Baby Name Pronunciation Guide: Learn How to Pronounce Popular Baby Names
Choosing the perfect name for your baby is just the beginning. Knowing how to pronounce it correctly ensures the name is given the respect and significance it deserves. Whether you're choosing a name from your own culture or exploring names from around the world, understanding the proper pronunciation can help you and others honor the name’s true meaning.
Our baby name pronunciation guide covers a wide variety of popular names from different cultures and languages. Whether you're unsure how to pronounce a name like Xavier (ZAY-vee-er) or a more culturally specific name like Niamh (NEE-av), we've got you covered. Each name is broken down phonetically, helping you and those around you pronounce it with confidence.
Other unique options include Saif (sword, symbolizing strength) and Rayyan (gates of heaven), offering beautiful meanings rooted in cultural heritage. Each name has a story behind it, making it special for your baby boy.
Giving your child a name that’s easy to pronounce and rooted in cultural significance can leave a lasting impression. It’s also a thoughtful way to ensure the name is respected across different communities. Explore our guide today and learn how to pronounce baby names from A to Z!
| Name | Pronunciation | Meaning | Genger | Numerology |
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| Aaden | Warmth of the Home, Fire, Flame | Boy | 7 | |
| Aage | Carves the Stones, Stone-field | Boy | 5 | |
| Aalayna | Princess, Beautiful | Girl | 1 | |
| Aalicia | Truthful, Graceful, Nobel | Girl | 9 | |
| Baalveer | Strong, Powerful | Boy | 3 | |
| Babak | Name of the Father of Ardeshir | Boy | 8 | |
| Babette | Promise of God, God is an Oath | Girl | 1 | |
| Baby | Infant | Girl | 3 | |
| Cab | Strolling Player | Boy | 6 | |
| Cabe | Rope-maker, A Cape | Boy | 2 | |
| Cabel | Resembling a Heavy Rope, Having | Girl | 5 | |
| Cable | Rope, Rope-maker | Boy | 5 | |
| Daanyal | Wise | Boy | 4 | |
| Daavita | Beloved, Feminine Form of David | Girl | 4 | |
| Dace | Southerner | Boy | 4 | |
| Dace | Southerner, Of the Nobility | Boy | 4 | |
| Eallard | Brave | Boy | 8 | |
| Eallison | Son of Elder | Boy | 6 | |
| Ean | God is Gracious | Boy | 2 | |
| Eara | From the East | Girl | 7 | |
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| Fabby | Fabulous | Girl | 9 | |
| Faber | Bean Grower | Boy | 5 | |
| Fabian | Bean Grower, Grower of Beans | Boy | 6 | |
| Fabian | Bean grower | Boy | 6 | |
| Gabby | Sound of God, Hero of God | Boy | 1 | |
| Gabe | God's Bravest Man, God is My .... | Boy | 6 | |
| Gabi | God is my strength | Girl | 1 | |
| Gabi | God's Able-bodied One, Diminutive .... | Girl | 1 | |
| Haas | A Good Man | Boy | 2 | |
| Hadassah | Myrtle Tree, Like a Star | Girl | 7 | |
| Hadda | Noble, One who Radiates | Girl | 9 | |
| Hadden | From the heather covered hill | Boy | 9 | |
| Ian | God is Merciful / Gracious | Boy | 6 | |
| Ian | God is gracious | Boy | 6 | |
| Iana | God is Gracious | Girl | 7 | |
| Ianna | God is Gracious | Girl | 3 | |
| Jaan | Life, Soul, God is Gracious | Boy | 8 | |
