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Nature represents varying degrees of emotions. It can be calm and pleasing and also strong and stubborn. Giving your baby a nature-inspired name could give it a personality as strong as nature. It reminds your child to be strong and focused, without reeling under pressure.
Nature names have been on the rise since the Green Revolution. They represent the trees, flowers, clouds, or any other elemental form of things!
MomJunction has compiled a list of nature baby names, going through several nature forms, for your little ones. Go on and read more!
Key Pointers
- Names inspired by nature have become more popular since the Green Revolution.
- The comeback of classic names like Blossom and Willow shows that parents are rediscovering the beauty of nature-inspired names.
- Names such as Ackley, Benton, Canyon, and Dakota evoke strength, resilience, and adventure characteristics.
50 Nature Names For Girls With Meanings
Here’s our list of unique Nature baby girl names, covering all the elements that we could possibly think of.
1. Abilene
Abilene means ‘meadow’ in Hebrew. It has an exotic sound but is not too difficult to spell.
2. Abungu
Looking for an African name? The name Abungu means ‘of the forest’. It is a great name to connect with your African roots, and is unisexual as well.
3. Acacia
A name that is fast becoming popular, Acacia means ‘guileless’ in Greek. It is a wonderful option for parents looking for a trendy yet exotic name.
4. Aria
In Italian, Aria means ‘air’. The name reflects how important your daughter is for you. You need her as much as you need air to live!
5. Aspen
Trees, in all their majesty, can inspire awe and admiration. Aspen is the name of a tree and a great choice if you are looking for a name that’s both unique and easy. Aspen also means ‘one who is like Mother Earth’.
6. Autumn
If your daughter was born during the fall, naming her Autumn will be apt! Autumn, the season of fall, is a subject of many poems! Even if your little one is not a fall baby, Autumn is still a great nature-inspired girl name!
7. Blossom
A very traditional name, Blossom today is making a comeback into the popularity charts. It means ‘to bloom’ or ‘to grow in all its glory’.
8. Brier
Do you have special love for all things French? Then you can try Brier as a name for your baby. It stands for ‘heather’, a purple-colored flower.
9. Brin
A simple name, Brin means ‘like a hill’. The name traces its origin to the Welsh language and is a great way to connect with your roots.
10. Brooklyn
We are not talking about Brooklyn, New York, here! The name Brooklyn originally means ‘a stream, brook, or lake’. And if you stay in New York, the name is more suitable.
Trivia11. Cascade
What a lyrical name! Cascade means ‘a steep, usually, small fall of water’. It is a unique name for a baby that’s one in a billion.
12. Chrysanthe
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A unique name, Chrysanthe means ‘flower of gold’ or ‘Marigold’ in Greek. It is exotic and has an amazing meaning too – just what a good name needs.
13. Coral
The coral reef is a wonder of nature. The name Coral not just gives voice to your love for the sea, but also refers to the color coral.
14. Darya
The endless ocean is a sight for sore eyes. So is your daughter! Darya means ‘ocean’ in Persian.
15. Deniz
Deniz means ‘sea’ in Turkish. If you want to give your baby girl a nature-inspired name that is not too difficult to spell or pronounce, this will be your best choice.
16. Denver
The beautiful and traditional English name Denver means ‘one who belongs to a green valley’.
17. Ela
If you are looking for a first name to go along with a chosen second name, Ela can be worth a try. It is a simple-sounding name and means ‘Earth’.
18. Farley
The name Farley is a great choice for parents who want a traditional English name. It means ‘woodland clearing’.
19. Fleur
This French variation of Flora, meaning flower, is not common. This not only makes it unique but also stylish. We bet you there wouldn’t be many Fleurs out there.
20. Gaia
The Earth is not just any other planet. It is a living, breathing organism and the giver of life. Gaia is another name for our beautiful planet and comes from Greek. Choose this name to keep your daughter rooted in nature.
21. Genesis
Tell us a better name for your little princess than beginning itself! Genesis, Greek for beginning, is all about all things new!
22. Ghadir
Arabic names are popular for their meaning and beauty. Ghadir means ‘stream’ in Arabic.
23. Hazel
Hazel is an English word for the color light brown or the tree. Hazel eyes are some of the most beautiful colored eyes on the planet. And let’s not forget the refreshing hazelnut coffee!
