Blue and Green Names

A very popular girls' name in Japan with an unfortunate English pronunciation: picture a toddler with a hurt knee saying "owee."

A fresh Dutch take on George, although you’re likely to get pronunciation errors upon first meetings.

One of the new color names that is catching on, invoking a calm, blue-green-sea feeling.

Ervine is a masculine name with Scottish and Irish Gaelic roots, derived from the name Ervin or Irving. The name likely originated from the Scottish place name 'Irvine' or from Celtic elements meaning 'green water' or 'fresh water.' Ervine carries a dignified, somewhat scholarly tone and has never been extremely common, giving it a distinctive quality. The name saw modest usage in the early 20th century but has since become quite rare. With its gentle sound but strong consonants, Ervine balances masculinity with refinement. It appeals to parents seeking an uncommon name with Celtic heritage that still feels accessible and pronounceable. Ervine's vintage quality aligns with the trend of reviving older, distinguished names with historical substance.

This international color name, close enough to the English to be easily understood in the US or other English-speaking countries, ranks among the top names for girls in Italy.

A common Vietnamese name heard for both boys and girls in the U.S.

Odran is a masculine name of Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic 'Ódhrán' meaning 'pale green' or 'sallow.' This ancient name was borne by several Irish saints, including a 6th-century monk who was St. Columba's charioteer and reportedly offered himself to be buried alive as a sacrifice to consecrate a monastery on Iona. Odran combines historical depth with a distinctive sound that feels both traditional and fresh to modern ears. While common in Ireland through the centuries, it remains relatively rare internationally, giving it an air of distinctive Celtic heritage. The name's brevity and strong consonant sounds give it a masculine feel, while its vowel pattern creates a melodic quality. Odran offers parents a name with authentic Irish roots and historical significance that remains uncommon yet accessible.

A beautiful Urdu name with a musical sound and a lovely celestial meaning. Sitara got a boost in 2022, potentially from the award-winning 2020 short film "Sitara: Let Girls Dream", bringing awareness to the issue of child marriage.

Verde is an uncommon color name with a Latinate accent, perfect for a spring baby.

Blu is a new (nu?) spin on an increasingly popular color name, also spelled Blue and Bleu by celebrity parents. Blu is the spelling used for one of the (male) Waldrop quintuplets, but the name is gender neutral.