712 Sophisticated Latin Unisex Names With Meanings

Names that embody vitality, strength, sacredness, and more.

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Latin is a classic Italic language that originated from the Latium region where the city of Rome was founded. Latin unisex names represent the long-standing linguistic and literary history of Ancient Rome. These names have played a significant role in European naming practices and continue to influence modern languages. Latin names include the praenomina (first name), nomen (second name, often denoting a person’s gen or clan), which ends in ‘ius,’ ‘us,’ ‘aius,’ ‘eius,’ ‘eus,’ or ‘aeus,’ and cognomen (nickname), which typically ends with ‘a,’ ‘o,’ or ‘io.’

Latin is the root of several scientific or binomial names of flora and fauna (1). Thus, unisex baby names such as Cardinal, referring to the ‘bright red bird,’ and Sylvania, meaning ‘wood forest,’ tend to draw from nature. Latin unisex names also draw from the names of places, religious figures, saints, and mythological deities. They have spiritual, mystical, celestial, and personal meanings and depict the qualities parents want their children to possess.

While most Latin names clearly distinguish between masculine and feminine names, some have become gender-neutral in current usage. The following list includes unique Latin unisex names that are the epitome of sophistication.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Christian	Boy	A Christian; Follower of Jesus Christ
Iris	Girl	Rainbow; Bringer of Joy; Irish flower; Colored part of the eye
Maria	Girl	Bitter; Beloved; Of the sea
Milo	Boy	Soldier; Peaceful; Favored
Juniper	Girl	Young; Evergreen; A type of tree
Bryce	Boy	Freckled; Strength; Swift; Speckled
August	Boy	Respected; Esteemed; Venerable; Exalted
Payton	Girl	Fighter's estate; Noble; Descendant of Peatan
Cadence	Girl	Rhythm; Flow; Falling
Maren	Girl	Of the sea; Star of the sea; True love; Ocean loving

Jamie	Boy	Supplanter; Holder of the heel
Kora	Girl	Maiden; Heart; Horn; Of the Lord; Fuel; Fire
Kylo	Boy	Sky
Kannon	Boy	Church official; Esteemed; Free; Cane; One who observes sounds
Julien	Boy	Jove's child; Youthful; Downy-bearded; Devoted to Jove
Justice	Boy	Righteous; Just; Fair
Arian	Boy	Noble; Educated; Golden life; Ram
Dominique	Girl	Belonging to the Lord
Lacey	Girl	From Lassy; Cheerful
Lindsey	Girl	Island of linden trees; Lincoln's Island; Lake colony

Cain	Boy	Acquired; To get; Clear water; Beautiful
Dangelo	Boy	Divine messenger
Austyn	Boy	Magnificent; Exalted; To increase
Frankie	Boy	French guy; Free; Truthful; Generous
Joyce	Girl	Lord; Rejoice
Rene	Boy	Reborn
Zola	Girl	Calm; Peaceful; Lump or mound of earth
Vida	Unisex	Life; Visible; To see; Intelligent; Property; Wealth
Ronnie	Boy	Rule's advice; Ruler's counsel; True image; Bringer of victory
Tristen	Boy	Sadness

Patience	Unisex	To suffer
Ollie	Boy	Ancestor's descendant; Olive; Olive tree; All guard
Lux	Boy	Light; Famous warrior
Aries	Boy	Ram
Promise	Girl	Promise; Pledge; Vow
Brice	Boy	Freckled; Speckled
Jakobe	Boy	Holder of the heel; Supplanter
Marian	Girl	Male; Warlike; Beloved
Taylen	Boy	To cut
Jacey	Girl	Hyacinth flower; The moon; Jay; God is gracious

Vivien	Unisex	Alive; Full of life
Journey	Boy	A long trip; Day
Constantine	Boy	Steadfast; Firm
Cleo	Girl	Fame; Glory; Glory of the father
Neel	Boy	River; Blue; Cloud; Horn; Champion
Lois	Girl	Most desirable; Better
Arie	Boy	Lion of God; From Hadria; Greatest achievement
Cai	Boy	People's victory; Hard spear; Horn; To rejoice
Peighton	Girl	Noble Women; Of noble birth; Pæga's town; Descendant of Peatán
Glory	Unisex	Renown; Honor; Magnificence

Perry	Girl	Traveler; Pilgrim; Foreigner; Pear tree; Son of Herry; Home ruler
Desire	Unisex	To long for; To wish for; To desire; Desire for the Lord
Koe	Unisex	To rejoice
Amarie	Unisex	Beloved; Loved; Wished for child
Pax	Boy	Peace
Majesty	Unisex	Greatness; Grandeur; Nobility; Great; Large
Baileigh	Girl	Bailiff; Steward
Story	Girl	History
Divine	Unisex	Eternal; Heavenly; Holy; Godlike; Of A God
Blayze	Boy	Stutters; Lisping

