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Some baby names reflect the spirit of the entire existence. One such category is this list of “earthy baby names.” This planet we live on, our home, symbolizes growth, stability, and strength. By naming your baby something related to earth, you give them a nurturing perspective. Also, with the entire world going eco-friendly, caring for the well-being of our planet is a burgeoning trend; their name would not be going out of style anytime soon. So, if you would like to give your baby organic, earthy, and green names, take a peek at our list.
65 Earthy Baby Names For Boys And Girls
Names inspired by Nature and the Earth celebrate the beauty of the world around us and can instill a love of the natural world in your child. Read on to explore different earthy baby names to adorn your little one.
Organic And Earthy Girl Names
1. Abelia
The meaning of the name is ‘breath’. In most countries, Abelia is a girl’s name. The name has a Hebrew origin and a rich history. The name sounds sweet which makes it quite popular in many countries.
2. Althea
It is a very charming baby girl name that means ‘the Healer or Wholesome.’ The sweet and affectionate name is of Greek origin and has a unique resonance to it. In literature, Richard Lovelace has utilized the name in a poem “To Althea, From Prison” that John Milton had also alluded to in Lycidas.
3. Heather
The grounded name Heather has its origin as an English baby girl’s name. In English, a Heather is a flowering evergreen plant that thrives on peaty barren lands. It is a name that has often been found in Scotland where it enjoys much popularity as a baby name.
4. Iris
In Greek, the meaning of the name is a rainbow. In mythology, Iris was the Greek goddess of the rainbow. The meaning of the name has its derivations in other forms too like the iris of the eye or the purple colored flower, named the same.
5. June
The name June is a Latin baby girl’s name which means young and youthful. In Roman mythology, Juno was known for the protection of women and marriage and in modern times, it is also referred to as the bridal month.
6. Juniper
It is a name derived from the Juniper tree. The origin of the name is derived from the Latin word juniperus. In Latin language, juniperus comes from the combination of the word junio, which means young, and parere, to produce. Hence, the meaning of the complete name is youth producing, or evergreen.
7. Laurel
In English Laurel is a baby girl’s given name. This rustic name is of English origin that has been derived from the Latin word, Lauras with the meaning that goes back to the laurel tree. Other various similar sounding names related to Laurel are Laura, Lori, and Lorraine that are generally preferred for baby girls.
8. Opal
Opal is a feminine baby girl’s given name that has been derived from gemstone opal. It is a birthstone for October that makes it popular for October born babies. Its name is derived from the Sanskrit upala, which means jewel and was widely used during the late Victorian era.
9. Pearl
Pearl is a baby girl’s given name that is derived from the English word pearl. It is a hard, round object produced by the soft tissue of living, shelled mollusk. Pearls are often used in making precious jewels. It is also the birthstone for the month of June, which gives it a huge significance.
10. Raven
It is a baby girl’s name that has been derived from Old Norse as well as Old English. The meaning of the name is associated with someone with very black raven-like hair. If your baby has a thick lock of black hair, Raven is a suitable name to describe her beauty.
11. Savannah
The name Savannah is a baby girl’s name that is derived from the English language. The meaning of the name Savannah is “from the open plain.” The name of the word is derived from Zabana, which comes from the Taino language (Native American) that means “open plain.”
12. Sierra
It is an Irish name meaning “dark” and is the feminine form of Ciaran. It is a very popular baby girl’s name in Irish and evokes a sense of earthy vitality in your baby girl who is very fond of natural phenomena.
Green Baby Girl Names
13. Basil
It is a unique name and Basil is a Greek baby girl name. In Greek the meaning of the name Basil is related to being royal or kingly. It is also the name of a very useful, medicinal shrub, popular in most cuisines. In history, St Basil the Great was the Bishop of Caesarea in the latter half of the 4th century.
Trivia14. Blossom
It is an English baby name for girls. The meaning of the name is ‘fresh’ and it is usually referred to flowers and fresh buds that have just opened their petals in trees and shrubs. Cherry blossoms are beautiful and much celebrated in Autumn.
15. Bluebell
It is derived from the English flower named Bluebell and it is a popular baby name for girls. The origin of the name resides in French as the word was rooted from the French name, Bluebelle. It gives a tone of calmness and serenity to the bearer of the name.
