From Greek Ἀπόλλων Apollon which is of unknown meaning though perhaps related to Indo-European apelo meaning strength.

Rare names that mean light. This name means bringing light. Hanlon Irish Anglicized form of Gaelic Ó hAnluain descendant of Anluan a personal name from the intensive prefix an - and luan light radiance or warrior. Today its used as a unisex biblical baby name meaning.

This Greek name means sun ray shining light Ilene. Uncommon names with light-related meanings that you might consider for your list include Abner Eleonara Helena Lior and Lux. A very rare and cool name for a boy.

Another theory states that Apollo can be equated with Appaliunas an Anatolian god whose name possibly means father lion or father light. Oran is a beautiful Gaelic name that means light. Along with Hope itself baby names meaning hope that rank among the US Top 500 include Evangeline Xavier Nova Ashlyn Daisy Chloe.

Many names associated with light have religious connotations particularly around the idea of the light of god angels or divine beings. Anime names with dark meanings In some Japanese cultures a newborn baby would be given an ugly scary or evil name so that evil spirits would not steal it. Mahina is a Polynesian pick that translates to moonlight while ray of light is the excellent meaning behind the Indian moniker Kiran.

Elora - If you like inspirational names this means the Lord is my light. Names with light-related meanings that are well-used in other countries include the Irish Aine the Italian Chiara the Israeli Zohar the. The name means light and it is of Latin origin.

The baby names here either mean hope in various cultures or symbolize hope. This is an African name that is quite rare to hear today. We also include names with meanings related to hope.