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forest-related names for nemophilists

  1. Atwood

    • Origin:

      English surname

    • Meaning:

      "from the place by the wood"

    • Description:

      Family surname or feminist statement name? Either way, this literary surname has a cool, current sound.
  2. Elswyth

    • Origin:

      Anglo-Saxon

    • Meaning:

      "strong temple"

    • Description:

      An Anglo-Saxon name borne by the queen of Alfred the Great. American novelist Helen Ricker wrote under the pen-name Elswyth Thane. Variants include Elswith, Ealswith and Ealhswith.
  3. Forester

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "dweller near the woods"

    • Description:

      Woodsy names are fashionable for boys, as are surnames and occupational names, so Forester scores on all three. It can also be spelled Forrester.
  4. Cedar

    • Origin:

      English and French from Latin tree name

    • Meaning:

      "cedar tree"

    • Description:

      A fresh and fragrant nature name, Cedar is one of the new tree/wood names that parents are starting to consider. A unisex option, for every one girl called Cedar, there are currently two boys. Nevertheless, its similarity to Selah, Celia, Freda, Sailor, and Ida could mean it doesn't feel out of place for any gender.
  5. Yardley

    • Origin:

      English surname

    • Meaning:

      "wood clearing"

    • Description:

      Yardley is an English surname with a distinguished vibe, a la Chauncey and Clancy. Extremely rare for either sex, it would make a stand-out choice that still fits in with current trends.
  6. Sylva

    • Origin:

      Czech form of Silvia

    • Meaning:

      "from the woods"

    • Description:

      Sleek and sharp Sylva is the Czech variation of Silvia. It could equally double up as a word-adjacent name in English, thanks to its similarity to the metal Silver.
  7. Park

    • Origin:

      Word name

    • Description:

      A grassy place with trees is a nice image to attach to a name.
  8. Walker

    • Origin:

      English occupational name

    • Meaning:

      "cloth walker"

    • Description:

      Walker is an outdoorsy, Old Western-style name that leapt into the US Top 100 for boys back in 2022. Now, like a number of occupational names before it (think Sawyer, Palmer, and Parker), Walker is being used for an increasing number of girls.
  9. Oihan

    • Origin:

      Basque

    • Meaning:

      "forest"

    • Description:

      An unusual-sounding name used in Basque-speaking parts of France and Spain.
  10. Dera

    • Description:

      Dera is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Irish traditions, it may be related to the name Deirdre, meaning "sorrowful" or "broken-hearted" in Gaelic mythology. In African contexts, particularly Nigerian, Dera can mean "peace" or "goodness" in Igbo. The name also appears in Eastern European cultures as a diminutive form of names like Theodora. This cross-cultural presence gives Dera versatility and global appeal. The name is characterized by its brevity and gentle sound, making it both distinctive and accessible. While never achieving widespread popularity in Western countries, Dera maintains consistent usage across various communities, appealing to parents seeking a simple yet uncommon name with cultural significance.

  11. Upwood

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "upper forest"

    • Description:

      Even more uppity than Upton.
  12. Sylvaine

    • Description:

      Sylvaine is a feminine French name derived from Latin "silva" meaning "forest" or "woodland." This elegant name carries connotations of natural beauty and has historical usage primarily in France and French-speaking regions. Related to the masculine Sylvain, Sylvaine represents a classic French feminine form that has never been extremely common but has maintained a steady presence. The name evokes images of wooded landscapes and carries a sophisticated, slightly ethereal quality. Sylvaine appeals to parents seeking a name with French cultural connections and nature associations. With its melodic sound and refined ending, Sylvaine offers a distinctive alternative to more common nature-inspired names while maintaining a timeless, elegant character.

  13. Busby

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "shrub farm"

    • Description:

      A busby is the English name for the fur military headdress originally worn by the Hungarian hussars. As a first name, Busby is also the unique name of iconic movie choreographer Busby Berkeley.
  14. Silvain

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "wood, forest"

    • Description:

      Woodsy name referring to the Roman tree god Silvanus.
  15. Firth

    • Origin:

      Scottish nature name

    • Meaning:

      "estuary or arm of the sea"

    • Description:

      Highly unusual water name -- and actor Colin surname -- with a Scottish burr. Firth derives from the Old Norse word fjord.
  16. Xylon

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "the forest"

    • Description:

      Sounds like the name of a new synthetic fabric.
  17. Aranya

    • Origin:

      Sanskrit

    • Description:

      This pretty name is most commonly used in Southeast Asia, although Westerners might recognize it as the middle name of Owen Wilson's daughter Lyla.
  18. Ardian
    • Arwood
      • Berewold