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If you are passionate about automobiles, choosing a name inspired by cars for your baby can be a cool idea. To help you with that, we bring you some car baby names to pick from. Naming a baby is a daunting task, and many people take inspiration from their passions to name their baby. In recent years, more parents have been choosing unique names for their children, with car names gaining popularity for their association with speed, adventure, and innovation. So, if you are a car guy, you might want to blend your passion with the new member of the family. And who knows, they may go on to become famous race car drivers or a multi-millionaire car brand owner. So keep scrolling through our post as we bring you many cute car names to pick for your little one.
Car Names For Boys
Explore this list of trending and hot boy names inspired by the names of cars. These names can give a unique identity to your child while reflecting your love for cars.
1. Cooper
Mini Cooper, the favorite car of millions of people, has a name that is given to thousands of babies every year. Its literal meaning is ‘barrel maker’.
2. Bentley
Just like the car, even the name Bentley is handsome and rich. It had a huge leap in the past few years, thanks to the reality television shows, “Teen Mom” and “16 and Pregnant”. This English name means ‘meadow with coarse grass.’
3. Jeremy
Here, we are referring to Jeremy Clarkson, the show host of “Top Gear”. Jeremy is the English form of the name Jeremiah and means ‘exalted by God.’
4. Enzo
Enzo isn’t a car brand or model. It’s the name of the maker of the sports car brand, Ferrari. This moniker is a German variation of the name Henry and means ‘rules the home
5. Herbie
Herbie is the anthropomorphic Beetle car that featured in Disney’s “The Love Bug”. This car has a mind of its own and is also capable of driving himself. Herbie is derived from the name Herbert and means ‘warrior.’
6. Rory
This moniker is inspired by the British animated children’s show “Roary the Racing Car”. The series follows the adventures of Roary and his friends. The meaning of Rory is ‘red king’.
7. Aston
Aston Martin is a world-famous British sports car manufacturer. This English surname derived from a place-name means ‘East Town.’
8. Jenson
You do not need to restrict yourself to car models and brands. You can also name your kiddo after your favorite Formula One star as well. Jenson, as in Jenson Button is our favorite.
9. Lincoln
Lincoln is not just the name of the United States most popular President but is also shared by America’s top-selling luxury automobile brand.
10. Lexus
Lexus, the luxury division of Toyota, the Japanese auto brand, is popular among the elite. But the name is popular with the masses. This unisex name entered the top 100 baby name list in the year 2014. Shorten it to Lexie for a cutesy nickname.
11. Ranger
Ranger is a French name, meaning ‘outdoor guardian’. Technically, Ranger is not a car, but a mini truck, but there’s no denying that this name brings to mind outdoor fun and adventure.
12. Royce
This name instantly brings the brand Rolls-Royce to mind. After years of being stagnant, Royce is now finding favor with many parents.
13. Holden
No, we are not referring to Holden Caulfield, the protagonist of the movie “The Catcher in the Rye” here. We are talking about the Australian car company of the same name here.
14. Romeo
Whether you associated this name with the Shakespearean Hero or the Italian car manufacturer, Rome is a winner all the way. It currently sits pretty at 377th spot.
15. Renault
In France, Renault is popular, both as a car brand and baby boy name. This moniker has a French charm that we absolutely love. Its other namesake is Louis Renault, the winner of the Nobel Peace Prize.
16. Ford
This moniker screams car brand, which can be a bit too loud for some people’s taste. It has plenty of other namesakes as well, including Ford Madox Brown, the English painter.
17. Morgan
Are you a fan of classic cars? Then you could take inspiration from this sophisticated British sports car brand. While it would make a distinguished baby girl name, we think it would sound better on boys.
18. Cruz
We believe even the Beckhams and Lleyton Hewitt were inspired by this Chevrolet car. Add an ‘e’ at the end, and you can pay tribute to the Holden model.
19. Chevy
Chevy, the short form of Chevrolet, stands strong as a diminutive of Chevalier. Meaning ‘knight or horseman’, this name would eternally be associated with Cornelius Crane “Chevy” Chase, the American comedian.
20. Cherokee
Jeep lovers would know what we are referring to here. This moniker has a 1960s commune vibe to it and that’s what makes it different from other car inspired names. Use Cher or Ricky for the nickname.
21. Carr
No, Carr isn’t just a spelling variation of Car. It’s also the acronym for a famous auto-mechanic. Never underestimate a boy named Carr. He may collect Matchbox cars now, but in the future, he could own a fleet of Jaguar.
22. Dodge
This name would work really well for a hardcore sports car lover. Dodge is a brand of American minivans, cars, convertibles, and sports vehicles.
