Baby name from a word

Our favorite unique word names for babies include those that are used in very small numbers, like Samurai and Solstice, as well as those that have never appeared on the US baby names list at all, like Epoch and Everglade. None of the 200 original word names in this list has ever been given to more than 15 babies in any given year.

Along with Solstice and Everglade, other unique nature names for babies that make this list include Acre and Apricity, Fennel and Freesia, Pinto and Pipistrelle. Unique geographical names we think have great baby name potential include Bayou, Islet and Caldera. And rare modern virtue names like Kindred, Parity and Zeal set the right tone for the 2020s and beyond.

If you love word baby names but want to look beyond the obvious Rue and Rose, this list of uncommon and unconventional word name ideas compiled by our wonderful Berry community is for you!

You can combine names and words to create unique words or names / baby names. You can add up to 6 names, words, or a combination of names and words to our Name Mixer form below to generate unique name combinations.

Our name combiner also makes a great nickname generator.

Our name combiner will generate new words and baby names based on the words/names you enter.

Your results will populate below. Side note: This tool can be used as a word generator or a name generator depending on the values you input. For example, if you enter two words then you will make new words.

What is a Name Combiner?

A name combiner or name mixer will make your life easier by combing names / words in ways a person might never think of! You can easily combine names like John and Maribel into a unique name — or — words like Duck and Car into a new word.

Here are a few typical uses for a name mixer tool:

• New Parents

  Our tool is great at helping new parents find a unique baby name. You can combine a word with a name you like or combine multiple names together (up to 6 at one time).

• Unique nicknames

  You can combine & mix words and mix names together to create awesome nicknames, couple names and more.

• New Words

  You can scramble words together and make new, fictional words. ex. BifeLoat

Synonyms for Name Combiner

• Name Mixer
• Name Scrambler
• Word Combiner
• Scrambled Word Generator
• Word Scrambler
• Name Generator

Any of the above words can be used interchangeably with each other.

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Aarre m Finnish
Means «treasure» in Finnish. It may also be used as a variant of the uncommon older name Aaretti, itself from a Low German form of Arnold.

Aatto m Finnish
Finnish form of Adolf. It also means «eve, evening before» in Finnish, as the day before an important holiday.

Abaddon m Biblical
Means «ruin, destruction» in Hebrew. In Revelation in the New Testament this is another name of the angel of the abyss.

Abbas m Arabic, Persian, Urdu
Means «austere» in Arabic. This was the name of the Prophet Muhammad’s uncle. It was also borne by a son of Ali, the fourth caliph.

Acacia f English (Rare)
From the name of a type of tree, ultimately derived from Greek ἀκή (ake) meaning «thorn, point».

Ace 1 m English
From the English word meaning «highest rank». More commonly a nickname, it is occasionally used as a given name.

Adoración f Spanish
Means «adoration» in Spanish. This name refers to the event that is known in Christian tradition as the Adoration of the Magi, which is when the three Magi presented gifts to the infant Jesus and worshipped him.

Aeron m & f Welsh
From the name of the Welsh river Aeron, itself probably derived from the hypothetical Celtic goddess Agrona. Alternatively, the name could be taken from Welsh aeron meaning «berries».

Afërdita f Albanian
Means «daybreak, morning» in Albanian, from afër «nearby, close» and ditë «day». It is also used as an Albanian form of Aphrodite.

Afon f & m Welsh (Rare)
Means «river» in Welsh. This is a Welsh name of recent origin.

Africa 1 f African American (Rare)
From the name of the continent, which is of Latin origin, possibly from the Afri people who lived near Carthage in North Africa. This rare name is used most often by African-American parents.

Agape f Ancient Greek
Derived from Greek ἀγάπη (agape) meaning «love». This name was borne by at least two early saints.

Ai 1 f Japanese
From Japanese 愛 (ai) meaning «love, affection», 藍 (ai) meaning «indigo», or other kanji with the same pronunciation.

Ailill m Old Irish, Irish Mythology
Means «elf» in Irish. This name was borne by several early Irish kings. It also occurs frequently in Irish legend, borne for example by the husband of Queen Medb.

Aimo m Finnish
Means «generous amount» in Finnish.

Aina 5 f Kazakh
Means «mirror» in Kazakh, ultimately from Persian آینه (ayneh).

Aisling f Irish
Means «dream» or «vision» in Irish. This name was created in the 20th century.

Akane f Japanese
From Japanese 茜 (akane) meaning «deep red, dye from the rubia plant». Other kanji or combinations of kanji can form this name as well.

Alaia 1 f Basque
Means «joyful, happy» from Basque alai.

Alba 1 f Italian, Spanish, Catalan
This name is derived from two distinct names, Alba 2 and Alba 3, with distinct origins, Latin and Germanic. Over time these names have become confused with one another. To further complicate the matter, alba means «dawn» in Italian, Spanish and Catalan. This may be the main inspiration behind its use in Italy and Spain.

Aliki f Greek
Greek form of Alice. It also corresponds with the Greek word άλικη meaning «scarlet».

Aliya 2 f Hebrew
Means «ascent» in Hebrew, a derivative of עָלָה (‘alah) meaning «to ascend, to climb». This is also a Hebrew word referring to immigration to Israel.

Allegra f Italian, English (Rare)
Means «cheerful, lively» in Italian. It was borne by a short-lived illegitimate daughter of Lord Byron (1817-1822).

Alli f Finnish
Finnish diminutive of names beginning with Al. This is also the Finnish word for a type of duck.

Alpha f & m English
From the name of the first letter in the Greek alphabet, Α.

Alta f Various
Possibly from Latin altus or Italian/Spanish alto meaning «high».

Altagracia f Spanish (Caribbean)
Means «high grace», taken from the Spanish title of the Virgin Mary Nuestra Señora de la Altagracia, meaning «Our Lady of High Grace». She is considered the patron saint of the Dominican Republic, and it is there that this name is most often used.

Amaryllis f Literature
Derived from Greek ἀμαρύσσω (amarysso) meaning «to sparkle». This was the name of a heroine in Virgil’s epic poem Eclogues. The amaryllis flower is named for her.

Amber f English, Dutch
From the English word amber that denotes either the gemstone, which is formed from fossil resin, or the orange-yellow colour. The word ultimately derives from Arabic عنبر (‘anbar). It began to be used as a given name in the late 19th century, but it only became popular after the release of Kathleen Winsor’s novel Forever Amber (1944).

Amethyst f English (Rare)
From the name of the purple semi-precious stone, which is derived from the Greek negative prefix ἀ (a) and μέθυστος (methystos) meaning «intoxicated, drunk», as it was believed to be a remedy against drunkenness. It is the traditional birthstone of February.

Amika f Esperanto
Means «friendly» in Esperanto, ultimately from Latin amicus «friend».

Amity f English (Rare)
From the English word meaning «friendship», ultimately deriving from Latin amicitia.

Amor m & f Roman Mythology, Late Roman, Spanish (Rare), Portuguese (Rare)
Means «love» in Latin. This was another name for the Roman god Cupid. It also means «love» in Spanish and Portuguese, and as a feminine name it can be derived directly from this vocabulary word.

Amparo f Spanish
Means «protection, shelter, refuge» in Spanish. It is taken from the title of the Virgin Mary, Nuestra Señora del Amparo, meaning «Our Lady of Refuge».

