Gender-Neutral Names For Babies

Carlin

Irish

"little champion"

Stronger and more contemporary twist on Carla or Carly, Carlin was used just about equally for girls and boys in the US last year.

Ace

Latin

"one, unity"

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.

Brooks

English

"of the brook"

A fresh and gender-neutral take on Gen Z favorite Brooke, Brooks is a stylish and sleek choice. Currently in the US Top 100 for boys, Brooks is also given to 70 girls each year. A small number at the…

Andy

Andy as a feminine name typically functions as a diminutive of Andrea, Alexandra, or Miranda, though it has established itself as an independent given name as well. Derived ultimately from the Greek…

Camden

Scottish

"winding valley"

Newly popular boys' name could cross over in much the way the related Cameron has.

Everest

Place-name, world's tallest mountain

"from Évreux"

Everest has an attractive enough sound and lofty enough meaning to come into style, à la Sierra. George Lucas bestowed this aspirational name on his baby daughter in 2013 and it has been climbing up…

Adrian

Latin

"man from Adria"

Adrian is an ancient gender-neutral name off its peak for girls but increasing in popularity for boys throughout Europe. The most popular female form in the US is Adriana, followed by Adrianna, then…

Alden

English

"old, wise friend"

This is one surname-name that may swing decidedly to the male side, thanks to highly-visible young actor Alden Ehrenreich.