339 Baby Names Meaning 'Heaven'

Heavenly inspirations that shine with purity and peace.

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Does your religion or culture believe in the concept of heaven? If yes, then names that mean ‘heaven’ will hold special significance for you. The mere mention of the term heaven conjures up visions of a vast place with a peaceful vibe. It is magical and peaceful and is usually associated with sanctity and a divine presence. Around the world, many cultures have names that carry the concept of heaven. As heaven is often equated with the sky or even the universe, names with such connotations are also used interchangeably with names that mean heaven. Over the centuries, these names have been adapted into several languages.

Heaven itself is a popular English first name for girls. It means ‘paradise’ and is derived from an Old English word that means ‘sky.’ Though it has such ancient roots, it has gained noticeable traction only in recent years. Celeste is another feminine English name meaning ‘heaven.’ Derived from the Roman Latin name Caelestis, Celeste is also used in Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese with the same spelling, and in French, it is called Céleste.

Jannat, an Arabic name that means ‘paradise’ or ‘garden,’ is a popular name amongst Islam followers, while Jun-Ho is a Korean name meaning ‘talented,’ ‘bright,’ and ‘heaven.’ The Hawaiian Leilani means ‘heavenly child,’ and Pitambara from Sanskrit is a name denoting the garment of the Hindu gods. This elaborate list of names offers a glimpse into various faiths and languages, offering parents a wide array of options to choose from.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Nevaeh	Girl	Heaven
Selena	Girl	Moon, Sky; Heaven
Kailani	Girl	Sea; Sky; Heaven; The royal one
Rayan	Boy	Wise; Smart; Thinker; Watered; Luxuriant; Little king; Gate to Heaven
Cecelia	Girl	Blind; Lily of heaven
Keilani	Girl	Heaven; Sky; Glorious chief; Royal one
Remi	Boy	Oarsman; Rower; Lord consoles in me; Heaven; Sky
Celia	Girl	The one from the heaven
Avayah	Unisex	To breathe; To live; Heaven
Zyon	Unisex	Heaven; Highest point

Neveah	Girl	Heaven; Child from heaven; Bright; Radiant
Cielo	Girl	Sky; Heaven
Alya	Girl	Sky; Heaven; Loftiness; To ascend
Selina	Girl	Moon; Greek goddess of the moon; Heaven
Maleni	Unisex	Dark; Black; Sky; Heaven
Jaylani	Unisex	Sea; Ocean; Heaven
Dashiell	Boy	Lad; Heaven; Sky
Inara	Unisex	Illumination; Ray of light; Heaven sent
Cecily	Girl	Blind of beauty; Heaven
Naveah	Girl	Heaven

Jannat	Girl	A garden of Heaven; Paradise
Sora	Girl	Sky; Conch shell; Heaven; Gravel
Reyaan	Unisex	Little king; Young king; Watered; Plentiful; Heaven's gate
Jannah	Girl	Garden; Paradise; Heaven; God is gracious
Aditi	Girl	Boundless; Freedom; Security; Heaven and Earth
Lani	Girl	Sky; Heaven; Royal; Hope; Wool; Lion
Caeli	Girl	Heaven; Sky; Descendent of Caollaidhe; Of Keely
Jennah	Girl	Heaven; Yahweh is gracious; White phantom
Xion	Unisex	Citadel in the center of Jerusalem; Heaven; Tide
Ahlani	Unisex	Heaven

Rayaan	Unisex	Watered; Luxuriant; Heaven's flower
Dashel	Boy	Sky; Heaven
Talya	Girl	Ewe lamb; Heaven's dew
Seline	Girl	Moon; Greek goddess of the moon; Heaven
Saylah	Unisex	Heaven; Fairy palace; Blind
Paradise	Unisex	Heaven; The garden of Eden
Jaylanie	Unisex	Victory; Heaven; Sky; Royalty
Viha	Girl	Heaven; The sky; Air
Salina	Girl	Heaven; Light; Moon
Aolani	Girl	Cloud; Heaven; Sky

Leilana	Girl	A flower that grows in heaven; Royal child; Majesty
Mylani	Girl	My heaven; Gentle caress
Semira	Girl	Companion in evening talk; Highest heaven;
Elya	Boy	My God is Yahweh; Eagle; Sky; Heaven
Taliya	Girl	Gentle dew from heaven; By the water; To blossom; Dew from God
Angelise	Girl	A messenger; Angels of God; Sent from heaven
Kaylanie	Unisex	Sea; Heaven
Celena	Girl	Moon; Heaven
Nevayah	Unisex	Heaven
Laiba	Girl	Angel of heaven; Prettiest Woman in all the heavens

