43 Unisex Baby Name Ideas

If you are looking to give your baby a unisex name, we have pulled together a list of 43 ideas and provided a meaning for each one! This gender-neutral baby name list includes traditional names and retro names in addition to names inspired by nature.

1. Blake - XOXO, Gossip Girl! The unisex baby name Blake has been made popular by Blake Lively. It is a mysterious name with the meaning of both white/pale and black/dark.
2. River - Express your love for the natural world with this name inspired by a calming, flowing body of water.
3. Islah - An Arabic name symbolising reconciliation. 
4. Kit - Many popular characters in film or literature have had this name, so it has the added bonus of it being easy to spell and pronounce.
5. Wren - Inspired by a small melodic bird, this name inspires joy, curiosity and kindness.
6. Morgan - A more traditional unisex name, it has a Welsh origin and translates to "sea dweller". 
7. Emery - In recent years, this name originating in the Middle Ages has gained popularity. It symbolises power. 
8. Avery - A mystical name derived from Old English. It means "ruler of the elves".
9. Hayden - Traditionally a more popular name for boys, more girls are being named Hayden too! It has Welsh origins and means "fire".
10. Quinn - A personal favourite of mine, this is an Irish name meaning "wise"or "queen". 
11. Indiana - A crowd-favourite for both boys and girls, how can you not love this name from one of the best movie franchises of all time.
12. Phoenix - Long associated with the mythological bird, this name will inspire fantasy and strength in your little one.
13. Finley - Derived from the Irish surname meaning "fair-haired warrior", there are also some cute nickname options such as Finn, Finster, Finnie or Lee!
14. Jamie - Jamie Foxx, Jamie Lee Curtis, need we say more?
15. Taylor - Hands up if you shipped Taylor Swift & Taylor Lautner? What a time in pop culture!
16. Ellis - A name of Welsh origin meaning "benevolent" or "kind". 
17. Riley - A sweet name for both boys and girls, it means "valiant". 
18. Winter - Named after the seasons, a beautiful name evoking nostalgia. 
19. Casey - I've met a few Casey's in my life and they are always the nicest people. Must be the name! It means "brave".
20. Juniper - Inspired by the aromatic berry, this spiritual name will provide your little one with protection, healing and growth.
21. Aspen - Inspired by the tall & graceful tree, this nature-inspired name represents peace, balance and transformation.
22. Kai - A traditional name in various cultures, it is given to someone with a serene & harmonious nature.
23. Reese - Quite a few famous people have this name - it signifies enthusiasm, determination and a fiery spirit.
24. Sasha - A Slavic name, it is actually the shortened version of Alexander or Alexandra! It continues to be a popular name for both boys and girls in Europe year after year.
25. Sydney - An Old English name meaning "island". It can also be spelt Sidney.
26. Frankie - Traditionally a nickname for Francesca or Frank, this unisex name means "free" or "truthful".
27. Robin - A long time ago this was a name usually used just for boys, but in the 1950s the number of baby's given this name hit a high-point with a 50/50 split between boys & girls.
28. Dakota - A name of fierce warriors in the Native American Sioux tribe, this name symbolises traits of bravery and intelligence.
29. Arden - The name of Shakespeare's mythological forest.
30. Amari - This gender neutral name is Sanskrit for "eternal" or "immortal".
31. Jordan - Meaning to "descend" or "flow down", this name is of Hebrew origins.
32. Tyler - Originates from the ancient Greek meaning of "sovereign".
33. Charlie - A playful name for all genders.
34. Amani - Translates to "peace" in Swahili and "wishes" in Arabic.
35. Ash - Another nature inspired name, Ash symbolises strength and resilience.
36. Brodie - Meaning "little ridge" from Irish origin.
37. Stevie - The name of some of the greatest musicians of our time, safe to say any little one's possessing this name are likely to also be given the gift of a beautiful singing voice!
38. Dylan - My personal favourite Charlie's Angels character.
39. Cameron - My personal favourite Charlie's Angels actress.
40. Spencer - A sophisticated name that has remained a popular unisex option decade after decade.
41. Rowan - Irish for "little red head", so perhaps one to choose if this hair colour runs strong in your gene pool.
42. Carter - A unique gender-neutral name that is familiar enough to be recognisable.
43. Hunter - Last but not least, this is one for adventurous spirits!

There are hundreds more gender-neutral name ideas, so be sure to share any favourites that we missed in the comments below!

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