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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| Abele | Herdsman | Boy | 7 | |
| Aberto | Italian form of Albert noble. | Boy | 7 | |
| Abra | Feminine of Abraham. | Girl | 4 | |
| Abramo | Father of a multitude | Boy | 5 | |
| Balbina | Stammers. | Girl | 5 | |
| Baldassare | Baal protect the king | Boy | 1 | |
| Baldassare | Italian form of Bathalsar. | Boy | 1 | |
| Baldassario | Italian form of Bathalsar. | Boy | 2 | |
| Cadenza | Rhythmic. | Girl | 9 | |
| Calandra | Lark. | Girl | 9 | |
| Calandra | Good singing voice | Boy | 9 | |
| Calendre | Lark. | Girl | 8 | |
| Dafne | Laurel | Girl | 3 | |
| Dahna | Lady. From the respectful title Donna. | Girl | 1 | |
| Dahnya | Lady. From the respectful title Donna. | Girl | 8 | |
| Damiano | Variant of Damon 'one who tames, subdues.' The Belgian priest Father Damien gave his life helping the Hawaiian lepers of Molokai. 3rd Century St. Damian is patron of physicians. | Boy | 3 | |
| Edita | Wealthy. | Girl | 3 | |
| Editta | Wealthy. | Girl | 5 | |
| Editta | Rich gift | Girl | 5 | |
| Edmonda | Protector of prosperity | Girl | 2 | |
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| Fabia | Feminine form of Fabio: bean farmer. | Girl | 1 | |
| Fabiana | Feminine form of Fabio: bean farmer. | Girl | 7 | |
| Fabiano | Bean farmer. | Boy | 3 | |
| Fabio | Bean farmer. Derived from the Roman clan name Fabius. | Boy | 6 | |
| Gabbie | Diminutive of Gabriella: Woman of God. An Italian form of the Hebrew name Gabriel. | Girl | 8 | |
| Gabi | Diminutive of Gabriella: Woman of God. An Italian form of the Hebrew name Gabriel. | Girl | 1 | |
| Gabriele | Strong man God | Boy | 5 | |
| Gabriele | Italian form of Gabriel 'God given strength'. | Boy | 5 | |
| Henry | Ruler of an estate | Boy | 7 | |
| Hieronomo | Holy name | Boy | 4 | |
| Horace | Variant of Horatio: Timekeeper. Derived from the Roman clan name Horatius. The close friend of Hamlet in Shakespeare's tragedy. | Boy | 5 | |
| Horatia | Timekeeper. The feminine form derived from the Roman clan name Horatius. | Girl | 9 | |
| Ignacio | Fiery. | Boy | 4 | |
| Ignazio | Fiery. | Boy | 9 | |
| Ines | Chaste. Variant of Agnes. | Girl | 2 | |
| Iniga | Fiery. | Girl | 4 | |
| Jacopo | Substitute | Boy | 6 | |
| Jemma | Jewel or gem. Famous bearer: Italian saint Gemma Gaigani, actress Gemma Craven. | Girl | 6 | |
| Jemma | Precious stone | Girl | 6 | |
| Jianna | God is gracious | Girl | 4 | |
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| Kajetan | From Gaete. | Boy | 8 | |
| Kamelia | Tree with fragrant flowers | Girl | 7 | |
| Kamie | Divine aura | Girl | 3 | |
| Kara | Dear, beloved. From the feminine form of Italian 'cara' or the Latin 'carus'. | Girl | 4 | |
| Lanfranco | Derived from a name of Germanic origin composed from of landa- 'earth' and franka 'free', meaning 'free man in his country'. | Boy | 3 | |
| Lanzo | Form of Lance. | Boy | 5 | |
| Laurenza | Crown of laurels | Girl | 8 | |
| Lauretta | Little laurel | Girl | 8 | |
| Macario | Blessed | Boy | 6 | |
| Maddalena | Woman from Magdalene | Girl | 1 | |
| Maddelena | Woman from Magdala. Variant of Madeleine. | Girl | 5 | |
| Madonna | My lady. Respectful form of address similar to the French 'madame.' Used to signify Virgin Mary or art depicting her as a mother. | Girl | 8 | |
| Napoleon | Lion of Naples. Famous Bearer: Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821). | Boy | 2 | |
| Nari | Cheerful. | Boy | 6 | |
| Nario | Cheerful. | Boy | 3 | |
| Natala | Born at Christmas. | Girl | 4 | |
| Octavia | Born eighth. | Girl | 8 | |
| Octavio | Eighth-born | Boy | 4 | |
| Olga | Holy | Girl | 8 | |
| Olimpia | From mount Olympus | Girl | 3 | |
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| Palmiro | Born on Palm Sunday | Boy | 3 | |
| Pancrazio | Supreme ruler, all powerful | Boy | 4 | |
| Pancrazio | All-powerful | Boy | 4 | |
| Paola | Little. | Girl | 9 | |
| Quorra | Heart | Girl | 9 | |
| Rafaele | God has healed. | Boy | 3 | |
| Rafaello | God has healed. | Boy | 7 | |
| Raffaella | God has healed | Girl | 8 | |
| Raffaello | God has healed | Boy | 4 | |
| Sabrina | From the border | Girl | 1 | |
| Sabrina | From the border. | Girl | 1 | |
| Sachetan | Animated | Boy | 8 | |
| Sal | Savior | Boy | 5 | |
| Tacito | Mute or silent | Boy | 5 | |
| Taddeo | Courageous, one who praises | Boy | 4 | |
| Taddeo | Man of praise | Boy | 4 | |
| Tancredo | Of thoughtful counsel | Boy | 8 | |
| Ugo | Bright in mind and spirit | Boy | 7 | |
| Ullivieri | Olive tree | Boy | 9 | |
| Umberto | Brilliant strength | Boy | 4 | |
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| Urbano | City dweller, courteous | Boy | 8 | |
| Valente | Strong. Variant of Valentinus, the name of more than 50 saints and three Roman emperors. | Boy | 7 | |
| Valentina | Brave. | Girl | 8 | |
| Valentino | Brave or strong. | Boy | 4 | |
| Valeria | 'Strong, valiant. | Girl | 5 | |
| Xiomar | Famous in battle. Variant of Geomar. | Boy | 8 | |
| Ysabel | Italian form of Isabel: conseacrated to God. | Girl | 1 | |
| Ysabelle | Italian form of Isabel: conseacrated to God. | Girl | 9 | |
| Zaira | Dawning. | Girl | 1 | |
| Zan | Clown | Boy | 5 | |
| Zanebono | The good one | Boy | 2 | |
| Zanipolo | Little gift of God | Boy | 9 | |