16. Carnation
The name means the flower of love or the flower of gods. The flower by this name has a rich history and has been referred to through centuries for its richness and beauty as well as variety of colors. It is an excellent baby name with a wonderful meaning to it.
17. Cherry
It is a very sweet and cute sounding English baby name for girls. The name is derived from the English word that has been used to describe a red colored fruit, sweet to taste and the name provides your child with such attributes.
18. Daisy
Daisy is a much loved and preferred baby girl’s given name, commonly considered to be derived from the name of the flower. The flower name has its origin in the Old English word dægeseage that means “day’s eye”. The name Daisy is a significant name that has a valued meaning to it.
Colorful Baby Girl names
19. Amber
It is an English baby name for girls which refers to a jewel named the same. The name became famous in the nineteenth century when a yellowish raisin was used to make crystals of amber for jewelry and had a brilliant glow.
20. Coral
In English the meaning of the name is that of a jewel which is red in color, a precious stone that is much valued for its astrological significance too. The name Coral gives your child the unique attribute of being precious and with great value.
21. Ebony
It is a very popular baby girl’s given name in English. The origin of the name lies in Egypt and the meaning of the name is black. If your baby girl has lustrous black hair and eyes, it can be the perfect name to reflect her beauty.
22. Hazel
It is a baby girl’s given name meaning “hazel” that is taken from the name of the tree or the color. The origin of the word is from the Old English hæsel. It gained its popularity as a baby girl’s name in English-speaking countries during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
23. Ivory
The name Ivory derived from an English baby girl’s name. In English, the name Ivory has the meaning pure white and refers to the tusks of elephants. It is also a reference to creamy-white color of ivory that symbolizes purity or to the hard tusk used for carving sculptures and jewelry.
24. Lilac
The name Lilac is a baby girl’s name that is an English derivation. In English, Lilac is the name of a flowering pale-purple shrub that has pretty flowers and looks enchanting.
Eco Friendly Baby Girl Names
25. Dawn
It is an English baby girl’s name with the meaning as Aurora. It is also symbolized as the first appearance of daylight and called daybreak. The rising day and the ambience it creates is spectacular, making it a perfect earthy baby girl’s name.
26. Dove
The name is taken from a type of bird which particularly symbolizes peace. The origin of Dove is an Anglicized version of an Old Gaelic word for dub, meaning ‘dark’ or ‘black’.
27. Eden
It is a sweet sounding baby girl’s given name which has several derivations. One special mention of its meaning can be from the Biblical Garden of Eden, meaning ‘delight.’ It was first used as a name in history as found from ancient Israel in the book of II Chronicles.
28. Fawn
The name is derived from Greek. It is an American baby girl’s given name which signifies a young deer. The Greek mythological goddess of fertility and nature was named Fauna, who was known for her chastity.
29. Fleur
It is a French name which is given to baby girls. The meaning of the name in French is a flower. The name has a worthy mention in British writer John Galsworthy’s heroine in his work “The Forstye Saga”.
30. Gardenia
It is an English name for baby girls that has a very earthy meaning to it. Gardenia in the English language signifies a flower and it has an instant connection to Mother Nature.
31. Ginger
It is an English given baby name for girls which means to be pure and chaste or virginal. A sweet sounding name, it is often kept as a nickname and refers to people with red hair. It is also a very lively name signifying the essence of ginger root.
32. Meadow
It has its origin in English and is used as a given name for baby girls. The meaning of the name is someone who lives by the meadows. It is a organic and trending green baby name for girls.
33. Olive
It is a very popular English and American baby girl’s given name. The name has its origin in Latin and means a sour tasting fruit. It is also a symbol of peace, as referred many times in Greek mythology and classics, with a representative olive branch symbolizing a peace treaty.
Organic Baby Boy Names
34. Almond
It is taken from the Middle English Personal name as Almund that has its origin in Old English. The meaning of the name is to be noble and provide protection to the weak. It is also referred to as a tree bearing nuts.
