State of being happy; joy and contentment
A virtue name derived directly from the English vocabulary word, representing a state of well-being and joy. While rare in the United States, it is a common naming practice in various African cultures, particularly in Nigeria and Zimbabwe, as a 'meaningful' or 'sentimental' name. It expresses the parents' hope for the child's disposition or the joy their birth brought to the family.
About 6 girls were named Happiness in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Zimbabwean long-distance runner
Nigerian actress
