Female and male names starting with the letter "S" .

Indian feminine given name derived from Sanskrit "Shree," meaning prosperity or wealth.

Distinctive Greek name derived from 'sophia', meaning wisdom, and was often given to boys born into scholarly families during the Byzantine Empire.

Traditional Greek male name with uncertain origins but widely believed to mean 'happy' or 'blessed'.

Distinctive Hebrew name meaning "sharp-witted" or "astute.

American girls' name of uncertain origin, believed to have emerged in the early-to-mid 20th century, possibly derived from 'savvy' meaning knowledgeable or perhaps as a nickname for Sabrina, Samantha, or Savannah.

Rare French given name derived from 'savoir,' meaning 'to know' or 'be aware.'

Unisex name of Sanskrit origin meaning 'intelligent' or 'wise'. In Hindu culture, it signifies good intellect and understanding. The phonetic pronunciation is /sɑːviə/, with emphasis on the second syllable.

Rare Sanskrit name meaning 'ambidextrous', popular among ancient Indian kings and warriors, and considered auspicious in Hindu astrology.

Hebrew girls' name meaning 'grandmother', popular in Israel with growing international recognition, symbolizing familial warmth and love.

Thai origin, signifies 'to rise' or 'to emerge,' reflecting hope and positivity.

The Indian-origin unisex name Sawan derives from Sanskrit 'Sawan', meaning 'rain' or 'monsoon', and is associated with Lord Shiva and the Hindu calendar's fifth month.

Indian girl's name derived from the Sanskrit word "Sawan" meaning "rainy season," symbolizing prosperity and fertility.

African name of Igbo origin, meaning "patient one" or "one who endures," symbolizing inner strength and resilience.

Arabic female name meaning 'black', famously borne by one of Prophet Muhammad's wives.

Arabic name meaning 'to grow or increase', associated with Sawda bint Zam'a, a wife of the Islamic prophet Muhammad, although her existence is unproven.

The Arabic name Sawsan means "blooming flower" or "rose", reflecting its rich history and beauty.

American given name derived from the occupational surname 'Sawyer', originally denoting someone who worked with saws or timber.

American given name of occupational origin, derived from the surname Sawyer, which denoted individuals who worked as sawyers, or timber cutters using handsaws. This name has a rich history dating back to medieval England where it evolved from the Old English word "saege," meaning "saw." Over time, Sawyer transitioned from an occupational surname to a given name, particularly in the United States.

Rare English given name derived from the Old English word 'Seaxe', referring to the ancient Germanic Saxon tribe. It means 'of the Saxons' and has historical significance as the Saxons migrated to Britain and settled there, reflecting strength and bravery.

The name Saxon originates from Old English, derived from 'Seaxe,' referring to the Germanic tribe that settled in England during the Anglo-Saxon era.

Uncommon English given name with deep roots in early medieval England, meaning 'settlement of the lively or vigorous one'.

Japanese origin, derived from 'Sai' meaning 'colorful', often given to children born at dawn symbolizing bright futures.

Japanese origin, derived from the kanji character Sayu, meaning 'mountain' or 'hill', and is often associated with nature, strength, and stability.

Saya, of Japanese origin, means 'to bloom' or 'blossom', reflecting vibrancy and life.

Arabic name derived from "sayyaha," meaning "bountiful" or "abundant," signifying wealth, prosperity, and generosity.

Japanese given name of both masculine and feminine usage that literally means "fragrant west" or "western fragrance". It has been popular for many years due to its association with elegance and sophistication, as well as its use by notable figures such as Empress Consort Sayako.

Unique Marathi girl's name meaning 'evening' or 'night', often given to those born at dusk, and holds spiritual power as one of 64 Hindu Yoginis. It also signifies elegance and virtue in Marathi culture.

Rare yet distinct male name of Indian origin, derived from Sanskrit 'Sayana', meaning 'one who lies down or rests'. It's associated with Lord Vishnu and often linked to the historic 'Sayan Kodanda' episode.

Unique Sanskrit-derived given name meaning "sleep" or "rest," associated with the Hindu god of sleep. Traditionally used for girls in ancient India, it signifies prosperity and peace through balanced living.

Unique Sanskrit feminine given name meaning 'sleep' or 'repose', associated with tranquility and calmness. It's the tenth avatar of Goddess Durga in Hindu mythology, symbolizing the end of life's struggles.

Indian name of Sanskrit origin meaning 'sleeping' or 'lying down', associated with the Hindu god Indra, and popularized through Bengali literature as a heroine.

African name of Swahili origin that translates to "the gift of God.

Indian name of Sanskrit origin, meaning 'tranquil' or 'peaceful', often associated with Lord Shiva.

Persian origin, derived from 'sayeh', meaning 'shadow'. It gained popularity through Iranian poet Sayyid Ahmad ibn Zabihullah al-Hashemi, known as Sayat-e Nova.

Unique, captivating name of unknown origin, with uncertain meaning but growing popularity.

Arabic-origin name meaning "lord" or "master," historically denoting status and importance, now associated with leadership and power.

The captivating name Sayda is of Arabic origin, derived from 'sayyidah' meaning 'lady' or 'princess', reflecting the high regard for nobility and women in Islamic culture.

Arabic unisex name meaning "happy" or "content".

Rare Persian name derived from "Saideh", meaning "lucky". It was traditionally given to children born on auspicious days, reflecting the importance of fortune in Persian culture and mythology.

Uncommon male given name of unknown origin, popularized in the late 1990s, with various potential interpretations including a blend of classic names or derived from Old English 'sage'.