Names with Symbolic character

Baby names that carry the quality of symbolic.

These names carry symbolic as a defining character quality — drawn from their etymology, history, and the people who've carried them. Open a profile for meaning, SSA trends, and feasibility — sort by score, rank, or momentum to narrow the list.

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6 names

◈= unisex (gender-neutral)

Cruz
Spanish
65
Cross. From the Latin crux, referring to the Christian cross or symbolizing a crossroads and intersection of paths.
Columbia
Latin
62
From Latin 'columba' meaning 'dove.' Associated with Saint Columba and symbolic of peace, purity, and the Holy Spirit in Christian tradition.
Remzi
English
42
From Arabic 'ramz' meaning symbol or sign. Used in Turkish culture as a name signifying guidance and purpose.
Nishan
Sanskrit
42
From Sanskrit meaning 'sign' or 'mark', also used in Armenian culture signifying a distinguishing characteristic or symbol of identity.
Cross
English
30
From the symbol of the Christian cross or a place where roads intersect. Also used as a surname for those living near a cross or crossroads.
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Greek
6
From Greek 'eikon' meaning 'image' or 'likeness'. Represents something symbolic, visual, or emblematic.

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Popularity data: Social Security Administration, US births 1880–2024