204 Baby Names Meaning Soft

Names that can melt hearts with their profound meanings and sweet sounds.

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Last Updated on Nov 12, 2024

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In a fast-paced and competitive world, parents are increasingly seeking names that reflect values of empathy, kindness, and emotional sensitivity. Although there is no shortage of beautiful baby names meaning soft for your baby boy or girl, how do you decide which one to pick? Some amazing names have been around for years, while some are making their way to the top. But there’s a lot more to name a baby than just going for something that’s popular and sounds nice and chic. The meaning of a name is also paramount. So if you and your husband are about to welcome a little member into your family, we’d suggest you pick a name meaning soft. Softhearted people are the ones who illuminate the dark and murky world. They possess unique qualities that allow them to connect and empathize with people who are in need of kindness. These selfless beings do good for others, not for any appreciation or recognition, but out of empathy. Their compassionate nature is not limited only to fellow beings, but it is reflected in their little acts of love even to animals. It is not right to assume that soft-hearted people are weak just because they wear their hearts on their sleeves. They are aware of everything that is going on around them and their sensibility to other people’s feelings is what makes them truly unique. They remember what people have done to them, yet they forgive them over and over again because they have a beautiful heart. In a world that is harsh and cruel, inspire your little one to nurture the superpower of being soft and kind. Show your child the importance of humility, sincerity, and vulnerability by giving them a name meaning ‘soft.’ Below we have listed some names meaning soft with diverse origins and backgrounds.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Julie	Girl	Youthful; Downy-bearded; Soft hair
Linda	Girl	Beautiful; Soft; Flexible; Linden tree; to wait
Aura	Girl	Breeze; Soft wind; Golden
Layan	Girl	Soft; Delicate; Gentle; Prosperous; Resthouse
Adalina	Girl	Noble; Honorable; Gentle; Soft
Roselynn	Girl	Horse; Soft; Flexible; Rose
Belinda	Girl	Beautiful Serpent; Soft and flexible
Aleyna	Girl	To us; Gentle; Soft; Handsome; Little rock
Karmen	Girl	Fruitful orchard; Garden; Song; Charm; Voice like soft music
Maelyn	Girl	The month of May; Wished-for child; Beloved; Lake; Soft

Liyana	Girl	It is raining; Soft; Delicate; Flax; Beautiful; Elegant; Graceful
Alyna	Girl	Light; Bright; Noble; Soft; Tender
Lindy	Girl	Tender; Soft; Flexible; Beautiful
Mahad	Boy	Baby's cradle; Soft land; Bringer of peace; Thanks
Leiana	Girl	To bind; Climbing vine; Soft; Tender; Delicate; Wreath
Clemente	Boy	Merciful; Lenient; Soft-hearted
Lyana	Unisex	Youthful; Soft or delicate; Eye of the light
Terran	Unisex	Earth; Elevated place; Soft
Anuhea	Unisex	Cool or soft fragrance
Lyan	Unisex	Soft; Gentle

Lyndi	Girl	Soft; Tender; Beautiful
Suhayla	Girl	One who is smooth, soft, and flowing like a river
Paw	Unisex	Arise; Emerge; Appear; Soft foot of a mammal
Wania	Boy	Soft, gentle breeze; God-gifted; Yahweh is gracious
Aleenah	Unisex	Soft; Delicate
Aurea	Girl	Golden; Soft wind
Vella	Unisex	Soft fabric; To surge; To swell
Roselin	Girl	Famous type; Rose; Soft; Tender; Horse; Flexible horse
Layani	Unisex	Prosperous; Soft; Gentle
Lamees	Girl	Soft to the touch; Sun

Raef	Unisex	Kind; Gentle; Compassionate; Soft-hearted
Suhaylah	Girl	One who is smooth, soft, and flowing like a river
Leani	Unisex	To incline; Soft; Laziness; To continue; Royal child; Heavenly garland of flowers
Qiana	Girl	Silk; Soft; Singers
Lynnie	Girl	Soft; Tender; Beautiful; Lake
Umaiza	Unisex	Bright, Beautiful; Soft hearted
Leyan	Unisex	Gentle; Soft; Delicate; Clearing; Favor; Grace
Eulalie	Girl	Sweetly speaking; Well-spoken; Soft spoken
Velvet	Unisex	A soft-napped fabric
Uliana	Girl	Soft-haired

Yalina	Girl	One who is soft and delicate; Elegant; Beautiful; Graceful
Lyndie	Unisex	Soft; Flexible; Tender; Beautiful
Linnie	Girl	Soft; Flexible; Tender; Beautiful
Waniya	Boy	Soft, gentle breeze
Eulalio	Boy	Sweetly speaking; Well-spoken; Soft spoken
Sondos	Unisex	Brocade; Soft silk wrought with gold or silver; Fine silk
Narmeen	Girl	Soft; Gentle; Kind
Layaan	Girl	Soft; Delicate; Gentle; Prosperous
Nimra	Girl	Soft; Delicate; Leopard; Tiger
Ruaan	Boy	Ascending; Raising; Soft; Rainbow

