The President of the United States is the head of state and government of the United States, it is the highest political office in the United States by influence and recognition. There have been 43 presidents in the history: George Washington, William Henry Harrison, Franklin D. Roosevelt, Andrew Jackson, John Q. Adams, Rutherford B. Hayes, Benjamin Harrison and so on.
These presidents did a great work for the United States, and a good way in salute to them is naming your baby or pet after one of these brilliant names. Presidential names grew in popularity, and they reflect the characteristic of honesty, integrity, and diligence. Besides, choosing an existing last names is a huge trend right now.
After researching names of US Presidents, we think these 9 presidential names are perfect for your baby names. Check out the below list for details.
Arthur
Chester Alan Arthur, 21st President
The name Arthur is well known for legendary sixth century King Arthur of Britain and his Round Table of knights. The meaning of the name Arthur is: Noble; courageous.
Carter
Jimmy Carter, 39th President
Carter is a surname but sometimes it is used as a first name, and the meaning of the name Carter is: Cart driver, cart maker. Carter is usually a boy's name, but in the Disney movie Princess Protection Program Selena Gomez played a character named Carter.
Hayes
Rutherford Birchard Hayes, 19th President
Hayes was very popular in 2013, because Kevin Costner named his son Hayes. The meaning of the name Hayes is: From the hedged land.
Jackson
Andrew Jackson, 7th President
The name Jackson is based on John or Jacques. The meaning of the name Jackson is: God has been gracious; has shown favor.
Knox
James Knox Polk, 11th President
Knox is also a celebrity baby name, it is well known that Knox Leon is the son of Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie. The meaning of the name Knox is: From the hills.
Lincoln
Abraham Lincoln, 16th President
The name Lincoln is often see among celebrities, Kristen Bell named her first baby with this honest name. Lincoln Steffens was an influential muckraking writer, author of The Shame of the Cities. The meaning of the name Lincoln is: From the settlement by the pool.
Monroe
James Monroe, 5th President
Monroe is a unisex name with a lot more muscle for a girl than a boy. Mariah Carey chose it for her twin daughter, honoring Marilyn Monroe. The meaning of the name Monroe is: From the river's mouth.
Pierce
Franklin Pierce, 14th President
Pierce Brosnan brings a strong helping of charm to this name. The meaning of the name Pierce is: Rock.
Quincy
John Quincy Adams, 6th President
Quincy is another unisex name that actually sounds both cute and strong when used for a girl. The name Quincy became coolified by multifaceted music legend Quincy Jones, and the meaning of the name Quincy is: Fifth.
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