Thien	Boy	Sky; Heaven
Talaya	Girl	Dew from heaven; Flower
Urvi	Girl	Our mother earth; Wide; River; Heaven; Substantial
Zyonna	Girl	A Jewish homeland; Heaven
Eshal	Girl	Flower in the Heaven; Purity
Divit	Boy	To shine; Heaven; Reaching for the sky; Immortal
Miraal	Girl	Deer; Angel of heaven
Rayana	Girl	Watered; Luxuriant; Heaven's gate
Rayn	Boy	Gate of heaven; Queen; Pure
Ciel	Girl	Sky; Heaven

Raiyan	Unisex	Watered; Luxuriant; Heaven's gate
Zyron	Boy	Jewish homeland; Heaven; Place of the cow sheds; Well born
Salena	Girl	Moon; Heaven
Zelina	Girl	Life of Zeus; Heaven; Zeal
Inarah	Girl	Ray of light; Heaven sent
Zelia	Girl	Eager; Ardent; Heaven
Ama	Girl	Child born on Saturday; Heaven; Beloved; Vigorous; Sky; God of fertility and rain; Wet nurse; Grandmother; Dark one
Amara	Boy	Immortal being; Blessed with eternal life; Grace and gracious; Sky and to smile; Heaven and virtuous; Bitter
Ciela	Girl	Sky; Heaven
Rayann	Girl	Watered; Plentiful; Heaven's flower; Luxuriant

Raayan	Unisex	Watered; Luxuriant; Plentiful; Heaven's flower
Cielle	Girl	Sky; Heaven
Kailany	Unisex	Sea and sky; Ocean and heaven
Kahealani	Girl	The call of heaven, The heavenly mist
Kylani	Unisex	Heaven; Sky; Ocean; Sea
Talyah	Girl	Dew from God; Heaven's dew
Juneau	Boy	Young; Queen of heaven
Kailum	Boy	Heaven; Sky
Caelia	Girl	Heaven
Lalani	Unisex	Royal child of heaven; Heavenly lei

Aether	Unisex	Ether; Heaven
Loni	Girl	Noble and ready; Strength; Heaven; Sky; Royalty; Lion
Naveya	Girl	Heaven
Avisha	Unisex	Not poisonous; Protecting; Ocean; Heaven; Gift from God
Shashwat	Boy	Continuous; Eternal; Perpetual; Heaven; Sun
Angelli	Girl	God sent from heaven
Araf	Unisex	Borderland between Heaven and Hell; Slow
Nevaya	Unisex	Heaven
Havannah	Girl	Heaven; A variant spelling of Havanna
Divij	Boy	One who appeared from heaven; Dearly loved

Ether	Boy	Jaredite prophet and record keeper; Heaven
Orlondo	Boy	Rainy season, showers from the heaven
Rayane	Unisex	Watered; Luxuriant; Heaven's gate
Okalani	Girl	Heaven; Heavenly child
Janah	Girl	Garden; Paradise; Heaven; God is gracious
Kelina	Girl	Heaven; Wolf; Noble
Neviah	Girl	One who can foretell the future; Bright; Radiant; Heaven; Snow
Sahalie	Girl	The sky; The High heaven
Caellum	Boy	Heaven; Sky; Chisel
Aroosh	Unisex	Angel of heaven

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Heaven is associated with positive attributes such as purity, eternal joy, divinity, radiance, and liberation. Hence, names that mean ‘heaven’ are quite popular among new-age parents. These names have found a place in all countries and languages through religion and culture. While they have ancient theological and linguistic roots, these names are still used in modern times. They may have linguistic variations, but the essence remains the same. Parents may choose these names with the hope that the child will grow up with positive values and strive to become a better person.

Infographic: Beautiful Baby Names Meaning 'Heaven'

Your baby's name is a timeless expression of your love and aspirations for their future. It is a gift that will stay with them forever and remind them of their individuality. Understanding this, our infographic below brings you some adorable Baby Names Meaning 'Heaven' that are distinct yet versatile. Explore them to find a beautiful name that best suits your preferences. Share this infographic with other soon-to-be moms and dads to help them choose an adorable title for their children.

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