Rosanna	Girl	Rose; Fame; Dew; Favor; Grace
Anabel	Girl	Lovable; Beautiful; Grace
Analeigh	Girl	Favour; Grace; Clearing
Annalyse	Girl	God's promise of grace
Leana	Girl	Weary; Cow; Favor; Grace
Hania	Girl	Favor; Grace; Pleasant; Spirit warrior
Kavin	Boy	Beautiful and handsome man; Beauty; Grace; Fairness
Annalie	Girl	My God is an oath; Grace; Favor
Evianna	Girl	To breathe; To live; Live with grace
Annalyn	Girl	Grace; Favor

Amariana	Girl	To live long; Grace; Favor
Analee	Girl	Favour; Grace; Clearing
Anja	Girl	Grace; Favor
Zeina	Girl	Grace; Beauty
Lilyanne	Girl	From the flower name Lily; Purity; Favor; Grace; My God is an oath
Eviana	Girl	To breathe; To live; Live with grace
Leeann	Girl	Clearing; Favor; Grace
Neema	Girl	Divine grace; Born during a prosperous time; Famous; Grace
Evanna	Girl	God is gracious; Graceful life; Living grace
Giulianna	Girl	Youthful; Downy-bearded; Favor; Grace

Karisma	Girl	Charisma; Personal magnetism; Grace; Kindness; Miracle
Leann	Girl	Favor; Grace; Clearing; Meadow
Amairani	Girl	Eternal; Grace; Prosperous
Charisma	Girl	A blissful person; Charm; Grace; Kindness
Ellieana	Girl	Sun; Favor or grace; God is my light
Anibal	Boy	Grace; Favor
Viana	Girl	Alive; Lively; Favor; Grace; Violet
Mannat	Girl	Wish or a vow to a deity; Grace; Favor; Praise
Kirin	Boy	Praiser; Poet; Light beam; One who praises; Sacred creature representing beauty, grace, and knowledge
Anyah	Unisex	Inexhaustible; Limitless; Favor; Grace; Caring

Anamaria	Girl	Favored grace; Wished for child; Sea of bitterness
Haniel	Unisex	God's grace; God answers
Zyanna	Girl	Favor; Grace; Adorned
Aina	Girl	Always; The only one; Grace; Favor; Scene; Sight; Mirror; Difficult birth; Elegant love; Chaste
Anny	Girl	Grace; Favor
Ridwan	Boy	Grace; Pleasure; Satisfaction
Aaniyah	Girl	Favor; Grace; Lofty; Sublime; High
Lillianne	Girl	My God is an oath; Favor; Grace
Annabell	Girl	Favored grace; Lovable; Gift of God
Annia	Girl	Favored; Grace; Compassion

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Parents seek meaningful names for their children to give them a feeling of purpose and identity. Baby names meaning grace have a distinct appeal, suggesting elegance, benevolence, and heavenly favor. These names influence how a child grows and interacts with others. A name that means grace can guide them toward kindness and empathy. By choosing a name with such a deep meaning, parents set their children up for success and inspire them to lead a virtuous, honorable life.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are a few biblical names meaning 'grace?'

The feminine names, such as Hannah, Eve, Abigail, and the masculine names, such as Ezekial, Jacob, and Aaron, are a few biblical names that signify grace and charm.

2. What are some Latin and Irish names that mean 'grace'?

Altagracia, Graça, and Gratia are Latin origin names that mean 'grace.' Rathnait is a rare Irish origin name that signifies 'grace' and 'prosperity' in Old Irish.

3. What are the Brazilian and Russian names that mean ‘grace’?

Graça is an elegant name of Portuguese and Brazilian origin that means 'grace.' Milana and its variant Milena are the feminine forms of Milan, which means 'gracious.' Anna, a classic feminine name in several languages, including Russian, also means 'grace.'

Infographic: Elegant Baby Names Meaning Grace

Just as grace adds a touch of charm to movements, these names infuse timeless charm into your child's identity. Imagine your baby with a name that reflects gentle strength and refinement. Discover the perfect name in our infographic below, adding an air of grace to your child's journey. Choose a name that resonates with your family's values and traditions.

stylish baby names that mean grace (infographic)

References

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Greek Word Studies.
https://www.logosapostolic.org/greek-word-studies/5485-charis-grace.htm
The Graces.
https://www.worldhistory.org/Graces/

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