54 Baby Names Meaning 'Passion'

Names to ignite your little one’s future.

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Names that mean ‘passion’ leave a lasting impression from the moment one hears them. Full of energy and emotion, these names convey a strong or intense desire. As passion is a universally acknowledged idea, it can be said that names with this meaning are found in several cultures. People have adapted such names into every language to make it their own. This also shows how passion drives people all over the world. Parents who want their child’s name to reflect the deep significance of passion might consider these names.

The name Neil might sound modern and gentle. But, in reality, it has Old Celtic roots and means ‘fury’ and ‘passion.’ It may also be related to the Old Irish word nia, which means ‘hero.’ Niall, Neal, Nigel, Nyla, and Niles are the spelling variants of the name in several other languages. In English, Passion is used as a first name for girls. It is related to the phrase “Passion of Christ,” which describes the suffering of Jesus. It has Latin origins and is also used with minor spelling variations in other languages, such as Spanish.

Other languages worldwide also have names that mean ‘passion.’ Rasik in Hindi, Aistre in Lithuanian, Jou in Japanese, and Tutku in Turkish are some examples. Irish mythology also boasts of names like Étaín and Étan, which shows how far back these names go.

Parents may choose names that mean ‘passion’ for various reasons, such as encouragement or religion.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Nyla	Girl	Passion; Fury; Hero; Cloud
Nylah	Girl	Achiever; Fury or passion; Hero; Cloud
Neil	Boy	Champion; Cloud; Passion; VIctory
Nile	Boy	Fury; Passion; Cloud; Hero; Victory of the people; River; Champion
Nigel	Boy	Hero; Dark-haired; Black; Cloud; Fury; Passion
Nyle	Boy	Champion or hero; Fury or passion; Cloud
Niles	Boy	Fury; Passion; Cloud; Hero
Nyles	Boy	Champion or hero; Fury or passion; Cloud
Nylan	Unisex	Fury; Passion; Hero; Cloud
Neilan	Boy	Champion; Cloud; Passion; VIctory

Anurag	Boy	Love; Attachment; Affection; Devotion; Loyalty; Passion; Adoring; Friendly
Vyla	Unisex	Island; Night; Gracious; Fury; Passion; Hero
Anuraag	Boy	Love; Attachment; Affection; Devotion; Loyalty; Passion; Adoring; Friendly
Tenille	Girl	Passion; Hero
Naylan	Unisex	Fury; Passion; Hero; Cloud
Nayleen	Girl	Hero; Passion; Cloud
Nigil	Unisex	Dark; Black-haired; Furry; Passion; Hero
Naiel	Unisex	Attainer; Passion; Hero
Shaneil	Unisex	Yahweh is gracious; Fury; Passion; Hero; Cloud;
Nigella	Girl	Hero; Dark-haired; Black; Cloud; Fury; Passion

Aideen	Girl	Jealousy; Passion
Edana	Girl	Jealousy; Passion; Fire
Zeel	Girl	Lake; Enthusiasm and passion
Awesh	Boy	Passion; Josh in Hindi
Kameshwar	Boy	One with full control over passion, his wishes and desires; God of desires and wishes
Kameshwary	Boy	One with full control over passion, his wishes and desires; God of desires and wishes
Kameswar	Boy	One who has full control over passion, wishes, and desires; God of desires and wishes
Manyu	Boy	Passion; Sacrifice; Courage; Epithet of Lord Shiva
Moh	Boy	Love; Infatuation; Passion; Snare of worldly illusion
Raga	Girl	Musical rhythm; Coloring; Elegant orchid; Body; Passion; Attachment

Rajasi	Unisex	Full of passion; Worthy of a king; One of the many names of Goddess Durga
Rasik	Boy	Full of Passion
Aapeksha	Girl	The act of showing passion; Being passionate; Act of waiting
Analaa	Girl	Master of a fiery personality; Burning passion
Angaja	Boy	A daughter of Aja; Born of passion; God of love
Anilsakha	Boy	One who has fire and passion in heart
Ankati	Boy	Fire; a person filled with passion
Araga	Boy	Unique; Cool; Without passion
Arlig	Boy	Having spiritual insights, great sense and passion
Auhna	Girl	A passion for something

Elflet	Girl	A lovable person; beautiful and full of passion
Jawsa	Girl	Love and passion
Kaamna	Girl	Passion or Desire
Kamuka	Boy	One who has a passion
Neill	Girl	Fury; Passion; Hero; Cloud; Victory; Champion
Nele	Girl	Horn; Fury; Passion; Cloud; Hero
Nialla	Girl	Fury; Passion; Cloud; Hero
Oormila	Girl	The waves of passion, passionate girl
Urmila	Girl	Waves of passion; Billow; Humble; Enchantress
Ferwa	Girl	Passion; Fondness; Desire or longing

Dong-Yul	Boy	One having the passion of the east
Hashiki	Girl	Passion
Wajdi	Boy	Passion and love
Etain	Girl	Jealous; Passion

Being passionate can unlock various opportunities and avenues. Parents may prefer such names as they may serve as constant reminders for the children to pursue what their hearts truly want. Therefore, names that mean ‘passion’ are considered great choices for new parents. These names are found in different cultures, languages, and even religions. Pick a name that goes well with your surname or the child’s middle name.

Infographic: Adorable Baby Names Meaning 'Passion'

Finding the right name for your child can be tricky. From choosing the starting letter to deciding on the meaning, parents might find the process overwhelming. That’s where our baby name list comes in! You can look at diverse names from different cultures and languages to find one that appeals to you. This infographic covers a few popular Baby Names Meaning 'Passion' that you can consider. Check it out!

Baby Names Meaning 'Passion'(infographic)

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