150 Unique Baby Names for 2025 (With Meanings & Origins)

Names Inspired by Nature

Nature-inspired names bring a sense of grounding, serenity, and wonder. These names often carry timeless appeal while still feeling fresh and distinctive.

Girls & Gender-Neutral

• Juniper (Latin) – Evergreen shrub, symbol of resilience.
• Maris (Latin) – “Of the sea.”
• Briar (English) – Wild rose bush, delicate yet strong.
• Coral (Greek/Latin) – Precious sea coral, symbol of beauty.
• Azalea (Greek) – Flowering shrub, vibrant and unique.
• Soleil (French) – “Sun.”
• Indigo (Greek) – Deep blue dye from the indigo plant.
• Meadow (English) – Open grassy field.
• Cypress (Greek) – Tree associated with longevity.
• Liora (Hebrew) – “Light” (also ties to nature’s radiance).

Boys & Gender-Neutral

• Rowan (Gaelic) – “Little red tree,” protective symbolism.
• Forrest (English) – From the woods, symbol of growth.
• River (English) – Flowing water, symbolizing life’s journey.
• Ashby (Old English) – “Ash tree farm.”
• Flint (English) – Hard stone, strength and endurance.
• Cedar (Arabic/Latin) – Tall evergreen tree.
• Orin (Irish) – “Green” or “pale,” linked to riverbanks.
• Soren (Danish) – “Stern,” often associated with soaring birds.
• Zephyr (Greek) – “West wind.”
• Hawthorn (English) – Thorny tree, symbol of protection.

Names with Mythological Origins

Myth-inspired names carry timeless stories of gods, heroes, and legends. These names feel bold, majestic, and rich in history.

Girls

• Aurora (Latin) – Roman goddess of dawn.
• Freya (Norse) – Goddess of love and beauty.
• Selene (Greek) – Goddess of the moon.
• Isolde (Celtic) – Legendary heroine of romance.
• Calliope (Greek) – Muse of epic poetry, means “beautiful voice.”
• Thalia (Greek) – Muse of comedy, “to flourish.”
• Eira (Norse) – Goddess of healing, means “snow” in Welsh.
• Rhea (Greek) – Mother of gods in Greek mythology.
• Nerina (Greek) – “Sea nymph.”
• Astraea (Greek) – Goddess of justice, “star maiden.”

Boys

• Apollo (Greek) – God of music, light, and healing.
• Atlas (Greek) – Titan who carried the heavens.
• Orion (Greek) – Hunter constellation.
• Evander (Greek) – “Good man,” heroic figure in Roman lore.
• Hector (Greek) – Hero of Troy, symbol of courage.
• Loki (Norse) – Trickster god (edgy choice, growing in popularity).
• Perseus (Greek) – Slayer of Medusa, protector.
• Taranis (Celtic) – Thunder god.
• Anatole (Greek) – “Rising sun.”
• Endymion (Greek) – Beloved of the moon goddess Selene.

Names Meaning “Light” or “Bright”

Names connected to light symbolize hope, clarity, and positivity—perfect for babies born in a new season of life.

Girls

• Eleanor (Greek/Latin) – “Shining light.”
• Alina (Slavic/Greek) – “Bright, beautiful.”
• Zohara (Hebrew) – “Light, radiance.”
• Chiara (Italian) – “Bright, clear.”
• Nahara (Aramaic) – “Light, river of light.”
• Soraya (Persian) – “Pleiades star cluster.”
• Svetlana (Slavic) – “Light.”
• Aurelia (Latin) – “Golden.”
• Phoebe (Greek) – Titaness of brightness.
• Elira (Albanian) – “Freedom, shining.”

Boys

• Lucian (Latin) – “Light.”
• Beacon (English) – A guiding light.
• Zohar (Hebrew) – “Radiance, brilliance.”
• Elio (Italian/Spanish) – From “Helios,” sun.
• Anwar (Arabic) – “Radiant.”
• Oran (Irish/Hebrew) – “Little green light” or “song.”
• Kiran (Sanskrit) – “Ray of light.”
• Levante (Italian/Spanish) – “Rising sun.”
• Fynnian (Irish) – “Fair, white, radiant.”
• Dawn (English, gender-neutral) – Beginning light.

Gender-Neutral Names

Modern parents are increasingly drawn to gender-neutral names that provide flexibility and individuality.

• Arlo (Old English) – “Fortified hill.”
• Quinn (Irish) – “Wise, intelligent.”
• Sage (Latin) – Herb and symbol of wisdom.
• Skyler (Dutch) – “Scholar.”
• Rowan (Gaelic) – “Red tree.”
• Indigo (Greek) – Deep blue dye.
• Ellis (Welsh) – “Benevolent.”
• Ember (English) – Glowing spark.
• Lyric (Greek/English) – “Songlike.”
• Hollis (English) – “Near the holly trees.”

