Unisex Nature Names for Babies

Baby names inspired by nature can make distinctive first names or meaningful middles, and many of them are truly unisex. Whether you like the idea of a "genderless" name or you just don't know your baby's gender yet, have a look at our selection of nature-inspired unisex names below and get inspired!

1. River. What's not to love about this awesome unisex name?
2. Kai. A charming male-leaning unisex name of Hawaiian origin meaning "sea".
3. Rowan. One of the most popular tree-inspired unisex baby names in modern history.
4. Sage. A perennial plant and a sweet baby name.
5. Oakley. For some folks, Oakley might be a little too tied to the sunglasses brand, but statistics show that for thousands of parents, it's a charming nature name worth bestowing on their new arrivals.
6. Aspen. With its botanical edge and place name panache, Aspen makes for an appealing but not chart-toppingly popular choice.
7. Wren. This perky bird name debuted in the US Top 1,000 in 2013.
8. Briar. Brian with unisex appeal, nature-related meaning ("wild, thorny bush") and Disney bona fides via Briar Rose (aka Sleeping Beauty).
9. Ocean. Looking for a unisex name that evokes a calm, serene feeling? How about Ocean?
10. Sunny. For a little girl or boy with a cheerful and warm personality.
11. Robin. A unisex mid-century moniker with an avian twist, perfect for any bird-loving retro couple's new arrival, boy or girl.
12. Rio. Just like River, Rio—which means "river" in Spanish—is fair game for either gender.
13. Sky. Rarely used as a baby name before the turn of the century, Sky has real potential in today's naming climate.
14. Sol. A fitting name for any little ray of sunshine ("sol" means sun in Spanish)!
15. Storm. A wildcard of a name with edge and energy.
16. Cedar. A coniferous tree and, why not, a baby name.
17. Rain. A cool, modern nature name, whether used as a first name or in the middle spot.
18. Linden. Honeybees' favorite tree has emerged as a full-fledged baby name.
19. Cypress. The name of the evergreen coniferous tree doubles as a unisex baby name.
20. Lake. A unisex nature name with surname appeal and an unambiguous meaning.
21. Cove. Joins the likes of River and Ocean in the growing list of water-themed nature names. One caveat: the aural association with Covid.
22. Sequoia. Borrowed from the gigantic tree that symbolizes wellness, safety, longevity, and strength.
23. Sparrow. Put on the map by Nicole Richie and Joel Madden's son Sparrow Madden.
24. Marlin. Marlin may be a fish, but it's also a legit baby name.
25. Rye. Rye can be used as a nickname for Riley and related names, or as a standalone name with a botanical twist.
26. Arbor. The Latin word for "tree" serves as a unisex baby name.
27. Harvest. This one hasn't been around long enough to prove it has legs, but if you like it, go for it!
28. Peregrine. A bird name and a saint's name in one. Drop the final E, and it becomes a Lord of the Rings name.
29. Vale. A beautiful, poetic nature-name that deserves wider use.
30. Aquila. A nature name in disguise, Aquila means "eagle" in Latin. Christian parents may additionally appreciate the link to the early Christian missionary couple "Priscilla and Aquila" described in the New Testament.
31. Taiga. A well-established male given name in Japan. In America, Taiga could make a charming name for a boy or a girl. As for the nature connection, taiga is a biome characterized by coniferous forests.
32. Calyx. A botanical term that just may pass muster on the playgrounds.
33. Starling. Starling joins the flock of unisex baby names borrowed from birds.
34. Bay. Bay can be many things: an herb, an inlet of the sea...and a unisex baby name!
35. Oleander. A striking flower—and baby name. In the language of flowers, it symbolizes love and relationships.
36. Berry. A fruity last name; occasionally used as a given name, too.
37. Adar. Means "birds" in Welsh.
38. Aletris. Take Alexis, swap out the X in the middle, and you arrive at Aletris, an intriguing baby name possibility that takes its inspiration from a genus of flowering plants commonly known as the colicroot.
39. Coriander. Not to everyone's taste—whether used as a herb or a baby name.
40. Deryn. From the Welsh word/name Aderyn, meaning "bird".
41. Elstar. A fruity, one-of-a-kind nature name for the apple of your eye.
42. Fiore. An Italian surname, given name, and word meaning "flower".
43. Goby. An alternative to Toby—and a type of fish.
44. Lind. Meaning "linden tree" in Swedish and "bird" in Estonian, Lind seems doubly perfect for a nature-loving family.
45. Pine. Would undoubtedly make an attention-grabbing first (or middle) name. British musician Simon Le Bon and model Yasmin Le Bon have a daughter called Tallulah Pine.
46. Sea. If Ocean can have a place in the modern baby naming lexicon, why not Sea?
47. Sorrel. A pretty botanical name dripping with potential.
48. Swan. An evocative bird-inspired moniker for the intrepid parent.