100 Cute Nonbinary Names for Babies: From Popular to Rare (2024)

Adrian

In the popular 1976 film Rocky, Adrian, played by Talia Shire, was Rocky’s love interest. Its variant Adrienne is more common now for girls ranking 1,182. Adrian ranked 2,946 in the U.S. and has been a popular name for boys for decades.

Cute, Romantic

Ainsley

Ainsley is a pretty, flowy name that may have a more feminine sound, but famous football players and cricketers sport the name with pride. Nicknames such as Lee or Annie could be used as shortened variations.

Unique, Traditional

Alex

Alex can be a standalone first name, but in the U.S., it’s often used as a diminutive of Alexandra, Alexandria, or Alexander. Although Alex is more common for boys, it’s still a common nickname for girls in the U.S.

Classic

Arden

In the US, 1,500 and 2,000 baby boys and girls were named Arden in 2022. The English Forest of Arden, integral to many Shakespeare plays, also shares this name. For Anglophiles and lovers of literature, Arden has an aesthetic appeal.

Romantic, Poetic

Ari

Ari’s Scandinavian origins provide several meanings for the name. Popular American singer, Ariana Grande, is affectionately called Ari by her fans. Her appeal has made Ari a hot trendy name for babies.

Cute, Trendy

Arlo

Arlo can be a name that fits both boys and girls since it’s genderfluid, but at the moment, more boys have the name worldwide. It’s not a common name in the States. However, U.S. celebrities Leighton Meester and Toni Collette named their children Arlo, a girl for Meester and a boy for Collette.

Poetic

Armoni

Armoni is a rare name for babies in the U.S. This name’s androgynous style and nature-based meaning could be suitable for a demigirl or demiboy.

Rare

Artemis

In Greek mythology, Artemis was the goddess of hunting, the moon, and chastity. She also lived on Mount Olympus and was highly regarded as one of the twelve Olympians. Although Artemis is a rare name in the U.S., it’s chosen almost equally for boys and girls.

Bold

Ash

Ash is typically a surname in the U.S., but it could be a great unisex name for a baby. Ash is unique enough for those who identify as non-binary and use “they” or “them” pronouns.

Cute

Aubrey

The Germanic origins of Aubrey are rooted in folklore. The name is derived from Alberich, which means “elf ruler.” This figure was the most powerful among dwarfs in mythological tales.

Trendy

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Audrey

One of the most famous Hollywood actresses, Audrey Hepburn, helped make this name a feminine staple for girls in the U.S and U.K. It’s rarer for boys, with only six boys named Audrey in the U.S. in 2021. It’s a name that can easily fit anyone.

Beautiful

August

August is derived from Augustus, which means “exalted.” Caesar Augustus, the famed Roman emperor, represented this name well. The more modern name August is popular for boys and girls as it’s currently within the top 1,000 names for babies in the U.S.

Regal, Bold

Avery

In 2020, Avery was the 19th most popular name for girls and the 212th most popular name for boys in the U.S. It’s one of the rare unisex names fairly common for all babies.

Cute, Fun

Ayomide

Ayodime has the sweetest meaning, linked to the Yoruba people from Nigeria. Since it’s rooted in Yoruba culture, Ayomide is a rare name globally for those who aren’t linked to the tribe. Regionally, Ayomide is mostly a popular name in Nigeria.

Poetic

Beck

Beck is a common surname, but it can be a unique given name for a boy or girl. In the hit, Netflix show You, season one’s love interest was referred to by her surname Beck. It’s a short and unique name that can even be a nickname for longer names such as Beckham or a cute spin on Rebecka.

Cute, Fun

Blake

Blake is a cool name equally popular for boys and girls. In 2022, 224 boys and 221 girls were named Blake in the U.S. Blake can also be a surname, but its popularity as a given name deserves some recognition.

Cool

Branch

Branch lends itself to more than one meaning. It’s a popular surname in the U.S. but can also make for a unique first name for a baby of any gender. Branch was also the name of the fictional, beloved troll voiced by Justin Timberlake in the Dreamworks Trolls franchise.