An 1 m & f Chinese, Vietnamese
From Chinese 安 (ān) meaning «peace, quiet» or other characters with a similar pronunciation. As a Vietnamese name, it is derived from Sino-Vietnamese 安 meaning «safe, secure».

Anah f & m Biblical, Biblical Hebrew
Means «answer» in Hebrew. In the Old Testament this name belongs to one female character and two male characters.

Anemone f English (Rare)
From the name of the anemone flower, which is derived from Greek ἄνεμος (anemos) meaning «wind».

Angel m & f English, Bulgarian, Macedonian
From the medieval Latin masculine name Angelus, which was derived from the name of the heavenly creature (itself derived from the Greek word ἄγγελος (angelos) meaning «messenger»). It has never been very common in the English-speaking world, where it is sometimes used as a feminine name in modern times.

Ángeles f Spanish
Means «angels», taken from the Spanish title of the Virgin Mary Nuestra Señora la Reina de los Ángeles, meaning «Our Lady the Queen of the Angels».

Angustias f Spanish
Means «anguishes», taken from a Spanish title of the Virgin Mary, Nuestra Señora de las Angustias, meaning «Our Lady of Anguishes». She is the patron saint of Granada, Spain.

Anima 2 f English (Rare)
Means «soul, spirit» in Latin. In Jungian psychology the anima is an individual’s true inner self, or soul.

Anise f English (Rare)
From the English word for the herb, also called aniseed.

Annunziata f Italian
Means «announced» in Italian, referring to the event in the New Testament in which the angel Gabriel tells the Virgin Mary of the imminent birth of Jesus.

Anong f Thai
Means «beautiful woman» in Thai.

Ante 2 m Frisian
Short form of names beginning with the Old German element anto «zeal».

Anush f Armenian
Means «sweet» in Armenian. This was the name of an 1890 novel by the Armenia writer Hovhannes Tumanyan. It was adapted into an opera in 1912 by Armen Tigranian.

Aoibhe f Irish
Variant of Aoife, or directly from Irish aoibh meaning «beauty».

Aparecida f Portuguese
Means «appeared» in Portuguese, taken from the Brazilian title of the Virgin Mary Nossa Senhora da Conceição Aparecida, meaning «Our Lady of the Conception Who Appeared». It refers to a statue of the Virgin Mary that was said to have been pulled from a river by fishermen in the 18th century. Our Lady of Aparecida is regarded as the patron saint of Brazil.

Apple f English (Rare)
From the English word for the fruit, derived from Middle English appel, Old English æppel. The American actress Gwenyth Paltrow and British musician Chris Martin gave this name to their daughter in 2004.

April f English
From the name of the month, probably originally derived from Latin aperire «to open», referring to the opening of flowers. It has only been commonly used as a given name since the 1940s.

Aras m Lithuanian
Means «eagle» in Lithuanian (a poetic word).

Arata m Japanese
From Japanese 新 (arata) meaning «fresh, new». Other kanji or kanji combinations can also form this name.

Archer m English
From an English surname meaning «bowman, archer», of Old French origin. Although already slowly growing in popularity, this name accelerated its rise after the premiere of the American television series Archer in 2009.

Areg m Armenian
Means «sun, bright» in Armenian (a poetic word).

Aria 1 f English (Modern)
Means «song, melody» in Italian (literally means «air»). An aria is an elaborate vocal solo, the type usually performed in operas. As an English name, it has only been in use since the 20th century, its rise in popularity accelerating after the 2010 premier of the television drama Pretty Little Liars, featuring a character by this name. It is not traditionally used in Italy.

Aries m Astronomy
Means «ram» in Latin. This is the name of a constellation and the first sign of the zodiac. Some Roman legends state that the ram in the constellation was the one who supplied the Golden Fleece sought by Jason.

Arista f Astronomy
Means «ear of grain» in Latin. This is the name of a star, also known as Spica, in the constellation Virgo.

Aritz m Basque
From Basque haritz meaning «oak tree».

Armas m Finnish
Means «beloved» in Finnish (an archaic poetic word).

Arpi f Armenian
Means «sun, ether» in Armenian (a poetic word).

Arrats m Basque
Means «afternoon, dusk» in Basque.

Ascensión f Spanish
Means «ascension» in Spanish. This name is given in reference to the Ascension of Jesus into heaven.

Ash m & f English
Short form of Ashley. It can also come directly from the English word denoting either the tree or the residue of fire.

Ask m Norse Mythology
Derived from Old Norse askr «ash tree». In Norse mythology Ask and his wife Embla were the first humans created by the gods.

Aspen f English (Modern)
From the English word for a variety of deciduous trees in the genus Populus, derived from Old English æspe. It is also the name of a ski resort in Colorado.

Aster f & m English (Rare)
From the name of the flower, which is derived via Latin from Greek ἀστήρ (aster) meaning «star».

Asunción f Spanish
Means «assumption» in Spanish. This name is given in reference to the assumption of the Virgin Mary into heaven.

Atlas m Greek Mythology
Possibly means «enduring» from Greek τλάω (tlao) meaning «to endure». In Greek mythology he was a Titan punished by Zeus by being forced to support the heavens on his shoulders.

Augustus m Ancient Roman, Dutch (Rare)
Means «exalted, venerable», derived from Latin augere meaning «to increase». Augustus was the title given to Octavian, the first Roman emperor. He was the adopted son of Julius Caesar who rose to power through a combination of military skill and political prowess. In 26 BC the senate officially gave him the name Augustus, and after his death it was used as a title for subsequent emperors. This was also the name of three kings of Poland (August in Polish).

Aulis m Finnish
Means «willing, helpful» in Finnish.

Aura f English, Italian, Spanish, Finnish
From the word aura (derived from Latin, ultimately from Greek αὔρα meaning «breeze») for a distinctive atmosphere or illumination.

Aureole f English (Rare)
From the English word meaning «radiant halo», ultimately derived from Latin aureolus «golden».

Auster m Roman Mythology
Means «south» in Latin (descended from the Indo-European root *hews- meaning «dawn», making it related to the English word east). Auster was the Roman god of the south wind.

Autumn f English
From the name of the season, ultimately from Latin autumnus. This name has been in general use since the 1960s.

Azalea f English (Modern)
From the name of the flower (shrubs of the genus Rhododendron), ultimately derived from Greek ἀζαλέος (azaleos) meaning «dry».

Azure f & m English (Rare)
From the English word that means «sky blue». It is ultimately (via Old French, Latin and Arabic) from Persian لاجورد (lajvard) meaning «azure, lapis lazuli».

Babe m & f English
From a nickname meaning «baby», also a slang term meaning «attractive person». As a feminine name, in some cases it is a diminutive of Barbara.

Baia f Georgian
From the Georgian name for the buttercup flower (or any flowering plant from the genus Ranunculus).

Bakır m Turkish
Turkish form of Baqir. It coincides with the Turkish word bakır meaning «copper».

Baptist m German
German form of Baptiste. It is often paired with the name Johann, in honour of Saint John the Baptist.

Baptiste m French
Means «baptist» in French, originally deriving from Greek βάπτω (bapto) meaning «to dip». This name is usually given in honour of Saint John the Baptist, and as such it is often paired with the name Jean.

Barclay m English (Rare)
From a Scottish and English surname that was derived from the English place name Berkeley, itself from Old English beorc «birch» and leah «woodland, clearing».

