Names That Mean Protector, Defender, or Guardian

  1. Alexane
    • Origin:

      French variation of Alexandra
    • Meaning:

      "defending men"
    • Description:

      This unusual form of Alexandra might be seen and pronounced as a combination of Alex and Anne.
  2. Hayward
    • Origin:

      English occupational name
    • Meaning:

      "guardian of the hedged enclosure"
    • Description:

      Possible Hayden alternative.
  3. Eastman
    • Origin:

      English
    • Meaning:

      "grace protector"
    • Description:

      Eastman is a solid, old-style Atlantic seaboard surname. But as a first name, we think Easton works better.
  4. Wills
    • Origin:

      Diminutive of William
    • Meaning:

      "resolute protector"
    • Description:

      The cute short form gained prominence when it was used for young Prince William of England.
  5. Pharamond
    • Origin:

      Germanic
    • Meaning:

      "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.