Names That Mean Protector, Defender, or Guardian
- Alexane
Origin:
French variation of AlexandraMeaning:
"defending men"Description:
This unusual form of Alexandra might be seen and pronounced as a combination of Alex and Anne.
- Hayward
Origin:
English occupational nameMeaning:
"guardian of the hedged enclosure"Description:
Possible Hayden alternative.
- Eastman
Origin:
EnglishMeaning:
"grace protector"Description:
Eastman is a solid, old-style Atlantic seaboard surname. But as a first name, we think Easton works better.
- Wills
Origin:
Diminutive of WilliamMeaning:
"resolute protector"Description:
The cute short form gained prominence when it was used for young Prince William of England.
- Pharamond
Origin:
GermanicMeaning:
"protector of journeys"Description:
The name of a semi-legendary 5th century Frankish king. Handel's opera Faramondo is based on his life. Spelling variations include Faramond and Faramund.