Basil 1 m English
From the Greek name Βασίλειος (Basileios), which was derived from βασιλεύς (basileus) meaning «king». Saint Basil the Great was a 4th-century bishop of Caesarea and one of the fathers of the early Christian church. Due to him, the name (in various spellings) has come into general use in the Christian world, being especially popular among Eastern Christians. It was also borne by two Byzantine emperors.

Bear m English (Modern)
From the English word for the animal, derived from Old English bera, probably derived from a root meaning «brown».

Beau m & f English, Dutch (Modern)
Means «beautiful, handsome» in French. It has been used as a given name since the middle of the 20th century. In Margaret Mitchell’s novel Gone with the Wind (1936) this is the name of Ashley and Melanie’s son.… [more]

Belle f English
Short form of Isabella or names ending in belle. It is also associated with the French word belle meaning «beautiful». A famous bearer was Belle Starr (1848-1889), an outlaw of the American west, whose real given name was Maybelle.

Berry 2 f English (Rare)
From the English word referring to the small fruit. It is ultimately derived from Old English berie. This name has only been in use since the 20th century.

Beryl f English
From the English word for the clear or pale green precious stone, ultimately deriving from Sanskrit. As a given name, it first came into use in the 19th century.

Bienvenida f Spanish
Derived from Spanish bienvenido meaning «welcome».

Biff m English (Rare)
From a nickname that was based on the English word biff, which means «punch, hit, strike».

Bill m English
Short form of William. This spelling was first used in the 19th century. The change in the initial consonant may have been influenced by an earlier Irish pronunciation of the name. Famous bearers include basketball player Bill Russell (1934-), comedian Bill Cosby (1937-), American president Bill Clinton (1946-), and Microsoft founder Bill Gates (1955-).

Birdie f English
Diminutive of Bertha, Bernice and other names with a similar sound, or sometimes simply from the English word bird.

Bishop m English
Either from the English occupational surname, or else directly from the English word. It is ultimately derived from Greek ἐπίσκοπος (episkopos) meaning «overseer».

Blanche f French, English
From a medieval French nickname meaning «white, fair». This word and its cognates in other languages are ultimately derived from the Germanic word *blankaz. An early bearer was the 12th-century Blanca of Navarre, the wife of Sancho III of Castile. Her granddaughter of the same name married Louis VIII of France, with the result that the name became more common in France.

Blessing m & f English (African)
From the English word blessing, of Old English origin. This name is most common in Nigeria, Zimbabwe and other parts of Africa.

Blossom f English
From the English word blossom, ultimately from Old English blóstm. It came into use as a rare given name in the 19th century.

Blue m & f English (Rare)
From the English word for the colour, derived via Norman French from a Frankish word (replacing the native Old English cognate blaw). Despite the fact that this name was used by the American musicians Beyoncé and Jay-Z in 2012 for their first daughter, it has not come into general use in the United States.

Boglárka f Hungarian
Means «buttercup flower» in Hungarian (genus Ranunculus), derived from the archaic word boglár meaning «ornament».

Bonita f English
Means «pretty» in Spanish, ultimately from Latin bonus «good». It has been used as a name in the English-speaking world since the beginning of the 20th century.

Bonnie f English
Means «pretty» from the Scottish word bonnie, which was itself derived from Middle French bon «good». It has been in use as an American given name since the 19th century, and it became especially popular after the movie Gone with the Wind (1939), in which it was the nickname of Scarlett’s daughter.

Booker m English
From an English occupational surname meaning «maker of books». A famous bearer was Booker T. Washington (1856-1915), an African-American leader.

Bradán m Medieval Irish
Means «salmon» in Irish. It could also be formed from Irish brad «thief» and a diminutive suffix.

Brân m Welsh Mythology
Means «raven» in Welsh. According to the Second Branch of the Mabinogi, Brân the Blessed (called Bendigeidfran) was a giant king of Britain. He was the son of the divine figure Llŷr. After his sister Branwen was mistreated by her husband the Irish king Matholwch, Brân led an attack on Ireland (the text says that he was so big he was able to wade there). Although victorious, the British lost all except seven men with Brân being mortally wounded by a poisoned spear. He asked the survivors to cut of his head and return with it to Britain. The head continued to speak for many years until it was buried in London.

Bran 1 m Irish, Irish Mythology, Old Irish
Means «raven» in Irish. In Irish legend Bran mac Febail was a mariner who was involved in several adventures on his quest to find the Otherworld.

Brandy f English
From the English word brandy for the alcoholic drink. It is ultimately from Dutch brandewijn «burnt wine». It has been in use as a given name since the 1960s.

Briallen f Welsh (Rare)
Derived from Welsh briallu meaning «primrose». This is a modern Welsh name.

Britannia f English (Rare)
From the Latin name of the island of Britain, in occasional use as an English given name since the 18th century. This is also the name of the Roman female personification of Britain pictured on some British coins.

Brónach f Irish
Means «sad», derived from Irish brón meaning «sorrow». Saint Brónach was a 6th-century Irish mystic.

Brook m & f English
From an English surname that denoted one who lived near a brook.

Bryn m & f Welsh, English (Modern)
Means «hill, mound» in Welsh. In Wales it is almost always a masculine name, though elsewhere in the English-speaking world it can be unisex (see Brynn).

Bryony f English (Rare)
From the name of a type of Eurasian vine, formerly used as medicine. It ultimately derives from Greek βρύω (bryo) meaning «to swell».

Buck m English
From an English nickname meaning simply «buck, male deer», ultimately from Old English bucc.

Buddy m English
From the English word meaning «friend». It probably originated as a nursery form of the word brother.

Burgundy f English (Rare)
This name can refer either to the region in France, the wine (which derives from the name of the region), or the colour (which derives from the name of the wine).

Burim m Albanian
Means «spring, well, water source» in Albanian.

Buster m English
Originally a nickname denoting a person who broke things, from the word bust, a dialectal variant of burst. A famous bearer was the silent movie star Buster Keaton (1895-1966).

Buttercup f Literature
From the English word for the yellow flower (genus Ranunculus). Author William Goldman used it for Princess Buttercup in his book The Princess Bride (1973) and the subsequent film adaptation (1987).

Cadence f English (Modern)
From an English word meaning «rhythm, flow». It has been in use only since the 20th century.

Calanthe f English (Rare)
From the name of a type of orchid, ultimately meaning «beautiful flower», derived from Greek καλός (kalos) meaning «beautiful» and ἄνθος (anthos) meaning «flower».

Calla f English
From the name of a type of lily, of Latin origin. Use of the name may also be inspired by Greek κάλλος (kallos) meaning «beauty».

Camellia f English (Rare)
From the name of the flowering shrub, which was named for the botanist and missionary Georg Josef Kamel.

Candelaria f Spanish
Means «Candlemas» in Spanish, ultimately derived from Spanish candela «candle». This name is given in honour of the church festival of Candlemas, which commemorates the presentation of Christ in the temple and the purification of the Virgin Mary.

Candide m & f French (Rare), Literature
French form of Candidus or Candida. The French philosopher and author Voltaire used this name for the main character (a male) in his satire Candide (1759). In French candide also means «naive», which is descriptive of the book’s protagonist.

Candy f English
Diminutive of Candace. It is also influenced by the English word candy.

Cannon m English
From an English surname, which was derived from Middle English canon, referring to a church official or servant who worked in a clergy house. This name may also be used in reference to the vocabulary word for the large gun, derived from Italian cannone «large tube», from Latin canna «cane, reed».

