Character names that are Androgynous

  1. Verve
    • Origin:

      English word name, French
    • Meaning:

      "vigour, spirit"
    • Description:

      A vibrant and energetic noun name, chosen by actress Shawnee Smith for her daughter, Verve has plenty of zest packed into a stylish single syllable. Borrowed from French, it means "spirit, vigour, vivacity".
  2. Future
    • Origin:

      English word name
    • Meaning:

      "that is to be"
    • Description:

      A forward-looking word name.
  3. Hero
    • Origin:

      Greek
    • Meaning:

      "demi-god"
    • Description:

      Though the mythological Hero was female, this name might prove too big a responsibility for a little guy to shoulder.
  4. Tangerine
    • Origin:

      Word name
    • Description:

      We've had Apples, Plums, Peaches, Cherries, and Berries added to the fruit basket: you could be the first to pick a Tangerine.
  5. Pascoe
    • Origin:

      English and Cornish variation of Pascale
    • Meaning:

      "Easter"
    • Description:

      Updates the old religious day name.
  6. Elex
    • Description:

      Elex is an uncommon masculine name with multiple potential origins. It may be a modern variant of Alex or Alexander, offering a distinctive spelling while maintaining familiar pronunciation. Alternatively, it could be an entirely contemporary creation, appreciated for its brevity and the trendy 'x' ending. The name has a sleek, modern feel with just four letters, making it both distinctive and straightforward. Elex has never ranked among popular names in any major English-speaking country, remaining exceedingly rare. This rarity gives the name a unique quality while still being intuitive to pronounce. The name's contemporary sound makes it feel forward-looking and innovative, potentially appealing to parents seeking something modern and distinctive yet not completely unfamiliar in structure.

  7. Silence
    • Origin:

      Word name
    • Description:

      The Puritans used it as a virtue name -- but today it would just be considered weird: silence is no longer golden.
  8. Power
    • Origin:

      Word name
    • Description:

      A mighty name that gets straight to the point. Power could fall under the category of modern virtue names, although it's stronger-willed than current favorites True, Zen, and Justice.
  9. Pinky
    • Description:

      Pinky is an unconventional masculine name that originated as a nickname before occasionally being used as a given name. It typically refers to the smallest finger on the hand or the pinkish color. As a given name for boys, it remains quite rare in Western countries but has seen some usage in India and other South Asian communities. The name carries playful, endearing qualities that challenge traditional masculine naming conventions. Pinky may be used as a diminutive for names like Peter or Paul in some cases, though increasingly it stands on its own. Parents choosing this name might appreciate its cheerful connotations and distinctive character that sets their son apart from more conventional names.

  10. Abijah
    • Origin:

      Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "God is my father"
    • Description:

      Abijah, which you might think of as Abigail with rhythm, is the name of both female and male personages in the Bible. A biblical Queen Abijah was the daughter, wife, and mother of kings. The name is pronounced with a long i, to rhyme with Elijah.
  11. Amasa
    • Origin:

      Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "burden"
    • Description:

      Amasa is a rare Biblical name borne by two figures. One is the son of Abigail and nephew of King David, who named him commander of the rebels. This Amasa met a tragic end when he was murdered by Joab. The other Biblical Amasa was one of the Children of Ephraim.
  12. Kirin
    • Origin:

      Chinese mythological name
    • Description:

      Kirin is a unisex name by virtue of representing a mythological creature that is part horse and part dragon and combines qualities that are both male and female. This is one Chinese name that translates beautifully to the Western world, where it resembles Kieran for boys, Kyra or Karen for girls.
  13. Truth
    • Origin:

      English word name
    • Meaning:

      "truth"
    • Description:

      With the first name True receiving a Kardashian dose of popularity for girls, Truth is gaining in visibility too. Though its still more popular for boys two to one, the truth is that the name works equally well for both genders -- but may inspire a lot of puns.
  14. Guitar
    • Origin:

      Word name
    • Description:

      Toni Morrison, a master of character naming, coined this one for the best friend of hero Milkman Dead in Song of Solomon. Definitely a cool choice, with a twang.
  15. Piano
    • Origin:

      Music name
    • Description:

      If Banjo can be a name, why not Piano? Could be inspired by prize-winning architect Renzo Piano.
  16. Stockard
    • Origin:

      English
    • Meaning:

      "tree stump"
    • Description:

      Stockard Channing -- "West Wing" 's first lady -- picked this strong, Waspy first name over her original, Susan.
  17. Calendar
    • Origin:

      Word name
    • Description:

      If you don't want to limit yourself to one month of the year, this unique baby name offers the plus of the friendly nickname, Cal.
  18. Fairfax
    • Origin:

      English
    • Meaning:

      "blond"
    • Description:

      Place name and surname that sounds a tad snooty.
  19. Meadowlark
    • Origin:

      Bird name
    • Description:

      Meadowlark Lemon, known as the "Clown Prince" of the Harlem Globetrotters, played professional basketball for an astonishing 40 years. Lemon's original name was Meadow, as was his father's and his grandfather's, but he legally changed it to Meadowlark.
  20. Quanah
    • Origin:

      Native American, Comanche
    • Meaning:

      "sweet smelling, fragrant"
    • Description:

      Name of a major figure in Indigenous history, Quanah Parker, a Comanche chief who became a judge on the Court of Indian Affairs.