493 Names That Mean White For Your Little Angel

Reminiscence of purity and simplicity in its core.

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Last Updated on Jul 24, 2024

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Selecting a newborn's name is a cherished ritual that people of all cultures enjoy. Many parents seek names that signify various colors and shades, such as baby names that mean white. These choices are liked by people who are inclined to all things white. This shade is associated with many positive traits and things, the chief among which are sophistication, formality, elegance, and wealth. White is also widely connected to purity, simplicity, innocence, peace, and cleanliness. Since time immemorial, people have been using names that signify this shade of tranquility, purity, and innocence for their boys and girls. This shade also evokes images of beauty and serenity. It makes you picture magnificent snow-clad mountains, shimmering moonlight, and soft, bright lilies. Many poets have described the beauty of nature as comprised of these elements. Hence, names that mean white are usually found to be poetic and meaningful. The connotation of white is broad. Apart from signifying peace, it also indicates joy, delight, and happiness in different cultures. In addition to this, qualities like ambition, responsibility, strength, and stability are often known to be associated with these names. Aren't these traits you would want your child to uphold as they grow? The willingness to stay optimistic will undoubtedly let them thrive in life. Go through this list of beautiful names and find your preferred one.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Alina	Girl	Noble; White; Bright
Finn	Boy	White; Blessed; Sámi people from Finland
Finley	Boy	Fair hero; White Warrior
Bianca	Girl	White; Pure; Fair-colored
Jennifer	Girl	White phantom; Fair lady; Supernatural
Jenna	Girl	White phantom; Fair lady; Supernatural; God is merciful; God is Gracious
Caspian	Boy	White; Caspian sea
Gwen	Girl	Fair; Blessed; White
Whitley	Girl	From the white field
Guinevere	Girl	White phantom; Gentle queen

Gannon	Boy	Descendant of Fionnán; Son of Finan; White; Blessed
Kenia	Girl	White mountain; Handsome; Fair; Respect; Esteem
Finnley	Girl	Fair hero; White warrior
Kenya	Girl	Mountain of white; The one having stripes; Animal horn; Wise; Intelligent
Finnian	Boy	Little fair one; Blessed white one
Arwen	Girl	Noble maiden; White; Blessed
Baila	Girl	To dance; White; Pure; Beautiful
Finneas	Boy	Serpent's mouth; White
Alek	Boy	Defender of men; Black and white cow
Siddharth	Boy	White mustard; Buddha

Blanca	Girl	White; Fair-colored
Whitaker	Unisex	White field or settlement
Gwenyth	Girl	Fair; Blessed; White
Mckinley	Boy	Learned ruler; Son of the white or blessed warrior
Orrin	Boy	Color that is highly diluted with white
Finlay	Boy	Fair hero; White Warrior
Candace	Girl	Queen mother; White; Pure
Akari	Girl	Red village; Bright, white jasmine
Whit	Unisex	Short form of the name Whitney; White island; From the white meadow
Isley	Unisex	White island or peaceful island

Elvira	Girl	White; Truth
Neva	Girl	White snow; Bright
Rina	Girl	Pure; Joy; Singing; Melted; White jasmine; Village; Greens; To revive; To be reinvigorated; Daytime; Queen; Peace
Snow	Unisex	A nickname for someone with snow-white hair
Fionn	Boy	White; Fair-headed; Blessed
Bianka	Girl	White; Shining; Fair
Jennah	Girl	Heaven; Yahweh is gracious; White phantom
Candice	Girl	Queen mother; White; Pure
Finnan	Boy	Fair; White; Blessed
Xuri	Unisex	White

Bronwyn	Girl	White Raven; Fair breast
Corwin	Boy	Leather; Residing near the white castle
Reema	Girl	A woman who is like a white antelope
Elva	Girl	World; Light; White; Elf
Jenelle	Girl	God is gracious; White Phantom
Yaiza	Girl	princess or white flower
Candy	Girl	Queen mother; White; Pure
Jena	Girl	White phantom; Magical being; Lady of the people; Little Bird; Prince
Whitman	Boy	White man
Whittaker	Boy	White field

