Baby Names That Mean Brave
Names that mean brave carry a fearless, bold streak — for the child you can already tell will leap before they look.
35 names · 27 boys · 5 girls · 3 unisex · Updated Jun 2026
Bravery is a lovely thing to wish on a child. A name that means brave is a small, daily reminder that they're built to be bold.
These names mean brave, fearless, or daring across cultures, with strong options for every gender — some bold, some gentle. Browse by gender to find yours.
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andrew
Manly, brave, strong, courageous
brady
Broad-chested, spirited
brantley
Firebrand, sword
edith
Prosperous in war, blessed warrior
emery
Industrious leader, brave ruler
everett
Brave as a wild boar, strong
gavin
White hawk, battle hawk
hunter
One who hunts
liam
Strong-willed warrior, resolute protector
owen
Young warrior, well-born, noble
peyton
Fighting man's estate
ronin
Samurai without a master
ryder
Knight, mounted warrior
wolf
Wolf
ethan
Strong, Firm, Enduring
andrea
Brave, courageous, womanly strength
leon
Lion
leonardo
Brave lion, lion-hearted
zander
Defender of the people
matilda
Mighty in battle, strength in war
connor
Lover of hounds, wise counselor
finn
Fair, white, clear
sloane
Raider, warrior
arsalan
Lion; symbolizing bravery, courage, and strength
haider
Lion, brave one
khola
Gazelle, graceful beauty
maaz
Refuge, shelter, or brave man
mahbeer
Brave, courageous
bravin
Brave, courageous, one who embodies bravery
omvir
Divinely brave; sacred warrior of Om
ranbir
Brave warrior
shahnawaz
Brave, kingly warrior
shaurya
Bravery, heroism
vikram
Valorous, brave
zaviyar
Brave, courageous companion, lion-hearted
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