Names That Mean Sweet

A dramatic and adorable name with a lot of sweep and swoosh. Also spelled Anush.

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

Invented in the early 20th century, along with similar names Sanelma and Anelma. Ihanelma was derived from the Finnish word ihana, meaning "lovely" or "sweet."

Zippy and light, Zoete derives from the old Dutch word soete, meaning "sweet". Zoetken is a traditional diminutive of the Medieval name.

Familiar in France, Tunisia, and Algeria, Amel is a variation of the hopeful Amal. From its Albanian roots however, it is related to the word e ëmbël meaning "sweet".

Olaya is a playful and spirited form of Eulalia with a strong O sound. The name is familiar in Spain, particularly in the Asturias region, while the variant Olalla is used in Galicia.