gender neutral names I personally like

use these names for your chosen name, an original character, a baby, a pet...get creative!
  1. Aaren
    • Description:

      Aaren is a masculine name representing a modern variant spelling of Aaron, which has Hebrew origins meaning 'high mountain' or 'exalted.' In biblical tradition, Aaron was the brother of Moses and the first High Priest of the Israelites. This alternative spelling maintains the traditional pronunciation while giving the name a contemporary edge. Aaren began gaining modest usage in the late 20th century as parents sought familiar names with unique spellings. The name carries the strength and dignity of its traditional counterpart while standing out visually. With its blend of ancient roots and modern styling, Aaren appeals to parents seeking a name that bridges traditional and contemporary naming practices.
  2. Abia
    • Description:

      Abia is a masculine name with ancient biblical and historical roots. It appears in the Bible as the name of several figures, including King Abijah of Judah, as Abia is the Latin form of the Hebrew name Abijah, meaning "my father is Yahweh" or "Yahweh is my father." The name carries strong religious significance in Christian, Jewish, and Islamic traditions. Beyond biblical contexts, Abia is also used in various cultures around the world, including as a Nigerian place name. While not among the most common names in Western countries, Abia has seen occasional use for boys, appreciated for its melodic sound, brevity, and meaningful spiritual heritage.

  3. Abia
    • Origin:

      Arabic
    • Meaning:

      "great"
    • Description:

      Simple plus unusual is a winning combination.
  4. Abiah
    • Origin:

      Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "God is my father"
    • Description:

      Abiah is a gentle, rarely used Old Testament name belonging to Samuel's second son. This makes a good choice for the parent who wants a traditional biblical name that is not overly familiar.
  5. Abiah
    • Origin:

      Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "God is my father"
    • Description:

      Abiah is a Biblical name that appears for both female and male figures. It may be considered the same as the name Abijah in the Bible; one female Abijah was a queen and ancestor of Christ. Abiah may also be considered a relative of the Arabic name Abia. However you spell or pronounce it -- a - BY -a or a - BEE - a -- this name can be an original way to the nickname Abi.
  6. Abijah
    • Origin:

      Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "God is my father"
    • Description:

      Abijah is a truly unusual, truly unisex, truly appealing biblical name. There were several male Abijahs in the Bible, one of them, known as Abijah of Judah, was the fourth king of the House of David, and also a couple of females.
  7. 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.
  8. Ace
    • Origin:

      Latin
    • Meaning:

      "one, unity"
    • Description:

      No longer tied to the hapless Ace Ventura, this jaunty, high-flying nickname name is starting to take flight among celebrity and other parents, with its countless positive references to doing well in tests and poker games, on the tennis court and golf course, and in the air.
  9. Ace
    • Origin:

      Latin
    • Meaning:

      "one, unity"
    • Description:

      Ace is a retro nickname most often used for boys, as in Ace Ventura. While some celebrities have adopted it for their sons, there's nothing that makes this name exclusively male.
  10. Adair
    • Origin:

      Scottish and Irish
    • Meaning:

      "oak tree ford"
    • Description:

      Adair has flair, the grace of a Fred Astaire. It's a Scottish surname which came from the first name Edgar.
  11. Adair
    • Origin:

      English and Scottish
    • Meaning:

      "shallow place in a river near oaks"
    • Description:

      This undiscovered unisex name has lots of flair. It was first noticed as a girl's name, starting in the 1980's, on the long-running daytime drama Search for Tomorrow, with the character Adair McCleary, who had ahead-of-their-time brothers named brothers Hogan, Cagney and Quinn. But since Adair has yet to find many takers, it would make a fresh and appealing choice.
  12. Addi
    • Description:

      Addi is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. It can be a diminutive form of names like Adelaide, Adeline, or Addison, or stand as an independent name. In Germanic languages, it relates to 'noble' or 'nobility,' while in Hebrew it can mean 'ornament' or 'jewel.' In Nordic countries, it may derive from 'Addý,' a diminutive of Aðalheiður. The name has gained moderate popularity in recent years as part of the trend toward shorter, nickname-style given names. Addi has a contemporary feel with its punchy two-syllable rhythm and friendly double consonant. Parents often choose it for its simplicity, cute sound, and international adaptability.
  13. Addison
    • Origin:

      English
    • Meaning:

      "son of Adam"
    • Description:

      Despite its origin as a patronymic meaning "son of Adam", Addison really caught on for baby girls in the US around the turn of the millennium, following in Madison's footsteps to peak at #11 in 2007 and again in 2010.
  14. Addison
    • Origin:

      English
    • Meaning:

      "son of Adam"
    • Description:

      Newly fashioned but familiar and with an on trend, unisex feel, Addison seems like the perfect solution for anyone who can’t decide between Madison, Adeline, and Alison.
  15. Ade
    • Origin:

      Yoruba
    • Meaning:

      "crown"
  16. Ade
    • Origin:

      Yoruba
    • Meaning:

      "crown"
  17. Adebola
    • Origin:

      Yoruba, Nigerian
    • Meaning:

      "comer met honor"
    • Description:

      Yoruba name given to baby girls whose parents want to bestow them with honor.
  18. Aden
    • Origin:

      Variation of Aidan, Irish
    • Meaning:

      "little and fiery"
    • Description:

      Although this variation is less popular than ultra-trendy Aiden, this simplified spelling doesn't do anything for the name.
  19. Aden
    • Description:

      Aden is a feminine variation of the traditionally male name that means 'fire' or 'handsome' in Gaelic origins. It also has connections to the ancient port city of Aden in Yemen, suggesting a name with historical significance. As a female name, Aden follows the modern trend of traditionally male names being adopted for girls, appealing to parents seeking a strong yet feminine choice. While more common as a boy's name, Aden for girls has seen modest but steady usage in recent decades, appreciated for its contemporary sound and simple yet distinctive quality. The name balances softness with strength in its brief two syllables.
  20. Adeola
    • Origin:

      Yoruba
    • Meaning:

      "crown of wealth"
    • Description:

      A rich Yoruba surname that is also seen as a given name among boys and girls.