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Autumn is the favorite season for many who enjoy a laid-back attitude, hot coffee, festivities, pleasant weather, and like to unwind with your loved ones. There’s much to be happy about this time of year when nature is at its best, and the atmosphere is jubilant. If you like this season and wish to pick autumn baby names for your little one, this post is for you. These names reflect the changing colors of leaves, gleaming daylight, and romantic aspects of the season. So, read on as we bring you some autumn names to let you pick the most meaningful name for your baby.
Fall/Autumn Baby Names For Girls
1. Autumn
This beautiful name has a reputation for being a hippy classic. This name replaced the word Harvest in the middle of the 16th and since then, has been more popular as a baby name.
2. Aurelia
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Aurelia, meaning ‘golden,’ reminiscences of the gold and yellow leaves of the autumn season. This moniker has been famous since the glorious days of the Roman Empire.
3. Bramble
Fall, the harvest time, is the perfect season to get sticky fingers from picking blackberries. So how about naming your daughter Bramble?
4. Hazel
The harvest festival season is the perfect time to gather the ripe hazelnuts and eat them with the family over a cup of hot cocoa. So we think Hazel would make a great name for your autumn baby.
Did you know?5. Amber
Amber is the gorgeous fossilized tree resin found in jewelry. It is one of the most seen of all the autumn-hued colors. Amber is derived from the Sanskrit word, meaning ‘the sky.’
6. Rhea
Rhea, meaning ‘a flowing stream’ conjured up images of peaceful, woodland streams, passing the trees in autumn bloom.
7. October
If you are feeling a bit bold and brave, you can consider naming your baby after one of the autumn months. If you feel apprehensive using October as a first name, use it as a middle name.
8. Orla
Orla, meaning ‘golden princesses would make a great fit for an autumn baby girl. Orla Lassus, the music composer, credited with several compositions is its most famous namesake.
9. Garnet
Garnet is a lovely mineral that shines and glitters in shades of vibrant red, candied maple and crimson. These shades are a favorite of many during the fall.
10. Persephone
Persephone is the name of the goddess of Harvest in Greek mythology. She was also the goddess of spring growth.
11. Olive
How can an autumn baby girl name list be complete without the name Olive, whose fruits turn red during the fall?
12. Maple
Maple would be a colorful name for your baby girl. During the fall, the leaves of autumn take a bright and vivid reddish orange hue.
13. Laurel
The season of autumn revolves around trees. So why not name your child after a tree, like Laurel. It would make a fresh alternative to Laura too!
Trivia14. Marigold
Here’s another autumn color inspired name for your daughter. The sunshine colored petals of the marigold flowers cheer up even the most cynical of people. So a child with the name Marigold is sure to have a cheerful personality.
15. Raven
Raven, the intelligent bird, revered as a spiritual figure, forages on an assortment of cereals, insects, fruits, berries and even food waste. During Autumn, a scarecrow is often implanted on the fields during the fall to keep the birds away from the crops.
16. Annona
Annona is the Roman Goddess of the grain, which is found in abundance during the fall. The meaning of Annona is ‘of the harvest’.
17. Demeter
Demeter is the name of the goddess of fertility, agriculture, and grain.
18. Apple
How can we forget the fruit that is harvested during this season? This moniker is now made famous by Gwyneth Paltrow, who used this name for her daughter and made it extremely popular.
19. Saffron
We choose this name for the rich, golden color that reminds us of fall or autumn. It is often used in aromatic and hearty fall dishes. You can use Saifi as the short form for Saffron.
20. Maize
Maize, pronounced as May-zee, would make a cute name for your daughter. Also known as corn, this crop is harvested by the Indigenous people during the fall. People even use corn to decorate their house.
21. Pumpkin
Pumpkin isn’t often used as a first name, for obvious reasons. So you can use it as a nickname for your baby girl.
22. Arlet
When it comes to fall, we love everything that is inspired by apples, including Arlet, a variety of apple related to Golden Delicious. This moniker has French roots and is commonly spelled as Arlette.
23. Aster
Aster is the beautiful flower that blooms in the early Fall. This Greek word for ‘star’ is also the flower of the month of September.
24. Zarina
Meaning ‘golden vessel,’ Zarina would make a great name for your autumn inspired baby.
25. Scarlett
The name Scarlett reflects the bright red color of the maple leaves. This moniker has never looked back ever since Ms. Johansson entered Hollywood.
26. Ruby
We all know that autumn is full of different shades of red. So why not name your daughter after the red gemstone?
27. Sapphire
Sapphire is a gem coming in several colors like orange and yellow. So we think Sapphire would make a great pick if you want your baby’s name to reflect the colors of autumn.
