52 Baby Names Meaning 'Hawk'

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Hawks are remarkable birds that symbolize strength, courage, and clarity of insight. That may be why names that mean 'hawk' are admired across cultures. Hawks are known for their sharp vision, heightened awareness, intense focus, and resilience. Their notable associations in mythology and spirituality further add to their charm. Parents might pick names that mean or symbolize hawk, hoping their children will also imbibe qualities that would set them apart.

In many Native cultures, hawks symbolize might, grace, power, freedom, and valor. Even today, several names mean 'hawk' in Native languages. Lautaro in Mapuche, Acuauh in Nahuatl, Chaytan in Sioux, and Liluye in Miwok are well-known examples that sound unique and attractive.

Names associated with hawks are also rooted in the Bible and mythology. The name Ajah comes from the Bible and has Hebrew origins. Meanwhile, Circe and Hierax from Greek mythology and Gwalchmai from Welsh mythology are some examples that emerge from ancient myths and legends.

In many cultures, hawks are seen as guides or spiritual messengers. They are believed to bring wisdom or act as a source of guidance facilitating transition. In a broader sense, they are viewed as a symbol of change, highlighting the ability to adapt.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Marlon	Boy	Little hawk; Mars; Dedicated to Mars; Male; Little warlike one
Hawkins	Boy	A person with a Hawk like appearance; Fierce; Hawk; Horsemen; Lord; Brown
Chayton	Boy	The mighty falcon; Hawk
Astoria	Girl	Hawk
Circe	Girl	Sorceress; Bird; Hawk
Shaheen	Boy	Falcon, Hawk
Gaven	Boy	Hawk; God-send; Hawk field
Astor	Boy	Hawk
Shahin	Boy	He is like a hawk or falcon
Jiyana	Unisex	The gray-lined hawk; Life

Galvin	Boy	Glowing; Descendant of the bright, fair one; Hawk field
Gavan	Boy	White hawk
Shahbaz	Boy	King's falcon; Royal falcon or hawk; King of the eagles
Falco	Boy	Hawk; Falcon
Gevin	Unisex	Hawk
Marlan	Boy	A little hawk
Kawan	Unisex	Hawk; Falcon
Lautaro	Boy	Swift hawk
Shaylah	Girl	Daughter of the Mountain; Hawk-like; Majestic; Courteous
Cersei	Girl	Hawk

Baize	Unisex	Flacon; Hawk
Gawain	Boy	Hawk; God-send; Hawk field
Io	Unisex	Moon; Cry of a Hawk; Reliable emperor
Lolani	Unisex	Royal hawk
Shayda	Girl	Majestic; Favorable; Learned; Hawk-like; In love
Taka	Girl	Hawk
Helo	Girl	Hawk
Agravaine	Boy	Knight of the Round Table; Brother of the hawk
Chaytan	Boy	A patient, diplomatic, and gentle individual; Like a hawk
Chetanzi	Unisex	A yellow Hawk

Gauwyn	Boy	Variant of Gawain; White hawk
Gavin	Unisex	Son of the smith; White hawk; Hawk field
Gavina	Girl	White hawk; Grove of bilberry bushes; Seagull
Gavyn	Unisex	White falcon; White hawk
Gawaine	Boy	A kind of bird hawk which is white in color
Gawanna	Boy	One who is like a hawk
Gawen	Boy	White colored bird; Hawk which is used as a weapon in the battle field
Gawyn	Boy	White hawk
Gurbaj	Boy	The hawk of the guru
Gwayn	Boy	Hawk used as part of fight

Haisam	Boy	Strong man; Young hawk; Falcon
Hawke	Girl	Hawk; Predatory bird
Hawkley	Boy	hawk
Liluye	Girl	Soaring singing hawk
Pyttel	Boy	A hawk-like person
Shannit	Girl	A hawk-like woman
Shea	Unisex	Admirable; Fine; Good; Learned; Favorable; Hawk-like; Fairy palace
Kawa	Boy	Hawk; Falcon
Iolany	Girl	An exalted hawk
Kahu	Girl	Harrier; Hawk; Cloak

Haukr	Boy	Hawk
Cetan	Boy	Hawk

Hawks are magnificent birds known for their tenacity, fortitude, and sharpness. From Native Americans to Greeks and Egyptians, almost all cultures admire hawks for their distinct qualities. If you are considering names that mean 'hawk,' explore the above list to find exquisite choices that transcend times and traditions. These names honor hawks and carry a hidden hope that the bearer will soar through the skies of opportunity with clarity, determination, and passion.

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