gender neutral names I personally like

Saffron

Spice name

This spice name is typically used for girls, but we see no reason it couldn't join the growing list of gender-neutral nature names.

Shelley

English

"clearing on a bank"

Despite its poetic associations, almost as dated as Sheldon, and more feminine.

Simone

Simone as a masculine name originates from the Hebrew name Simon, meaning 'he who hears' or 'God has heard.' While Simone is primarily recognized as a feminine name in English-speaking countries, it…

Sorrel

Botanical name and French

"reddish brown"

Sorrel is a gentle, amber-hued herbal and autumnal name that's used most often to describe the color of a horse. Sorrell is a variant spelling. Both make excellent names for autumn babies and can be…

Sorrell

French

"reddish brown"

Soft, amber-hued herbal and autumnal name that's used most often to describe the color of a horse. The proper spelling: Sorrel.

Sycamore

Nature name

"fig mulberry"

Tree name with a pleasant sound and rhythm.

Syd

Syd is a concise masculine name with multiple origins. Most commonly, it serves as a diminutive of Sidney (or Sydney), which derived from French place names meaning 'wide island' or 'Saint Denis.' It…

Tevan

Tevan is a masculine name with Armenian roots. It's a variation of the name Stephen, which derives from the Greek 'Stephanos' meaning 'crown' or 'garland.' In Armenian culture, Tevan carries…

Teven

Teven is a masculine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variant spelling of Steven/Stephen, names derived from the Greek 'Stephanos' meaning 'crown' or 'garland.' Alternatively, it…

Thistle

botanical name

The thistle is the botanical emblem of Scotland and would make a good if unusual patriotic choice for people with Scottish heritage. One of the few flower names that could be worn by a boy with as…