These gender neutral baby names are perfect for a baby boy or a baby girl! If you want a badass unisex name for your child, this list has a combination of both popular and unique names and their meanings.
Unisex baby names are becoming quite the trend. Names that were traditionally meant for boys or girls are no longer confined to one gender.
Whether you call them gender neutral names or non-binary baby names, it’s totally hip with the times to choose a strong unisex name that can be used for either males or females.
Perhaps you aren’t finding out baby’s gender but want to choose the name in advance. Androgynous baby names are great for either gender!
Gender-fluid baby names are also helpful for naming your baby after a miscarriage or loss where you do not know the gender.
There are a number of reasons that a unisex name might speak to you. A name that can be used for boys or girls is a safe choice. And if a strong non-binary baby name is what you’re looking for, you’ve come to the right place.
The best gender neutral and unisex baby names with meanings
Addison
This strong unisex name means “son of Adam.” It can be shortened to Addie for a cool nickname.
Aiden
Of Irish orgins, this name means “fiery one.”
Alex
This is a fairly popular baby name that means “protector of man.”
Amari
A Hebrew name meaning “eternal.”
Andy (Andi)
This strong non-binary name means “brave.”
Angel
This sweet unisex name means “messenger of God.”
Ari
This short and sweet name is perfect for either boys or girls.
Ariel
Though this name became popular for girls after the hit Disney movie “The Little Mermaid”, Ariel is a non-binary name that means “lion of God.”
Ash
A Hebrew name meaning “happy.”
Ashton
Meaning “from the ash tree.” This name can also be spelled Ashtyn or Ashten.
Aspen
Meaning “quaking tree” – this name has major boho vibes as either a girl name or boy name.
Avery
Meaning “ruler of the elves,” this gender neutral baby name is perfect for a boy or girl.
August
Of Latin origins meaning “great.”
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Bailey
Meaning “bailiff”, the name Bailey is a great androgynous name.
Blair
Of Gaelic origins meaning “fields.”
Blake
This name means “very dark or very light.” Celebrity Blake Lively helped make this name more popular for girls.
Brooke/Brooks
Of English origins meaning “by the brook”.
Caden
Gaelic, meaning “fighter.”
Callen
This name means “battle” and is of Gaelic origins.
Cameron
Often shortened to Cam, this name can also be spelled Camryn.
Campbell
Campbell means “crooked mouth” and is of Scottish origins.
Carey
The name Carey means “black” and is of Irish origins.
Carter
This trendy baby name means “cart driver.”
Casey
The name Casey means “vigilant” and is of Irish origins.
Cassidy
This gender neutral Irish name means “clever.”
Charlie
This totally adorable non-binary name means “free man” and has German origins.
Chandler
Any Friends fans out there will totally acknowledge that Chandler is a boy or girl name! This occupational name means “candle maker” and has French origins.
Channing
This strong unisex baby name means “young wolf” and has English origins.
Cody
Though it is more common for boys, the name Cody is a gender neutral name that means “helper.”
Corey
Also spelled Korey, Cori or Kori, this name means “hollow” and is of Gaelic origins.
Courtney
A French name meaning “Short nose.”
Dakota
Dakota is a very unique gender neutral name that means “friend”
Dallas
Means “from the meadow” and has Scottish origins.
Darcy
A unisex name meaning “dark”
Dana
Hebrew, meaning “God is my judge.”
Devin
Also spelled Devan, this unisex name means “poet”
Drew
Meaning “wise” and of Welsh origins. U.S. Olympic Gold Medalist Shawn Johnson named her adorable daughter Drew.
Dylan
Also of Welsh origins, this name means “son of the sea.”
Ellery
An English baby name meaning “joyful or happy.”
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Ellison
This gender neutral name means “son of Ellis.”
Emerson
An Old English name meaning “Emery’s son.”
Emery
This strong unisex name has German origins and means ‘brave’ or ‘powerful’
Evan
Evan means “God is gracious.”
Finley
This cute unisex baby name has Gaelic origins and means “fair haired warrior.”
Frankie
This name comes from France and means “free one.”
Gail
An English name meanings “joy of the Father.”
Gene
Means “noble” and is of Greek origins.
Hadley
An English name meaning “heather field.”
Harley
This Old English name means “the hare’s meadow.”
Hayden
English, meaning “from the valley.” I love this name for either boys or girls!
Hollis
This cute unisex name means “from the grove of holly trees” and would be perfect for a baby born in winter.
Hunter
This occupational name means “one who hunts.”
Indie
This totally boho name means “independent.”
Isa
Means “strong willed” and is great for parents that love three letter boy or girl names.
Jackie
An English name meaning “God is gracious.”
Jaden
Of Hebrew origins meaning “thankful one.”
Jamie
Means “may God protect.”
Jesse
This unisex Hebrew name means “gift of God” or “God exists.”
Joey
A gender neutral Hebrew name that means “God will increase.”
Jordan
This biblical gender neutral name means “to flow down.:
Jules
This French name means “youthful.”
Julian
Latin, meaning “young.”
Keegan
Keegan is a gender-neutral name of Irish origin that means “Descendant Of The Fiery One.”
Kelsey
An Old English name meaning “ship’s victory.”
Kendall
An Old English unisex name that means “royal valley.”
Kennedy
This non-binary name means “misshapen head.”
Kiernan
Of Irish origins meaning “black.”
Landon
An intersex English name meaning “long hill.”
Landry
A very unique gender neutral name that means “land owner.”
Lane
A sweet gender neutral name that means “little roadway.”
Leighton
This English baby name means “herb garden.”
