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Nonbinary unisex enby names

  1. Lirio

    • Origin:

      Portuguese

    • Meaning:

      "lily"

    • Description:

      Derived from the Latin lilium, Lírio is a unisex floral name which was used for a witch character in the cult 1996 horror film The Craft.
  2. Loke

    • Origin:

      Scandinavian variation of Loki, Norse, meaning unknown

    • Description:

      Loke is a modern variant of Loki, the name of a Norse mythological figure. Loke is a Top 100 name in Sweden.
  3. Loki

    • Origin:

      Norse mythological name

    • Meaning:

      "lock"

    • Description:

      Loki is the shape-shifting, gender-bending god of mischief in Norse mythology. Taking several animal forms, from a salmon to a seal to a fly, Loki is alternately friend and foe of the gods.
  4. London

    • Origin:

      Place-name

    • Meaning:

      "Capital city of England"

    • Description:

      In the US, London is popular for both sexes, though as the name has risen for girls, it's levelled off for boys. Currently given to around 200 boys each year, it is nearly five times more popular for girls, however, it been on decline across the board since its peak in 2013. Conjuring up images of Big Ben, red phone boxes, and the London Eye for some, but perhaps the rush hour commute and grey skies for others, London is far less popular in the UK and other English-speaking countries.
  5. Loni

    • Description:

      Loni is a versatile name used for both boys and girls, though traditionally masculine in some cultures. With Hawaiian origins, Loni means 'sky' or 'heaven,' connecting the bearer to celestial elements. In Germanic usage, it's a short form of names containing the element 'lon,' meaning 'ready for battle.' The name gained some recognition in the United States through actress Loni Anderson in the 1970s-80s. As a masculine name, Loni remains uncommon but appealing for its brevity and friendly sound. It works well cross-culturally, with recognizable pronunciations in multiple languages. The name's simplicity and positive meanings make it attractive to parents seeking something short and meaningful without being trendy. Loni's dual-gender usage varies by region, with stronger masculine associations in Scandinavian and Pacific Island cultures.

  6. Lonnie

    • Origin:

      Short form of Alonso or Alonzo, variations of Alphonso

    • Meaning:

      "noble, ready"

    • Description:

      Lonnie is one of those antiquated nicknames that is used much more often in the US than you might think, especially as a short form of Alonso or Alonzo, names always on the US Top 1000.
  7. Lotus

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "lotus flower"

    • Description:

      The lotus is a meaningful symbol in many East Asian cultures, where it symbolizes purity, enlightenment, and rebirth. As a name, it's much more common among baby girls, but a small number of boys are named Lotus each year.
  8. Lou

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Louis or Lewis, French and German

    • Meaning:

      "renowned warrior"

    • Description:

      Lou, all by itself, is become fashionable for girls, which usually makes a name LESS fashionable for boys. But Lou, like Bill or Jim, is rarely used on its own for boys anyway. (You wouldn't name a boy Frederick Lou the way that girls are named Mary Lou or, in the case of Keri Russell's new baby, Willa Lou.) Long form Louis is getting cool again and, with the Lewis spelling, is the Number 2 name in Scotland.
  9. Lux

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "light"

    • Description:

      Lux, one of the light-filled names that include Lucy and Lucian, broke onto the scene as a girls' name but now it's decidedly gender neutral. In fact, at the last count there were slightly more boys named Lux than girls: 140 to 120. But that's pretty close, making this a truly nonbinary name.
  10. Lynx

    • Origin:

      Animal name

    • Description:

      One of the fierce new animal names new to name lists, helped by its strong x-ending.
  11. Lyre

    • Description:

      Lyre is an uncommon masculine name derived from the ancient Greek musical instrument, a small U-shaped harp associated with Apollo, the god of music and poetry. This name carries strong artistic and cultural connotations, evoking harmony, creativity, and classical refinement. As a word-name drawn from a meaningful object rather than traditional naming conventions, Lyre reflects contemporary trends toward unique, symbolic names. Though rare as a personal name, it appeals to parents with musical or artistic inclinations who seek a distinctive name with cultural depth. The name's brevity and simple pronunciation contrast with its rich historical and artistic associations.
  12. Lyric

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "of the lyre; songlike; a personal, emotive poem"

    • Description:

      Associated with poetry, pop music, and the Greek lyre, Lyric has a light and zippy sound to it. Currently more popular for girls in the US, it was in the Top 1000 for boys between 2007 and 2020. Currently given to around 170 boys each year, for every baby boy called Lyric, there are three girls given the name.
  13. Mack

    • Origin:

      Scottish or Irish

    • Meaning:

      "son of"

    • Description:

      Mack, when "formalized" with the final k, makes an engagingly amiable choice, a far more uncommon alternative to the ubiquitous Max and Jack, with a nice, every-guy feel. Mack entered the popularity list in 2009 for the first time since 1989 and continues to climb. However, it's still far from its peak — it was a Top 100 name in 1900.
  14. Maize

    • Origin:

      English word name and nature name

    • Description:

      One of the more unusual nature names, Maize is given to a dozen or so boys and girls each year and is almost completely unisex in terms of usage. Disclaimer: potential for "corny" jokes.
  15. Marley

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "pleasant seaside meadow"

    • Description:

      Harley is a tough guy, while the rhyming Marley has a softer, gentler image. The name brings to mind reggae great Bob Marley, as well as the lovable dog from bestseller Marley and Me.
  16. Marlo

    • Origin:

      Modern Invented

    • Description:

      Several spelling variations of this name feel stylish for either a boy or girl, including Marlo, Marlow, and Marlowe. This spelling in particular feels in line with trending Arlo.
  17. Mayan

    • Origin:

      Variation of Maayan, Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "spring of water"

    • Description:

      Likely to be misinterpreted as Mayan, with emphasis on the first syllable, as in the Maya civilization of Mesoamerica.
  18. Mercury

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "Roman messenger god"

    • Description:

      Adventurous parents are starting to look back to names of ancient gods like Mercury, Zeus, and Apollo. This one is also a planet and a metallic element, and has a friendly nickname, Merc. The Roman god Mercury, which derives from the Latin words for trade or wages, is the patron of tradesmen and travelers and the fastest-moving planet in the solar system. Mercury is the planet associated with the sign of Virgo, so this is one of the prime names for Virgo babies.
  19. Meztli

    • Origin:

      Nahuatl, Aztec

    • Meaning:

      "moon"

    • Description:

      This was the name of the Aztec god (or goddess) of the moon, which has only ever appeared on the US list for girls but would make for a cool boy name too, especially for those who would like to honor Nahua or Aztec heritage.
  20. Milan

    • Origin:

      Italian place name, Slavic, Sanskrit

    • Meaning:

      "middle of the plain; gracious, dear; union"

    • Description:

      Effortlessly stylish with an international feel, Milan re-entered the US charts back in 2013 after a 55 year hiatus. It has been powering up the charts ever since, following in the footsteps of sweet sound-alike Mila, and spotlighted by singer Shakira, who chose it for her son.