Dog Names That Mean Love

Also spelled Kedric, this name has a double origin as either a variant of the surname name Kendrick, or a spelling spin on the literary Cedric, used by Sir Walter Scott for a character in his 1819 novel Ivanhoe. He likely based it on the legendary name Cerdic, which may be a contracted form of Caractacus.

A rare Finnish name which is used for both sexes, but more often for girls. It is usually found in the middle spot.

Karitas -- with an accent over the i -- is among the Icelandic Top 100 names, a version of the Scandinavian Carita which is itself a spin on Charity. An intriguing and unique name with a beautiful meaning.

A French variant of the Ancient Germanic name Leobin, a diminutive of names beginning with the element liob "beloved". The was a 6th century saint Lubin/Leobin, after whom several French towns are named.

Loving Italian choice with a built-in lullaby.

A simple gender-neutral name.

This modern Hebrew name has a great meaning and is trending upwards.

Diminutive of names beginning with the element liob "dear, beloved".

A light-sounding name with a great meaning that could also appeal to non-Yiddish speakers. It is quite rare in the US, but on an upwards trend.

This is a Muslim female name particularly popular in Somalia and North Africa.