Witt	Unisex	White; Wise; Cever
Maha	Girl	Beautiful Eyes; Half moon; Sun; Planet; Mirror; Shining white pearl
Rowena	Girl	Peaceful; White spear; Famous friend; Fame and happiness
Gwenevere	Girl	Phantom; White fay
Wynne	Unisex	Fair; blessed; whitefriend
Bela	Girl	Beautiful; Crooked; White
Lavonte	Boy	A white-skinned individual with a pale complexion
Gwynevere	Girl	White phantom
Findley	Boy	Fair warrior; White Warrior
Jenessa	Girl	White phantom

Liban	Boy	White or pure
Arwin	Boy	White; Fair; Blessed; People's friend
Bayne	Boy	Fair; White; Fair-headed; Friendly; Pale bridge
Rima	Girl	White antelope; Advantage; Flax; To calm down; To quieten; Beloved; Goddess Durga
Alban	Boy	White; From Alba
Caylin	Girl	Slender; Blessed; White
Fintan	Boy	White fire; White ancient
Albus	Boy	White; Twilight; Bright; Clear; Shining
Jenifer	Girl	White phantom; Fair lady; Supernatural
Findlay	Boy	Son of Fionnlagh; White warrior

Zuria	Unisex	White; Bright
Albin	Boy	White; Bright
Jenae	Girl	White phantom; God is gracious
Jenica	Girl	God is gracious; White phantom; Well-born
Ivery	Unisex	Variant of Ivory; Pale white
Nivea	Girl	Snow white; Fresh snow
Jenni	Girl	God is gracious; White phantom
Albion	Boy	White; Bright
Whitton	Unisex	white settlement or Hwita's settlement
Ivry	Unisex	White or Ivory

Janeva	Girl	Race of Women; Juniper Tree; White Wave
Jennica	Girl	White phantom; To behold
Albi	Unisex	White, bright, noble
Ginevra	Girl	Juniper; White phantom
Jenaya	Girl	God is gracious; White phantom
Arjuna	Boy	White; Silver; Clear
Kandace	Girl	White fire; Pure; Queen mother
Barrie	Boy	Fair-haired; White; Blessed
Vianca	Girl	Canadian variant of Bianca; White
Kennan	Boy	Ancient; White; Little Ken; The clear water

Alpheus	Boy	Successor; Changing; Produce; Profit; Whiteness
Candido	Boy	White
Carwyn	Boy	A blessed love; White
Delwyn	Boy	Pretty; White; Blessed
Haku	Boy	Eldest brother; Soul; White
Dewitt	Unisex	The white one
Caylen	Girl	Slender; Blessed; White
Edelweiss	Unisex	Noble white
Hooria	Girl	Maiden; Nymph; Having eyes with an intense contrast of white and black
Gwynn	Boy	Blessed, fair, white

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Baby names that mean white offer mesmerizing choices to parents. If you have been searching for names with deep symbolism and a time-tested presence, our collection must have delighted you. If you are still confused, go through the names belonging to different heritages with your family. You may even learn their origins and gain more clarity about them until you select the most appropriate for your little munchkin.

Infographic: Shiniest Baby Names That Mean White

Does the aesthetic elegance of white appeal to you? If so, you will certainly love the handpicked list of names in the infographic below that signify white and the various traits associated with it. They are bound to help you find the ideal name for your lovable little princess or prince.

captivating names meaning white for your newborn (infographic)

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is it important to consider the meaning of a name when choosing a name for a baby?

When choosing a baby name, it is important to know its meaning and significance. Choosing a baby’s name is a personal decision; hence the meaning of the name will also be affected by the parent's values, culture, family traditions, and religion. However, the meaning of the name should be given importance as the name will be associated with the child’s personality, the way society perceives them, and the values they encompass.

2. Can a name meaning "white" be used for a baby of any ethnicity?

Yes, names meaning ‘white’ can be used for babies of any ethnicity because names are not restricted to any particular race or region. Often names are used irrespective of cultural boundaries or religions among people from different backgrounds.

3. Can the name "White" be used as a first or middle name for a baby?

Yes, a name meaning ‘white’ can be used as a first or middle name for a baby.

4. Are any famous people or fictional characters with names that mean "white"?

Bianca is one of the names that means ‘white,’ Some of the famous people having the name Bianca is Bianca Jagger, a Nicaraguan actress, and social and human rights activist. Another personality is Gwen Stefani, where the name Gwen means ‘white’ or ‘fair’. Gwen is an American musician popularly known for her singles ‘Spiderwebs' and ‘Just a girl.’

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