Botanical Baby Names

Ambrosia

Latin, feminine form of Ambrose

"Immortal"

Ambrosia combines some of the more whimsical qualities of more popular Aurora and Isabella, with a heavenly meaning. In Greek mythology, Ambrosia was not a goddess or other figure but literally the…

Amicia

Latin

"friendship"

This virtue name is the Latin version of fresh-faced Amity, and is also related to Amy. Although rare — it was given to only 5 girls in 2020 — it has great potential as an alternative to Amelia and…

Andriana

Andriana is a feminine name of Greek origin, representing the female variant of Adrian or Andrian. The name derives from the ancient Greek word 'andreios,' meaning 'manly,' 'brave,' or 'warrior,' and…

Andromeda

Greek mythology name

"advising like a man"

One of the stellar unique baby names from mythology, Andromeda was the beautiful daughter of Cassiopeia who, like her mother, literally became a star--the constellation that bears her name.The…

Anemone

Flower name; Greek

"daughter of the wind"

Anemone is a floral name that relates to the ancient Greek myth of the famous love story of Aphrodite and Adonis, in which Aphrodite transforms her wounded lover's blood into a flower, the crimson…

Anise

Nature name

Name of the licorice plant, this spice comes in the shape of a star, giving this name an extra level of sweetness.

Anona

Latin

"corn, grain"

Name of the Roman goddess of harvest and grain, appropriate for a fall baby. And a palindrome too!

Antonia

Latin

"from Antium"

Antonia is stronger than most feminized boys’ names , reflecting the pioneer spirit of Willa Cather's classic novel My Antonia . Antonia is hovering near the bottom of the US popularity list, which…

Arethusa

Greek

"quick water"

In Greek mythology, Arethusa is a nymph who is transformed into a fresh water fountain. The name is also used for a type of orchid and featured in Bleak House by Charles Dickens.

Aristea

Spanish, Greek

"best"

Aristea is a feminine form the Spanish Aristeo and the Greek Aristaeus, which ultimately derive from the Greek element aristos meaning "best." With a bright and starry feel, it is also a floral…

Artemisia

Greek, variation of Artemis

You might think Artemisia is the feminine form of the name, but in fact the original Artemis is feminine too, the name of the Greek mythological goddess of the moon. Artemisia Gentileschi was an…

Asimina

Greek

"silver, unmarked"

Asimina comes from the Greek word asimi, meaning silver or unmarked. With its sweet, feminine sound, it can work outside of Greece too. Perfect for those looking for an off-beat full name for Mina or…

Aster

English; Amharic

"star"

This is a fresh new addition to the botanical list; comedian Gilbert Gottfried made it a real bouquet when he named his daughter Lily Aster. And the name of the little girl on television's Dexter…

Asteropeia

Greek

"lightening"

A variation or an elaborated form of the rare name Asterope, Asteropeia blends the sounds of contemporary floral name Aster with the elegant flair of Cassiopeia. A nature and weather-related name, it…

Astraea

Greek

"of the stars"

Astraea —also found as Astraia — is the Greek goddess of justice and innocence who left earth to become the constellation Virgo after she grew unhappy with the state of humanity. She was prophesised…

Aubrieta

Flower name, elaboration of Aubrey

"trailing purple flower; elf ruler"

Aubrieta could be viewed as an alternative form of the popular Aubrey, however, it is also a botanical name. Named for illustrator and artist Claude Aubriet, it is a spreading, trailing plant with…

Augusta

Feminine variation of Augustus, Latin

"great, magnificent"

Augusta is a dignified name reminiscent of wealthy great-aunts and stately homes, but with the fashion for both August and Gus for boys, and the renewed interest in clunky classics like Gwendolyn and…

Azara

Azara is a feminine name with multicultural origins. It may derive from the Spanish azahar, meaning "orange blossom," symbolizing purity and fertility. In Hebrew, it's related to the word "azar"…

Begonia

French

"Begon's flower"

Begonia is a pretty flower named for French administrator and amateur horticulturalist Michel Bégon, who was an avid naturalist but also a proponent of slavery. A rare floral choice which has never…