85 Baby Names Meaning 'Guide'

Let your child be the guiding light illuminating lives.

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Everyone requires guidance at some point in life. Names that mean 'guide' symbolize support and direction one needs to gain clarity in times of uncertainty. They represent the wisdom and leadership qualities that help individuals navigate challenges. Parents may choose these names, hoping their children will grow into wise individuals who will direct, empower, or inspire others to make wise decisions.

Dalila, meaning 'guide' in Arabic, is a beautiful name representing wise direction and nurturing support. Hadi is another Arabic name with the same meaning. It is associated with someone who offers wise counsel.

Some names might translate to something other than 'guide' but convey the idea of advice or guided support. For example, Anvi, a Sanskrit name meaning 'to be guided by,' represents the idea of someone wise and helpful. Guru, another name with Sanskrit roots, means 'instructor' or 'teacher.' It is a highly respected name in Hindu culture, referring to esteemed teachers who provide wise direction.

Over the years, names meaning 'guide' have gained popularity among parents. From their deep meaning to distinct euphony and diverse origins, they make a great choice for parents seeking a dynamic name for their child. If qualities of guidance and its associated traits resonate with you, look at the list below for charming baby names that might suit your little one.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Hadi	Boy	Leader; Guide
Dalila	Girl	Delicate; Guide; Weak; Languishing
Kanen	Boy	Guide; A friend
Hadiya	Girl	Leader; Guide
Haadi	Unisex	Guide; Leader
Anvit	Boy	Leader; Guide; People of nation; Followed; Pursued; Construed; Connected with
Abdulhadi	Boy	Servant of the guide
Nayra	Unisex	Eye; Early; Black; Dark; To guide; Bright; Radiant
Manar	Girl	One whose light is the guide to others; Beacon
Hadiyah	Girl	Guide to righteousness; Gift from Allah; Blessing of God; Offered by Allah

Torah	Girl	To guide or to teach; The holy book of Jews
Raed	Boy	Pioneer; Pathfinder; Leader; Guide
Guru	Unisex	Teacher; Guide; Expert
Vinayak	Unisex	Leader; Guide; A remover of obstacles
Hedi	Girl	Battle; War; Leader; Guide; My echo
Raahil	Boy	One who departs for a journey; Traveler; Guide; Ewe
Dron	Boy	Guide; Savior; Learned sage
Hadya	Girl	Leader; Guide
Manmeet	Boy	Friend of mind; Companion of mind; Well wisher for mind; Supporter and guide of mind
Atal	Boy	Hero; Leader; Guide; Delicate; Tender; To grow; To foster

Dalil	Boy	A guide; Mentor
Guido	Boy	Wood; Leader; Guide
Hady	Unisex	Guide
Khizr	Unisex	Green; Greenness; Guide; Leader
Haadiya	Girl	Leader; Guide
Hadie	Unisex	Guide; Leader
Adiban	Boy	Leader; Director; Guide
Agrata	Boy	Leadership; Guide and director; in-charge in command of everything
Amanar	Boy	Guide; Leader; Ruler; Protector; Chief of everything
Bharanu	Boy	Master; Friend; Guide; A derivative of the name Bharani which is a celestial star

Bharanyu	Boy	Master; Friend; Companion; Guide
Bhavanmeet	Boy	Pleasing Friend; Companion; Guide
Bhavmeet	Boy	Friend of the World; Companion and Guide of the world
Budhna	Boy	Spiritual Guide; Preachings for attaining enlightenment
Desaka	Boy	One who Directs; Ruler; Guide; Guru; Spiritual Leader
Deshak	Boy	One who Directs; Guide; Spiritual Leader; Guru
Ekarishi	Boy	One Rishi; One Saint; One Guru; One Spiritual guide
Gurdave	Boy	God in the form of Guru; Divinity of the spiritual guide; A variant of Gurdev
Gurdev	Boy	Almighty God; God in the form of Guru; Divinity of the spiritual guide
Gurudeva	Boy	God in the form of Guru; Divinity of the spiritual guide; A variant of Gurdev

Hadee	Boy	Guiding to the Right; Director; Guide; A variant of Hadi
Mahantesh	Boy	Great; Having a great soul; Religious superior; Spiritual guide
Mahanth	Boy	Great soul; God; Spiritual guide
Manvay	Boy	Good Friend; Companion; Well Wisher; Supporter and Guide
Aaseemah	Girl	The person having the spirit to protect and guide others
Abdul-haady	Boy	A person who has a duty to serve the guide
Abdul-hadi	Boy	Servant of the guide
Abdulhaady	Boy	A servant of the one who correctly guide on right way
Abdulrasheed	Boy	Servant of the one who correctly guide
Aelfgiuee	Girl	A guide of mystical powers

Aubeidulla	Boy	A noble son; learned person; a guide
Daleela	Girl	A Guide
Ghuruvaran	Boy	One that is a guide or gives advice
Godit	Girl	The one who loves adventure and independence. Guide, lead and direct others to help them.
Godman	Boy	To Shine; To shine and to guide others
Guidlovius	Boy	The person who can guide a group or a community
Gurmukh-Gurnam	Boy	One who protects, guide and leads others
Gurmukhnihal	Boy	One who protects, guide and leads others
Gurnaad	Boy	One who protects, guide and leads others; One who is the leader
Hadia	Girl	Leader; Guide

Hedayat	Boy	Guide
Hedia	Girl	Leader; Guide
Hidiyah	Girl	Guide to righteousness
Judamah	Girl	Companion; Guide
Lodema	Girl	Guide; The one who shows the way
Lodima	Girl	A guide
Lodyma	Girl	Guide; Escort; Occupational name for a pilot
Nabijah	Girl	A motivating and bold guide
Nantai	Boy	Leader; Guide
Nashira	Boy	The lucky one; Bearer of good news; Supporter; Helper; Guide

Nayat	Boy	A guide; One who guides
Pranetra	Girl	One who is a guide; Creator of things and a leader of the men
Rahan	Boy	To guide; To be a leader
Rahbar	Boy	Guide; Leader
Raidah	Girl	Leader; Guide
Sahila	Girl	A guide; Light
Satgur	Boy	A true guide
Siwardus	Boy	To guide with one's victories
Azacca	Boy	The spirit guide of agriculture
Godsguide	Boy	God will guide

Kplorm	Boy	Guide me
Alhaadi	Boy	Guide
Kurihi	Boy	Guide, lead away
Haadiyah	Unisex	Leader; Guide
Rayed	Boy	Leader; Pioneer; Guide; Pathfinder

A guide is someone who counsels or leads others in making wise decisions. Names that mean 'guide' represent the spirit of mentoring, making them an attractive choice for parents worldwide. From in-depth understanding and knowledge to patience, adaptability, and problem-solving acumen, a guide represents the blend of all the qualities one needs to handle challenges. Parents often pick names that mean guide, hoping their children will embody the qualities their name implies. The list above offers many worthwhile choices if you seek a name that signifies a blend of expertise and emotional intelligence.

Infographic: Attractive Baby Names Meaning 'Guide'

Baby Names Meaning 'Guide' are significant and exquisite. They carry an inherent sense of charm that's almost impossible to ignore. Our infographic below shares several options that fit diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds. Explore the list and pick a name that resonates with you. Remember, your baby's name is integral to their identity, so choose a name that best complements their personality.

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