28. Aspen
Aspen mountains are abundant in poplar trees, which take the yellowish golden hue during the fall. This nature name has seen a gradual rise in popularity over the years.
29. Clove
We think Clove would make a lovely and frill-free name for your daughter. Clove is the fragrant spice that we use to garnish our desserts, hot drinks, and holiday hams during this season.
30. Jora
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This Hebrew name, meaning ‘autumn rain,’ would make a sweet variation to Jorie, Jory, and Jorah. It would fit best for a girl born between the months September and November.
31. Sienna
This earthy orange shade would make a perfect baby name as well. It conjures images of the brownish red color used by painters since ages. Actress Sienna Miller has made this name even more popular with the parents.
32. Teresa
The name Teresa has a lovely autumn connection with its meaning ‘harvest’. This name may be falling in popularity, but its short form Tessa is widely used.
33. November
Here’s another spot-on, stunning fall baby girl name for your daughter. It isn’t much used now, but will soon be equal to September and October. Nova and Ember, both would make great nicknaming options for your child.
34. Phoenix
Phoenix is a beautiful mythical bird that rebirth from ashes from time to time. This moniker, meaning ‘dark red’ symbolizes immortality. And it’s a fantasy name evoking the moon goddess for Halloween.
35. Octavia
Octavia is a Latin name, meaning ‘eighth.’ Being the 8th month in the Roman calendar, October is called Octavia.
36. Honor
Honor is a Thanksgiving inspired name that became popular when the gorgeous Jessica Aba chose it for her daughter. The meaning of this English name is ‘dignity’.
37. Baize
Baize is an utterly unique French name, meaning ‘dark brown.’ Paul Baize, the French pediatrician, and astronomer is its most famous bearer.
38. Daphne
Daphne is a classic and super-feminine baby name, meaning ‘laurel tree.’ This aromatic evergreen tree comes into its own during the fall season.
39. Opal
Opal, the birthstone of the month of October would make a beautiful name for an autumn baby. This moniker is on the verge of recurrence, along with other jewel names Pearl and Ruby.
40. Perry
This functional, chic and friendly name would work best on a baby girl. It means ‘pear tree.’
41. Sparrow
When names like Phoenix and Lark can gain popularity, why not Sparrow. It’s usually a baby girl name, but was recently used by Nicole Richie, and Joel Madden chose it for their son.
42. Willow
Willow is a graceful and lovely name inspired by an ancient tree that is believed to possess magical powers. Will Smith and Michelle Monaghan chose this name for their daughters.
43. Aluma
Aluma is a cute Hebrew name, meaning ‘a sheaf of grain at harvest.’ This moniker was at its peak in the 1930s, when it reached the 38th spot.
44. Ginger
The reddish orange hue and the spicy scent of this vegetable bring to mind an autumn field. It originally started as a nickname for redhead as red hair is called ginger.
45. Pomona
Here’s another yummy name for your fall baby. Pomona is the name of the Roman goddess of fruit trees and her name means ‘apple.’
46. Sorrell
Sorrell, the name of the amber-hued herb, is also used to describe the color of autumn. The meaning of this French name is ‘reddish brown’.
47. Zea
Zea is a Latin baby girl name, meaning ‘grain.’ This moniker would fit perfectly along with its cousins Leya and Tia.
48. Fern
The name Fern is inspired by a plant and has Spanish and Portuguese origins. This name hasn’t moved from the nursery. Just 2738 babies were given this name in the year 2014.
49. Coral
The name Coral refers to both the sea animals found in the oceans and their pinkish-orange color.
50. Ivy
The name Ivy denotes the autumn plant. It has been more popular than ever over the last few years.
51. Crisanta
Crisanta, the short form of chrysanthemum would make a lovely and unusual alternative to Christine.
52. Ceres
Ceres is the name of the Roman mythology goddess of the harvest. The Greek counterpart of Ceres is Demeter.
53. Goldie
During the 1880s, Goldie was one of the saucy nicknames. And it could be making a comeback soon.
54. Topaz
Topaz, the glowing birthstone of the month of November would make a sizzling name for your daughter.
55. Libra
Libra is one of the usable Zodiac sign baby names. It’s also the name of the main character in DC Comics.
56. Leaf
This lovely, autumn girl name would make a cool nickname or middle name for your daughter.
57. Gaia
Gaia is the name of the Greek mythological goddess associated with harvest. Underused? Yes, but definitely not neglected.
58. Bruna
Bruna, meaning ‘brown’ in Italian, is a very autumnal color. It is feminine, soft and appealing, well suited to modern babies. You can even opt for its variation Brunella.
59. Blaze
This moniker describes the fall foliage. As a current version of the French name, Blaise has been trending these days.
60. Russet
Russet is a lovely reddish-brown color that is more popular now as a name. And it’s a variety of potato too!
