Trending Now: Top Heritage and Global-Inspired Baby Names

By Anaya Sethi|1 - 2 mins read| May 06, 2025

If you’re looking for a baby name that’s rich in culture, full of meaning, and carries a global flair—you’re not alone. These days, more parents than ever are picking names that reflect their roots or celebrate the beauty of other cultures around the world. 

These names aren’t just stylish—they’re meaningful, melodic, and deeply connected to history and heritage. Whether you’re inspired by your own ancestry or just love discovering beautiful baby names from across the globe, this list is for you. 

Top Heritage and Global-Inspired Baby Names for Girls

International Favorites 

Name Origin Meaning 
Fia Irish/ Portuguese/Latin Wild deer / Weaving 
Yuna Japanese Kindness / Gentle 
Soraya Persian/ Arabic Jewel / The Pleiades 
Vida Spanish/Portuguese Life 
Jane Hebrew God is gracious 
Anastasia Greek/Russian Resurrection 
Amina Arabic Trustworthy 
Eleni Greek Bright / Shining light 
Sanaa Swahili/Arabic Art / Brilliance 
Mireya Spanish/ Latin Admirable 

Indian

Name Origin Meaning 
Vedika Sanskrit Sacred space, Altar 
Anamika Indian Ring finger 
Ruhi Sanskrit A musical tune, A soul 
Charu Sanskrit Beautiful 
Vaishnavi Sanskrit Worshipper Of Lord Vishnu 

Top Heritage and Global-Inspired Baby Names for Boys

International Favorites 

Name Origin Meaning 
Laith Arabic Lion 
Tiago Portuguese Saint James 
Townes English From the town 
Marcus Latin Dedicated to Mars, Warlike 
Reyes Spanish Kings 
Iker Basque (Spain) Visitation 
Zevi Hebrew Deer 
Omar Arabic Flourishing / Long life 
Enzo Italian Ruler of the home 
Rami Arabic Archer / Loving 

Indian

Name Origin Meaning 
Aahan Sanskrit Dawn, Sunrise 
Brij   Sanskrit Place of Lord Krishna 
Cyrus Persian Sun 
Eeshan Indian Supreme, Divine 
Hriday Indian  Heart 

Tips for Choosing Your Perfect Nature Name

What's fascinating about these trending names is how they blend tradition with modernity. Names like Tiago and Enzo have ancient roots but feel perfectly at home in 2025. Meanwhile, names like Fia and Jane offer short, punchy options that are easy to pronounce across languages. 

When choosing a heritage-inspired name, consider a few things: How easy is it to pronounce? Does it pair well with your last name? And most importantly, does the meaning resonate with you? 

Conclusion

Remember that a name is one of the first gifts you give your child. Whether you choose something from your own cultural background or adopt a beautiful name from another tradition, these globally inspired names offer your child a connection to the wider world. 


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