120 Beautiful Unisex Baby Names for Any Child
As a mom of 5 kids, I've discovered the beautiful versatility that 120 unisex baby names can offer expecting parents. Whether you're keeping your baby's gender a surprise like we did with our third, embracing inclusivity, or simply love versatile names, these gender-neutral options take the pressure off while opening up wonderful possibilities.
Below is a curated list of 120 gender-neutral names with their origins, meanings, and cultural associations to inspire your baby name journey.
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Getting Started with Unisex Baby Names
1. Avery
Meaning: Ruler of the elves
Origin: English
Association: Literary and modern classic
2. Riley
Meaning: Courageous or valiant
Origin: Irish
Association: Trendy and upbeat
3. Jordan
Meaning: To descend or flow down
Origin: Hebrew
Association: Jordan River; Michael Jordan
4. Quinn
Meaning: Wise or intelligent
Origin: Irish
Association: Modern and academic
5. Taylor
Meaning: Cutter of cloth
Origin: English
Association: Taylor Swift, Taylor Lautner
6. Morgan
Meaning: Sea-born
Origin: Welsh
Association: Morgan Freeman, Arthurian legends
7. Alex
Meaning: Defender of mankind
Origin: Greek
Association: Short form of Alexander or Alexandra
8. Cameron
Meaning: Crooked nose
Origin: Scottish
Association: Cameron Diaz
9. Dakota
Meaning: Friendly one
Origin: Native American (Sioux)
Association: Dakota Fanning, U.S. states
10. Casey
Meaning: Brave in battle
Origin: Irish
Association: Gender-neutral favorite in the U.S.
11. Skyler
Meaning: Scholar
Origin: Dutch
Association: Trendy variant of Schuyler
12. Reese
Meaning: Ardent or fiery
Origin: Welsh
Association: Reese Witherspoon
13. Rowan
Meaning: Little redhead
Origin: Irish
Association: Celtic symbolism, rowan tree
14. Emerson
Meaning: Son of Emery
Origin: German
Association: Ralph Waldo Emerson
15. Sage
Meaning: Wise
Origin: Latin
Association: Nature and wisdom
16. Finley
Meaning: Fair-haired warrior
Origin: Scottish
Association: Popular in both U.S. and U.K.
17. Parker
Meaning: Park keeper
Origin: English
Association: Peter Parker (Spider-Man)
18. River
Meaning: Flowing water
Origin: English
Association: Nature name; River Phoenix
19. Charlie
Meaning: Free person
Origin: German
Association: Endearing and classic
20. Blair
Meaning: Field or plain
Origin: Scottish
Association: Blair Waldorf from Gossip Girl
21. Kennedy
Meaning: Helmeted chief
Origin: Irish
Association: President John F. Kennedy
22. Lennox
Meaning: Elm grove
Origin: Scottish
Association: Shakespearean name
23. Jules
Meaning: Youthful
Origin: Latin
Association: Jules Verne
24. Devon
Meaning: Defender
Origin: English
Association: U.K. place name
25. Sky
Meaning: The heavens
Origin: Scandinavian
Association: Nature-inspired and modern
26. Dallas
Meaning: Skilled
Origin: Scottish
Association: Texas city; Western feel
27. Tatum
Meaning: Cheerful bringer of joy
Origin: English
Association: Tatum O'Neal
28. Drew
Meaning: Wise
Origin: Greek
Association: Drew Barrymore
29. Shiloh
Meaning: Tranquil
Origin: Hebrew
Association: Biblical name; Angelina Jolie's child
30. Indigo
Meaning: Deep blue dye
Origin: Greek
Association: Colorful, creative choice
31. Zion
Meaning: Highest point
Origin: Hebrew
Association: Biblical city; Zion National Park
32. Phoenix
Meaning: Mythical bird
Origin: Greek
Association: Symbol of rebirth
33. Ellis
Meaning: Benevolent
Origin: Welsh
Association: Ellis Island
34. Onyx
Meaning: Black gemstone
Origin: Greek
Association: Bold and modern
35. London
Meaning: From the great river
Origin: English
Association: Iconic global city
36. Remy
Meaning: Oarsman
Origin: French
Association: Ratatouille character
