Nature Names

An early unisex nature name that has been surpassed by others, Dale is still a simple, sylvan and serene option.

Everett is a male name that's a prime crossover candidate, much like Eliot, Ellis, and Ellery.

Soft and mellifluous nature-surname name, situated miles away from the dated Marshall.

Oakley, with its nature name roots and its Annie Oakley charm, is a hot name for both genders but more than twice as popular for girls. This name made it into the Top 1000 for the first time in 2013, one of only four girl names starting with O to rank that high. A decade letter, it's aiming for the Top 100.

As sturdy as Oak, with deeper roots. It's been on the rise for both boys and girls in recent years, with the name comfortably in the top 500 for boys and nearing the Top 100 for girls.

The name Ripley reflects the powerful character played by Sigourney Weaver in the Alien films; it was chosen by actress Thandiwe Newton for her daughter.