Are you going through the baby naming process and not seeing any names you’re loving? Don’t stress! Finding the perfect unique baby name isn’t always as easy as picking a fave from the most popular name list and being done with it. There are a lot of hurdles to overcome before you get there including convincing your partner that it’s the right name.
If you’re a fan of unique baby names that aren’t on any most-popular lists, then allow us to introduce you to these modern options. You may not have heard them before, but they all come with that edgy vibe that millennial parents looking for something different are sure to love.
Boys’ names
If you like short names such as Kai, Cruz, Arlo and Ace, try:
- Ari
- Avis
- Crew
- Kael
- Kyan
- Neo
- Odis
- Taj
- Wym
If you’re a fan of the “on”/ “en” ending, such as Jackson, Hudson, Braxton, Harrison and Mason, try:
- Benton
- Cayson
- Jaylon
- Keon
- Maxton
If you like strong and masculine names, such as Alexander, Ethan and Angus, consider:
- Anders
- Atlas
- Arden
- Brecken
- Bridge
- Lathan
- Lazarus (Lazar)
- Magnus
- Thaddeus
- Roderick
- Vaughn
If you like gender-neutral names such as Charlie, Harper and Emerson, consider:
- Ambrose
- Arrow
- Emory
- Royce
- Zuri
Girls’ names
If you like short names like Mia, Ava and Isla (all incredibly popular ATM), try:
- Ina
- Isa
- Etna
- Uri
- Kaia
- Lyra
If you like extra feminine names, such as Violet, Ariana, Grace and Jasmine, try
- Analia
- Ilyria
- Grecia
- Elora
- Ember
If you love names that come with cute nicknames, consider:
- Adley (Addie)
- Aviana (Avi)
- Bexley (Bex)
- Oriana (Ori)
If you like the “a” ending, such as Luna, Aria and Ava, consider:
- Britta
- Calla
- Dinah
- Makena
- Sena
If you like extra edgy names, such as Frankie, Peyton and Thea, try:
- Delaney
- Darby
- Brinley
- Greer
- Merritt
If you like the “en” ending, such as Eden and Imogen, consider:
- Gracen
- Farren
- Syden
- Laken
- Maren
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