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Favorite Hebrew Unisex Names

lru1116
By lru1116
Updated Thu May 25 2023
  1. Adi

    • Description:

      Adi is a multicultural masculine name with diverse origins and meanings across several traditions. In Hebrew, it means 'jewel' or 'ornament,' while in Sanskrit it can mean 'first' or 'beginning.' The name also has Germanic roots where it serves as a short form of names containing the element 'adal' meaning 'noble.' This concise, two-syllable name has gained popularity in Israel, India, and increasingly in Western countries drawn to its simplicity and international appeal. Adi travels well across cultures and is appreciated for its modern feel despite ancient origins. Its brevity makes it both memorable and easy to pronounce in multiple languages, contributing to its growing global usage.
  2. Amit

    • Origin:

      Hebrew; Sanskrit

    • Meaning:

      "friend; infinite"

    • Description:

      Simple and worldly, popular and carrying two positive meanings in two diverse cultures. A winner prime for wider use.
  3. Ariel

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "lion of God"

    • Description:

      Despite its distinguished pedigree and popularity in Israel, Disney's Little Mermaid cartoonized Ariel in the US, at least in some people's minds. But it was used for a male character in Shakespeare's The Tempest centuries ago.
  4. Aviv

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "springtime, freshness, youth"

    • Description:

      Strongly associated with the city of Tel Aviv. For girls, may be lengthened to Aviva; for boys, might be better abbreviated to Avi.
  5. Almog
    • Atar
      • Bar

        • Description:

          Bar is a concise masculine name with multiple cultural origins. In Hebrew, it means 'son' or 'pure,' and is used in patronymic names like Bar-Joseph (son of Joseph). In Aramaic traditions, it similarly denotes lineage. The name also exists independently in various cultures—in Dutch and German regions, it can be a shortened form of names containing 'bar' or 'ber.' Bar has gained modest popularity as a standalone name in Israel and is occasionally used in other countries seeking minimalist, modern names. Its brevity, cross-cultural recognition, and strong single-syllable sound make it appealing to contemporary parents. The name's simplicity allows it to work well internationally while carrying rich cultural significance.

      • Daniel

        • Origin:

          Hebrew

        • Meaning:

          "God is my judge"

        • Description:

          Daniel is one of only a handful of male names that sounds both classic and modern, strong yet approachable, and popular but not cliched. It also has a solid Old Testament pedigree. The only real downside: There are about 10,000 Daniels named each year, making it a less than distinctive choice.
      • Eden

        • Origin:

          Hebrew

        • Meaning:

          "place of pleasure, delight"

        • Description:

          This Biblical name was rising dramatically for boys, but has plateaued in recent years. Although it's more popular for girls, it's a delightful unisex choice. Eden is one of the Top 100 Boy Names in France.
      • Gal

        • Origin:

          Hebrew

        • Meaning:

          "wave"

        • Description:

          A unisex name in Israel but in the U.S., it might as well be Sue.
      • Gil

        • Origin:

          Hebrew

        • Meaning:

          "happiness"

        • Description:

          Pronounced zheel, it's a dashing conquistador; as gill, it's the nice and slightly boring guy down the street.
      • Guy

        • Origin:

          French

        • Meaning:

          "wood"

        • Description:

          The patron saint of comedians and dancers (also known as St Vitus) has a name that is both the ultimate everyman, and has a hint of British aristocracy. In the States, Guy was most popular in the 1950s. Now he hovers steadily below the Top 1000, in the sweet spot of familiar but not overused. With the meteoric rise of Kai, Guy may have potential with parents looking for a more classic name with a similar sound.
      • HEN
        • Liad
          • Lior
            • Liron
              • Lotem
                • Maayan
                  • Nissan

                    • Origin:

                      Hebrew

                    • Meaning:

                      "miracle"

                    • Description:

                      Though the accent falls on the second syllable, people will mistake this name of the first month of the Jewish calendar or for the Japanese car.
                  • Noam

                    • Origin:

                      Hebrew

                    • Meaning:

                      "pleasantness, charm, tenderness"

                    • Description:

                      Noam is an underused modern Hebrew name with any number of attractive attributes attached to its meaning; it doesn't have the biblical weight of Noah, but could make a more distinctive alternative to that popular choice. Noam is a Top 10 boys' name in Israel.