Names That Mean Fame or Fortune

This mythological name of the Norse god of winter sounds, uh, ill.

The name of the Hindu elephant-headed god of success and wisdom, son of Shiva and Parvati.

Heiress has been recorded as a baby name since 2004, but the male version, Heir, took longer to catch up. It debuted in 2019 with just five uses but appears to be rising quickly. One factor that will likely help its case: star power. Nick Cannon named one of his twin sons, born in 2021, Zillion Heir (that's right, Zillionaire), drawing attention to this new addition to the class of money-related names. In 2022, it was chosen by parents for 13 baby boys.

Radomir is derived from the Slavic elements rad, meaning "happy" or "joy," and mir, "world," "peace," or "fame."

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.

This name of a famous Booth Tarkington novel is alien in today's world.

Adelma is likely a feminization of Adelmar, which means famous nobleman. The name was seen a bit during the nineteenth century, with a famous bearer being Adelma Vay, a medium and spiritualist, which may be enough to put this in the new class of spiritual names. Count Adelma among the unusual but intriguing German names for girls.

A winning choice for a son.

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 Probably because of the outdated nickname Bill.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.

A rising choice in the US, where money-related names are becoming more fashionable.

Named for Millard. Or the late great rock palace.

This Croation take on Russian stalwart Vladimir has a softer sound that may appeal to many.

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.

What's the recipe for success? Maybe it's having Success on the birth certificate.

Fine to honor a family tradition, as long as you promise to call him Bron.