9 names whose roots carry the sense of joy, with the etymology behind each and how many American babies received it in 2025.
| Name | Meaning | 2025 births | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abigail | My father's joy | 4,941 | |
| Isaac | He will laugh | 5,963 | |
| Beatrice | She who brings happiness | 583 | |
| Naomi | Pleasantness | 4,649 | |
| Asher | Happy; blessed | 7,519 | |
| Felix | Lucky; successful | 2,074 | |
| Eden | Delight; paradise | 3,913 | |
| Gael | Gaelic; joyful | 3,866 | |
| Alaia | Joyful; noble | 2,324 |
Etymologies researched by our editors; counts from the US Social Security Administration.