24. Idoya
Spanish, the language known for its lyrical beauty, is also popular for its rich collection of cute baby girl names. Why not try a Spanish name for your daughter? Idoya means ‘a pond’ in Spanish.
25. Irmak
Another Turkish nature baby name on the list, Irmak means ‘river’. An exotic sounding name, it is the ‘go-to name’ for parents who like things different.
26. Iris
The colors of the rainbow can fill any person with a sense of beauty and calm. Iris refers to these beautiful rainbow colors. It is a Greek name but would be perfect for any nature-loving family.
27. Itsaso
Looking for a nature girl name that’s not part of the crowd? How about Itsaso? It means ‘ocean’ in Basque.
28. Ivy
The delicate ivy plant is famous for its beauty and elegance. As a name, Ivy reflects simplicity and beauty. A great name for your little sweetheart!
29. Jade
Jade is a ‘gemstone’. Isn’t that what your daughter too is, precious? A simple name with a wonderful meaning, just what the ‘name-doctor’ ordered!
30. Juniper
Juniper comes from the Latin juniperus. This name has a wonderful meaning as juniperus means young to produce or evergreen. It defines the spirit of youth. Now, wouldn’t we want our kids to be forever young?
31. Kai
Kai is a unisex baby name, fit for both girls and boys. It means ‘ocean’ in Hawaiian.
32. Karma
You get what you deserve, and that is the law of the universe. Karma is a Sanskrit name which defines this exact concept. Your little one can be a stark reminder to people to do good.
33. Keithia
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Keithia – a beautiful name for a much-cherished baby! It is an English name that means ‘forest or wood’.
34. Lana
It is a great name for families that like to keep things easy and simple. Lana means ‘little rock’ in Gaelic.
35. Meadow
A traditional English name, Meadow reflects the very best of nature. Sunshine, trees, fresh leaf, open sky – the name Meadow encapsulates it all!
36. Misty
There is something very poetic about the name Misty. It means ‘covered by mist’. A name fit for an artistic family!
37. Phoenix
The name Phoenix has two meanings. It refers to the mythical bird that rises from its ashes. The name also means ‘dark crimson.’ Pick the meaning that appeals to you more.
Did you know?38. Primrose
There’s rose, and then there’s Primrose. The name means ‘first rose’. If your daughter is your first child, the name will be apt for her.
39. Rain
Nature-inspired stylish girl names
come in a myriad variety, suited for all cultures. Rain or maybe its fancier form ‘Rainey’ can be a great choice for you. As a name, it reflects life, satisfaction, and love!
40. Raven
Popularized by a cartoon of the same name, this name stands for the black bird. It is a unisexual name and while a few people may associate it with negativity, people with the name Raven have a strong family bonding and love for the community, just like the bird.
41. River
The river reflects the flow of life and its thirst for the ocean. For a baby girl, it is a name that shows her parents’ endless love!
42. Rosetta
Do you love the name Rose but do not want to use it because it is common? Try Rosetta! It means ‘rose blossom’ in Italian and Latin.
43. Sequoia
Looking for exotic nature-inspired baby girl names? Try Sequoia! The sequoia trees are amongst the largest in the world. These trees are epitome of all the royalty of nature.
44. Sky
This nature name for girls is truly spectacular. One of the popular short girl names, Sky not only means the open space above us but also an endless beauty! It is a beautiful name for your little darling.
45. Soleil
This beautiful French name refers to the sun. It is another name for all the energy source on Earth.
46. Solstice
Are you looking for a name that is not just unique but also reflects the greatness of nature? Solstice is a new-age name, with an ancient history. It means ‘the time when the sun reaches its highest or lowest excursion relative to the celestial equator on the celestial sphere’.
47. Sparrow
Sparrow is a cute little name for a cute baby. The little bird, sparrow, has become rare in cities today. The least we can do is keep its name alive!
48. Terra
This name is unique yet famous. This isn’t just the name of the Greek Goddess of Earth but also a variant of the name Tara. This is also the name of a Nasa satellite! All its forms mean Earth.
49. Willow
A name made popular by actor Will Smith’s very talented daughter, Willow refers to the strong and hardy ‘willow tree’.
50. Wisteria
Wisteria is a Latin word and stands for a flower with the same name. This name is not very common, which means that your little angel is really going to stand out.
