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gender neutral names I personally like

  1. Sycamore

    • Origin:

      Nature name

    • Meaning:

      "fig mulberry"

    • Description:

      Tree name with a pleasant sound and rhythm.
  2. Coda

    • Description:

      Coda is a masculine name with Italian musical origins, derived from the term meaning 'tail' or 'ending' in music notation, indicating the concluding passage of a piece. This contemporary name has gained modest attention among parents in creative fields, particularly musicians and composers. As a given name, Coda suggests finality, completion, or culmination—symbolizing the perfect finishing touch to a family. Its brief, two-syllable structure offers simplicity while remaining distinctive. The name carries artistic associations while maintaining an accessible sound pattern. Though still uncommon in mainstream usage, Coda appeals to parents seeking a modern, meaningful name with musical connections and a contemporary edge.
  3. Freddie

    • Origin:

      Short form of Alfreda or Frederica

    • Description:

      Freddie, especially with the ie ending, is one of the old-school boy-names-for-girls that came into vogue at the turn of the last century. Freddie, all on its own, ranked among the Top 1000 girl names until 1958, but in 2021 it was given to just 8 baby girls. Maybe that makes it prime for a comeback, ala Billie?
  4. Blaise

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "one who stutters"

    • Description:

      Despite its modern sound, Blaise has plenty of history as a given name (for boys), from a Christian martyr to Arthurian legends. Today Blaise feels like the cool and edgy Blaze with a French accent.
  5. Cinna

    • Origin:

      Latin, family name

    • Description:

      In The Hunger Games series, Cinna is the influential costume designer for Katniss. In ancient Rome, one Cinna was the father-in-law of Julius Caesar and another was a conspirator against Caesar.
  6. Onyx

    • Origin:

      Word name

    • Meaning:

      "gem stone; claw, nail"

    • Description:

      Onyx is a fresh and trending gemstone name for boys, currently in the US Top 500, having climbed the charts rapidly since 2018. Now, an increasing number of girls are receiving the name, with a recent count revealing nearly 200 baby girls were called Onyx in 2023.
  7. Essa

    • Description:

      Essa is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Arabic, it's a variation of Isa (the Arabic form of Jesus) and means 'God is salvation.' In Irish contexts, Essa derives from the Gaelic 'os' meaning 'deer' or possibly as a diminutive of Esther. In some South Asian cultures, particularly in Pakistan and India, Essa appears as both a feminine and masculine name. The name remains relatively uncommon in English-speaking countries, making it a distinctive choice. Its brevity and melodic quality with soft consonants give it an appealing, gentle sound while maintaining a unique character. Essa has seen modest usage in recent decades without becoming mainstream, appealing to parents seeking a simple yet uncommon name with multicultural resonance.

  8. Florian

    • Description:

      Florian is a feminine name derived from the Latin word "floris" meaning "flower." Despite its feminine usage, Florian is traditionally more common as a masculine name, particularly in German, Austrian, and Romanian cultures. The female version emerged as part of the trend of adopting masculine names for girls. It carries connotations of blossoming beauty and springtime vitality. As a feminine name, Florian remains relatively uncommon in English-speaking countries, giving it a distinctive quality. Women named Florian often appreciate its unique blend of strength and natural beauty. The name's connection to flora also associates it with growth, renewal, and natural elegance.

  9. Kindred

    • Origin:

      English word name

    • Meaning:

      "family; connectedness"

    • Description:

      This unusual English word name and surname was the middle name of American sci-fi writer Philip K. Dick, after his mother's maiden name. Its striking sound and appealing meaning make it a promising virtue name possibility for either gender.
  10. Austen

    • Origin:

      Literary surname and shortened form of Augustine, Latin

    • Meaning:

      "great, magnificent"

    • Description:

      While Austin is a popular boys' name, this spelling, honoring novelist Jane, nudges the name toward gender-neutral, chosen last year for 67 baby boys and 57 girls.
  11. Link

    • Origin:

      Word name or diminutive of Lincoln

    • Meaning:

      "ring, loop, connection; town by the pool"

    • Description:

      Perhaps best associated today with the character from The Legend of Zelda game franchise, Link also has ties to the retro crime drama, The Mod Squad, to the presidential surname Lincoln, and of course, to links on the internet. Part fantastical, part retro cool, part futuristic, Link was chosen for 200 boys in 2022, and 144 in 2023.
  12. Kelley

    • Description:

      Kelley is primarily an Irish surname that evolved into a masculine given name. It derives from the Gaelic 'Ó Ceallaigh' meaning 'descendant of Ceallach,' an ancient personal name potentially meaning 'bright-headed' or 'troublesome.' While traditionally used as a boy's name, Kelley has become increasingly gender-neutral in modern usage, though it remains more common for males. The spelling with the extra 'e' distinguishes it slightly from the more feminine-leaning 'Kelly.' As a first name, Kelley gained modest popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century but has gradually declined since the 1980s. The name carries connotations of Irish heritage and is often associated with strength and resilience.
  13. Evergreen

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "always green"

    • Description:

      This offbeat botanical name boasts the trendy Ever sound and a cool wintery vibe. Evergreen was only given to a handful of baby girls in recent years, but would work just as well for a boy.
  14. Montana

    • Origin:

      Spanish place-name

    • Meaning:

      "mountainous"

    • Description:

      Overly trendy western place-name, as stated in the title of our book Beyond Jennifer & Jason, Madison & Montana.
  15. Reece

    • Origin:

      Welsh

    • Meaning:

      "ardor"

    • Description:

      Reece is a less popular respelling of Reese, made famous by actress Witherspoon. Reese is the most popular spelling for girls and Rhys for boys, with Reece given to about four times as many boys as girls.
  16. Maxfield

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "Mac's field"

    • Description:

      This name may be related to the Latin Maximus, which means "the greatest," or to a British landowner's name, but for most modern parents, it's one of several ways to get to short form Max.
  17. Finn

    • Origin:

      Irish

    • Meaning:

      "white, fair"

    • Description:

      The most enduringly popular hero of Irish myth was Finn McCool, whose name is one of the coolest ever. When used for the female protagonist of How to Make an American Quilt, Finn established its hipness for girls as well.
  18. Orion

    • Origin:

      Greek mythology name

    • Description:

      The Greek mythological hunter who was turned into a constellation is much more often used for boys.
  19. Georgie

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of George, Greek

    • Meaning:

      "farmer"

    • Description:

      A warm and cuddly nickname name, although he famously "kissed the girls and made them cry" in the old nursery rhyme.
  20. Artie

    • Origin:

      Celtic

    • Meaning:

      "bear"

    • Description:

      Artie is usually short for Arthur, but with boyish nicknames like Billie and Frankie rising it may be time to consider Artie for a girl too. Artie works as a sweet retro tomboy name, a possible nickname for Artemis or Arlette, and a way to honor Grandpa Arthur.