Caprice f English
From the English word meaning «impulse», ultimately (via French) from Italian capriccio.

Capucine f French
Means «nasturtium» in French. This was the stage name of the French actress and model Capucine (1928-1990).

Cara f English
From an Italian word meaning «beloved» or an Irish word meaning «friend». It has been used as a given name since the 19th century, though it did not become popular until after the 1950s.

Caridad f Spanish
Means «charity» in Spanish. It is taken from the title of the Virgin Mary, Nuestra Señora de la Caridad, meaning «Our Lady of Charity». This is the name of the patron saint of Cuba, with a shrine located in the town of El Cobre.

Carita f Swedish
Derived from Latin caritas meaning «dearness, esteem, love».

Carmen f Spanish, English, Italian, French, Romanian, German
Medieval Spanish form of Carmel influenced by the Latin word carmen «song». This was the name of the main character in George Bizet’s opera Carmen (1875).

Carol 1 f & m English
Short form of Caroline. It was formerly a masculine name, derived from Carolus. The name can also be given in reference to the English vocabulary word, which means «song» or «hymn».

Cash m English
From an English occupational surname for a box maker, derived from Norman French casse meaning «case». A famous bearer of the surname was American musician Johnny Cash (1932-2003).

Cat f & m English
Diminutive of Catherine. It can also be a nickname from the English word for the animal.

Cedar f & m English (Rare)
From the English word for the coniferous tree, derived (via Old French and Latin) from Greek κέδρος (kedros).

Celandine f English (Rare)
From the name of the flower, which is derived from Greek χελιδών (chelidon) meaning «swallow (bird)».

Celyn m & f Welsh
Means «holly» in Welsh. It appears briefly in the Welsh tale Culhwch and Olwen, belonging to son of Caw, but was not typically used as a given name until the 20th century.

Chalice f English (Rare)
Means simply «chalice, goblet» from the English word, derived from Latin calix.

Chance m English
Originally a diminutive of Chauncey. It is now usually given in reference to the English word chance meaning «luck, fortune» (ultimately derived from Latin cadens «falling»).

Chara f Greek
Means «happiness, joy» in Greek.

Charisma f English (Rare)
From the English word meaning «personal magnetism», ultimately derived from Greek χάρις (charis) meaning «grace, kindness».

Charity f English
From the English word charity, ultimately derived from Late Latin caritas «generous love», from Latin carus «dear, beloved». Caritas was in use as a Roman Christian name. The English name Charity came into use among the Puritans after the Protestant Reformation.

Chase m English
From an English surname meaning «chase, hunt» in Middle English, originally a nickname for a huntsman.

Chastity f English
From the English word chastity, which is ultimately from Latin castus «pure». It was borne by the child of Sonny Bono and Cher, which probably led to the name’s increase in popularity during the 1970s.

Cherie f English
Derived from French chérie meaning «darling». In America, Cherie came into use shortly after the variant Sherry, and has not been as common.

Cherish f English
From the English word meaning «to treasure».

Cherry f English
Simply means «cherry» from the name of the fruit. It can also be a diminutive of Charity. It has been in use since the late 19th century.

China f English (Modern)
From the name of the Asian country, ultimately derived from Qin, the name of a dynasty that ruled there in the 3rd century BC.

Chip m English
Diminutive of Charles or Christopher. It can also be from a nickname given in reference to the phrase a chip off the old block, used of a son who is similar to his father.

Christian m English, French, German, Swedish, Norwegian, Danish
From the medieval Latin name Christianus meaning «a Christian» (see Christos 1 for further etymology). In England it has been in use since the Middle Ages, during which time it was used by both males and females, but it did not become common until the 17th century. In Denmark the name has been borne by ten kings since the 15th century.… [more]

Chuck m English
Diminutive of Charles. It originated in America in the early 20th century. Two famous bearers of this name were pilot Chuck Yeager (1923-2020), the first man to travel faster than the speed of sound, and the musician Chuck Berry (1926-2017), one of the pioneers of rock music.

Ciel f & m Various
Means «sky» in French. It is not used as a given name in France itself.

Ĉiela f Esperanto
Means «heavenly, from the sky» in Esperanto, from ĉielo «sky», ultimately derived from Latin caelum.

Clarity f English (Rare)
Simply means «clarity, lucidity» from the English word, ultimately from Latin clarus «clear».

Clay m English
From an English surname that originally referred to a person who lived near or worked with clay. This name can also be a short form of Clayton.

Clematis f English (Rare)
From the English word for a type of flowering vine, ultimately derived from Greek κλήμα (klema) meaning «twig, branch».

Clemency f English (Rare)
Medieval variant of Clemence. It can also simply mean «clemency, mercy» from the English word, ultimately from Latin clemens «merciful».

Clement m English
English form of the Late Latin name Clemens (or sometimes of its derivative Clementius), which meant «merciful, gentle». This was the name of 14 popes, including Saint Clement I, the third pope, one of the Apostolic Fathers. Another saint by this name was Clement of Alexandria, a 3rd-century theologian and church father who attempted to reconcile Christian and Platonic philosophies. It has been in general as a given name in Christian Europe (in various spellings) since early times. In England it became rare after the Protestant Reformation, though it was revived in the 19th century.

Clémentine f French
French feminine form of Clement. This is also the name of a variety of orange (fruit).

Clover f English (Rare)
From the English word for the wild flower, ultimately deriving from Old English clafre.

Colt m English (Modern)
From the English word for a young male horse or from the surname of the same origin. It may be given in honour of the American industrialist Samuel Colt (1814-1862) or the firearms company that bears his name. It was brought to public attention in 1981 by the main character on the television series The Fall Guy.

Columbine f English (Rare)
From the name of a variety of flower. It is also an English form of Colombina, the pantomime character.

Comfort f English (African)
From the English word comfort, ultimately from Latin confortare «to strengthen greatly», a derivative of fortis «strong». It was used as a given name after the Protestant Reformation. It is now most common in parts of English-influenced Africa.

Concepción f Spanish
Means «conception» in Spanish. This name is given in reference to the Immaculate Conception of the Virgin Mary. A city in Chile bears this name.

Concordia f Roman Mythology
Means «harmony» in Latin. This was the name of the Roman goddess of harmony and peace.

Consolata f Italian
Means «consoled» in Italian. It is taken from the title of the Virgin Mary, María Consolata.

Constance f English, French
Medieval form of Constantia. The Normans introduced this name to England (it was the name of a daughter of William the Conqueror).

Consuelo f Spanish
Means «consolation» in Spanish. It is taken from the title of the Virgin Mary, Nuestra Señora del Consuelo, meaning «Our Lady of Consolation».

Coral f English, Spanish
From the English and Spanish word coral for the underwater skeletal deposits that can form reefs. It is ultimately derived (via Old French and Latin) from Greek κοράλλιον (korallion).

Coriander f English (Rare)
From the name of the spice, also called cilantro, which may ultimately be of Phoenician origin (via Latin and Greek).

Corona f Late Roman, Italian (Rare), Spanish (Rare)
Means «crown» in Latin, as well as Italian and Spanish. This was the name of a 2nd-century saint who was martyred with her companion Victor.

Cosette f French, Literature
From French chosette meaning «little thing». This is the nickname of the illegitimate daughter of Fantine in Victor Hugo’s novel Les Misérables (1862). Her real name is Euphrasie, though it is seldom used. In the novel young Cosette is the ward of the cruel Thénardiers until she is retrieved by Jean Valjean.