37. Aspen
Meaning: Quaking tree
Origin: English
Association: Ski town; nature name
38. Milan
Meaning: Gracious, dear
Origin: Slavic
Association: Fashion capital
39. Marley
Meaning: Pleasant seaside meadow
Origin: English
Association: Bob Marley
40. Justice
Meaning: Fairness, righteousness
Origin: English
Association: Strong virtue name
41. Oakley
Meaning: From the oak tree field
Origin: English
Association: Nature name; trendy and earthy
42. Noel
Meaning: Christmas
Origin: French
Association: Holiday spirit
43. Monroe
Meaning: Mouth of the river Roe
Origin: Scottish
Association: Marilyn Monroe
44. Journey
Meaning: Trip or adventure
Origin: English
Association: Life path metaphor
45. Hunter
Meaning: One who hunts
Origin: English
Association: Outdoorsy and strong
46. Bellamy
Meaning: Fine friend
Origin: French
Association: TV show The 100
47. Wren
Meaning: Small bird
Origin: English
Association: Delicate yet lively
48. Teagan
Meaning: Attractive or poet
Origin: Irish
Association: Energetic and modern
49. Kai
Meaning: Sea
Origin: Hawaiian
Association: Popular in many cultures
50. Hollis
Meaning: Near the holly trees
Origin: English
Association: Literary and calm
51. Royal
Meaning: Of the king
Origin: English
Association: Regal and bold
52. Indigo
Meaning: Deep blue
Origin: Greek
Association: Artistic and unique
53. Fallon
Meaning: Leader
Origin: Irish
Association: Fallon Carrington from Dynasty
54. River
Meaning: Flowing water
Origin: English
Association: Nature name, peaceful and strong
55. Zion
Meaning: Highest point
Origin: Hebrew
Association: Biblical city, modern spiritual name
56. Salem
Meaning: Peace
Origin: Hebrew
Association: Salem, Massachusetts; witch trials
57. Briar
Meaning: Thorny plant
Origin: English
Association: Nature-inspired, modern
58. Lennon
Meaning: Lover
Origin: Irish
Association: John Lennon, musical legacy
59. Ray
Meaning: Beam of light
Origin: English
Association: Simple and radiant
60. Ocean
Meaning: Sea
Origin: Greek
Association: Nature and calmness
61. Indigo
Meaning: Deep blue dye
Origin: Greek
Association: Vibrant and expressive
62. Gray
Meaning: Color name
Origin: English
Association: Sleek and minimalist
63. Lou
Meaning: Renowned warrior
Origin: German
Association: Vintage revival name
64. Ari
Meaning: Lion or eagle
Origin: Hebrew/Norse
Association: Compact and powerful
65. Kit
Meaning: Bearer of Christ
Origin: Greek
Association: Short for Christopher or Katherine
66. Blaine
Meaning: Slender
Origin: Irish
Association: Soft and steady
67. Sunny
Meaning: Bright and cheerful
Origin: English
Association: Positive and upbeat
68. Lux
Meaning: Light
Origin: Latin
Association: Modern and glamorous
69. Indigo
Meaning: Deep blue
Origin: Greek
Association: Colorful, artistic flair
70. Echo
Meaning: Reverberating sound
Origin: Greek mythology
Association: Mythical nymph
71. Cypress
Meaning: Tree name
Origin: Greek
Association: Nature, strength
72. Rain
Meaning: Water from the sky
Origin: English
Association: Peaceful and refreshing
73. Sora
Meaning: Sky
Origin: Japanese
Association: Light and air
74. Robin
Meaning: Bright fame
Origin: Germanic
Association: Robin Hood; bird name
75. Nova
Meaning: New
Origin: Latin
Association: Celestial phenomenon
76. Indigo
Meaning: Deep blue
Origin: Greek
Association: Bold, creative choice
77. Halo
Meaning: Divine light
Origin: English
Association: Spiritual and modern
78. Lyric
Meaning: Songlike
Origin: Greek
Association: Musical and poetic
79. Sage
Meaning: Wise
Origin: Latin
Association: Also an herb used for cleansing
80. Sparrow
Meaning: Small bird
Origin: English
Association: Gentle and free
81. Winter
Meaning: Winter season
Origin: English
Association: Cool, calm, and strong
