Rich Names That Mean Wealth

Ventura started life as a shortening of Bonaventura, Spanish for good luck or good fortune, but now stands on its own. It has a pleasant sound and the stylish 'V' ending, but Angelenos would associate it with the Valley's main stem--Ventura Boulevard, and others might think of Ace or Jesse Ventura.

Wealthy was used for girls in the late 19th and early 20th century, with a meaning that implied a wealth of blessings. Today, it's difficult to see Wealthy and not think cash, but luckily names that mean wealth are currently en vogue. We see it as a new unisex possibility that's likely to reemerge on the charts.

One of several three-letter U-a names -- Uda, Ula, Uma, Una -- take your pick.

Sounds a bit like a shortening of Rafael or a condensation of Rafaela, but Rafa is a name in its own right.

Brimming over with a sense of good fortune. Could make a little girl feel very lucky.

Like Silver, Golden is a shimmering metallic color name, almost too dazzling for an ordinary girl.

In this country, very much tied to PLO leader Arafat.

Yoruba parents traditionally give their babies names that confer hopes and dreams upon them. A name like Abimbola is thought to inspire wealth.

The most common of the -illion numerical names, which are rising up the ranks.

Variation of Olamilekan

The second most common numerical -illion name, after Million. Probably because of the outdated nickname Bill.

A new addition to the name pool in 2020, along with Kurrency.

German name with a Latin rhythm.

A Yoruba surname as well as a unisex given name.

Richeza was a name that had its heyday in the Middle Ages but has since fallen into disuse. Richeza, and its variation Richenza, were used by the Swedish and Polish royal families. In a modern context, Richeza could be used to honor an important Richard in the family.

Soft and lovely option.

Hebrew name with a bountiful meaning but a less-than-attractive sound.