Coy m English
From a surname that meant «quiet, shy, coy» from Middle English coi.

Crew m English (Modern)
Either from a surname that was derived from the English town of Crewe (from Old Welsh criu meaning «weir»), or from the English vocabulary word for a group of people.

Crocifissa f Italian (Rare)
Means «crucifix» in Italian, derived from Latin crucifixus «fixed to a cross», from crux «cross» and fixus «fixed, fastened».

Cruz f & m Spanish, Portuguese
Means «cross» in Spanish or Portuguese, referring to the cross of the crucifixion.

Crystal f English
From the English word crystal for the clear, colourless glass, sometimes cut into the shape of a gemstone. The English word derives ultimately from Greek κρύσταλλος (krystallos) meaning «ice». It has been in use as a given name since the 19th century.

Cua f Hmong
Means «wind» in Hmong.

These word names are indisputable proof that sometimes the best baby name book is… the dictionary. That’s right! You can find some of the coolest names hidden among everyday words. The best part about getting your kid’s name out of the dictionary is that if someone doesn’t know how to spell it, you can sassily tell them to look it up! Thankfully, when your child’s name is in the dictionary, it’s usually less of a headache for others to read or spell because they’re familiar with the word. It’s also a smart way to select an uncommon name for your little one. Sure, you can name your kid Emma or Austin (which are absolutely beautiful names), but there might be other kids with the same name. If you’re looking for an alias that starts with the letter J, an encyclopedia gives a chapter of options to choose from, and odds are, your kid’s name will be one of a kind. As a bonus, many word names are unisex, which is awesome when you’re trying to keep things on the gender-neutral side.

Word names encompass everything from verbs to nouns to adjectives and more. Want to name your baby after an admirable trait? Valor or Honesty! Want to name your baby after a profession? Shepherd or Baker. Want to name your baby after nature? Maybe something that reminds you of fall, like Autumn, or something classically outdoorsy, like Arbor. How about strength? Try Tiger. The possibilities are as limited as your largest and heaviest dictionary. (And when you’re done with that, crack open that encyclopedia.)

Just because you’re perusing Webster’s dictionary for a name does not mean you’re going to end up naming your kid “spoon.” The possibilities are literally endless. As a matter of fact, new words are added to the dictionary every year! And because dictionaries are updated annually, pick up an old one to find even more uncommon words/names.

You can name your kid after almost everything, including attributes. Names like Hope, Constance, Mercy, and Faith fall into this category. You can also go with names that are occupations. Trust us, it’s not as odd as it sounds. Your options won’t be limited to words like firemen, assassin, or tax attorney. Names that are also professions include Carter, Hunter, and Parker, which are all very popular choices. Or you can go with nouns, which most names tend to be. Brook, Rose, and Azalea fall into this category.

The point is, if it has a dictionary definition, it can be used as a baby name. Maybe we should have included “Webster” in this list!

Need more baby name ideas for your little tot? We’ve got comprehensive lists for unique names for girls, last names as first names for boy, nicknames as first names for your little Ace, and so much more!

Curious to know more about your family name and the last names and meanings of other countries? Check out our package on last names from around the world. See how many you recognize: Irish, French, Russian, Spanish, Mexican, Brazilian, Portuguese, Italian, and African last names, among others.

Naming a baby can be scary. We can help! Check out our baby name database here.

RELATED: Yes, My Kids Have Weird Names — So What?

Quotes to Consider

If you’re looking for further inspiration to give your baby one of these vocab-inspired names, consider these wise words by famous figures about the power of words.

“Be mindful when it comes to your words. A string of some that don’t mean much to you may stick with someone else for a lifetime.” — Rachel Wolchin

“Raise your words, not your voice. It is rain that grows flowers, not thunder.” — Rumi “Kind words can be short and easy to speak, but their echoes are truly endless.” — Mother Teresa

• Ace
• Achara
• Adagio
• Alpha
• Alto
• Amber
• Ambrosia
• America
• Amethyst
• Andromeda
• Anemone
• Angel
• Angel-unisex
• Apple
• Aprille
• Aqua
• Aquamarine
• Aquaria
• Arbor
• Archer
• Arrow
• Ash
• Aster
• Atlas
• Aurora
• Autumn
• Baker
• Banks
• Banner
• Bay
• Beacon
• Bear
• Beta
• Birdie
• Bishop
• Blade
• Blaze
• Blessing
• Bliss
• Blue
• Breeze
• Briar
• Brie
• Buck
• Buddy
• Bunny
• Cache
• Cadence
• Calliope
• Calyx
• Camellia
• Candy
• Cannon
• Canon
• Cantor
• Carter
• Cascade
• Case
• Cash
• Cedar
• Chance
• Charisma
• Charity
• Chastity
• Cherish
• Chip
• Chord
• Cinder
• Clay
• Cliff
• Clover
• Cobalt
• Colt
• Cookie
• Copper
• Coral
• Cove
• Coyote
• Creed
• Crew
• Crystal
• Daisy
• Dash
• Deacon
• Dell
• Delta
• Destiny
• Deuce
• Dew
• Diamond
• Dove
• Drake
• Dream
• Duke
• Dusty
• Earl
• Eloquence
• Ember
• Emerald
• Fable
• Faith
• Falcon
• Fawn
• Felicity
• Fisher
• Fjord
• Flint
• Flora
• Ford
• Fox
• Frost
• Fuchsia
• Gage
• Garnet
• Gates
• Gene
• Genesis
• Gentry
• Ginger
• Glen
• Glory
• Grace
• Grant
• Gray
• Harbor
• Harmony
• Haven
• Hawk
• Hazel
• Heath
• Heather
• Heaven
• Herb
• Holiday
• Holly
• Honesty
• Honey
• Honor
• Hope
• Hunter
• Icy
• Indigo
• Ivory
• Ivy
• Jack
• Jade
• January
• Java
• Jazz
• Jetty
• Jewel
• Journey
• Joy
• Jubilee
• Juniper
• Justice
• Kale
• King
• Kit
• Lake
• Lane
• Lark
• Laurel
• Lavender
• Leaf
• Ledger
• Legacy
• Legend
• Liberty
• Lilac
• Lily
• Logic
• Lotus
• Love
• Lumen
• Lynx
• Lyric
• Magenta
• Magnolia
• Majesty
• Major
• Maple
• Marigold
• Marsh
• Marshall
• Marvel
• Mason
• Mauve
• Maverick
• Meadow
• Melody
• Mention
• Mercury
• Mercy
• Meridian
• Merit
• Merry
• Messiah
• Mica
• Miracle
• Misty
• Monday
• Moss
• Moxie
• Navy
• Noon
• North
• Nova
• Ocean
• Olive
• Onyx
• Opal
• Orchid
• Otter
• Paisley
• Pansy
• Park
• Parson
• Patience
• Peace
• Peach
• Pearl
• Penny
• Peony
• Pepper
• Peregrine
• Peridot
• Petal
• Pharaoh
• Phoenix
• Pike
• Piper
• Pixel
• Plum
• Poet
• Poppy
• Porter
• Posy
• Prairie
• Primrose
• Prince
• Princess
• Promise
• Psalm
• Puma
• Queen
• Quill
• Rain
• Rainbow
• Rally
• Ranger
• Ransom
• Raven
• Ray
• Read
• Rebel
• Reed
• Reef
• Reign
• Revel
• Rhythm
• Ridge
• Riot
• River
• Robin
• Rocket
• Rocky
• Rogue
• Rose
• Rosemary
• Royal
• Royalty
• Ruby
• Rue
• Saber
• Sable
• Saffron
• Saga
• Sage
• Sailor
• Saint
• Sandy
• Sapphire
• Savvy
• Scarlet
• Scout
• Serenity
• Seven
• Shadow
• Shell
• Shepherd
• Shore
• Silver
• Sincere
• Skipper
• Sky
• Snow
• Solo
• Solstice
• Sorrel
• Sparrow
• Spring
• Star
• Stark
• Starling
• Steel
• Sterling
• Stone
• Story
• Stylus
• Suede
• Summer
• Sunday
• Sunny
• Symphony
• Taffy
• Tag
• Talon
• Tansy
• Tau
• Teal
• Teddy
• Theory
• Tiger
• Timber
• Titan
• Topaz
• Trace
• Treasure
• Trinity
• True
• Tulip
• Turquoise
• Valley
• Valor
• Van
• Verity
• Victor
• Violet
• Wade
• Wednesday
• Willow
• Winter
• Wolf
• Worth
• Wren
• Zinnia
• Zip