35. Cypress
The name is given to cute little baby boys and the origin of the name is derived from Greek. The meaning of the name is to be uncertain. But when used as a name, it represents the cypress tree that is long lived, adaptable to the situations and grows in all possible climates, producing very good quality of wood.
36. Hyacinth
The name is derived from Greek and it is a given name for baby boys. The meaning of the name in Greek is a flower that has the same name. In the Greek legends, it says that the hyacinth flower had sprouted from the blood of the youth named Hyacinthus, who had been accidently killed by Apollo and it represents youth and vitality.
37. Maple
It is an English given name for baby boys that represent a tree. The leaf of the tree is also present in the Canadian national flag. It is a symbol of purity and growth.
38. Rainbow
It is a name of Greek origin and referred to the goddess of the clouds and rain. The name is suitable for the baby boys who feel a strong connection with nature.
39. Ridge
It is an English baby name for boys which has its origin in the English language. The meaning of the name is symbolic and means someone who is from the ridge.
40. Rivers
The origin of the name Rivers is from the Shakespearean times. It is a given name for baby boys and has a rich history in the chronicles of the English aristocracy.
Quick fact41. Robin
It is a name derived from two different words ‘Robert’ and the suffix ‘in’, which is common in the Old Germanic language which means fame. It is a masculine name that is generally given to baby boys.
42. Rocky
It is a very unique organic boy name in the English language that has its derivations from names such as Rocco. It is often used as a nickname for a tough and sturdy person. The name is famous because of the character played by Sylvester Stallone in the movie, “Rocky”, which had five sequels too.
43. Sequoia
The name is given to the coast redwood tree, the tallest tree on Terra. It also has the longest lifespan and can live for centuries. The tree is native to California and the name is also that of a type of sparrow.
44. Shenandoah
The name is actually of unknown Native American origin and it has been derived from the Anglicization of the Native American term, meaning mysterious.
Green Baby Names For Boys
45. Dale
It is an English given name for baby boys which has its origin in Old English. The meaning of the name refers to someone who lives near a valley.
46. Darnel
The name has been derived from the word, darnel which is a type of grass. It also has its origin in the old English word derne that means hidden or nook.
47. Eagle
It is a given name for baby boys and has a German origin. The Roman name derived from the Greek word aetos meaning eagle is a bird of prey that is known to fly high.
48. Falcon
It is a name of English origin that is given to baby boys. The people with this name are recognized for their inner peace and quiet and who have the ability to learn the deeper truth of life.
49. Finch
It is an English name for baby boys that has its origin in Old English. It is referred to as a bird that has the significance of being freedom loving.
50. Greene
It is one of the most popular and widespread names in English and Irish. The origin of the name lies in the Old English and the Anglo-Saxon origins and the meaning of the name is that of the color green.
51. Heath
It is an English name for baby boys which means someone who lives by the Heath. It is an old English name given to males and has a strong connection to nature.
52. Hawke
It is an English baby name for boys. The meaning of the name is that of a bird of prey that soars high in the sky.
Eco Friendly Baby Names For Boys
53. Alder
Alder is a baby boy’s given name in English. The origin of the name is in Egyptian language and the name has significance in the legends and mythologies of the Egyptian mysteries.
54. Aster
Aster is an English given name for baby boys. The origin of the name is in Greek. The different meanings of the name include a star in Greek and a flower in the English context. It is a suitable name for the baby boys with a very appealing and charming personality and sweet smile.
55. Haven
It is an English baby boy’s name which means a place of safety or shelter. It is a name that is close to nature and greenery. The name is also of two syllables and sounds perfect for your baby boy to attribute the quality that the name signifies.
56. Jasper
The name is a variant of Caspar and means an ornamental stone in French. It also gives the meaning for colors such as brown, beige or red. In the Persian legends, the meaning of the name is a treasurer. It is of two syllables and has biblical origins, perfect for your baby boy.
57. Jay
It is an English baby name that is given to the boys. In the English language the meaning of the name is to rejoice and be happy. It is also the name of a bird and used as a nickname for people with a name starting with ‘J’, or for people who love to talk and express their feelings verbally.
58. Jet
The meaning of the name Jet is a black gemstone that is precious and used for jewelry making and crafting purposes. It is an English baby name that has its origin in the Old English language.