23. Ayrton
Ayrton Senna is the name of the famous Brazilian race car driver who has won Formula One world championship thrice.
24. Dale
Dake Earnhardt, Sr. is a NASCAR driver who has seven Winston Cup and 76 career wins in his kitty. He is also the two-time champion of the Busch Racing Series.
25. Jimmy
Jimmy was the name of GM’s SUV model, which has been discontinued. This pet form of Jim and James is now being used independently too.
26. Michael
Who does not know Michael Schumacher, the Formula One racer with Grand Prix and World Championship wins? This name climbed to the top position for the first time in 1954.
Trivia27. Logan
By Logan, we are referring to Renault Logan, the mid-range sedan car. This bright and cheerful name originated from a place in Ayrshire. Logan means ‘small hollow’.
28. Monte
We are referring to the Chevrolet Monte Carlo car. This old-fashioned nickname of Montgomery has a certain charm to it.
29. Martin
If you did not like Aston much, you could always go with Martin, one of the ancient names that are in the process of sounding possible again.
30. Mark
The Lincoln’s Mark series is one of their most successful lineups. This name caught on in the 50s and reached the sixth spot by the 60s.
31. Nash
Nash Motors Company was an American automobile brand based in Kenosha, Wisconsin. This English surname would go well with the trendy names Ash, Cash, and Dash.
32. Owen
Here’s another major car company, Owen Magnetic Motor Car Corporation. This Celtic name is on the rise now, jumping three hundred places in a decade.
33. Peirce
Pierce-Arrow Motor Company was one of the renowned car brands of its time. This variation of Pierce means ‘son of Piers’.
34. Veyron
The Bugatti Veyron is a mid-engine sports car developed by Volkswagen. Bugatti will sound a bit odd for a newborn’s name, but Veyron could make a viable pick.
35. Richard
Richard Petty, also known as the King, is a famous NASCAR racer. He is a seven-time Daytona 500 winner and has won 200 NASCAR races too!
36. Mack
Mack is a world producer of automobiles. As a name, Mack makes a friendly and engaging alternative to Jack and Max.
37. Stanley
The Stanley Motor Carriage Company was an American manufacturer of steam-engine vehicles, operating from the year 1902 to 1924. This English name means ‘near the stony clearing’.
38. Vin
Vin, the short form of Vehicle Identification Number, could make a short and sweet name for your son. It’s a diminutive of Vincent and means ‘conquering’.
39. Wilson
Wilson Automobile Manufacturing Company was an automobile manufacturer that was later purchased by a Salle-Niagara Company. The meaning of Wilson is ‘son of Will’.
40. Ross
Ross was the name of a steam automobile built by its founder Louis S. Ross. This moniker originated as a surname of a Scottish clan, but now stands strong alone.
41. Fabia
Fabia here refers to Skoda Fabia, a hatchback car from the brand. You can use Fabia as a short form of the name Fabian.
42. Axle
Axle, an auto part could make a potential name for your child. If you want, you can change the spelling to Axel.
43. Baron
The Chrysler Imperial LeBaron was one of the classic luxury cars of the 1930s. This one just rolls off the tongue, isn’t it?
44. Cole
The Cole Motor Car Company was an automobile maker based in Indiana.
45. Dayton
Dayton isn’t just the brand name of the makers of Electric cars but is also the title of a famous car race in America.
46. Harrison
Harrison was the name of a touring car built by the Harrison Wagon Company.
47. Jack
Jack, the abbreviation for a car jack auto part, would be a classic name for your son.
48. Jazz
Jazz, as in Honda Jazz, would make a spunky nickname for your son.
49. Hemi
Hemi, the short form of Chrysler Hemi engine, would sound great as a baby name too.
50. Jeffery
Jeffrey is the name of a touring car manufactured by the Thomas B. Jeffery Company.
Car Names For Girls
Skip the usual princess names or cute baby girl names, and explore our list of interesting girl names inspired by cars.
51. Caprice
Both Chevrolet and Holden have cars named Caprice. The literal meaning of this appealing name could be a put off for some parents. Caprice means ‘impulsive change of mind’.
52. Infiniti
The name of the luxury car from Nissan has started being used as a baby girl name as well. Kids will associate this name with their favorite movie “Toy Story”- “To Infinity and beyond!”
53. Clio
Clio is one of the most famous car models by French automaker Renault. This adorable moniker can also be considered as a spelling variation of Cleo.
54. Shelby
If you are a muscle car enthusiast, this high-performance version of the classic car Ford Mustang would send shivers down your spine. And it is also one of the cool girl car names too!
