Bird Names for Baby Boys

Bird names boys

A little ornithologist may be in the cards for you if you choose one of these cool bird-inspired names for your baby boy.

1. Robin

A unisex mid-century moniker with an avian twist, perfect for any bird-loving retro couple's new arrival, boy or girl.

2. Wren

More often used for girls, but occasionally heard on boys, too.

3. Hawk

A newcomer to the ever-expanding club of nature names inspired by birds.

4. Peregrine

For some, this name brings to mind the peregrine falcon; for others, it's the given name of the medieval saint Peregrine Laziosi.

5. Finch

Recorded as a baby name since 2011.

6. Aquila

A unisex bird name meaning "eagle" in Latin. Christian parents may also prize the connection to the Christian missionary couple "Priscilla and Aquila" described in the New Testament.

7. Heron

Herons may be long-legged, long-necked wading birds, but Heron is also a legit baby name.

8. Falcon

Falcon has suddenly flown onto the baby name scene. What do you think of it?

9. Hawke

Old English last name that could easily be promoted to the first spot.

10. Eagle

Drenched in symbolism, Eagle makes for a multi-faceted option for the audacious baby namer.

11. Starling

Another unisex name borrowed from a bird.

12. Adar

This name means "birds" in Welsh (aderyn is the singular form of the word).

13. Swan

As a baby name, Swan has yet to prove it can fly.