61. Clover
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Clover, the shamrock symbol of Ireland is often associated with good luck. Clover is also considered the feminine variation of the name Clovis. We think it would make a quirky alternative to Lily and Rose.
Fall/Autumn Baby Names For Boys
62. Hunter
Hunter is an English name, meaning ‘pursuer.’ This name reflects the age-old role of the hunter and gatherers. Hollywood actor Josh Holloway and his wife Yessica Kumala welcomed their son Hunter Lee in the year 2014.
Faith Drew, a mother of two, explains why she’s fond of the name Hunter for a baby boy. In her autumn and nature-inspired baby names video, Drew says, “I thought it’s perfect for fall, that’s when hunting season starts and it sounds kind of woodsy, outdoorsy… I thought it was perfect for this season (i).”
63. Woodrow
Woodrow, meaning ‘row of houses by a wood’ would make a great option for an autumn born baby.
64. Aurelius
Aurelius is the male version of the name Aurelia and means ‘golden.’ Marcus Aurelius, it namesake was one of the most loved Roman emperors in history.
65. Radley
Radley, meaning ‘red meadow’ captures the colors of autumn perfectly. Radley Balko, the American journalist, would be the most famous bearer of this name.
66. Adam
Adam, meaning ‘of the red earth’ would make a cool name for your baby boy. Its most famous bearer is Samuel Adam, the American political philosopher who led the American Revolutionary Movement.
67. Rory
If you want a princely name for your autumn baby, name your child Rory, which means ‘red king.’ It ranks in the top 100 baby names in England and Wales.
68. Oak
During autumn, the oak trees drop a hundred of acorns. So you can use it as an inspiration for your autumn baby as well!
69. Archer
Archer, meaning ‘bowman’ nods to the bow and arrow season that kicks off in the United States during the. Despite becoming more and more popular with every passing year, Archer is far from being overused.
70. Roux
The colors of autumn would make a great source of inspiration, not just for boys, but also girls. Meaning ‘red,’ Roux sounds chic, friendly and charming.
71. Wheatley
Wheatley, meaning ‘from the wheat meadow,’ would make an apt fall-inspired name for your son. This elegant and poetic name brings to mind the warm baked goods, sugar and spice served during the fall.
72. Arista
Arista is an energetic Greek name, meaning ‘harvest. This name hits the mark as a unique, yet utterly stylish fall name for you.
73. Lugh
Lugh, the name of one of the harvest gods, could also be considered.
74. Bean
Bean is one of the most favored nicknames for boys born during Autumn. Do you know why? Because it’s harvested in the fall. Bean is a Scottish name and means ‘fair skinned.’
75. Frost
Autumn also marks a fall in the temperature. So frost, meaning ‘born during the cold weather’ would be a perfect fit for your baby boy.
76. Kale
Kale, the name of the green leafy vegetable harvested during the fall, is finding favor with many parents these days.
77. Forrest
Meaning ‘dweller amongst the woods, the name Forrest conjures the lovely autumnal setting in mind.
78. Sage
Sage is a popular food spice, known widely for its use in the stuffing. It’s also one of the four sacred medicines in the Native culture. Meaning ‘wise’ and ‘healthy’, Sage also has been associated with Wild West and sagebrush.
79. Hawthorne
During autumn, the Hawthorn bushes take a beautiful yellow color. The meaning of Hawthorne is ‘lives where Hawthorne bushes grow’ would make a lovely choice for baby boys born during this season.
80. Bruno
Bruno, meaning ‘brown’ would make a great match for autumn-born baby boys. It brings to mind the return of the crunchy brown leaves during this season.
81. Cedar
During autumn, the leaves of cedar trees take a wonderful color. So why don’t you name your son after the sunset-colored leaves of this tree?
82. Crispin
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The name Crispin is derived from the Latin word ‘Crispus’ and means ‘curly headed.’
83. Carmine
Carmine, meaning ‘vivid red,’ somewhat similar to the color of cranberry, is a great way to reflect the bright and beautiful leaves of this season.
84. Rowan
Rowan is the name of the flowering tree with tiny red berries. The meaning of this Scottish fall boy name is ‘little redheads’. Its most famous bearer is Rowan Atkinson or Mr. Bean, as he is fondly known as.
85. Hawk
During the fall, thousands and thousands of hawks, along with falcons migrate to their winter dwellings. Hawk will make a tough and macho name for your baby boy.
86. Birch
This moniker brings to mind the graceful and strong white-barked tree. Its most famous bearer is Birch Evans Bayh, the former high-ranking senator.
87. Garner
Garner is an unusual autumn baby boy name, meaning ‘to harvest grain’ in Latin. Two celebrity babies have Garner as the middle name- Haven Garner, daughter of Cash Warren and Jessica Alba and Samuel Garner, son of Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner.