This article was originally published on November 13, 2018

Many new parents want to give their kids fun and unique names.

One great way to do this is by choosing word names for babies! These baby names are given to both boys and girls and are really beautiful whilst also being amazingly interesting, they are rare names that are very special for any baby.

As new parents, we look at many names before we choose one for our baby and it can be hard to find the perfect one. Perhaps it is time to think a little outside of the box? That is where these word names come in! The English language offers some incredibly unique and cool words that can be used as baby names. Word names can be adjectives, nouns, a place name or even the name of a tree or another object from nature. To help provide you with some ideas and inspiration, we have listed more than 250 cool and unique baby names that are all word names. Use them as they are or add a twist of your own to give these names a personal, modern touch. We hope you find the perfect name!

For more ideas, take a look at this list of the cutest nicknames for babies or these cool and unique hipster girl names.
 

The Most Popular Names That Are Words

Looking for names from words that are good, modern choices? These baby names aren’t just simple names. They are unique and rarely used by other children. If you are looking to give your baby a special name, here are some of the most unique baby names that are cool word names just waiting to be used by new parents for their baby. Each of these popular word names also has a special meaning that is detailed here to help you to understand the baby names that little bit more.

1. Ace, meaning “to excel”.

2. Alpha, meaning “dominant personality”.

3. Amber, meaning “a translucent resin that is honey yellow in color”.

4. Ambrosia, meaning “food of the Gods”.

5. America, meaning “all of the New World”.

6. Amethyst, meaning “a violet precious stone”.

7. Axe, meaning “tool that is used to chop wood”.

8. Bean, meaning “edible seed”.

9. Bingo, meaning “game”.

10. Birdie, meaning “denoting a small bird”.

11. Blaze, meaning “fire that is burning fiercely”.

12. Blessing, meaning “favor or protection from God”.

13. Cash, meaning “money”.

14. Cashmere, meaning “fine soft wool obtained from the goats in the valley of Kashmir”.

15. Dash, meaning “to run at a fast pace”.

16. Dawn, meaning “the first light of the day”.

17. December, meaning “the last month of the year”.

18. Denim, meaning “blue colored cotton twill fabric”.

19. Ebony, meaning “ wood”.

20. Empress, meaning “woman leader of a sovereign country”.

21. Forrest, meaning “large area covered with tall trees”.

22. Galaxy, meaning “celestial system of millions of stars held together by gravity”.

23. Genesis, meaning “the origin of life”.

24. Glorious, meaning “high honor won by powerful achievements”.

25. Hope, meaning “feelings of expectations for a specific thing”.

26. Jewel, meaning “highly precious stone”.

27. Joy, meaning “feeling of immense happiness”.

28. Kismet, meaning “destiny”.

29. Liberty, meaning “someone who has the ability to do what they wish”.

30. Ray, meaning “line in which light streams”.

31. Raven, meaning “black crow”.

32. Rebel, meaning “person who fights against opposition”.

33. Robin, meaning “small colorful bird”.

34. Rose, meaning “shrub with thorns and fragrant flowers”.

35. Rosemary, meaning “evergreen mint shrub that is incredibly fragrant”.

36. Stormy, meaning “weather characterized by strong winds, heavy rain, thunder and lightning”.

37. Sugar, meaning “crystalline solids that are sweet in taste”.

38. Summer, meaning “denoting the warmest season of the year”.

39. Sunshine, meaning “light coming from the sun”.

40. Symphony, meaning “intricate and complex musical composition”.

41. Taffeta, meaning “lustrous fabric of fine silk”.

42. Tangerine, meaning “citrus fruit that is orange in color”.

43. Thunder, meaning “loud rumbling noise heard after lightning in the sky”.

44. Trinity, meaning “referring to the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit”.

45. Tripp, meaning “to hop lightly”.

46. Valour, meaning “someone who shows great courage in battle”.

47. Velvet, meaning “incredibly soft, closely woven fabric”.

48. Vice, meaning “someone who doesn’t have virtue”.

49. Winter, meaning “denoting the coldest season of the year”.

50. Zenith, meaning “specific time when something is the most powerful”.

Names That Are Adjectives And Nouns

Many people do not even consider adjectives and nouns for baby names, but they can actually make a lovely choice. These word names are becoming more popular among new parents looking for something different and they all make for really good names for any baby. If you are looking for word names for girls, using an adjective or a noun is an excellent idea since most of these words are best suited for names for girls rather than boys. So, if you are looking for unique short girl names or unique baby names in general, here are some of the best names that are adjectives and names that are nouns that you can use. These names are either nouns, adjectives or derivatives of adjectives.

