2912 Classic And Modern English Unisex Names You’ll Treasure
Timeless and versatile, just right for your baby.
The popularity of English unisex names has surged in recent years. Originating from England, English has evolved into the world's lingua franca. This language is known for borrowing words from Latin, Greek, Hebrew, French, Hindi, and Arabic, thus giving rise to many meaningful English names (1). These names have a historical charm, bringing to mind knights, castles, and royalty. Dandy, Emeryth, and Harper are some examples of Old English classics that are quite popular among parents.
The English typically have one or more given names (first names) and a family name (last name). These given names are often chosen to honor significant figures, including prosperous local landowners, royalty, and, more commonly, grandparents and parents. A last name, on the other hand, is derived from a person's father's name, their occupation, or another relative. For example, Johnson means ‘John's son,’ which can be shortened to ‘Johns.’
Check out this post to discover some lovely unisex English names for your child.
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Name | Gender | Meaning | |
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| Girl | Life; Hazelnut; Lake; Beauty | |
| Boy | Little hollow | |
| Boy | Brave at war; War strength | |
| Girl | Broken land; Marsh; One who lives near a brook | |
| Boy | A Hunter; Pursuer | |
| Girl | Pleasantness; Beautiful; Straight; Direct | |
| Boy | One with the crooked nose | |
| Girl | Helmeted head; Armored head | |
| Boy | Champion; Famous; Loud; Descendant of Nuallán | |
| Boy | A Christian; Follower of Jesus Christ | |
| Boy | Keeper of the park | |
| Girl | Pipe player; Pepper | |
| Girl | Rye clearing | |
| Girl | Fighting man's estate; Warrior's town | |
| Boy | Red-haired; Little redhead; Descendant of Ruadhán; River in paradise | |
| Boy | Who is like Yahweh? | |
| Girl | Rainbow; Bringer of Joy; Irish flower; Colored part of the eye | |
| Girl | Defender; Helper | |
| Girl | A place of delight; Pleasure; Plain; Wealthy bear | |
| Boy | Soldier; Peaceful; Favored | |
| Boy | Ash tree town; From the ash tree farm | |
| Girl | Young; Evergreen; A type of tree | |
| Boy | Freckled; Strength; Swift; Speckled | |
| Girl | Enthusiasm; Ardor | |
| Boy | Fire; Steep meadow | |
| Boy | Loving companion; From the wetlands; Warrior | |
| Girl | Royal fortress meadow; Cyndeburg's field; War chief | |
| Girl | Son of Coinneach (handsome, beautiful, good) | |
| Girl | Friend; Famous spear | |
| Boy | Respected; Esteemed; Venerable; Exalted | |
| Boy | A broad clearing or field | |
| Boy | One who brings treasure; Treasurer | |
| Girl | Kent river valley; Valley of kings | |
| Boy | Hollow valley | |
| Boy | Clearing of rye; Valiant | |
| Boy | A bird that gets reborn from ashes; Dark red; Excellent person | |
| Boy | Crooked nose | |
| Girl | Small, singing bird | |
| Boy | Settlement by the Riming stream | |
| Boy | The son of Oda; Descendant of the helpful one | |
| Boy | Place of elms | |
| Girl | Fighter's estate; Noble; Descendant of Peatan | |
| Girl | Tata's homestead | |
| Girl | Little king | |
| Girl | Curly hair; Curly head | |
| Girl | Spark; Precious stone | |
| Boy | Thankful one; God will judge | |
| Boy | Narrow lane; Path; Meadow | |
| Boy | From valley meadows; Valley house | |
| Boy | Red king; Joyful | |
| Boy | Son of marsh-dwellers | |
| Boy | Strength; Battle spirit; Gentle | |
| Boy | One who performs sacred rituals; Priest | |
| Girl | Aspen tree; Shaking or quaking tree | |
| Boy | A meadow on an island; Little king | |
| Girl | Victory of the people | |
| Boy | Tranquil; Blue-crested bird | |
| Boy | Fortified hill; Between two highlands | |
| Unisex | Type of herb; Wise person | |
| Boy | Noble; Renowned; Illustrious | |
| Girl | Throne; Lord; Young; Humiliator of the enemy; Sunbeam; Ray of light; Sparkling | |
| Girl | Courageous; Rye clearing | |
| Boy | Rose; Ruddy; Of renowned king | |
| Boy | Manly; Masculine; Virile | |
| Girl | God answers; Misfortune; Adversity; Without a superior; He who no one can lead; Lord Vishnu; Brother; Spanish town | |
| Boy | Christmas | |
| Boy | Cauldron; Curly-haired; Maiden | |
| Girl | Songlike | |
| Boy | Lion; Eagle; Brave; Most holy; Sun-like; Visible; Generous; Chief; Superior | |
| Girl | Rhythm; Flow; Falling | |
| Boy | Fallow land | |
| Boy | Supplanter; Holder of the heel | |
| Boy | Hare's meadow | |
| Boy | Supplanter; One who follows; Holder of the heel | |
| Boy | Calf; Pollen; Warrior | |
| Boy | Bringer of light; Marshy | |
| Girl | A wise person; A type of spice | |
| Boy | Lion of God | |
| Boy | Holder of the heel; May God protect; City of Kobe; Tortoise | |
| Unisex | Sea battle; Descendant of Murchadh | |
| Girl | Murmuring rock; Alluring temptress | |
| Boy | Sky | |
| Girl | Bailiff; Administrator | |
| Boy | From a coal town; From a dark town | |
| Boy | Southern homestead | |
| Girl | Unhappy; Unlucky | |
| Boy | Vigilant; Watchful | |
| Boy | Wise; Smart; Thinker; Watered; Luxuriant; Little king; Gate to Heaven | |
| Boy | Land of rye | |
| Boy | To sit or lay; People; Spear | |
| Boy | Tranquil; Abundance; His gift | |
| Boy | Esteemed; Love; Supreme | |
| Boy | Mill, Mill keeper | |
| Boy | Follower of Christ; Bearer of Christ | |
| Boy | Church official; Esteemed; Free; Cane; One who observes sounds | |
| Boy | Supplanter; Brave lion | |
| Girl | Brier clearing; Meadow clearing | |
| Boy | Residing by the sign of the cross; Shrine of the cross | |
| Boy | Righteous; Just; Fair | |
| Boy | Narrow lane; Country road; Path | |
English, with its rich linguistic history, offers a plethora of options for parents seeking English unisex names for their children. Parents often choose these names after considering their cultural significance. Despite shifts in trends and naming patterns, English unisex names continue to inspire, allowing parents to select names that sound lovely and express their values and hopes for their children’s future. Take a look at our curated list of English unisex names to find the best-suited option for your little one.
Infographic: Trendy English Unisex Names
Parents often choose English unisex names for their children because they are widely recognized and appreciated globally. Many of these names have been handed down through generations, adding to their traditional and enduring appeal. Check out the infographic below to find fashionable English unisex names for your child.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What are some celebrity-inspired unisex names?
Some celebrity-inspired unisex names include Avery, inspired by actor and singer Avery Franklin Brooks and American-born Canadian TV journalist Avery Haines, Taylor, from singer-songwriter Taylor Swift and actor Taylor Daniel Lautner, and Charlie, inspired by comic actor and filmmaker Charlie Chaplin and British actor, writer, and producer Charlie Covell.
2. Can English unisex names be used internationally?
References
- Loanwords: Major Periods of Borrowing in the History of English
https://www.ruf.rice.edu/~kemmer/Words/loanwords.html
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