26 Baby Names Meaning 'Unknown'

Names that mean 'unknown' carry an air of mystery. They evoke a sense of intrigue, which propels exploration and confronts uncertainty. Since something unknown is open to personal interpretation, these names stand out for their uniqueness. After all, who doesn't like a name that bears an element of surprise and excitement? Moreover, something unknown paves the way for experimentation and learning – traits that every parent wants their child to imbibe.

Many names meaning 'unknown' are rooted in ancient cultures or languages. Several of them also originate from mythology and legends. For instance, Mystery is a distinct unisex name that symbolizes the unknown. Another rare name that means 'unknown' is Australia. Typically used in English for girls, this name has Latin origins and means 'unknown southern land.'

The name Ignotus gained popularity in recent years as it appeared in the Harry Potter series. It means 'unknown' in Latin and was the pen name of the 20th-century Hungarian writer Hugó Veigelsberg. Samanya in the Kaguru language of Tanzania means 'she who is unknown.' It is a beautiful choice for those who want a unique name with traditional ties.

While names that mean 'unknown' are uncommon, they have consistently remained in circulation over the years. They appear unconventional, which adds to their mystique and helps them stand out.

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Name		Gender	Meaning
Akon		Boy	Unknown meaning
Nayvadius		Boy	Unknown future; Destiny uncertain
Australia		Girl	Southern; Unknown South land
Esher		Unisex	Unknown; Unclear
Telissa		Girl	An unknown name
Smyra		Girl	Obscure; Unknown
Agyey		Boy	Unknown; Unexplored; Unidentified; Not discovered
Anjaan		Boy	Stranger; Unknown
Aparichit		Boy	Unknown; Unexplored; Undiscovered; Unidentified
Avalur		Boy	A surname with unknown meaning
Chippada		Boy	Surname with an unknown meaning
Jervaine		Boy	New-age English American name of unknown meaning
Akasmaath		Boy	A Telegu male name with an unknown meaning
Easmatara		Girl	Unknown
Frayne		Boy	Stranger; Unknown person
Gingalin		Boy	The fair unknown
Haedda		Boy	Germanic tribes name with unknown meaning
Hariulf		Boy	Unknown meaning
Matlub		Boy	The unknown one
Suewinda		Girl	An unknown name
Satipaldy		Boy	An unknown name
Ahanit		Girl	A name with unknown meaning
Sarawut		Boy	An unknown name
Nattapong		Boy	An unknown name
Quenmachoc		Boy	An unknown name
Fnu		Unisex	First name unknown; Without a given name