82. Forest
Meaning: Woodsman
Origin: French
Association: Nature and tranquility
83. Indigo
Meaning: Deep blue
Origin: Greek
Association: Artistic expression
84. Zephyr
Meaning: West wind
Origin: Greek
Association: Airy and light
85. Scout
Meaning: To observe
Origin: Old French
Association: To Kill a Mockingbird character
86. True
Meaning: Genuine
Origin: English
Association: Honest and pure
87. Bellamy
Meaning: Fine friend
Origin: French
Association: Stylish and sweet
88. Indigo
Meaning: Deep blue
Origin: Greek
Association: Color-inspired favorite
89. River
Meaning: Flowing water
Origin: English
Association: Nature-based, calm
90. Storm
Meaning: Tempest
Origin: English
Association: Powerful and dramatic
91. Ever
Meaning: Always
Origin: English
Association: Poetic and modern
92. Hero
Meaning: Brave one
Origin: Greek
Association: Mythological character
93. Indigo
Meaning: Deep blue dye
Origin: Greek
Association: Vibrant and edgy
94. Quest
Meaning: Long search
Origin: English
Association: Adventurous and bold
95. Fable
Meaning: Story
Origin: Latin
Association: Imaginative and whimsical
96. Cloud
Meaning: Sky vapor
Origin: English
Association: Light and dreamy
97. Cove
Meaning: Small bay
Origin: English
Association: Coastal, serene
98. Indigo
Meaning: Deep blue
Origin: Greek
Association: Artistic and bold
99. Navy
Meaning: Sea force
Origin: English
Association: Nautical and sleek
100. Clove
Meaning: Spicy herb
Origin: Latin
Association: Nature-inspired and rare
101. Zion
Meaning: Highest point
Origin: Hebrew
Association: Spiritual and strong
102. Indigo
Meaning: Deep blue
Origin: Greek
Association: Popular creative color name
103. Echo
Meaning: Sound reflection
Origin: Greek
Association: Myth and mystery
104. Harbor
Meaning: Safe place
Origin: English
Association: Calm and protective
105. Glacier
Meaning: Ice mass
Origin: French
Association: Strong and elemental
106. Jazz
Meaning: Music genre
Origin: American
Association: Energetic and lively
107. Cove
Meaning: Bay or inlet
Origin: English
Association: Calm and scenic
108. Halo
Meaning: Light ring
Origin: Greek
Association: Divine and rare
109. Harlow
Meaning: Army hill
Origin: English
Association: Glamorous, vintage revival
110. Lake
Meaning: Inland body of water
Origin: English
Association: Calm and natural
111. Lotus
Meaning: Purity, enlightenment
Origin: Greek/Egyptian
Association: Spiritual flower
112. Indigo
Meaning: Deep blue
Origin: Greek
Association: Artistic and trendy
113. Sol
Meaning: Sun
Origin: Latin
Association: Bright and powerful
114. Moon
Meaning: Celestial body
Origin: English
Association: Mystical and poetic
115. Rainier
Meaning: Wise army
Origin: Germanic
Association: Mount Rainier
116. Reef
Meaning: Coral ridge
Origin: English
Association: Oceanic and adventurous
117. Azure
Meaning: Sky blue
Origin: Persian
Association: Fresh and vibrant
118. Indigo
Meaning: Deep blue
Origin: Greek
Association: Artistic and gender-neutral
119. Vale
Meaning: Valley
Origin: Latin
Association: Calm and poetic
120. Zenith
Meaning: Highest point
Origin: Arabic
Association: Peak, celestial, powerful
Making the Final Decision
After your research, trust your gut while thinking practically. This name will be with your child for life.
Try living with your top three names for a week each, using them in conversation and imagining introducing your child with that name. Sometimes names that look perfect on paper don't feel right when spoken.
Whether you're drawn to cute baby girl names or considering something more unique, consider how the name pairs with potential middle names for baby girls and flows with your last name. Some parents find that short baby girl names work beautifully with longer surnames.