| Jaanika | Victorious | Girl | 2 | |
| Jaaron | To Shout, To Sing | Boy | 5 | |
| Jabar | Bone-setter, Repairer | Boy | 5 | |
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| Kaanisha | One with Beautiful Eyes | Girl | 1 | |
| Kaaren | Pure | Girl | 5 | |
| Kaarina | Blessed, Chaste, Pure, Holy | Girl | 1 | |
| Kabecka | Twin | Girl | 7 | |
| Labana | The Moon, Whiteness, Frankincense | Girl | 4 | |
| Labe | One who Moves Slowly | Girl | 2 | |
| Laby | One who Moves Slowly | Girl | 4 | |
| Lace | Cheerful | Girl | 3 | |
| Mabel | Adorable, Lovable | Girl | 6 | |
| Mable | Lovable | Girl | 6 | |
| Mable | Lovable, Diminutive of Amabel | Girl | 6 | |
| Mace | Weapon, Domain of Maccius | Girl | 4 | |
| Nachelle | Powerful Woman | Girl | 6 | |
| Nada | Generosity, Dew, Giving, Hopeful | Girl | 2 | |
| Nadeah | Hope | Girl | 6 | |
| Nadeen | Hope | Girl | 7 | |
| Oakden | From the oak tree valley | Boy | 5 | |
| Oakes | From the oak | Boy | 6 | |
| Oakes | From the Oak, Near the Oak Trees | Boy | 6 | |
| Oakley | From the Oak Tree Meadow / Forest | Boy | 6 | |
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| Pablo | Tiny, Petite, Little | Boy | 1 | |
| Pablo | Small | Boy | 1 | |
| Pace | A Charismatic Young Woman | Girl | 7 | |
| Pachua | Feathered Water Snake | Boy | 5 | |
| Qaletaqa | Guardian of the People | Boy | 2 | |
| Qarina | Pure, Beloved, Chaste | Girl | 6 | |
| Qiana | Gracious, Silky, Soft | Girl | 6 | |
| Qianna | Deity, Light | Girl | 2 | |
| Ra | Doe | Girl | 1 | |
| Raaj | Kingdom | Boy | 3 | |
| Raam | Lord Rama, God, Supreme Spirit | Boy | 6 | |
| Rabeah | Resembling a Raven | Girl | 8 | |
| Saad | Light, Good Luck, Lucky | Boy | 7 | |
| Saar | Storm | Boy | 3 | |
| Sab | Beautiful, Lion | Boy | 4 | |
| Saba | Born During the Morning Hours | Boy | 5 | |
| Tab | Brilliant, Shining, Drummer | Boy | 5 | |
| Tab | Drummer | Boy | 5 | |
| Tabitha | Like a Gazelle, Daughter | Boy | 7 | |
| Tad | Gift Given by God, Praise, Heart | Boy | 7 | |
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| Udale | From the yew tree valley | Boy | 7 | |
| Udall | From the Yew Tree Valley | Boy | 5 | |
| Udayle | From the Yew Tree Valley | Boy | 5 | |
| Udell | From the Yew Tree Valley | Boy | 9 | |
| Val | Power, Strong, Healthy | Boy | 8 | |
| Valdez | Unclear | Boy | 7 | |
| Valdeze | Fierce One | Boy | 3 | |
| Valen | Strong | Boy | 9 | |
| Wacian | Alert | Boy | 6 | |
| Wade | River ford | Boy | 6 | |
| Wade | To Go, Ford, Moving | Boy | 6 | |
| Wadell | Dweller by the Ford | Boy | 3 | |
| Xabiere | Chosen One | Boy | 1 | |
| Xakery | Respelling of Zachary | Boy | 3 | |
| Xander | Splendid, Defender of Mankind | Boy | 3 | |
| Xandy | Defender of the People | Boy | 5 | |
| Yaakov | Supplanter, Held by the Heel | Boy | 3 | |
| Yacov | Holder of Heel, Yahweh May Protect | Boy | 3 | |
| Yadiel | Friend, Beloved Friend | Boy | 2 | |
| Yael | God's Strength, Mountain Goat | Boy | 7 | |
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| Zach | Form of Zachary, Remembered by God | Boy | 2 | |
| Zach | God Remembers | Boy | 2 | |
| Zachariah | God remembers | Boy | 3 | |
| Zachary | Renowned by God | Boy | 1 | |