51. Apple, meaning “round red colored fruit”.

52. Ashy, meaning “referring to a powdery residue that is left after burning something”.

53. Brave, a virtue name meaning “to be courageous in the face of fear”.

54. Breeze, meaning “light and cool wind”.

55. Calm, meaning “not feeling anger or anxiety”.

56. Chance, meaning “referring to the possibility of an event ”.

57. Clover, meaning “plant”.

58. Darling, meaning “referring to a person who is very beloved to someone”.

59. Earnest, meaning “showing intense sincerity”.

60. Era, meaning “long period of intense history”.

61. Foxy, meaning “referring to a fox or the traits of a fox”.

62. Gifty, meaning “something that is well suited to be given as a gift to someone”.

63. Glory, meaning “high honor won by powerful achievements”.

64. Gray, meaning “color that is a very specific mix of black and white”.

65. Halo, meaning “bright and shining circle of light”.

66. Happy, meaning “the emotion of feeling satisfied and content”.

67. Haven, meaning “place that offers immense safety”.

68. Henna, meaning “reddish brown dye”.

69. Honey, meaning “term of endearment” or “a golden yellow viscous liquid sweet in taste”.

70. Icy, meaning “referring to the sensation of feeling cold or chilly”.

71. Jolly, meaning “the emotion of feeling intensely happy or joyous”.

72. Journey, meaning “traveling from one place to another”.

73. Jubilee, meaning “anniversary of a very special event”.

74. Juniper, meaning “evergreen shrub with icy blue fruits”.

75. Justice, a virtue name meaning “act that is fair and right”.

76. King, meaning “the male ruler of a state or a country”.

77. Legacy, meaning “ancestral property or money left to someone in a legal will”.

78. Lemony, meaning “referring to the acidic and citrus taste of lemons”.

79. Lyric, meaning “the words of a song or poem”.

80. Mahogany, meaning “reddish brown wood”.

81. Mango, meaning “fleshy tropical fruit that is yellow in color”.

82. Maple, meaning “tree that has vibrant autumn foliage”.

83. Maxim, meaning “short statement that lets us know the truth”.

84. Noble, a virtue name meaning “having qualities that people find admirable”.

85. Ocean, meaning “large expanse of ”.

86. Pepper, meaning “referring to a hot spice used in cooking”.

87. Precious, meaning “something or someone that is of great value”.

88. Prince, meaning “the young heir to the throne of a place”.

89. Rider, meaning “someone who rides a horse or another vehicle”.

90. Rivers, meaning “water body of freshwater that has a source and an end”.

91. Rogue, meaning “unprincipled person who goes against the norm”.

92. Rowdy, meaning “someone who is disorderly and noisy”.

93. Sailor, meaning “someone who sails boats or ships in the sea”.

94. Scout, meaning “soldier or a first explorer who is sent ahead of the main army”.

95. Serene, meaning “feeling of tranquility and peacefulness”.

96. Sky, meaning “lower outer space region seen by humans from the Earth”.

97. Star, meaning “celestial body often seen by humans in the night sky”.

98. Sunny, meaning “referring to the bright and vibrant feel of the sunrays”.

99. Unity, meaning “the state or feeling of being joined together”.

100. Wilder, meaning “someone who has lost the normal way of life”.
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Word Names That Are Country Specific

Looking for cool German words for names, cool Latin words for names, or cool Japanese words for names? These languages offer unique baby names for parents who are looking for special baby names. They can use these word names to give their baby a modern moniker. Why not pick one of these word names with different origins and name your baby something incredibly rare and special?

101. Agnus (Latin origin) meaning “the lamb”. For a docile and innocent child.

102. Akio (Japanese origin) meaning “a shining man”. For a bright and young child.

103. Akira (Japanese origin) meaning “light”. A good name for bright girls.

104. Ambros (Latin origin) meaning “immortal”.

105. Aqua (Latin origin) meaning “water”.

106. Aries (Latin origin) meaning “ram”. For a headstrong and willful baby.

107. Aura (Latin origin) meaning “the air around”. For a happy and jolly little child.

108. Butterherzchen (German origin) meaning “a buttery heart”.

109. Carus (Latin origin) meaning “beloved”. For a lovely little angel.

110. Dea (Latin origin) meaning “the Goddess”. For a baby who is angelic and sweet.

111. Dignus (Latin origin) meaning “worthy”.

112. Draco (Latin origin) meaning “the dragon”.

113. Engel (Latin origin) meaning “angel”. For an angelic and calm baby.

114. Felix (Latin origin) meaning “lucky”.

115. Gemma (Latin origin) meaning “a precious stone”.

116. Hasi (German origin) meaning “rabbit”. For a child who is cuddly and cute.

117. Herzblatt (German origin) meaning “sweetheart”.

118. Himari (Japanese origin) meaning “sunshine”. A popular name for bright and happy girls.

119. Kazumi (Japanese origin) meaning “harmony”.

120. Kleeblatt (German origin) meaning “cloverleaf”. For a lucky baby.

121. Leo (Latin origin) meaning “the lion”.

122. Mami (Japanese origin) meaning “true beauty”.

123. Miles (Latin origin) means “soldier”.

124. Momoko (Japanese origin) means “peach child”. A good name for boys and girls.

125. Nanami (Japanese origin) means “seven seas”. A good name for boys.

126. Schatz (German origin) means “darling”. A good name for your beloved baby.

127. Schnuckiputzi (German origin) means “cutie pie”. For a baby who is as sweet as a pie.

128. Sho (Japanese origin) means “to fly”. A good name for boys.

129. Sonnenschein (German origin) means “you are my sunshine”.

130. Takumi (Japanese origin) means “carpenter”.

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Word Names Based On Countries And Cities

Choosing a place name is also an excellent way to find a good and modern name for your baby. A place name can be really unique and this option even allows parents to choose a name of a place that their family may have a special attachment to. You could also take inspiration from the name of the place that your baby was born, be that a particular city or town. Creating names for babies from the names of places is truly rewarding. If you are looking for a good place name for your baby, here is a list of unique baby names that can be given to your child inspired by places all around the world.

131. Adelaide, this Australian city is a favorite word name amongst new parents.

132. Alabama, an amazing name for babies of any gender.

133. Alexandria, this Egyptian city is a favorite amongst new parents.

134. Andorra, this name is usually given by parents to girls.

135. Asia, many new parents use this name for their girls.

136. Aspen, a great name for both boys and girls.

137. Aurora, new parents love this name for their girls!

138. Austin, the Texan city makes for a good name for boys.

139. Avalon, a fantastic name that can be given to any baby.

140. Berlin, a powerful name given to children.

141. Bronx, a modern name given to baby boys.

142. Brooklyn, this area in New York is another good name for boys.

143. Camden, another good name for boys.

144. Carolina, a fantastic name to be given to female babies.

145. Chandler, the US city in the state of Arizona is a good name for boys and girls.

146. Charlotte, the US city in North Carolina is a good name for girls.

147. Chelsea, a district in both London and New York.

148. Cody, the name of this city in Wyoming is often given to boys.

149. Dakota, another beloved name amongst new parents.

150. Dallas, a popular name amongst new parents.

151. Dayton, many new parents use this name for their boys.

152. Denver, one of the best word names.

153. Devon, this English town makes for a great name to be given to children.

154. Dominica, this name is usually given to little girls.

155. Easton, this modern name is usually given to boys.

156. Essex, this name has English roots.

157. Florence, a city known for its rich history and culture.

158. Geneva, this Swiss city is a popular name choice amongst new parents.

159. Georgia, another popular and modern name given to female babies.

160. Helena, this name is loved by many parents.

161. Helsinki, a fun name given to kids by loving parents.

162. Hudson, an excellent place name used by many parents.

163. India, this name is usually given to girls.

164. Islay, an English isle that makes for a fantastic name.

165. Jordan, an excellent name for both boys and girls.

166. Juno, a small place in Ireland, this name is often given to girls.

167. Kendall, this English place is a fantastic name to be given to a baby.  

168. Lawrence, this US city place name is great for boys.

169. Lincoln, another good name loved by new parents for their boys.

170. Lisbon, word names don’t get better than this one!

171. Logan, this name is usually given to boys.

172. London, this English city is another good name for girls.

173. Lourdes, an amazing name that can be given to any baby, boy or girl.

174. Madison, another modern name for girls.

175. Milan, new parents love this Italian city as a name for both boys and girls.

176. Mitchel, this South Dakota city is a good place name for boys and girls.

177. Nairobi, another excellent name for baby girls.

178. Orlando, parents can use this name for their boys.

179. Paris, the French city that is known for love is a very modern name for girls.

180. Rio, an amazing name that can be given to baby boys.

181. Sahara, another fantastic place name for a baby.

182. Savannah, another US city which is a good name for boys and girls.

183. Shannon, a popular name for girls and boys derived from the place in Ireland.

184. Siena, this name is usually given to girls.

185. Sydney, another popular name from an Australian city.

186. Tokyo, an excellent name for baby girls.

187. Troy, an excellent name given to baby boys.

188. Valencia, another beautiful name given to babies, after a place in Spain.

189. Vegas, a cool name for both boys and girls.

190. Virginia, this name is amazing for female babies.

Word Names Inspired By Nature

Nature by virtue has so many beautiful elements that make for amazing word names. Parents can use these names inspired by nature to give their kids an excellent and unique name. There are so many elements in nature to take inspiration from, such as the weather, trees, plants and fruits. If you are a nature lover or wish for your child to love nature, here are some nature word names for you to use.

