Names That Mean Blue

Azul is the Spanish word for "blue" and was first recorded as a baby name (for girls) in 1995. It's technically considered unisex today, although it is still much more common as a feminine name.

Cyane is a mythological Sicilian nymph who lived in a pool and whose name is an intriguing twist on the color name trend.

An intriguing name with two distinct etymologies. It can be a masculine version of Sapphire or Sapphira, relating to the gemstone, or it can be an alternative form of the Arabic name Safir, meaning "ambassador, diplomat".

Mazarine is a deep blue color also used as a first name in honor of Cardinal Mazarin, a leader of France in the 17th century. As a first name, Mazarine is as charming as it is unusual.

While Ivy Blue has made the color a more popular choice for girls, Blues — as in the musical style — could feel more masculine. While some may find it a sad and gloomy choice, thanks to the phrase "having the blues", the musical connection gives it greater potential. It could make for a laid-back name that oozes cool and works as an alternative for those wanting to avoid more obvious choices like Indigo or Hendrix.

Intriguing derivation, though people will assume it's a simplified form of Maura.

Interesting multi-cultural option.

Unusual yet accessible Hawaiian choice. The Noel beginning makes it a possible name for baby girls born at Christmas.

A character name from Avatar: The Last Airbender. Azula is one of the two main antagonists of the series: a Firebender who produces blue flames (hence her name, which is derived from Spanish, Portuguese and Galician azul, meaning "blue").

Oceane (oh-see-EN) has been one of the chicest names in France for several years, ranking in the French Top 50. This is a sophisticated name that could easily cross the ocean, and is much more stylish than the English Ocean or Oceana.

The name of the tragic heroine of Alexander Pushkin's narrative poem The Gypsies, which has been adapted into several dozen ballets and operas. It may also have inspired Prosper Mérimée's novella Carmen, on which the famous opera of the same name was based.

You may be familiar with Celeste, but have you considered this beautiful choice for a boy, currently highly fashionable in France, derived from Latin Caelestis ("of the sky; heavenly").

Teal is one of the prettiest and most straightforward of the new color names -- an ideal middle name choice.

English speakers will think you invented this one, but it's a hidden nature name from the Basque country in present-day Spain. Some may find it too close to "zero" for comfort.

A variation of Nila, a name spread through African by the substantial Indian population there. Also a variant of Neala and Neila.

Marine was trending for a long time in France, but the far right politician Marine (born Marion) LePen has dampened the mood.

Tally is a spirited masculine name with multiple origins and meanings. Most commonly, it derives from the Old French 'tailler' meaning 'to cut,' evolving into an English occupational surname for woodcutters. Alternatively, it can be a shortened form of names like Talbot or Taliesin, the latter being a revered Welsh poet from Arthurian legends. Tally also functions in everyday language as a word meaning 'to count' or 'keep score,' lending it numerical associations. As a first name, it remains uncommon for boys, giving it a distinctive quality. With its cheerful sound and two-syllable rhythm ending in the playful 'y,' Tally conveys a friendly, approachable character. This succinct name balances casual charm with historical depth, appealing to parents seeking something brief yet meaningful.

The African tradition of day naming—giving a child a name inspired by the day, time, or season in which they were born—has become attractive to Western parents as word names increase in use. Midnight is a relatively new addition to the pool—it was used as a middle name by Nicole Richie and Joel Madden for their son in 2009.

Has a gemlike glow, as in Sapphire.

This name of both a grayish-greenish-blue color and a kind of wild duck can be used for both boys and girls.