Names That Mean Good

Swapping the C for a K makes Kartier less luxe, yet this variation is quickly catching up to the original.

Agatha is an ancient name that hasn't quite joined the fashionable ranks of old lady names....yet. Agathi may be intriguing but it will also surely be confusing.

A jaunty surname, best known from British actress Helena Bonham Carter, that parents have started to use in small numbers in the last two decades.

Modern Hebrew form of Tobiah

Halimede was the sea-nymph daughter of Nereus and Doris in Greek mythology. One of Neptune's moons is named Halimede after the nymph, in accordance to the standard naming procedure of satellites orbiting Neptune.

Eustachys is an Ancient Greek given name derived from the elements eu, meaning "good" and stachys, "ear of corn." Taken together, the meaning is commonly considered to be "fruitful."

A sunny-sounding surname or an adjective meaning "only when the going's good" – as in, a fairweather friend.

A lovely meaning, but a crude soundalike word has stopped it from being widely used.

Simple short form of Tobias that feels more distinctly masculine than Toby.

An ancient Scandinavian name borne by a legendary Norse king. It's more commonly seen today in the form of Guðmundur, a top name in Iceland.

A pretty, striking Persian name with an excellent meaning.

Maimun is a common name in Arabic-speaking countries, where its meaning bestows good fortune.

Another idealistic virtue name with big shoes to fill — Prosperity would make a bold first name, or more likely an intriguing middle name.

The exact origins of Dobrawa are unknown. It may be a variant of Dąbrówka, ultimately of Slavic origins meaning "oak grove," or a contraction of Dobrosława, "good glory."

If you're looking for a Muslim girl name with a great meaning, Bushra is a strong contender.

A rhythmic Judeo-Italian mashup name combining Bona (good) and Donna (lady).