Step into the world of baby names starting with S! We’ve searched far and wide for our very favourite S baby names that you won’t hear every day. These names don’t make the top 100 list but they certainly pack a sweet punch. If you’re looking for a name starting with S, perhaps to match with a sibling or to honour a grandparent who also had an S name, then look no further!
Welcome to Mum Central’s top picks for baby names beginning with S.
Before we delve into the unique S names, let’s delve into the more popular choices. These S baby names all made the top 100 most popular baby names of 2023 list. On the girls’ side, there are 9 S baby names, with the most popular being Sienna (used 758 times last year).
- Sienna
- Sophie
- Summer
- Savannah
- Stella
- Sadie
- Scarlett
- Sofia
- Sophia
On the boys’ list, 4 baby names were starting with S. Sebastian was the most popular S name given to 674 babies last year.
- Sebastian
- Spencer
- Sonny
- Samuel
In addition to these names, other popular S names include Sarah, Samantha, Steven, Skye, Simon and Scott.
31 Unique Names Starting with S to ConsiderÂ
1. Sascha – A strong contender for your little one, Sascha means “defender” or “protector”.
2. Sage – We predict Sage is going to make it into the top 100 shortly but we still think it’s sweet. Sage is a lovely nature name with connections to the colour green.
3. Soren – A Danish name meaning “stern”, Soren has a lovely ring to it.
4. Seven – Probably the most popular ‘number’ name, this name will certainly stand out. Mix it up even more by spelling it Sevyn.
5. Sylvie – Soft and sweet, Sylvie comes with the forest-related Sylv prefix after the Roman god of trees.
6. Sierra – A cute alternative to Sienna, Sierra comes with a mountain vibe and will certainly help your bub soar.
7. Scotland – This geographical name isn’t as popular as other choices like London and Paris, but we think it has some serious potential. Scotland, Ireland and Holland – watch these three names rise! Scotland also comes with the cute nickname Scottie.
8. Story – A literary name, Story is the perfect option to commemorate your journey into parenthood.
9. Shae/Shay-Â There are a few spellings of this name including Shea, Shay and Shae, all of them are short, sweet and easy to say.
10. Shayla – Calling all fairy lovers, this mystical name comes with its very own magical meaning of “from the fairy palace”.
11. Sera /Seraphina – Whether you want to go with something short or prefer a longer name, Sera or Seraphina fits the mould. This unique S name means “fiery”.
12. Sariah – An alternative to Mariah, Sariah translates to “princess of the Lord”.
13. Saoirse – Prounced Ser-Sha, this lovely name means “freedom”.
14. Storm – If you like weather names like Skye, then Storm might be another cute choice.
15. Sunny – A bright and cheerful alternative to Sonny.
16. Siobhan – Pronounced Shi-Vawn, Siobhan is an Irish name that means “God is gracious”.
17. Stevie – A little bit rock ‘n roll mixed with adorableness, Stevie is one of our top picks for rising S baby names.
18. Sunday – Everyone loves Sundays! Name your little one after the most chill day of the week and hopefully, she will take on that laid-back attitude.
19. Saylor – Perfect for sea lovers, Saylor is edgy yet elegant.
20. Silas – Although not new to the naming world, Silas continues to soar up the charts. It means ‘wood’ or ‘forest’ and is perfect for any outdoorsy couple out there.
21. Samara – Tranquil and calming, Samara is a lovely choice meaning “guardian”.
22. Sawyer – Cute for any gender, we predict big things for Sawyer.
23. Sloane – Popular in the 80s, Sloane has that super edge vibe to it and comes with a powerful meaning of “warrior”.
24. Salem – A witchy name for supernatural and spirited souls, Salem means “safe”.
25. Sutton – With old-school English vibes, Sutton is the perfect combination of power, wealth and charm.
26. Sai – One of the shortest names on the list, Sai means “one who is divine” and is rooted in several cultures.
27. Scout – Meaning “to listen”, Scout has moved up in popularity alongside Atticus over the years. Anyone who has read To Kill a Mockingbird will understand why.
28. Shiloh – Once a popular pet name, Shiloh has now entered the human world. Shiloh means “tranquil”.
29. Sterling – A bold moniker, Sterling oozes with power and is also connected to wealth (sterling silver).
30. Stetson – Another regal name, Stetson also has country and western vibes and means “boxer”.
31. Saxon – An alternative to the more popular Jackson, Saxon is an English name that means “people of the dagger”.
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