55. Tesla
This electrical car manufacturer has been turning heads not just for its vehicles, but also for its catchy names. The name Tesla, derived from Slavic name Thessaly, is exceedingly popular with the Americans.
Trivia56. Elise
If you have a thing for the sports car and want a moniker that nods subtly to your passion, Elise would make a perfect pick. This French, baby girl name gets credit from the sassy and sleek Lotus Elise.
57. Savana/Savannah
The GMC may have tweaked the spelling for their car, but this name is popular with the girls in its original form. Which variant would you opt for? Savana or Savannah?
58. Lotus
This moniker inspired by the exotic flower is beautiful in its own right, but it becomes a double whammy when you add the power of the sports carmaker of the same name.
59. Porsche
This sleek and sporty name of a high-end automobile brand is very popular in Hollywood. If you want, you can try its softer and more usable alternative- Portia.
60. Zephyr
Not just the name, we love this car too! This beautiful car was introduced in 1935 and is now considered a vintage model. The meaning of Zephyr is ‘west wind’.
61. Jetta
Jetta is a cheerful and full of energy name of a Volkswagen car. You can even shorten it to Jet for the nickname, if you want. Its famous namesake is Jetta Goudal, the Dutch-American silent actress.
62. Avanti
Avanti, the name of the lovely sports car by Studebaker, would sound great on your baby girl.
63. Mercedes
As long as you do not add Benz after it, Mercedes would make a lovely name for your daughter. It’s actually a Spanish name and means ‘gracious gifts’. It originated from one of the epithets given to Mother Mary.
64. Kia
Kia, the name of the famous Korean line of the vehicle, is derived from an African language and means, ‘season’s beginning’. Kia has several namesakes as well, which includes Kia Joy Goodwin, the American actress and Kia Abdullah, British novelist and journalist.
65. Lancia
If you want a beautiful car related baby name for your daughter, go with Lancia, a name inspired by the Italian automobile manufacturer. No one could even guess that Lancia is a Greek alphabet.
66. Cheyenne
Cheyenne, the name of a Chevrolet vehicle, is of Native American origin. You can recognize this name from the television show “Reba”, where Cheyenne was the name of her eldest daughter.
67. Cavalier
We have to say that Chevrolet gives really cool names to its vehicles. One such is Cavalier. Chevrolet stopped the production of this compact automobile, but the name continues to enthrall the parents even today.
68. Laura
Laura, the name inspired by the popular Skoda model, is evocative and feminine without being too much in the face. It means ‘bay laurel’.
69. Alantra
This moniker is inspired by the Hyundai Elantra car. And since it’s a made up name, Alantra would make a unique name for your daughter. Allie or Lani would make cute nicknames for Alantra.
70. Liz
Liz is the name of a racer competing in GT endurance and Sportscar racing. Liz is a diminutive of the name Elizabeth and means ‘pledged to God’.
71. Milka
Milka is the Venezuelan racer best known for having the highest finish for a woman in the 24 Hours of Daytona. The meaning of Milka is ‘industrious’.
72. Melanie
Melanie Troxel is a National Hot Rod Association created with five career wins in the year 2009. This name is derived from the Greek word ‘melas’ and is associated with two Roman saints.
73. Janet
Janet, as in Janet Guthrie, is the first woman to drive in the Daytona and Indianapolis auto race. This diminutive of Jane means ‘God’s gracious gift’.
74. Katherine
Katherine Legge is the British driver who has competed in Grand Prix and Formula One races. This moniker is derived from the Old English word Aikaterina and means ‘pure’.
75. Camry
Camry, the name of the mid-sized Toyota car, could be used as a nickname for Camryn. This feminine form of Cameron got into the popularity list inspired by the actress Camryn Manheim.
Did you know?76. Danica
This moniker is inspired by an American auto race car driver. Danica Patrick is famous for being the first woman to win the IndyCar race.
77. Audi
Audi, the short form of Audrey, is one of the top-class German automobile brands. We’d suggest you keep it as a nickname for the name Audrey.
78. Alfa
Here’s another reference to Alfa Romeo. This variation of the first letter of the Greek alphabet and the name of the constellation would make an unusual name for your daughter.
79. Aria
This name is inspired by Tata Aria, one of the best diesel SUVs in India. The meaning of this Italian name is ‘air or lionesses.
80. Acadia
Acadia is a crossover vehicle from the renowned car brand GMC. This moniker is derived from the Greek word and means ‘idyllic place’.
81. Ariel
Ariel Atom is a high performance sports car produced by the Ariel Motor Company. Ariel is a Hebrew name, meaning ‘lion of God’.
