Nature, Place and Word Names · Cool Baby Names
By Sophie Kihm · Updated September 2026
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English word name
"attractive"
For more exciting options with the same meaning, try Jolie, Marini, or Reiko.
"shining or glowing brightly"
A big name to bestow upon a baby, but in line with word names that are becoming increasingly fashionable, such as Legend, Miracle, and Royal.
A big name to bestow upon a baby, but in line with word names that are becoming increasingly fashionable, such as Legend and Royal.
Literary and word name
Remarkable Pettibone was a self-important housekeeper in James Fenimore Cooper's The Pioneers . Such names were not uncommon in early America, with such choices as Remember and Experience showing up…
"having or relating to rhythm"
A bouncy, energetic word name that is sure to be one-of-a-kind, Rhythmic would work for a boy or a girl.
Saint came into the celebrity baby spotlight by way of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West's son and joined the Top 1000 on the boys' list in 2018. Saintly could be a way to transition this virtuous title…
Saint came into the celebrity baby spotlight by way of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West's son and joined the Top 1000 on the boys' list in 2018. Saintly could be a fresh, offbeat version for parents…
Shiny is an uncommon masculine name with modern origins as an English vocabulary word. Unlike traditional names with historical roots, Shiny is considered a contemporary word name derived directly…
"reserved, timid"
Not the most aspirational word names you could give to a child, although it does work as a nickname. Kim Kardashian and Kanye West's daughter Chicago is often called Chi, pronounced "shy."
"unaccompanied"
Solo is a singular word name with special meaning for Star Wars fans. Equally appropriate for girls and boys, it works especially well in the middle.
"magnificent"
As unique word names pop up more and more in the media by way of celebrity babies, the door is opened for all sorts of adjectives as names. Splendid would make for an unexpected and unusual virtue…
"starry"
A glittering alternative to Stormi.
A brilliant choice, but one that has more potential for baby girls.
"of the stars"
This cosmological name is given to a handful of boys and girls each year in the USA. Likely to get confused with Stella, but definitely edgier and likely to start a conversation.
This cosmological name is given to a handful of boys and girls each year in the USA. Likely to get confused with Stella or Stellan.
"powerful, solid"
Many parents are seeking a strong name--well there's no denying that Strong fits that bill.
"excellent, powerful, brilliant"
A big, superlative name to bestow upon a child, but also in line with names that Top US hits like Royal, Saint, and Chosen. Associated with superpowers, Superman, and work well done, it was chosen by…
Word Name
Tobey Maguire added this name to the pool in 2006 when he used it as the middle name for his daughter Ruby. It's best kept to the middle.
