Three is one of the most symbolic elements, whether it’s in the Bible or other literature. We have the Holy Trinity consisting of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. We describe stories as having a beginning, middle, and end. When giving news, we can describe it as “the good, the bad, and the ugly”.
Threes and triads have always been considered sacred – even in ancient times. You can see the triad in ancient Indian symbols (such as Chintamani in India) or within the Three Treasures of Tibet. And since everything seems to come in sets of three, why not give your little one a name that reflects one of our most significant numbers?
In English, “tri” is a common prefix meaning “three”, so you could go with the name Triton for your little boy. Trey is also a popular option, derived from a traditional English nickname. For girls, you could choose the name Trinity which directly translates to “triad”.
You can also look outside of the English language to search for more unique names. This can include the name Irune for girls. This name has a Basque origin and is also derived from the word “trinity”. Finally, there’s also the Japanese name Kenzo which means “humble, three”.
The number three has cultural significance for many backgrounds, often used in common sayings, and passed down in folktales. With a bit of research, you can find a name that means “three” that suits your little one perfectly. Feel free to use our list below as a starting point!
Baal-Shalisha
Meaning: The god that presides over three; the third idol
Origin: Biblical
Gender: Boy
Balta
Meaning: Diminutive of Balthasar: One of the Three Kings of Christmas
Origin: Greek
Gender: Boy
Caspar
Meaning: Keeper of the treasure. Caspar was one of Three Magi who traveled from afar to find the baby Jesus
Origin: Persian
Gender: Boy
Garadin
Meaning: From the three cornered hill
Origin: English
Gender: Boy
Gordon
Meaning: From the three cornered hill or From the marshes. One of Scotland’s great clans. Surname
Origin: English
Gender: Boy
Hope
Meaning: One of the three Christian virtues (Faith, Hope and Charity)
Origin: English
Gender: Girl
Irune
Meaning: Derived from the word “trinity”
Origin: Basque
Gender: Girl
Jemima
Meaning: Dove. Little dove. In the Old Testament, Jemima was one of the three beautiful daughters of Job (the other two were Keziah and Keren)
Origin: Hebrew
Gender: Girl
Kenzo
Meaning: Humble, three
Origin: Japanese
Gender: Girl
Michio
Meaning: Man with strength of three thousand
Origin: Japanese
Gender: Boy
Miki
Meaning: Three trees together
Origin: Japanese
Gender: Girl
Miya
Meaning: Three arrows; temple
Origin: Japanese
Gender: Girl
Nahiossi
Meaning: Has three fingers (Cheyenne)
Origin: Native American
Gender: Boy
Orion
Meaning: Rising in the sky; dawning. Mythological Orion was a mighty hunter and son of Poseidon. The constellation Orion contains three conspicuous stars
Origin: Greek
Gender: Boy
Ottah
Meaning: Third born
Origin: Egyptian
Gender: Boy
Renzo
Meaning: Third link or third son
Origin: Japanese
Gender: Boy
San
Meaning: Means ‘three’. This name is sometimes given to the third child
Origin: Chinese
Gender: Unisex
Shalisha
Meaning: Three; the third; prince; captain
Origin: Biblical
Gender: Boy
Silas
Meaning: Three, or the third
Origin: Biblical
Gender: Boy
Tertia
Meaning: Born third
Origin: Latin
Gender: Girl
Terza
Meaning: Born third
Origin: Italian
Gender: Girl
Trey
Meaning: Three
Origin: English
Gender: Boy
Trinity
Meaning: Triad
Origin: Latin
Gender: Girl
Triton
Meaning: Son of Poseidon and messenger of the sea, who carries the trident like his father
Origin: Greek
Gender: Boy