Nature, Place and Word Names

Baby names drawn from nature, from places, and from words are the focus of these news stories and analysis on the latest baby name trends and most recent lists of popular names. For more news. lists, names, and inspiration on nature names, place names, and word names, visit our Unique Names page.

Valentine’s Day Baby Names Mean Love
Thu Feb 13 2025

Valentine’s Day Baby Names Mean Love

Our ultimate guide to Valentine's Day names meaning love, heart, and all things sweet, plus some gems from mythology and literature. Will you choose one for your little lovebug?
Autumn Names: Colorful and Cozy
Tue Sep 24 2024

Autumn Names: Colorful and Cozy

Expecting a Fall baby, or just love this time of year? There's a rich harvest of autumnal names to choose from, inspired by nature, colors, festivals, and of course names meaning Autumn itself.
Positive Baby Names Lift the Spirits
Sun Aug 25 2024

Positive Baby Names Lift the Spirits

From Joy to Jazz, these word names are fresh, uplifting, and positively in style.
Secret Nature Names Bring the Outside In
Tue Aug 20 2024

Secret Nature Names Bring the Outside In

Secret nature names are the outdoorsy choices with a more subtle connection to the natural world. They still feel fresh and appealing, but they hide their secret nature behind a cool or classic exterior.
Brand Names Become Baby Names
Mon Aug 19 2024

Brand Names Become Baby Names

Brand name or baby name? They're both! Take a look at the baby names that were inspired by popular brand names in 2023 — some of them might surprise you.
Water Names Make a Splash
Mon Aug 12 2024

Water Names Make a Splash

Dive into a refreshing pool of names inspired by oceans, lakes, rivers and more, perfect for your water babe.
200+ Unique and Amazing Nature Names
Sun Jul 28 2024

200+ Unique and Amazing Nature Names

Beyond popular nature-inspired choices like Lily and River, Mother Nature has an abundance of beautiful rare names.
Spanish Nature Names Soar Beyond Luna
Thu Jul 11 2024

Spanish Nature Names Soar Beyond Luna

Move over Luna, here are our picks of the best Spanish nature names of 2024.
Maori Names Take the Stage
Wed Jul 03 2024

Maori Names Take the Stage

Māori names range from cool international favorites like Ari and Maia to rare gems like Aroha and Matiu. We round up some of the best Māori baby names and their meanings.
The 27+ Best Beachy Baby Names
Sat Jun 29 2024

The 27+ Best Beachy Baby Names

Beach-combing for summery baby names and digging up some surprising treasures.
Flower Names for Boys Are Blooming
Sat Jun 22 2024

Flower Names for Boys Are Blooming

Flower names for boys are a fresh take on nature names, far rarer and more unexpected than their female counterparts. Discover some of our favorite floral boy names here.
Summer Baby Names: The Ultimate Guide
Sat Jun 08 2024

Summer Baby Names: The Ultimate Guide

Summer baby names call to mind long, lazy summer days spent soaking up nature in all its glory. Here, our ultimate guide to all things summer names: from the most popular to the most unique summer names for girls and boys.
Rose Alternatives: Fresh Twists on a Classic
Fri Jun 07 2024

Rose Alternatives: Fresh Twists on a Classic

Searching for alternatives to the classic girl name Rose? We've got a wealth of fresh options for you, ripe for the picking!
Island Names for Babies: What's mainstream on the mainland
Tue Jun 04 2024

Island Names for Babies: What's mainstream on the mainland

What could be more appealing than the name of a cool, serene island — especially with the summer months right around the corner? Here are our picks of the best, from Capri to Rhodes.
June Baby Names Welcome the Summer!
Sat Jun 01 2024

June Baby Names Welcome the Summer!

June baby names include sweet summery choices meaning sun and sea, as well as names that celebrate June's most famous figures, feasts, and festivals.
Night Names are Heavenly
Sat May 25 2024

Night Names are Heavenly

Night names take their cues from the stars, moon, and mythological deities of the night sky. Explore our guide to 100+ nighttime baby names.
Thu May 23 2024

Lost Names Back in the Charts!

These names dropped off the charts for years, but now they're back! Including vintage nicknames and long-lost word names, which of these are back for good?
Flower Name Meanings Hold Secrets
Fri May 03 2024

Flower Name Meanings Hold Secrets

Flower name meanings hold secrets related to sentiments and relationships that Victorians used to convey hidden messages. Discover the secret meanings of your favorite popular and uncommon flower names.
Arbor Day Names: If You Love the Tree but Not the Name
Fri Apr 26 2024

Arbor Day Names: If You Love the Tree but Not the Name

For Arbor Day, we offer interesting alternatives to some of the common tree names.
Four Elements Baby Names Are Grounded in Nature
Mon Apr 22 2024

Four Elements Baby Names Are Grounded in Nature

Earth, air, fire, and water inspire a class of subtle nature names tied to the classical elements.
18 Brand-New Nature Names
Sat Apr 13 2024

18 Brand-New Nature Names

From Nameberry's constantly growing database, the newest nature names to be added.
Short Names: the Ultimate Guide
Sun Apr 07 2024

Short Names: the Ultimate Guide

Short names pack a lot of punch into just a few letters. Here are nine different styles of mini-name to consider, whether you're more into John, June or Jax.
Italian Place Names: Straight From The Map
Wed Apr 03 2024

Italian Place Names: Straight From The Map

Italy's cities, islands, and even rivers can make great baby names! We dive into all the Italian place names that parents are using now, from popular choices like Siena to rarities like Venice and Loreto.
Easter Names: the Ultimate Guide
Sun Mar 31 2024

Easter Names: the Ultimate Guide

Easter names are Springy, symbolic, and spiritual. They include common names connected to nature, such as Lily and Willow, as well as rare names with meanings related to rabbits, rebirth, palms — even eggs!
March Baby Names Let The Sunshine In!
Sat Mar 02 2024

March Baby Names Let The Sunshine In!

In like a lion, out like a lamb. March baby names usher in the spring, so fresh nature names abound in our round-up of the best names for March babies.