Nature-Inspired Girls' Names That Start with O

girl nature names starting O

Looking for a nature-inspired girl's name that starts with the letter O? Olivia rules the roost, of course, but there are also plenty of other awesome options you might want to consider. Here are 10 names to get you inspired.

Oakley

For some folks, this O-name might be a little too evocative of the sunglasses brand, but not for others: statistics show that for thousands of modern parents, it's a wonderful nature name worth putting down on their babies' birth certificates.

Obelia

Start with the Shakespearean classic Ophelia, trade the ph sound it features for the letter B, and you arrive at Obelia, a distinctive girl's name that takes its inspiration from a small marine creature commonly known as the sea fur.

Ocean

Here's an intriguing nature-inspired option for those who love marine life.

Olea

A genus of about 40 evergreen trees and shrubs, the most famous of which is Olea europaea, the olive tree. As a baby name, Olea has yet to realize its potential. Actress Amy Adams has a daughter called Aviana Olea.

Oleander

A striking flower—and baby name. In the language of flowers, it symbolizes love and relationships.

Oliva

If Olivia feels too popular, try Oliva, which is the Italian word for "olive".

Olive

An alternative to the epidemically popular Olivia. Sacha Baron Cohen and Isla Fisher have a daughter named Olive, as does Drew Barrymore.

Olivia

If you're after a popular name with a botanical twist, Olivia fits the fill. But if you're looking for a name that will make your child stand out, you might want to pass on this one.

Orchid

A beautiful flowering plant now and forever, or a modern baby name for a girl? You decide.

Oriole

Orion is already a baby name. Is Oriole going to be next? As for the nature connection, an oriole is a type of bird.