Vintage Charm Revival

Some names grow more special with age. These vintage gems are making a comeback, blending classic beauty with timeless elegance.

Girls

• Theodora (Greek) – “Gift of God.”
• Clara (Latin) – “Bright, clear.”
• Hazel (English) – Hazel tree, vintage favorite.
• Edith (Old English) – “Blessed joy.”
• Sylvie (French) – “From the forest.”
• Agatha (Greek) – “Good, honorable.”
• Vera (Slavic/Latin) – “Faith” or “truth.”
• Opal (Sanskrit/Latin) – Precious gemstone.
• Etta (English) – “Little one.”
• Dorothy (Greek) – “Gift of God.”

Boys

• Arthur (Celtic) – Legendary king, “bear.”
• Jasper (Persian) – “Bringer of treasure.”
• Otto (German) – “Wealth, fortune.”
• Hugo (Germanic) – “Mind, spirit.”
• Silas (Latin) – “Man of the forest.”
• Walter (German) – “Ruler of the army.”
• Ambrose (Latin) – “Immortal.”
• Cyril (Greek) – “Lordly.”
• Luther (German) – “People’s army.”
• Leopold (German) – “Brave people.”

More Unique Baby Names for 2025

To complete the 150 unique baby names, here are additional distinctive picks from around the world, grouped by style:

Modern & Fresh

• Kael (Gaelic) – “Mighty warrior.”
• Isola (Italian) – “Island.”
• Amaris (Hebrew/Latin) – “Promised by God.”
• Riven (English) – “Split, strong.”
• Elowen (Cornish) – “Elm tree.”

Exotic & Rare

• Zaira (Arabic) – “Blooming flower.”
• Leif (Norse) – “Heir, descendant.”
• Calista (Greek) – “Most beautiful.”
• Eamon (Irish) – “Guardian.”
• Mireille (French) – “Admired.”

Spiritual & Uplifting

• Pax (Latin) – “Peace.”
• Hosanna (Hebrew) – “Deliver us.”
• Malach (Hebrew) – “Angel.”
• Shiloh (Hebrew) – “Peace, abundance.”
• Amara (Sanskrit/Latin) – “Immortal, eternal.”

Edgy & Cool

• Kyros (Greek) – “Lord.”
• Storm (English) – Powerful natural force.
• Vesper (Latin) – “Evening star.”
• Onyx (Greek) – Precious stone.
• Raze (English) – “To rise, blaze.”

Global Inspirations (111–150 quick list)

• Ayla (Turkish) – “Moonlight.”
• Sorin (Romanian) – “Sun.”
• Kaida (Japanese) – “Little dragon.”
• Matteo (Italian) – “Gift of God.”
• Inara (Arabic) – “Shining light.”
• Caius (Latin) – “Rejoice.”
• Elara (Greek) – Mythical lover of Zeus.
• Sienna (Italian) – “Orange-red color.”
• Idris (Arabic/Welsh) – “Interpreter, prophet.”
• Tahlia (Hebrew) – “Morning dew.”
• Aurelio (Latin) – “Golden.”
• Koa (Hawaiian) – “Brave.”
• Mireya (Spanish) – “Admired.”
• Evren (Turkish) – “Cosmos, universe.”
• Azura (Spanish) – “Blue sky.”
• Cassian (Latin) – “Hollow.”
• Emani (Arabic) – “Faith.”
• Solene (French) – “Solemn, dignified.”
• Renzo (Italian) – “Third link.”
• Liora (Hebrew) – “Light.”
• Oren (Hebrew) – “Pine tree.”
• Isandro (Greek) – “Liberator of man.”
• Nalani (Hawaiian) – “The heavens.”
• Aurea (Latin) – “Golden.”
• Brisa (Spanish) – “Breeze.”
• Caelum (Latin) – “Heaven.”
• Fenris (Norse) – Mythical wolf.
• Selva (Spanish/Latin) – “Forest.”
• Orla (Irish) – “Golden princess.”
• Elian (Greek) – “Sun.”
• Yasmin (Persian) – “Jasmine flower.”
• Torin (Irish) – “Chief.”
• Calypso (Greek) – Sea nymph.
• Ivar (Norse) – “Bow warrior.”
• Mirel (Hebrew) – “Shining.”
• Galen (Greek) – “Calm, healer.”
• Aminta (Greek) – “Defender.”
• Lucero (Spanish) – “Bright star.”
• Zev (Hebrew) – “Wolf.”
• Solara (Latin) – “Of the sun.”