88. Oakley
If you find Oak too simple for a first name, go with Oakley, the English name that means ‘oak clearing.’ This name is beginning to catch with the parents as well.
89. Jack
Jack here references to Jack-o-lantern that we see during Halloween. And Halloween, as you all know, falls during the harvest moon season. The meaning of Jack is ‘god is gracious’.
90. Brock
Here’s another irresistible variety of apple that could make a great baby boy name. Brock is derived from an old English word and means ‘badger.’
91. Paisley
This lovely name refers to the fresh autumn fabric that was originally designed and manufactured in Paisley, Scotland. And it’s the last of famous country singer Brad Paisley.
92. Griffin
This fall-inspired name is one of the Halloween names for babies that carries historical significance. This Welsh moniker originates from Gruffydd and means ‘prince.’
93. Linden
There is something adorable about this moniker. It comes from the Old English word lind dun and means ‘Lime tree hill.’ Linden is yet to cross the top 50-baby boy name list.
94. Asher
This moniker has become the new Rowan now. It is not overly popular, but is familiar enough to make a nice name. The meaning of this Hebrew name is ‘happy’.
95. Aki
Aki is an unusual, yet stunning baby boy name meaning ‘autumn’ in the Japanese language. Aki Aleong, the American character actor, is its most popular bearer.
96. Cormac
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Cormac is an offbeat and evocative Irish baby boy name, meaning ‘tree trunk.’ Meaning ‘charioteer,’ this moniker also runs through the Celtic mythology. Unfortunately, this name has never made it to the top 1000 list.
97. Dunn
Dunn is a Gaelic name, meaning ‘brown.’ Ryan Dunn, the well-known television personality, is its namesake.
98. Woody
Friendly and courageous, this autumn-inspired name is a diminutive of Woodrow and means ‘row of houses by wood.’
99. Lennox
This powerful and aristocratic Scottish name is related to the elm tree. It conjures up images of crisp autumn days and falling leaves.
100. Rusty
This moniker is associated with the gorgeous, brownish red color of the rust often associated with this season. It’s a variation of the name Russell and means ‘redhead.’
101. Ash
This robust baby name comes from the Middle English word ‘asche’ and means ‘the tree.’ Isn’t it perfect for fall babies? You can even keep it as a short form for Asher.
102. Peregrine
If you want an elaborate name for your son, go with Peregrine, an Old English name, meaning ‘someone living near a pear tree.’ This moniker ranked #1236 in the year 2014.
103. Crimson
You can also consider Crimson for your baby boy. It was given to just 38 babies in the year 2014, hence, would make a different pick.
So which autumn or fall baby name is your favorite?
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. Are autumn baby names gaining popularity?
Autumn baby names are bright and fresh, and their popularity has been growing over time.
2. What advice can one give to parents when choosing an autumn baby name?
When selecting an autumn baby name, consider its sound, meaning, and the roots and culture from which it originated. You may prioritize a name that honors your cultural background or meaningful traditions. You could also pick any name that resonates with you from this list if you find all the details appealing.
3. What are the benefits of choosing an autumn-inspired baby name?
Autumn baby names feature a unique blend of traditional, and classic names. Several names are gender-neutral as well. You can choose the one with a meaning that is most appropriate for your baby.
With leaves changing colors, the fragrance of cinnamon all around, festivals going around, and roads filled with fallen leaves, autumn is one of the most beautiful seasons. So if you want to name your baby after this magical season, this collection of autumn baby names will come in handy. The above list can be your one-stop destination for your search for the perfect nature-inspired name with a mixture of all things associated with the season. So go through these earthy baby names and pick one for your baby boy or girl that best reflects the warmth of autumn.
Infographic: Autumn-Inspired Baby Names
Autumn is when the weather begins to cool down after a long, hot summer. You may enjoy the beautiful sights of nature with colorful leaves. So, if you love the season or your baby is autumn-born, check out the infographic below for some name suggestions that carry the wonderful essence. Illustration: Momjunction Design Team
Key Pointers
- Autumn-inspired baby names capture the season’s essence, reflecting the changing hues of leaves, the radiant sunlight, and the romantic ambiance.
- Each name in the list describes the different attributes of Autumn, from a fulfilling harvest to a spooky Halloween.
- Some delightful and meaningful names for boys include Hunter, Frost, Jack, and Woody.
- Names like Hazel, Amber, Laurel, and Willow offer beautiful choices for girls.
Illustration: Stunning And Riveting Autumn Baby Names To Fall For
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Welcome to Faith Drew’s video on Fall-inspired baby names for boys and girls! Join us on a journey through the captivating wonders of nature and immerse yourself in the rich essence of autumn with these unique and meaningful names.
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