191. Afternoon, meaning “after morning”.

192. Air, meaning “invisible gas”.

193. Almond, meaning “edible nuts”.

194. April, meaning “fourth month of the year”.

195. Arrow, meaning “weapon”.

196. Bamboo, meaning “woody grass”.

197. Bird, meaning “aerial animals”.

198. Bliss, meaning “perfect joy”.

199. Blues, meaning “melancholic music”.

200. Brick, meaning “solid block of clay”.

201. Bronze, meaning “alloy of copper”.

202. Brook, meaning “a small river”.

203. Butterfly, meaning “an insect”.

204. Canyon, meaning “deep gorge”.

205. Cedar, meaning “tree”.

206. Cherry, meaning “red fruit”.

207. Cinnamon, meaning “hot spice”.

208. Clay, meaning “fine grained earth”.

209. Copper, meaning “metal”.

210. Creek, meaning “stream”.

211. Crystal, meaning “precious stone”.

212. Daisy, meaning “flower”.

213. February, meaning “second month of the year”.

214. Fisher, meaning “related to fishes”.

215. Hunter, meaning “one who hunts”.

216. Hurricane, meaning “natural disaster”.

217. Isle, meaning “land”.

218. Ivory, meaning “elephant tusk”.

219. Jewel, meaning “precious stone”.

220. Lily, meaning “flower”.

221. March, meaning “third month of the year”.

222. May, meaning “fifth month of the year”.

223. Moon, meaning “celestial body”.

224. Morning, meaning “after dawn”.

225. Noon, meaning “afternoon”.

226. Oak, meaning “wood”.

227. Onyx, meaning “black precious stone”.

228. Peak, meaning “mountain”.

229. Pebble, meaning “smooth stone”.

230. Phoenix, meaning “falcon”.

231. Pine, meaning “tree”.

232. Rain, meaning “water”.

233. Rainbow, meaning “colors”.

234. Reed, meaning “grass”.

235. Rhythm, meaning “music”.

236. Ridge, meaning “narrow hilltop”.

237. Rye, meaning “cereal”.

238. Sage, meaning “herb”.

239. Silk, meaning “soft fabric”.

240. Silver, meaning “metal”.

241. Snow, meaning “icy water”.

242. Spring, meaning “warm season”.

243. Steel, meaning “alloy”.

244. Talon, meaning “bird’s claws”.

245. Tiger, meaning “wild animal”.

246. Timber, meaning “wood”.

247. Tornado, meaning “natural disaster”.

248. Tulip, meaning “flower”.

249. Valley, meaning “land between two mountains”.

250. Violet, meaning “flower”.

251. Willow, meaning “tree”.

Kidadl has lots of great baby articles to inspire you. If you liked our suggestions for cool words for names for your baby, then why not take a look at these beautiful names that mean different, unique or rare, or something different like these unusual middle names?

With word names from Genesis to Justice and Miracle to Heaven being used for thousands of children every year, we have to ask when the craze for turning words into baby names might end.

The answer? Quite possibly never, as evidenced by these words-turned-names from the Social Security Administration’s extended list of baby names from 2014. Here are our picks for the most outrageous words that parents are using to name their babies.

Alias

Given that Alias means an assumed name, this choice used for 28 boys last year feels particularly meta. A related name: Cypher, used for eight little boys. We prefer Genuine, a name given to five baby boys.

Awesome

Many of the new word names can be a boon to their bearer’s self-esteem. Eight little boys named last year can say with all sincerity, “I’m Awesome.” Add to that the 25 girls who are Savvy, the 15 each who are Honest and Holy, the 11 of each gender who can call themselves Majestic, the nine boys named Wise and the six who are Handsome.

Boss

Every parent who’s survived life with a newborn knows who’s the Boss, so why not come right out and choose it as your baby’s name? Twelve boys were called Boss last year, with another 26 named Captain, 16 called Chief and 12 named Master. On the girls’ side, there were 24 little Goddesses of their parents’ worlds, along with 10 named (why be modest?) Czarina.

Couture

The world of fashion has been highly influential on baby names, with hundreds of parents naming children after such designers such as Chanel and Armani, models such as Gisele and Elle, and even fabrics like Denim and Velvet. There were 19 boys named Styles in 2014 and nine named Stylez, along with eight girls given the high-fashion name Couture.

Eliminate

Okay, we are trying to imagine how a parent can spin this word-name choice, given to five girls last year, in a positive way. Because Eliminate as in getting rid of waste is not very appealing. And Eliminate as in slang for murder isn’t any better. Maybe it’s one of those words that sounds attractive if you don’t know what it means, like Chaos, used for nine boys, or Jihad, given to 28 hopefully upstanding little boys?

Gamble

Having a baby is a risk, but you probably don’t want to come out and say so with your name choice. Still, five boys were named Gamble last year. Fifty-four boys and 11 girls were named Lucky, while the parents of nine girls decided to go with Trust and another nine chose Fate. Seven girls were called Victorious and six emerged as Winner.

Halo

We suspect that most of the parents who chose to name their 22 baby boys Halo were inspired by the violent video game, but we’re going to focus instead on the beautiful Beyoncé song as well as that circular thing angels wear on their heads. Word names that relate to all things heavenly have long been among the most popular, with Heaven Number 338 in the United States for girls and Nevaeh — Heaven spelled backwards — all the way up at Number 65.

Harsh

There’s a legion of tough new names on the march, and Harsh, used for 18 boys last year, is one of the, well, harshest. There were also eight boys named Ruckus, six named Mayhem, five named Furious and another five called Rage.

Indica and Sativa

For those of you who don’t live in Colorado, Indica and Sativa are the two main varieties of weed. Indica was used as a name for 26 baby girls last year, while Sativa was given to 14 girls. Interestingly, no baby girls were named Marijuana, which is an actual name. Lest you worry the boys were left out, six baby boys were name Kilo.

Kindle

It’s an electronic reading device and now it’s a baby name, used for 15 baby girls last year. We’re not sure what makes Kindle an exclusively female choice, except perhaps its resemblance to Kendall, as in Jenner. Surprisingly, there were no babies named Amazon, though 19 girls were called Apple — and 10 were named Lemon.

Remedy

As with Eliminate, we suspect that at least some of the 27 parents who named their baby girls Remedy were more attracted to its sound than its meaning. While Remedy may be more upbeat than Eliminate, in that it’s a cure for what ails you, few people would want to be named after something you buy in the pharmacy.

Shanty

A Shanty is a rickety shack and it’s also a name given to six baby girls last year. Fourteen girls were called Sham, 12 boys were called Shade, 10 girls were named Sway and five were called Southern. As names, these S-starting choices are all very Shiny — itself used for five baby girls.

Zeppelin

What little girl or boy, or big one for that matter, wants to be named after a giant floating blimp that threatens to explode over the Earth? No one, that’s who, though 42 baby boys and 11 girls were given this name in 2014. Why? It’s a Mystery, used for seven baby girls.