Tomboy Baby Names

By Deleted User

Updated Mon Mar 28 2022

Here are some of the prettiest unisex names on Nameberry that would look lovely on girls.

Berlin
Del
- Description:
  Del is a concise feminine name with multiple origins. It can be a diminutive of names like Adele, Adelaide, or Delilah, but also stands independently. In Spanish, 'del' means 'of the,' giving the name a romantic quality when used as part of longer traditional Spanish names. As an English name, it has Old English roots meaning 'from the valley.' Del gained modest popularity in the mid-20th century but remains relatively uncommon, making it an appealing choice for parents seeking a simple yet distinctive name. Its brevity gives it a modern feel, while its various etymological connections provide cultural depth. Del has a strength and simplicity that works well in contemporary naming trends that favor short, gender-flexible names with historical roots.

Quinn
- Origin:
  Irish
- Meaning:
  "descendant of Conn, chief leader, intelligence"
- Description:
  Quinn is one of the first popular Irish unisex surnames, a strong and attractive choice on the rise for girls but still popular for boys. Quinn was used for about 2600 baby girls and 600 boys in the US last year.
River
- Origin:
  Nature name
- Description:
  Most of the notable Rivers have been male, but this nature name certainly flows as well for a girl. The name River is still rising for both genders, with about 3500 baby boys receiving the name last year vs. 1900 baby girls.
Robin
- Origin:
  Bird name, or English, diminutive of Robert
- Meaning:
  "bright fame"
- Description:
  After a 60 year slide down the popularity ladder, Robin made a turnaround in 2020 and began climbing back into favor for baby girls. One reason may be its new status as one of the most evenly-divided gender neutral names.

Rune
Thames
- Origin:
  Nature name
- Description:
  This name of London's famous river (it's pronounced tehms) might be an evocative if confusing choice for a non-British child. But if you want an unmistakably British girl name, this would be a clear choice.
Tristen
- Description:
  Tristen is a feminine name with Germanic origins, though it's used for both genders in modern times. It's a variant spelling of Tristan, from the Celtic legend of Tristan and Isolde, a tragic romance from medieval literature. The name likely derives from the Celtic elements "drest" or "drust," meaning "riot" or "tumult." This spelling variation emerged in the late 20th century as parents sought alternative forms of traditional names. As a feminine name, Tristen offers a soft yet strong sound with its crisp consonants balanced by the gentle ending. While never reaching high popularity, it saw modest usage in the 1990s and early 2000s in the United States. The name carries romantic, literary associations while its unusual spelling gives it a contemporary edge for girls.

Vale
- Origin:
  Geographical name
- Description:
  Today Show anchor Savannah Guthrie put this name of a geographical feature on the baby name map when she chose it for her newborn daughter, Vale Guthrie Feldman. Vale might be considered part nature name, part place name: A vale is a kind of valley, often used in poetry. This truly unique choice doesn't even register on the US extended list of names given to five babies or more, but we expect Vale to register as parents are inspired by Guthrie and husband Mike Feldman's creative choice. More prosaicly, Vale might be a short form of Valerie or Valentina.