59. Kodiak
It is a name that is given to the baby boys. The name is derived from the Alutiiq word qikertaq, meaning ‘island.’ A variation of the name is Kodyak, and a preferred name for boys.
60. Leaf
The name is derived from the English and the Norse language. In the English term, it refers to the leaf of a plant but in the Norse and Old English language, it gives the meaning of ‘heir’.
61. Linden
It is an English baby boy’s name that has been derived from the word, linde, which means a lime tree. It is also often used as a German surname and it is quite popular in the European nations.
62. Oceanus
Oceanus is a Greek name that is given to baby boys in the English language. It has a Greek origin and was the name of the father of Oceanids. It is an earthbound name that resembles the strength and vastness of the oceans.
63. Phoenix
It means deep red. It is also the name of a colorful, mythical bird that is known to burn in his own pyre and then again be born from the ashes. It represents progress and the color red, which is associated with passion and energy.
64. Rowan
It is a given name for the baby boys in the English language. The name derives its origin from Irish and it means a little red-haired one. The name also refers to the flowering Rowan tree which is a beautiful sight in itself.
65. Sage
If you wish your child to be wise and intelligent like a hermit, Sage is the perfect name which means wise and thoughtful. The origin of the name lies in English and French. The famous actor that has the virtue of this name is Sage Stallone.
We hope you liked our compilation and were pleased with the variety of themes. Do you have any beautiful names to suggest for this theme? Feel free to share with us by commenting below.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. What are the most popular Earthy baby names currently?
Names such as Iris, Raven, Sierra, Olive, Greene, Rowan, and Sage are quite popular among parents.
2. How do parents choose the perfect Earthy name for their baby?
Parents look for certain qualities that they would like their baby to imbibe. When looking for earthy names, if a name stands for the quality they are looking for and sounds good, is easy to pronounce, does not have any slang meaning, and suits the child, then it’s the name they select.
3. Are there any Earthy names that are also gender-neutral or unisex?
Gender-neutral nature names such as River, Sage, Blue, Onyx, and Phoenix are unisex names that might interest you.
4. What are some creative ways to combine Earthy baby names with other themes or styles?
For a vintage twist, you can name your child Hazel with the middle name Evelyn. And if you want a culture mix, you can name your child Dale with the middle name Kai. Lastly, for a nature combination, name your child Rose Meadow.
5. Can Earthy baby names be adapted to different languages and cultures, and how might they be received?
Earthy baby names can be adopted into various languages but will need to be adjusted phonetically to suit the language’s pronunciation. Remember, not every culture will be accepting of such names as it may not be a norm there.
6. What are some unique earthy names for girls and boys?
Some distinctive earthy names for girls are Abelia, Shenandoah, and Fawn, while Darnel, Kodiak, and Heath are some good choices for boys. These names will help your child stand out while connecting them to the beauty of nature.
Earthy baby names are nature-inspired and could be related to forests, mountains, plants, trees, flowers, or other natural elements. Precious stones such as diamond, emerald, ruby, and sapphire make good earthy names. They have become more popular with the rise of environmental awareness and can inspire positivity and give special attention to your child. Further, various nature baby names with deep meanings can be found in different cultures. Hence, you may choose the one you think will suit your baby’s personality. These names may motivate your child to stay connected with nature and inspire them to safeguard the natural world.
Infographic: Sweet Baby Names That Reflect The Spirit Of Nature
In nature, we discover tranquility, joy, calmness, and peace. Therefore, choosing a name derived from nature for your little one could be a great idea. Check out the infographic below to learn about names connected to different elements of nature and capture its spirit. Share the list with others too! Illustration: Momjunction Design Team
Key Pointers
- Choosing a nature-inspired name for your little one may instill a lifelong love for nature in their lives.
- Pleasant names such as Blossom, Eden, and Leaf are among the many choices to pick from.
- Phoenix, Oceanus, and Haven are unique choices that bring serene imagery and deeper nature-related meanings.
- Opting for an earthy name for your baby could also be a positive step in inspiring them towards environmental awareness.
Illustration: Beautiful Organic & Earthy Baby Names For Girls And Boys
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