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Nature, Place and Word Names · Unisex Baby Names

999+ Nature Names for Babies

Sophie Kihm

By Sophie Kihm · Updated September 2026

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Hydrangea
Flower name, from Greek
"water vessel"
Prettier than the other name the plant goes by, Hortensia.
Ianthe
Greek
"purple flower"
Like Violet, Lavender and Lilac, Ianthe is a purple flower name. Chosen by the poet Shelley for his daughter, Ianthe has a poetic, romantic, almost ethereal quality. In the ancient myth, she was the…
Ibai
Basque
"river"
This short, cool nature name has been very popular in its native region in recent years, making the Basque Top 10 for the last few years on record.
Iben
Norwegian, Danish, Frisian
"ebony; supplanter; yew wood"
This unisex name ranks among the most popular girl names in Norway, though it has a number of different roots. On one hand, it can be derived from the Danish ibenholt meaning "ebony", making it a…
Idra
Aramaic
"fig tree"
Idra is one of the less obvious botanical names. In ancient times, a fig tree was a symbol of learning, peace, and prosperity.
Ilara
Variation of Hilarius
"happy, cheerful"
Uplifting name that's technically for boys but practically would work much better for girls.
Ilex
Latin
"holly; holm oak"
The Latin name for the holly (or the holm oak) tree would make an interesting nature-inspired alternative to Alex and Felix.
Iluka
Australian Aboriginal
"by the sea"
This Yaygir Aboriginal name is the name of two towns in Australia and is also occasionally spotted as a name. Meaning "by the sea" the name is perfect for beach-going families.
Iraia
Basque
"fern"
Iraia is one of those uncommon names that have two different meanings and derivations, one female and one male. The girls' version is a Basque name found throughout the Mediterranean with a nature…
Irati
Basque
"fern field"
For the parent who genuinely wants something different, this nature choice is popular in Spain. Downside: connection to words irate and irritation.
Isle
English
"small island"
Isla is a contemporary gem, so why not Isle? As an English word name, it takes you straight to the literal definition — a small island — which could have an appealing, aspirational ring to it, for…
Isle
English
"small island"
Isle is a super rare nature name that sounds like an appealing unisex form of Isla.
Ixora
Botanical name
Ixora is a type of flowering plant which in tropical climates flower all year round. Ixora is important in Hindu worship. Ixora is also the name of an album by Florida-based band Copeland.
Jacaranda
Spanish, Portuguese, Tupi-Guarani flower name
"fragrant"
Distinctive and charming nature name that blends elements of Jacqueline and Amanda.
Jaguar
Animal name
Grrrr.
Jamaica
Native American place name
"rich in springs"
Among the least gimmicky, most appealing and colorful of all the names found in the atlas, Jamaica almost sings out the rhythms of the West Indies. Part of the Greater Antilles in the Caribbean,…
Jarrah
botanical name
Jarrah is the name of a beautiful Australian tree famous for its richly-colored red timber and lovely scent. Jarrah may be used for both girls and boys.
Jasmin
Bosnian, Persian
"jasmine flower"
Pronounced as YAHS-min, this masculine form of the floral Jasmine is notably used in Bosnia where it ranked in the Top 100 back in the 2010s. It is also familiar in Czechia where it has made the Top…
Javor
Serbian tree name
"maple tree"
Javor is the Serbian word for Maple tree. It makes a definitively masculine and interesting choice for the nature inclined namer.
Jonquil
English flower name, from Latin
"reed"
Jonquil is an unusual flower name that is less outlandish than Daffodil and less common than Daisy. It just might appeal to parents seeking a singular botanical option. Unlike most flower names,…