Unisex Names News
Unisex names, those that can be used for both boys and girls, are the topic of the news stories here, from names that have changed gender identity over time to names that are used for both sexes today. Get the latest updates on gender neutral names in these news stories.
Mon Apr 21 2025
Surnames That Make Great Unisex Baby Names
100+ cool, modern, unisex last names that are used as first names for equal numbers of boys and girls.
Mon Jan 20 2025
Unisex Girl Names: the Past, Present, and Future
Names like Everly, Piper and Aubrey are modern, no-frills choices that feel gender-neutral but lean more to the girls. Find out more hot names in this style, plus more that are waiting to be discovered.
Thu Oct 24 2024
Truly Gender-Neutral Names: The Most Balanced of Them All
Gender-Neutral names are used in equal numbers for girls and boys. Using the latest data, we've calculated which names qualify as gender-neutral today.
Fri Oct 04 2024
Names That Let You Have It Both Ways
As Hannah Montana once said, "It's the best of both worlds" — timeless, traditional baby names with fun and quirky nicknames that will allow your child to be a superstar on any playground.
Thu Sep 19 2024
The Top Unisex Names in Every US State
What are the top unisex names where you live? We reveal the most popular names used for both boys and girls in every US state. Some states are in line with national favorites Logan and Avery, while others go their own unique way.
Mon Sep 09 2024
Vintage Surname Names Come Back Around
Vintage surname names? Yes, this modern trend isn't so modern after all. See the top surname names from a century ago, along with unique choices from our secret source.
Mon Sep 02 2024
100 Unique Unisex Names for Girls
Over a hundred unique baby girl names with a unisex feel and a lot of style.
Sun Aug 18 2024
Unique Unisex Names for Boys
Looking for a cool boy name that's not too masculine? These names are both unisex and rare, going beyond gender and standing out in their own right.
Fri Jun 28 2024
Unisex Names Across the Atlantic
Unisex names are more complex than you'd think! We take a deep dive into the data to reveal the top unisex names with a totally different gender balance in the US vs UK.
Mon Jun 24 2024
50 Rare Gender-Neutral Names Heating Up
Gender-neutral names are getting so popular these days that we see dozens of rare and unique unisex picks finding new favor with parents.
Tue Jun 18 2024
Don't Name Your Daughter Harper
Harper is a fine name, but after a decade near the top of the list, it's time to look to the next generation of surname names for girls, Goodbye Harper, Madison, Riley, and hello Hollis, Madigan, and Ripley!
Wed Jun 12 2024
America's Top Unisex Names of 2023
Do you like modern names that work for both girls and boys? Get inspiration from the most popular unisex names right now.
Sun Jun 02 2024
Pride Icon Names Celebrate Diversity
In honor of Pride Month 2024, we've rounded up some of the greatest Pride icon names and the inspiring people and stories behind them.
Sat Apr 13 2024
18 Brand-New Nature Names
From Nameberry's constantly growing database, the newest nature names to be added.
Fri Apr 05 2024
Soft Boy Names Are Sensitive And Strong
Soft boy names are the antidote to the hyper-macho names that have been trending in recent years. The new softer sound in male names reflects society's changing perception of masculinity.
Tue Feb 27 2024
Last Names as First Names: Welcome to the Next Wave
Each generation has its own favorite surname baby names. Meet the next wave of up-and-coming last names, and discover cool, fresh alternatives to the popular choices.
Wed Jan 31 2024
Boy Names for Girls Reach New Heights
Ever met a girl named Ezra? It's more common than you might think. Parents are increasingly using boy names for girls — we crunch the latest numbers.
Mon Dec 11 2023
Surprisingly International Baby Names
What are surprisingly international baby names? They're names that are uncommon in the US, but have roots in multiple languages, and work in many more!
Sun Nov 12 2023
Unisex Names That Switched From Boy to Girl
Think Harper, Lauren, and Madison are girl names? 100 years ago they were given only to boys. Discover 50+ more names that swapped from male to female.
Mon Sep 11 2023
Unisex Baby Names: But Are They Really?
Unisex names are attracting more and more attention for babies of both sexes – but “unisex” doesn’t always mean “gender-neutral”. These unisex baby names are still strongly gendered in the US.
Thu Jul 21 2022
Baby Name DNA: Name Generator of the Future
Baby Name DNA is a revolutionary name generator designed to analyze your name style and match you with the perfect names.
Sat Aug 21 2021
The Most Nonbinary Names in Every State
Are Angel and Amani gender-neutral? It depends where you live. We found the names in every state that were given to exactly the same number of girls and boys. Prepare for some surprises, and maybe some new names for your list.
Mon Aug 09 2021
Gender-Bending Baby Names
Gender-bending baby names are the choice of many celebrities.
Fri Nov 06 2020
Gender Neutral Names Changing Direction
Is Sage more likely to be a boy or a girl? Some surprising shifts in the directions of unisex names.
Wed Oct 28 2020
How I Named My Babies: Nico Gianna & Jasper Graham
Alanna Shore, stay-at-home parent, and her husband Keith, artist and art director of Mikkeller Beer, live in Bucks County, Pennsylvania with their four children. In May they welcomed their latest arrivals, twins named Nico Gianna and Jasper Graham. Here, Alanna shares the story of how she and Keith named their babies. How long did it […]