50 Nature Names For Boys With Meanings
Nature baby names for boys are not just hard and macho, they come in gentle forms too. And we bring you a list of such 50 names!
51. Ackley
This unique name is English for ‘oak meadow’. What’s best is that you won’t find another boy with this name, making your prince stand out in the crowd.
52. Afon
Afon comes from Welsh and means ‘a river’. Doesn’t it have a unique ring to it?
53. Aegis
Ageis stands for a protective shield and comes from the goat-skin shield, which protected Greek God Zeus and his daughter.
54. Ailin
Ailin is a Gaelic origin name and means a ‘little rock’.
55. Anani
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Anani comes from the Hebrew culture and stands for ‘cloud’. This would mean that your baby would have a free and fun personality, just like a cloud.
56. Beaumont
This French name means ‘beautiful mountain’. This would mean that your kid might just grow to be strong, firm, and sturdy as a mountain.
57. Benton
Benton is the English word for ‘bent grass settlement’. It is also the name of a cartoon character called ‘Ben 10’, which is a hit series across the world.
58. Birch
Birch trees are some of the longest trees and this name means ‘close to birch trees’.
59. Blaze
While the word blaze could mean a lot of fire and give a picture of negativity, it also stands for ambition and righteousness.
60. Branden
Branden is English for ‘brown hill’.
61. Brier
You can use the lovely name Brier for your darling little boy. It is French for ‘nature’. It is also one of the favorite names on the list.
62. Brin
This is a lovely Welsh name for ‘one who is like a hill’.
63. Canyon
This Spanish name means a rocky hill and is known more from the Grand Canyon.
64. Cephas
Want a cute name which isn’t too long yet unique! Try Cephas, which is Greek for ‘rock’ or ‘stone’.
65. Dagwood
Dagwood stands for ‘a shining forest’.
66. Dale
An English name for ‘valley’, Dale signifies the depth of things. Your little one might be one adventurous kid.
67. Dakota
This native American name means ‘a friendly companion’. This name, as you may know, has two states after it – North and South Dakota! It is also a unisexual name, but we think boys would sound macho!
68. Deniz
Deniz is one of the most popular nature baby boy names. It is of Turkish origin and means ‘the sea’.
69. Denver
Denver is English for the one who is ‘born in a green valley’.
70. Dillon
Dillon is a Welsh name and means ‘the great sea’.
71. Dzovag
Doesn’t this name have a unique sound to it? The name Dzovag is American for ‘lake’.
72. Eben
This simple and short Hebrew name means ‘stone’.
73. Eco
Everyone knows what this nature baby boy name means! But did you know it comes from Latin? It is Latin for ‘of the environment’. In this crazy world, where we are killing Mother Nature, Eco would be the best bet.
74. Fawn
Fawn means a ‘little young deer’, and aren’t they cute? They have the cutest eyes in the whole world. We hope that your baby also has cute eyes.
75. Flint
An out-and-out English name, this means ‘a stream’.
76. Fox
This name needs no description. It stands for the animal fox.
77. Gachie
This is the African Kikuyu origin name for ‘small pool’ or ‘river’.
78. Glyn
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Glyn is a Welsh name for ‘valley’.
79. Halcyon
Halcyon comes from the Greek mythological character Halcyone, who threw herself into the ocean to save her husband, and the gods turned her into a kingfisher. Halcyon means ‘calm’ ‘peace’ or ‘joy’. It is a name used for both boys and girls.
80. Hawthrone
This is a Scottish name for someone who lives by the bushes or edge of Hawthorne, a throne bush. This name stands at the 868th position in the US Social Security Administration’s list of 2016 and is less common. If you like it, grab it now!
81. Hyperion
This name has Greek roots and stands for ‘he who goes before the sun’.
82. Kodiak
Doesn’t this name sound similar to Kodak? Well, Kodiak is a Russian name for the Kodiak Islands of the US. This is a very rare name, meaning it is up for grabs.
83. Landon
Landon sounds similar to London. It is an English origin name for a ‘long hill’.
84. Lee
Yet another name for meadow, Lee is of English origin.
85. Lynx
With its roots in Greek and English languages, Lynx translates to luminescence. It is the name of a wild cat which is known to be fierce.
