Pet Bird Names

The Icelandic word for "hawk" and recent addition to the Icelandic name pool. It was derived from the Old Norse word haukr, also meaning "hawk."

More common as a surname, Galvin is a possible alternative to Gavin and Calvin.

Well, parents are naming their children Eden and Heaven...so why not?

Sacagawea (or, sometimes, Sakakawea or Sacajawea) was a Lemhi Shoshone woman who was instrumental to the Lewis and Clark Expedition across what is now the western part of the USA. She traveled thousands of miles with the men, helping to make contact with local indigenous populations and providing valuable information about the natural history of the region.

A very distinctive musical choice, but be aware that many people will think you've named your child Oprah.

Used as a name as well as a compound in many Cherokee words, including the clan name Anitsiskwa, or "Bird Clan."

Name that makes a dramatic musical statement.

This is the sort of name a four-year-old would make up for himself.

This is a big name, both in heritage and sound. On the right child, this could be inspired, but others may shrink from all the connotations. While your preferred nickname for this option might be Col (or Kit if you're connecting it to Christopher Columbus), you may end up with the slightly more cumbersome "Bus" as the short-form.

Hen is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Hebrew, it means "grace" or "charm," conveying beauty and elegance. It's also found as a diminutive form of Henrietta or similar names in some European cultures. In Chinese, different characters pronounced as Hen can have various meanings. The name's brevity gives it a modern, minimalist appeal while its cross-cultural presence offers versatility. Though uncommon as a standalone name in many Western countries, its simplicity aligns with the trend toward short, distinctive names. Hen's compact form belies its rich meaning, particularly in Hebrew contexts where it represents an admired quality of graceful behavior and appearance.

Fringilla Vigo is a sorceress and villain in The Witcher series. Her name comes from a genus of singing finches.

A surname associated these days with Breaking Bad actor Bryan Cranston.

Brittle.

Colorful middle name choice.

A quetzal is a beautiful, brightly-colored bird found in Mexico and Central America. It is the national bird of Guatemala, as well as the name of their currency.

A striking Nordic name with ancient roots, Svala (and its less common variant form Svale) derive from the Old Norse name for the swallow. This could be a great choice for nature lovers and fans of Edith Piaf (piaf being a term for a swallow).

According to Cherokee legend, hummingbirds were healers, helping those in medical crises.

The given name of Conocotocko II, or Standing Turkey, a Cherokee chief in the 18th century. He advised the tribe to go to war against the then-colonies of South Carolina, North Carolina, and Virginia.

Dyveke is related to the Frisian word düveke, which means "dove", as well as to the name Dietlinde.

The French and Spanish word for "hummingbird" is lithe and charming as a girl name.