82. Aspen
Aspen is a luxury SUV from the brand Chrysler. This place and nature name entered the popularity list in the year 1993 and is currently at 372nd spot.
83. Aurelia
We are referring to Aurelia, the Grand Tourer produced by Italian manufacturer Lancia. The meaning of Aurelia is ‘the golden one’.
84. Auburn
Auburn was the name of an American automobile industry that functioned for the years 1900 to 1936.
85. Beretta
Chevrolet Beretta is a car produced by Chevrolet from the years 1987 to 1996. This name would sound great in the middle.
86. Catherina
Saab Catherina was a prototype automobile designed and made by Sixten Sason. It’s a beautiful two seater with a Targa top.
87. Catalina
Pontiac Catalina is a hardtop coupe car produced between the years 1950 to 1981. Catalina is the Spanish version of Catherine and means ‘pure’.
88. Celica
Celica is a beautiful sports car produced by Celica. The moniker is derived from the Latin word ‘coelica’, which means ‘heavenly’ or ‘celestial’.
89. Dakota
Dodge Dakota, also known as Ram Dakota for the last two years of its production is a mid-sized pickup truck belonging to Chrysler.
90. Christine
The Christine Direct Action Motor Company, originally called the Iron Works was a car company formed in the year 1904 and lasted until 1910.
91. Eleanor
Eleanor is a 1971 Ford Mustang Sportsroof that received a star title credit in a film. This stately name has been in and out of fashion since the Queen of Aquitine brought it to England.
92. Dorris
The Dorris Motor Car Company, founded by George Preston, was in existence from 1906 to 1925. Dorris Henderson, the American folk singer, is a popular namesake.
93. Giulia
Alfa Romeo Giulia is a compact executive car from the Italian Car manufacturer, Alfa Romeo. This Italian variation of Julia means ‘youthful’.
94. Felicia
We think Felicia would make a lovely name for your daughter. This moniker was popular in the Hispanic community a decade ago, but isn’t much now.
95. Holly
Holly is mentioned here as a spelling variation of Holley from the Holley Motor Car Company. This English nature name would sound better on a Christmas baby.
96. Liana
Liana, inspired by the Suzuki car of the same name, would make a great name for your little girl. The meaning of this French name is ‘to climb like a vine’.
97. Nova
Nova, the name of a car from Chevrolet would make a beautiful moniker for your darling. The meaning of Nova is ‘new’.
98. Sienna
Toyota Sienna, one of the most famous cars of all time has a lovely name inspiration to offer.
99. Stella
Stella, the name of a solar-powered name, is extremely popular in the baby-naming world.
100. Victoria
Crown Victoria was a full sized sedan marketed and manufactured by Ford. The meaning of Victoria is ‘victory’.
Discover More Names
When you have to choose a name for your baby, a few hundreds of names may not be just enough. Keep digging our mine of baby names until you find that one precious gem.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Can car baby names be used as middle names?
Yes, people often use car names as middle names for their babies.
2. Are car baby names only for car enthusiasts?
Car baby names are often chosen by people with immense love for cars. However, their use is not restricted to only car lovers. Anyone fond of such names can use them to name their baby.
3. Can car baby names be combined with other themes?
Yes, car baby names can be combined with names of other themes. Parents must ensure that their chosen combination has a good meaning, sounds appealing, and is socially acceptable.
4. Are car baby names more popular for certain generations?
Baby names derived from cars weren’t previously common, but in recent years, parents have increasingly chosen them for their babies because they sound interesting and unique from other names.
Car baby names sound unique and classy. Besides, these modern names have interesting meanings, which makes them even more attractive. So if you want a distinctive yet popular name for your baby, this list of astounding car baby names will leave you spoilt for choice. To find the most suitable name for your little one, read their meaning carefully. Shortlist a few names and discuss your choices with your partner. You may even research for celebrity names that reflect any association with cars. Since a baby’s name stays with them for life, select the name you and your partner like the most.
Infographic: Interesting Names Based On Cars For Boys And Girls
Everyone loves cars, but if you’re a true enthusiast, you may consider naming your child after your favorite car. However, it could be a challenging task to look for such names. So, check out the infographic below for car-inspired names for your little one. Illustration: Momjunction Design Team
Key Pointers
- Bentley, Aston, Royce, Porsche, and Catalina are opulent baby names inspired by cars.
- Car-inspired names are not only for car lovers, they are enduring.
- Many car names are taken from the manufacturers’ names. A few examples are Giulia, Romeo, and Aston.
- Renault is a name also associated with Nobel Prize winner Louis Renault.
Illustration: Most Astounding Car Names For Girls And Boys
Image: Stable Diffusion/MomJunction Design Team
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