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forest-related names for nemophilists

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. Sylvanus

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "wood; forest"

    • Description:

      Sylvanus or Silvanus was the Roman god of the forest whose name is much more often found today in such variations as Sylvia, Sylvie and even Silas than in its original form. But if you're looking for a genuine mythological or Ancient Roman name with a nature connection, this might be the perfect choice.
  4. Cedar

    • Origin:

      English 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. Silvain

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "wood, forest"

    • Description:

      Woodsy name referring to the Roman tree god Silvanus.
  6. Sylvana

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "from the forest"

    • Description:

      Sleek, woodsy European choice.
  7. 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.

  8. 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.
  9. Oihan

    • Origin:

      Basque

    • Meaning:

      "forest"

    • Description:

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

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "dweller near a pear tree"

    • Description:

      Perrie, a soft and playful twist on Perry, gained attention through Perrie Edwards, singer of the British girl group Little Mix. With its sleek -ie ending, Perrie fits right in with rising unisex names and stylish picks like Frankie and Stevie.
  11. 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.
  12. 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.
  13. Park

    • Origin:

      Word name

    • Description:

      A grassy place with trees is a nice image to attach to a name.
  14. 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.
  15. 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.
  16. Upwood

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "upper forest"

    • Description:

      Even more uppity than Upton.
  17. Xylon

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "the forest"

    • Description:

      Sounds like the name of a new synthetic fabric.
  18. Ardian
    • Arwood
      • Berewold