1667 Baby Names That Mean 'Light'

Light, a fundamental force of nature, is often associated with positivity and clarity. Baby names that mean ‘light’ are sought by parents as they are considered symbols of warmth and brightness. Across cultures, light is connected to knowledge and truth. Even in different sacred texts, religion is often referred to as a ‘guiding light’ that sets people on the right path (1). Hence, light-inspired names are prevalent in various cultures across the globe. For instance, the short feminine name Nora, which means ‘light’ in Irish, stands apart from other names because of its elegance and simplicity. Meanwhile, the Latin masculine name Lucas means ‘bringer of light’ and has been popular for decades because of its deep spiritual connection. Fire-themed names can be versatile and can find their roots in different languages. For instance, the feminine name Elena, meaning ‘light,’ comes from Greek, Roman, and Mexican cultures, while the masculine name Luciano, also meaning ‘light,’ has its roots in Portuguese, Spanish, and Italian languages. Light possesses the power to eradicate darkness. Hence, many parents believe that these names can fill their children's lives with hope and optimism. We understand the importance of these names, so we have created a list of light-inspired names you may want to consider for your little one. Have a look.

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Name		Gender	Meaning
Lucas		Boy	Bringer of light; From Lucania; Light
Nora		Girl	Light; Bright; Honor; Dignity; Victorious
Ellie		Girl	God is my light; My God is an oath; Torch
Luke		Boy	Bringer of light; From Lucania; Light
Luca		Boy	Bringer of light; From Lucania; Light
Elena		Girl	Torch; Shining light
Raelynn		Girl	Ewe; Beam of light; Counsel; Protection; Lake
Luka		Boy	From Lucania; Light
Elliana		Girl	My God has answered; Sun; Light of favor
Lucia		Girl	Light
Norah		Girl	Light; Bright; Honor; Dignity
Alaina		Girl	Little rock; Handsome; Torch; Shining light; Moon
Lukas		Boy	Illumination; Light
Lainey		Girl	Torch; Bright light
Lucille		Girl	Light; To shine
Lena		Girl	Torch; Bright shining light; Of Magdala; Tower
Elle		Girl	She; Goddess; Beautiful; Sunray; Light
Elianna		Girl	Bright shining light; Sun
Raelyn		Girl	Ewe; Beam of light; Counsel; Protection
Kira		Girl	Throne; Lord; Young; Humiliator of the enemy; Sunbeam; Ray of light; Sparkling
Apollo		Boy	Greek Sun God; Strength; Father lion; Father light
Luciana		Girl	Light; Illumination
Luciano		Boy	Light; Shining
Helen		Girl	Warm; Moon; To shine; Light; Sun
Alora		Girl	God is light; Dreamer; Shining brightness; Bay tree
Lucca		Boy	Bringer of light; Marshy
Elaine		Girl	Torch; Light; Moon; My God has answered me
Uriel		Boy	God is my light; An archangel
Helena		Girl	Torch; Shining light
Asa		Boy	Physician; Healer; Goddess; Morning; Child of light
Aleena		Girl	Torch; Shining light; Fair; Delicate; Noble; Bright
Lucian		Boy	Light; Illumination
Megan		Girl	Pearl; Child of light
Raylan		Boy	Counselor; Beam of light; Rye land
Ellianna		Girl	My God has answered; Sun; Light of favor
Aileen		Girl	Light; Torch; Corposant; Moon; Little bird
Uriah		Boy	God is my light; My light is Yahweh
Rayden		Boy	Ray of light; Advice; Counselor; Wise protector; Little fire; Thunder
Alena		Girl	Torch; Corposant; Tower; Ray of light; Moon
Ray		Boy	Wise; Counsel; Decision; Beam of light
Leanna		Girl	Light; To twine around; Bright
Ayleen		Girl	Bright; Shining light; Halo of the moon
Elina		Girl	Bright light
Eleanora		Girl	The other Aenor; Shining light
Abner		Boy	Father of light; My father is a light; Enlightener; God is my light
Raylynn		Unisex	Beam of light; Ewe
Lenora		Girl	Light; The other Aenor
Raylee		Girl	Ray of light; Advice; Counselor; Wise protector
Lux		Boy	Light; Famous warrior
Meir		Boy	Bright one; Giving light
Lucien		Boy	Light; To shine; Glow
Elani		Girl	Light; Shining; Pacesetter
Ziva		Girl	Radiance; Light; Brilliance; Brightness; Light of God; Lively woman; Alive; Living
Eleni		Girl	Torch; Shining light
Elan		Boy	Oak tree; Torch; Light; Beautiful orchid
Lucius		Boy	Light
Lucie		Girl	Light; Illumination
Ally		Girl	Light; Truth; Of a noble kind; Defender of mankind
Diya		Girl	Radiance; Light; Lamp; Splendor
Kiran		Boy	Sunrays; Beam of light; Dust; Thread; Black; Dark; Dark-haired
Nelly		Girl	Shining light; Most beautiful woman; Corposant; Moon;
Inara		Unisex	Illumination; Ray of light; Heaven sent
Raeleigh		Unisex	Meadow for deer; Red clearing; Beam of light
Lucinda		Girl	Light
Lucio		Boy	Light; From Lucania
Neriah		Girl	Lamp of Yahweh; Lord is my light
Meyer		Boy	Bringing Light; Leader; Mayor; Farmer; Landlord
Elana		Girl	Shining one; Bright light
Kyran		Boy	Beam of light; Black
Javian		Unisex	Sky; Shine; Light of the spirit
Rayla		Girl	Beam of light; Terabinth tree; Beam of light; Goddess; Wise protector
Ahaan		Boy	Dawn; First ray of light
Laniyah		Girl	A light that is found within
Mayer		Boy	Mayor; Leader; Giving light
Leora		Girl	I have light; Light unto me; My light; Light is mine
Ayansh		Boy	Ray of light; Part of parents; God's gift
Zia		Unisex	Sweat; Swelling; Shine; Splendor; Light; Glow
Cindy		Girl	Woman from Cynthus; Light; From Mount Kynthos
Daenerys		Girl	Lady of light; Lady of hope
Sanaa		Girl	Brilliance; Radiance; Splendour; Work of art; Shining light
Urijah		Boy	God is my light
Eliora		Girl	My God is my light
Nour		Girl	Light
Abbie		Girl	May father is joy; He rejoices; My father is light
Alyna		Girl	Light; Bright; Noble; Soft; Tender
Lucah		Unisex	From Lucania; Light
Ziya		Unisex	Light; Glow
Lucifer		Boy	Bearer of light
Cianna		Girl	Ancient; Enduring one; Light; God is gracious
Ellia		Girl	Torch; Shining light; Other; My God is Yahweh
Aahan		Boy	Day; First ray of light
Lucianna		Girl	Light
Noriel		Unisex	Light of God; Fire of God
Luci		Girl	Light; Illumination
Ziyah		Unisex	Light; Glow; Splendor
Luc		Boy	From Lucania; Light
Lior		Boy	My light
Hellen		Girl	Torch; Sunray; Shining light 60
Mishka		Unisex	Who is like God; Gift of God; Gift of love; Niche for light
Leonora		Girl	God is my light; Light; Bright; The other Aenor; Shining; Light; Torch

Names that mean ‘light’ have been in use for a long time. Parents admire and love these names because of their association with hope and positivity. Choosing a light name for your child can be a great way to inspire them to be passionate in life. It can also act as a guiding force whenever they feel lost. This list offers names from various languages, so if you choose one from a foreign language, learn the correct pronunciation to prevent any confusion or embarrassment for your child.