Lennon
A beautiful unisex Gaelic name that means “lover.”
Lennox
Another unisex Gaelic baby name and means “many elm trees.”
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Leslie
An androgynous name meaning “holly garden.” This name can also be spelled Lesley.
Lex
This name is of Greek origin meaning “man’s defender or warrior.”
Lindsay/Lindsey
Though traditionally used for girls, the name Lindsay works as a name for males or females. It is of Old English origins and means “of the Linden Tree Island.”
Logan
A Scottish name meaning “hollow.”
Lyric
An English name meaning “words of the song.”
Mackenzie
Originally a Scottish last name, Mackenzie is a unisex name meaning “comely.”
Madison
An English name meaning “son of Matthew.”
Mason
An occupational name meaning “one who works with stone.”
Max
A strong unisex name meaning “the greatest”.
Micah
Means “who is like God?”
Morgan
A classic androgynous baby name and that means “sea born.”
Murphy
Of Irish and Gaelic origins meaning “sea warrior.”
Oakley
This nature name means “of the Oak tree.”
Parker
An Old Englush name meaning “park keeper.”
Payton
This name is of English origin meaning “fighting man’s estate.”
Presley
An English name meaning “priest’s meadow.”
Quinn
Of Irish origins meaning “counsel.”
Ramsey
This unique non-binary name has Scottish origins and means “Island Of Garlic.”
Reese
Reese is an anglicized spelling of the Welsh name Rhys. It is a gender neutral name which means “fiery.”
Regan
Meaning “regal.”
Remington
A unisex name of English origin meaning “place on a riverbank.”
Riley
Can also be spelled Reilly or Rylie, this Old English name means “wood clearing.”
River
This nature name is popular among celebrities. It is English and as you may have guessed means “stream of water that flows to the sea.”
Robin
An English name meaning “bright.”
Rory
An Irish name meaning “red king.”
Roux
Pronounced “roo”, this French baby name means “russet.”
Rowan/Rowen
This totally boho unisex baby name is of Irish origins and means both “rowan tree” and “red haired.”
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Ryan
This Irish name means “little king.” The name Ryan was traditionally a boy’s name that has become unisex.
Sage
This crunchy, earthy name means “wise” and has Latin origins.
Sam
Sam is of Hebrew origin and means “God hears.” It is often used as a nickname for Samuel or Samantha but can be used as a first name alone, too.
Sasha
Sasha is a Russian name that means “defender of mankind.” It is a variation of the name Alexander.
Sawyer
This English name means “wood cutter.” Sawyer is a totally badass non-binary name that is totally edgy and cool.
Shane
Also spelled Shaine or Shayne, this Irish name means “God is gracious.”
Shea
Also spelled Shay or Shaye, this gender neutral name is of Gaelic origin meaning “admirable.”
Shiloh
Shiloh is of Hebrew origin meaning “His gift.” Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie have a child named Shiloh.
Skyler
This Danish name means “fugitive” and is perfect for either a boy or girl. Other spellings include Skylar and Schuyler. Plus, how cute is the nickname Sky?
Sloane
This totally bold unisex name means “warrior” and has Irish Gaelic origins.
Spencer
This cool gender neutral name is of British origin and means “steward.”
Sydney/Sidney
This name is of Old English origin meaning “wide meadow”.
Tanner
This non-binary occupational name means “leather maker.”
Tatum
This name is of English origins and means “cheerful, spirited.” Tatum is a unique unisex name that is totally badass.
Taylor
Taylor is an English name that means “cutter of cloth.” Though it is primarily used for females, the name Taylor is definitely gender fluid and can be used for either boys or girls.
Terry
The name Terry is of German origins and means “power of the tribe.” This is one of the more old-fashioned unisex names on the list. It can also be spelled Terri.
Tony/Toni
This Latin name means “priceless.” It is often used as a nickname for Anthony, Antonio or Antoinette.
Tristan
A French name that means “sorrowful.”
Tru/True
Tru is a trendy gender-neutral name that means “loyal.” Khloe Kardashian and Tristan Thompson named their daughter True.
Tyler
Tyler is an occupational name of English origins that means “tile maker.” I love this gender-fluid baby name and I think it’s totally adorable for a boy or girl.
Val
Often short for Valentine or Valerie, this name means “valiant” and is popular among parents that want a three letter unisex baby name.
Vesper
Vesper is a very rare Latin name meaning “evening star.”
Vinny
Often short for Vincent or Veronica, this name is Latin and means “prevailing.”
Wesley
Wesley is of Old English origins and means “western meadow.”
Winter/Wynter
As you may have guessed, this name means “cold season.” Winter is a trendy and unique name that works great for males or females.
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How to choose a strong unisex name
Many people want to choose a name that is gender fluid for their baby but are worried people might mistake their gender.
An easy way to distinguish is to alter the spelling. Adding an ‘i’, ‘y’ or ‘e’ is an easy way to make a name feel more feminine (think Andi vs. Andy, Shaine vs. Shane or Rylie vs. Riley).
You could also choose a traditional girl’s name with a masculine nickname. Picking something like Josephine and calling her Joey will prevent any gender mix-ups.
No matter what name you choose, pick something that speaks to you. I am always drawn toward names with a strong meaning.
Gender friendly names with meaning
No matter what name you choose, pick something that speaks to you. I am always drawn toward names with a strong meaning that are unique as well.
My favorite on the list is probably Lennon – the meaning is too sweet!
Did I miss any of your favorite gender-neutral baby names? Which was your favorite?
Leave me a comment below – I’d love to hear from you if you felt drawn to any of these badass unisex names!
