Skip to main content

Unisex baby names: These are our top picks

Take the stress out of baby naming with these unisex name options

Baby girl with a "hello my name sign is" on her onesie
Africa Studio / Adobe Stock

Unisex baby names are gaining in popularity as parents realize they have more options than ever when it comes to naming their baby. Some parents choose a unisex baby name because they love the name regardless of the gender of their baby, while others choose a unisex name because they are looking to distance themselves from those traditional “boy” or “girl” naming conventions.

Why we love unisex names

Toddler playing guitar
ozgurcankaya / Getty Images

Although gender reveals are still incredibly popular, choosing a unisex baby name allows parents to give their baby a name they love, regardless of their sex. Many unisex baby names fall into the less traditional category, which is perfect for parents looking for something a little more unique for their child. If you’re making a list of potential names for your baby, here are our favorite unisex baby names for consideration.

Atlas

Atlas is the ideal name for any parent who wants their child to travel the world! This name of Greek origin has swiftly begun to climb the ranks of popularity in the U.S. since 2015. Celebrities like Edward Norton and Shay Mitchell have used this unisex name for their children.

Blair

Although Blair originated as a Scottish surname, it has grown popular as a unisex name in North America.

Chase

This name was more popular among boy names, but now Chase is often used by parents looking for a cool, unique unisex name for their daughters. Chase is giving us those athletic vibes.

Dylan

Like Chase, Dylan was once primarily used as a boy name but has grown in popularity in recent years as a common choice for girls. The Welsh name means “son of the sea,” but we can all agree that this is the perfect unisex name for any water baby.

Kai

Kai, often seen as a form of Kaia, is a name of Hawaiian origin dominating unisex name charts. It’s simplistic but far from basic and is a beautiful choice for any parent looking for a dreamy unisex name.

Mackenzie

Mackenzie is another name of Scottish origin that has been adopted from the surname and is almost equally popular as a name for both boys and girls.

Paris

Paris is known as the City of Love, making it the perfect name for your baby. Thanks to public figures like Paris Hilton, it may be known more commonly as a girl’s name, but it is commonly used for both genders.

Morgan

Morgan is one of the most traditional unisex names, making it great for parents who want a combination of the two. You could probably name as many girls as you could boys Morgan, making it a very popular unisex baby name choice.

It can be overwhelming coming up with the perfect moniker for your little one when considering all the incredible name options to choose from, but unisex baby names allow you to choose a name you love regardless of the gender of your baby.

Kelli Catana
Contributor
Kelli is a freelance writer who has covered the world of entertainment, pop culture, parenting, and lifestyle for various…
What is a rainbow baby? What you need to know
Break the silence behind pregnancy and infant loss by celebrating a rainbow baby
sweet baby girl sleeping in a rainbow blanket

For some women, a pregnancy doesn't end with a joyous moment in the delivery room. There really aren't words to describe delivering a stillborn baby or losing an infant shortly after birth. Then, there are women who suffer a devastating miscarriage or multiple ones. It takes a heartbreaking amount of courage to attempt another pregnancy after a stillbirth, miscarriage, or the death of a baby. A subsequent pregnancy is filled with an overwhelming amount of anxiety, stress, and fear.

Despite that, many couples do try again and welcome a healthy baby into their lives. Even then, the fear doesn't necessarily go away and is often accompanied by guilt. It is from the journey from the darkness to the light where the term rainbow baby was born. What is a rainbow baby? In order to understand what a rainbow baby is, it's helpful to explore the origin behind the term.
What is a rainbow baby?

Read more
What is the Ferber Method, and is sleep training safe for my baby?
Is sleep training using the Ferber Method right for your child? Learn more here
A baby awake in their crib in a sleep sack

One thing all new parents have in common is sleep deprivation. You can't really understand just how sleepless your nights, days, and everything in between can be with a new baby in the house until you're living it, but it doesn't take long to learn the hard way. Getting your baby to sleep can be a struggle, which is why many parents choose to sleep train their baby, often using something called the Ferber Method.
The Ferber Method is named for Richard Ferber, M.D., a pediatrician who created the method in the mid-80s and based his 1985 bestselling book,  on his methodology. If you've been struggling with sleep deprivation and are eager to get just a few hours of uninterrupted sleep, sleep training may be something to consider.

What is the Ferber Method?

Read more
How to help a crying child: Our top tips for sensitive kids
Learn ways to teach highly sensitive children how to manage emotions
A crying toddler holding an ice cream cone

We've all heard the expression about there not being a point in crying over spilled milk, but as parents, we know kids do. Children cry over a lot more than a spilled drink, especially when youngsters are toddlers and don't have the words to express what they're feeling. Many parents, however, deal with a crying child multiple times a day.

If your little one tends to get upset over relatively minor things, you're not alone. Lots of kids get upset when things don't go the way they want, but for some, it seems like the tears flow freely and quite often. Perhaps it's not that a crying child is being overly dramatic. It just might be that your child is highly sensitive.
Is your crying child highly sensitive?

Read more