Laurence	Boy	A person from the place of the laurel trees, From Laurentum
Kris	Boy	Follower of Christ; Bearing Christ; Anointed
Devan	Boy	Descendant of Damhán; Calf; Fawn; Divine; Godlike; Heavenly; Little dark one
Vianey	Unisex	Alive; Lively
Vianney	Unisex	Alive; Favor; Grace; Violet
Amore	Girl	Love
Royale	Unisex	King; Regal; Royal
Rustin	Unisex	Rust's estate; Red-haired; Genuine; Rural; Rustic
Quill	Boy	Shaft of feather; Pen made from a feather; Eagle
Nino	Boy	Two; Benevolence; Little girl; Little boy; Child Christ; Yahweh is gracious; Fish; He will add

Junie	Girl	Young one; Young
Layken	Unisex	The inland body of water
Bennie	Boy	Son; Son of the south; Son of the right hand; Blessed
Mendy	Boy	Bee; Lovable
Claude	Boy	Lame; Disabled; Strong-willed
Avie	Girl	A God who is the father of all; Beautiful voice
Diem	Girl	Famous people; Day
Ellory	Girl	One who is filled with joy and happiness
June	Boy	Born in June; Young
Octavious	Boy	Eight or eighth

Able	Unisex	Talented or skilled; To hold; Breath
Amyla	Unisex	Worthy to be loved; Aspiring; Industrious
Oryan	Unisex	Educated in the Bible; Gold
Silver	Girl	A precious metal; Silver; Of the woods
Victory	Unisex	To conquer
Evyn	Unisex	Yahweh is gracious
Montez	Unisex	Mountain; Hills
Larkin	Boy	Laurel; From Laurentum; A songbird
Kayle	Unisex	Merry; Man; Companion
Cary	Boy	Black; Free man

Aiven	Unisex	White beauty; Greetings
Praise	Unisex	Price; Worth
Laiken	Boy	From the lake; Inland water body
Clemente	Boy	Merciful; Lenient; Soft-hearted
Lilyan	Girl	From the flower name Lily; My God is an oath; Purity
Desi	Unisex	South Munster; Desired; Longing; Desire; Country
Lyana	Unisex	Youthful; Soft or delicate; Eye of the light
Sila	Girl	Reunion; Arrival; Stone; Rock; Forest; Wood
Ily	Unisex	Love, affectionate, endearing
Honor	Boy	Honour; Esteem; Dignity

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Latin unisex names have a profound link to the language, literature, and enduring legacy of ancient Rome. Whether drawn from places, saints, or mythological figures, Latin names carry an air of sophistication, finesse, and classical charm. These elegant and versatile names may appeal to contemporary parents looking to honor their traditional roots while laying a foundation for the baby’s glorious future. Our list includes several names that transcend time and those that can enrich your child's identity.

Infographic: Unisex Latin Names For Your Baby

From classic to contemporary trends, Latin names cover a range of nominals and cognomen inspired by religion, environment, and Roman mythology. If you wish to defy the rules of using gendered nomenclature, this infographic consisting of unique Latin unisex names may fulfill your needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What Latin name means success, victory, or power?

The Latin names associated with the connotation of victory include Victor, and its feminine form, Victoria, both mean ‘one who conquers’ or ‘victory.’ In addition, the names Eunice meaning ‘good victory,’ Andronicus, meaning ‘victory of a man,’ Nicanor, meaning ‘victorious man,’ and Nicodemus, meaning ‘victory of the people,’ are also inclusive. The name Felix in Latin means ‘successful.’ The Latin words that also mean power include Hippocrates, meaning ‘horsepower,’ Isocrates, ' equal power,’ and Pancratius, meaning ‘all-powerful.’

2. What Latin names mean blessed?

The name Baruch, Beata, Benedictus, Fortunatus, Guendoloena, and Macario are all Latin names meaning ‘blessed.’

3. What Latin baby names have a meaning related to beauty or elegance?

The word Bella in Latin means ‘beautiful.’ The Latin combination names including this word all have the same meaning: Annabella, Callirrhoe, Claribel, Dulcibella, Orabela, Rosabel, and Rozabela. Other names include Callistus, meaning ‘most beautiful,’ Calogero, ' beautiful elder,’ and Rosalind, meaning ‘beautiful rose.’

4. What are some Latin baby names inspired by flowers or plants?

The Latin names Fiore, Flora, Florizel, Florus, and Rayen all mean flower. A few other names related to flowers and plants include Viorel meaning ‘sweet violet flower,’ Rois meaning ‘rose,’ Rosa meaning ‘rose,’ Rosamund meaning ‘pure rose,’ Rosaura meaning ‘golden rose,’ Rosemary meaning ‘dew of the sea,’ Susanna, meaning ‘lily flower,’ Olinda meaning ‘wild fig tree,’ Pomona meaning ‘fruit tree,’ and Genista representing ‘broom plant.’

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Derivation of Some Scientific Names.
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