Hope
Hope is a Christian girl name of Old English origin, meaning “Hope, expectation”.
| Meaning | Hope, expectation |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Old English |
| Pronunciation | HOHP |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia |
Meaning and origin of Hope
Hope is the English word, from Old English hopa, used as a given name. It was one of the 'virtue names' adopted by English Puritans in the seventeenth century, together with Faith, Grace and Charity. The three theological virtues of faith, hope and love, named by St Paul in 1 Corinthians 13, gave these names special weight. Hope has remained steadily in use in English-speaking countries and is popular as a middle name.
Is Hope a Christian name?
Hope is a Christian virtue name, recalling the three virtues of faith, hope and love praised in 1 Corinthians 13.
How popular is Hope?
Moderately used in English-speaking countries, often as a middle name.
Gifts with the name Hope
- Hope name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Hope baby gifts (Amazon)
- Christian baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Hope
Names similar to Hope
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hope mean?
Hope means 'Hope, expectation'. It is of Old English origin.
Is Hope a Christian name?
Hope is a Christian virtue name, recalling the three virtues of faith, hope and love praised in 1 Corinthians 13.
How do you pronounce Hope?
Hope is pronounced HOHP.
Is Hope a boy or girl name?
Hope is usually a girl name.