Names That Mean Faith

Variant of Alafair

Themba is a common male name in southern African countries such as Zimbabwe, South Africa, and Eswatini.

Satya can be either a feminine or masculine name. It is strongly connected to the virtue, and in order to have "satya" one must be truthful not only in words, but also in actions and thoughts. Satya is a great name for those in the West who have Indian roots or are looking for a discreet virtue name.

Heard more in Israel than the U. S.

Variantion of Iman borne by model Imaan Hammam.

In the Old Testament, Asenath was the wife of Joseph and mother of Manesseh and Ephraim.

A name with considerable history, as the celebrated sultan of Egypt and Syria in the time of the Crusades.

British filmmaker Hanif Kureishi brought this name to the Western world.

In ancient Mesopotamia, Dumuzid was the god of shepherds and fertility and husband of the goddess Inanna. Tammuz, the Semitic transcription of the name, is more likely to be used today.

Attractive Japanese name that may garner more attention due to the character Tadashi Hamada from Big Hero 6.

Too close to baloney.

Rutendo is a unisex name used in southern Africa, particularly Zimbabwe. It is used more often among baby girls.

A little used Hebrew virtue name with a sweet, soft sound.

This rare virtue name has an appealing meaning, but the potential for confusion with "fiancé" (which comes from the same root) would give most people pause. It can also be short for the more feisty name Defiance.

Form of Panagiota

Form of Emet

Could serve as an alternative to the more common Latifah.

North African name with a distinctive beat.

Frequently found in all three forms: Sadik, Sadiki, and Sadiq.

Variant of Iman