Bird Names for Boys and Girls

  1. Swift
    • Origin:

      English, Irish
    • Meaning:

      "quick, windblown"
    • Description:

      Surname with strong ties to singer Taylor Swift and writer Jonathan Swift. It could make a fun and quirky middle name.
  2. Starling
    • Origin:

      Bird name
    • Description:

      Unusual choice that was the original name of children's illustrator Tasha Tudor, but is an interesting elaboration of Star, taking it into avian territory.
  3. Myna
    • Description:

      Myna is an uncommon feminine name with several possible origins. It may be a variant of Mina, which has roots in multiple cultures, including German, where it serves as a diminutive of Wilhelmina, meaning "determined protector." In Hindu and Sanskrit traditions, Myna could relate to the Sanskrit word for "fish" or reference the mynah bird, known for its ability to mimic sounds and speech. The name may also be a form of the Arabic Muna, meaning "wish" or "desire." Despite its melodic quality and distinctive character, Myna remains relatively rare in English-speaking countries, giving it an exotic and uncommon appeal for parents seeking something unique for their daughters.

  4. Ani
    • Origin:

      Hawaiian; Igbo
    • Meaning:

      "beautiful"
    • Description:

      Folk singer DiFranco popularized this simple, appealing form. In Igbo mythology, Ani is one of the names of the goddess of the earth, fertility, creativity, and morality.
  5. Crane
    • Origin:

      English surname
    • Meaning:

      "crane"
    • Description:

      This elegant surname has great potential to turn into an unusual first name, especially with its literary associations to both Stephen and Hart Crane.
  6. Teal
    • Origin:

      Bird and color name
    • Description:

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

      German
    • Meaning:

      "goose"
    • Description:

      A bird name that could be thought of as an animated spin on Garrett.
  8. Jacana
    • Origin:

      Portuguese
    • Meaning:

      "wading bird"
  9. Ibis
    • Quail
      • Cardinal
        • Murrelet
          • Oriole
            • Jacobin
              • Blackbird
                • Bluebird
                  • Bluebird
                    • Sora
                      • Blackbird
                        • Aracari

                          Introducing the Nameberry App

                          Nameberry App
                          Find your perfect baby name together with our new mobile app.
                          • Swipe through thousands of names with your partner
                          • Names you match on are saved to your shared list
                          • Get personalized recommendations that learn based on your and your partner's preferences
                          • Partner with friends and family to find names you all love
                          • Backed by Nameberry's 20 years of data around name preferences.
                          Sign up to be notified when the app launches and to receive a discount on full access.
                          Nameberry App Logo