86. Marin
Marin is French for ‘one who loves the ocean’.
87. Montana
Montana is Spanish for ‘mountain’, and signifies strength.
88. Oliver
Oliver is one of the most popular baby names! It is Latin for ‘nature loving’.
89. Orion
This Greek name means ‘rising in the sky’. This name comes from Poseidon’s son, who was a brave and strong hunter! Be ready for a strong kid, who is courageous.
90. Pembroke
This name is English for headland, which is a narrow strip of land projecting into the sea. This name is pretty unique.
91. Reed
The name means nature itself.
92. Risco
Risco stands for ‘waterfall.’
93. Spruce
The evergreen tree signifies everything good for your son. It is an English name and is a good substitute for the name Bruce.
94. Sterling
Sterling is an English name for pure silver. This name would be apt for your little boy!
95. Strom
Doesn’t this nature boy name have some strength of its own? This German name stands for ‘one who loves water’.
96. Vale
This English baby name is not heard much. It means ‘lives in the valley’.
97. West
This English and German name stands for someone who lived in the West. It is quite popular.
98. Wolfe
This English, Irish, and German name needs no introduction. It is a variant of the spelling wolf and stands for a loyal and committed breed of animal, which is respected by a lot of cultures.
Ashley, a mother and vlogger, says that Wolfe was one of the baby names she considered for her baby. She says, “I’ve always kind of liked Wolf as a name, but when I saw someone put an ‘e’ at the end of it, I was like, that’s fun. I’m not one to use a name that’s spelt differently than you would assume because I feel like that’s inconvenient for your child, but something about the ‘e’ on end made me like it a little bit more (i).”
99. Wren
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This English name means ‘from the farm’.
100. Zion
Have you ever heard this name? You’d be surprised at how popular this name is. Bob Marley named his son Zion. This nature-inspired boy’s name stands for a promised land and has a Biblical reference.
Discover More Names
When you have to choose a name for your baby, a few hundreds of names may not be just enough. Keep digging our mine of baby names until you find that one precious gem.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How can I incorporate nature into my baby’s name without being too obvious or unusual?
You can give a name that offers a subtle reference to nature such as Ivy or River, if you wish to incorporate nature into your baby’s name without it being too obvious or unusual. You can also use a nature-inspired name as a middle name or include some common names or words derived from nature.
2. What are some cultural or historical significance of nature-related baby names?
Many cultures and religions have nature as a significant part of their belief, especially among several indigenous groups and tribes. Therefore, these individuals and families may give a nature-inspired name such as a star, summer, or sun for their baby to reflect their views and family heritage.
3. Are there any negative connotations associated with certain nature-inspired baby names?
Some negative connotations are associated with specific nature-inspired baby names, such as names associated with poisonous plants or animals or natural calamities. Therefore, it is essential to research a name’s meaning and cultural significance.
4. Do people with nature-inspired names have certain personality traits or tendencies?
No, while the nature-inspired name itself does not impact an individual’s personality, it may have very little influence depending on the meaning of the name.
5. How has the popularity of nature-inspired baby names changed over time?
Nature-inspired baby names have always been popular worldwide, but there has been some evolution in these names. While names inspired by flowers, sky, water, and sceneries are still popular, in recent years, parents are also choosing unique and untouched aspects of nature and the environment, such as geological features, national parks, reserves, and natural calamities.
If you are a nature lover, we are sure that this list of nature baby names would have inspired you. These names capture the beauty of nature and could be your way of expressing your gratitude to the environment. The list is diverse, including names of flowers, birds, butterflies, trees, and famous places. We have also included a few unisexual names. The wide range of stunning names on this list can help you find the right name that commemorates your baby’s spirit while representing their personality.
Illustration: Nature Baby Names: 100 Wondrous Nature Names For Girls And Boys
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Infographic: Nature-Inspired Cute Baby Names
No matter how beautiful man-made thing is, nothing can compare to the alluring beauty of mother nature. Giving your baby a nature-derived name could be a great choice to reflect the purity and serenity of nature. Check out the infographic below for beautiful name suggestions that will fit your description. Illustration: Momjunction Design Team
Embark on a journey of meticulously crafted names reflecting bountiful wonders of nature. From the graceful Acacia to the vibrant Zinnia, each name offers a delightful and distinctive choice for your precious little one
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