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Character names that are Androgynous

  1. Rene

    • Origin:

      French

    • Meaning:

      "reborn"

    • Description:

      Though it's used for boys, most non-French people would hear it as a girls’ name. Most would be surprised to learn that Rene has always charted in the US Top 1000 for boys.
  2. Carey

    • Origin:

      Irish

    • Meaning:

      "dark, black"

    • Description:

      Carey is a surname name that works equally well on babies of all genders - Jazz great Carey Bell and motorcross champion Carey Hart are just two examples of how handsome this name can be for a boy.
  3. Genesis

    • Origin:

      Word name, Biblical

    • Meaning:

      "the origin and formation of something; The First Book in The Bible"

    • Description:

      Though Genesis is a Top 100 girls' name in the US, it's by all rights a unisex choice.
  4. Anthem

    • Origin:

      American Word Name

    • Description:

      A musical word name with a lot of strength behind it
  5. Aska

    • Description:

      Aska is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Japanese, it can mean 'fragrance of the morning' or 'flying bird,' depending on the kanji characters used. In Nordic countries, particularly Iceland, Aska relates to 'ashes' or may connect to Norse mythology. The name also appears in some Slavic cultures. Aska's brevity and melodic quality make it appealing internationally, as it's easily pronounced across language boundaries. While uncommon in English-speaking countries, it offers a distinctive option with cross-cultural significance. The name carries a certain ethereal quality, evoking natural elements whether interpreted through its Japanese associations with morning and birds or Norse connections to elemental forces.
  6. Pollux

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "crown"

    • Description:

      Castor's twin in the constellation Gemini. That final x makes this name modern and cool.
  7. Cascade

    • Origin:

      English word name

    • Meaning:

      "waterfall"

    • Description:

      It's a nature name evocative of rushing waterfalls. But also a dishwashing detergent.
  8. Haruka

    • Origin:

      Japanese

    • Meaning:

      "distant; spring flower"

    • Description:

      An extremely common Japanese name, especially among women.
  9. Azra

    • Origin:

      Arabic

    • Meaning:

      "virgin"

    • Description:

      Azra is a perennial favorite Arabic name for girls in Turkey, Bosnia and Croatia. In the West, Azra could become a fresher take on Virginia or a more feminine spin on Ezra.
  10. Lynx

    • Origin:

      Animal name

    • Description:

      One of the fierce new animal names new to name lists, helped by its strong x-ending.
  11. Moon

    • Origin:

      Word name

    • Description:

      The original oddball celebrity baby name, via Frank Zappa's daughter Moon Unit, who claims she's always liked it.
  12. Tanwyn

    • Origin:

      Welsh

    • Meaning:

      "white fire"

    • Description:

      Tanwyn is a modern Welsh name that can work for either sex depending on the spelling -- wyn is the traditional boys' spelling, while wen as in Tanwen is the girls' version.

      Famous bearers include surfer Tanwyn Travers and the hero of a Victorian Welsh legend titled Envy Burns Itself.

  13. Pendragon

    • Origin:

      Literary name

    • Meaning:

      "head dragon, chief warrior"

    • Description:

      The epithet of the legendary king's father Uther in Arthurian legend, later also applied to King Arthur himself. It literally means "head dragon" or "dragon's head", but the name appears in medieval Welsh mythology with the figurative meaning of "chief warrior". A truly daring name for a boy, in every sense!
  14. Aaru

    • Origin:

      Egyptian

    • Meaning:

      "peaceful"

    • Description:

      Egyptian mythology place-name with an intriguing sound and appealingly peaceful meaning. Update for Aaron?
  15. Elex

    • Description:

      Elex is an uncommon masculine name with multiple potential origins. It may be a modern variant of Alex or Alexander, offering a distinctive spelling while maintaining familiar pronunciation. Alternatively, it could be an entirely contemporary creation, appreciated for its brevity and the trendy 'x' ending. The name has a sleek, modern feel with just four letters, making it both distinctive and straightforward. Elex has never ranked among popular names in any major English-speaking country, remaining exceedingly rare. This rarity gives the name a unique quality while still being intuitive to pronounce. The name's contemporary sound makes it feel forward-looking and innovative, potentially appealing to parents seeking something modern and distinctive yet not completely unfamiliar in structure.

  16. Quigley

    • Origin:

      Irish

    • Meaning:

      "from the mother's side"

    • Description:

      The spoiled only son of the richest family in town in a fifties movie.
  17. Bexley

    • Origin:

      English place-name

    • Description:

      The name of an affluent suburb of Columbus, Ohio and a section of Greater London, Bexley is increasingly being coopted by parents looking for a novel name in the Kinsley/AInsley/Paisley family. Bexley debuted on the US Top 1000 in 2016 and is definitely one of the trendiest girl names starting with B. Think of it as a 21st century Becky.
  18. Sue

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Susan

    • Description:

      Much-used midcentury diminutive, now fallen far from favor even as a middle name.
  19. Dagger

    • Origin:

      Word name

    • Description:

      Dagger is one of the new badass baby names, a sharp and scary choice that some parents may feel arm their child for battle in a cruel modern world.
  20. Elys

    • Description:

      Elys is a charming feminine name with medieval origins, possibly derived as a shortened form of Elizabeth (meaning 'God is my oath') or as a variant of Alice (meaning 'noble'). This succinct name carries an ethereal, fairy-tale quality reminiscent of medieval literature and folklore. While uncommon in modern usage, Elys has historical precedent in medieval England and France. The name's brevity gives it a contemporary appeal despite its ancient roots, making it attractive to parents seeking a name that is both distinctive and easy to pronounce. With its soft sound and elegant simplicity, Elys offers a unique alternative to more common names while maintaining connections to traditional naming heritage.