Serious Names for Boys and Girls

Explore our curated lists of serious names for boys and girls. Find dignified, impactful names that convey strength and reliability. Check out classic and modern options perfect for any child’s future success. Discover the ideal name for your child today.

Joan

The name Joan is both a boy's name and a girl's name of English origin, meaning "God is gracious".

Mallory

The name Mallory is both a boy's name and a girl's name of French origin, meaning "unfortunate".

Francis

The name Francis is both a boy's name and a girl's name of Latin origin, meaning "Frenchman or free man".

Hector

The name Hector is a boy's name of Greek origin, meaning "holding fast".

Thomas

The name Thomas is a boy's name of Aramaic origin, meaning "twin".

Octavia

The name Octavia is a girl's name of Latin origin, meaning "eighth".

Ernest

The name Ernest is a boy's name of English origin, meaning "serious, resolute".

Nathan

The name Nathan is a boy's name of Hebrew origin, meaning "given".

Lionel

The name Lionel is both a boy's name and a girl's name of Latin origin, meaning "young lion".

Herbert

The name Herbert is a boy's name of German origin, meaning "bright army".

Lillian

The name Lillian is a girl's name of English, Latin origin, meaning "lily; pledged to God".

Victor

The name Victor is a boy's name of Latin origin, meaning "conqueror".

Harold

The name Harold is a boy's name of Scandinavian origin, meaning "army ruler".

Winifred

The name Winifred is a girl's name of Welsh origin, meaning "blessed peacemaking".

Bernard

The name Bernard is a boy's name of German origin, meaning "strong, brave as a bear".

Lucinda

The name Lucinda is a girl's name of Spanish origin, meaning "light".

Ida

The name Ida is a girl's name of German origin, meaning "industrious one".

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Serious Names for Boys and Girls

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