Ruwayda	Girl	A soft wind's breeze
Hermelinda	Girl	Linden tree; Gentle warrior; Soft; Tender
Ermelinda	Girl	Soft; Tender; Great; Whole
Lindie	Girl	Linden tree; Soft; Flexible; Beautiful
Lindi	Girl	Linden tree; Soft; Flexible; Beautiful
Jolyon	Boy	Youthful; Soft-haired
Yoona	Girl	Allow; Consent; Soft; Sleek
Nihash	Unisex	Soft; Pure
Jennee	Girl	Fair one; White; Smooth; Soft
Suede	Unisex	A type of soft, velvety leather; Gloves from Sweden

Oen	Unisex	One; Warm; Soft; Tender
Nermin	Unisex	Soft; Gentle
Laini	Girl	Torch; Bright light; Wave; Soft; Man, Army
Berlinda	Girl	Bear; Soft; Tender
Linde	Girl	Lime tree; Soft; Tender; Boundary; Beautiful
Clemencia	Girl	Mild and gentle; Merciful; Good-natured; Soft-hearted
Lamis	Girl	Toucher; Soft; From Lammas
Sowmya	Unisex	That which is born of Soma; Soft; Tender
Trilby	Unisex	Foot; Soft hat with a narrow brim
Celinda	Girl	Goddess of the Moon; Soft; Flexible; Tender; Heaven

Rosalynd	Girl	A woman soft and tender as a rose's petal
Adalinda	Girl	Noble; Linden tree; Soft; Flexible; Tender; Mild
Delinda	Girl	Noble; Soft; Flexible
Zubaida	Girl	Elite; Prime; Soft-bodied; Like cream
Lashonda	Girl	God is gracious; Soft; Tender
Komal	Girl	Tender; Soft
Mridula	Girl	Soft; Polite; Gentle
Rechelle	Girl	Soft; Tender; Velvety; Silky
Lashanda	Girl	God is gracious; Rose; Soft; Tender
Meegan	Girl	Soft and gentle

Selinda	Girl	heaver; Soft; Flexible
Amila	Girl	Valuable; Priceless; Brave; Soft; Clean; Smart; Work
Sieglinde	Girl	Victory; Soft; Flexible
Bindy	Girl	Beautiful; Soft; Flexible; Tender
Herlinde	Girl	Army; Warrior; Soft; Gentle; Friendly; A variant of the name Herlinde
Jeneth	Girl	White, fair, blessed, holy, smooth, soft; Variant of Jennifer
Lalitya	Boy	Soft; Gentle; Beautiful; Appealing; Attractive; Good Looking
Makhan	Boy	Soft; Pure butter
Malvine	Girl	Smooth brow; Friend; Soft; A variant form of Melvina
Malwina	Girl	Smooth brow; Friend; Soft; A variant form of Melvina

Mridul	Boy	Soft; Tender; Delicate; Water; Gentle
Pankhadi	Girl	Petal; Soft and Tender like a Flower Petal
Pankita	Girl	Petal; Soft and Tender like a Flower Petal
Pariyat	Girl	Flower; Beautiful; Soft and Tender like a flower
Phoolan	Girl	Flowering; Blooming; Beautiful; Soft and Tender like a flower
Puji	Girl	Gentle; Soft and Tender
Pushyati	Boy	Soft like a flower; Gentle; Beautiful
Roz	Girl	Soft and flexible horse; Horse protector; Beautiful rose
Sohalia	Girl	Soft; Lenient; Gentle
Amas	Unisex	One who is hard working, raw, and soft

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There are endless choices for baby names meaning soft, but it is essential to consider the significance and symbolism behind each moniker. Although names do not always confirm the personality of an individual, names chosen with a purpose can be the best gift you can give your little one. There is nothing wrong with bestowing them a name that epitomizes humane qualities like empathy, compassion, sensitivity, and humility. Let your baby’s name be a guiding light for others as well.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can baby names that mean ‘soft’ be used for both boys and girls?

Yes, baby names meaning soft, can be applicable for both boys and girls, either with gender-specific names or unisex names. For instance, Arudra, meaning soft and gentle, and Abhiratra, meaning humble, are predominantly boys’ names. Aalya, meaning soft and sublime, and Auria, meaning soft wind, are often used for girls. Similarly, some gender-neutral names include Ahe and Clemmy, denoting a soft breeze and gentleness.

2. Can baby names that mean ‘soft’ be paired with others for a unique combination?

Baby names that mean ‘soft’ can be paired with other names to create unique combinations. For example, Rosalind, meaning gentle horse, may be paired with Serene, meaning calm and quiet, to create a beautiful nature-influenced name. Furthermore, Ermelinde, meaning whole tender or soft, may be combined with Lily, denoting the flower.

Infographic: Catchy Baby Names That Mean Soft

Baby names that mean soft have a delicate and gentle feel to them. They can reflect qualities such as tenderness, comfort, warmth, and affection. Parents can choose such a name to emphasize the dove-like nature of their children. This infographic displays soothing masculine and feminine names along with their meanings.

splendid baby names that mean soft (infographic)

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