Rustic

Brook

Don’t consider it weird that you rarely hear Brook as a name for babies. Although it’s a rare name, it’s certainly a unique and beautiful one. In this instance, a “small stream” ironically signifies how unlikely it is to find someone with this name, but it’s such a beautiful treasure to stumble upon.

Rare, Poetic

Carlin

Our babies do a lot of growing and transforming inside the womb to become the fully formed mini people they are when we finally meet them. Carlin meaning “little champion,” is a sweet and cute name that signifies resilience.

Cute

Casey

Casey is a popular name for boys in the U.S. and has been for many years. The name doesn’t sound overly masculine, and it could also be a beautiful name for baby girls.

Cute

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Christian

Christian is a popular name for boys globally. It was traditionally a female name in the Middle Ages. After the widespread popularity of the Christian religious book Pilgrim’s Progress by John Bunyan in 1678, the name was given to boys far more frequently.

Traditional

Colby

Colby is a short name more popular for boys in this spelling. The variant spelling, Colbie, is more common for girls, although it’s still a rare name for baby girls in the U.S.

Cute, Sweet

Cory

Cory is a variation of Cora, the birth name of the Greek goddess of the underworld, Persephone. From its origins, Cory means “from the hollow” or “in a cauldron.” Cory is a short and sweet name that has a deep meaning.

Cute

Cree

Cree is a rare name used for boys and girls in Native American tribes. Cree originated from the word Kristineaux, a name for Native Americans by French fur traders. The word was shortened to Kri and Cree over time. American actress, Tia Mowry, named her son Cree Taylor in 2011.

Sweet

Dakota

Dakota ranked 340 in popular names for boys and 270 for most popular girl names in the U.S. in 2021. North and South Dakota are two American States filled with plenty of U.S. history. Mount Rushmore is a historical monument in South Dakota.

Bold, Rustic

Dell

Dell is a rare name in the U.S., with less than 4,000 people in the U.S. having the name. Dell can be a nickname for Adeline, Delilah, or Delvin.

Cute, Rare

Denver

Denver is a fairly common surname in the U.S. As a given name, Denver was listed in the top 1,000 names for boys and girls in the U.S in 2021.

Rustic

Derby

Derby has a rustic meaning that could fit a playful baby or a family that lives for adventure.

Rare, Rustic

Duffy

Duffy has a dark meaning, but it sounds light too. Duffy is a rare surname in the U.S., and an even more rarely used given name.

Cute, Fun

Dylan

Dylan is a common surname globally and a common given name for boys in the U.S., ranking 78th in popularity for 2021. Famed fashion designer, Ralph Lauren, has a daughter named Dylan. She is the owner of Dylan’s Candy Bar in New York.

Cute, Trendy

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Ellery

Ellery is a rare name for boys and girls in the U.S. It doesn’t crack the top 1,000 baby names, but it’s a wonderful choice among cool nonbinary names.

Romantic

Ellington

Much like jazz compositions, Ellington dances and is rhythmic yet classic. American actress, Cynthia Nixon, gave her son, Max, the middle name Ellington.

Classic

Ellis

Ellis can be a middle name, similar to Tracee Ellis Ross, or even a given name since it has such a sweet and open meaning.

Classic

Emery

Any gender can be loving and powerful, and Emery encapsulates those characteristics. In various spellings, Emery looks and sounds beautiful and bold.

Poetic, Bold

Emerson

Emerson, typically a surname and often a name given to boys, has become increasingly popular for girls. Teri Hatcher, an American actress, best known for her role in Desperate Housewives, named her daughter Emerson. Popular TV show creator Shonda Rhimes also has a daughter named Emerson Pearl.

Regal, Classic

Everest

Mount Everest is one of the most famous natural landmarks in the world. The Tibetan name for Everest is “holy mother.” Something that the few brave souls who try to climb it each year have possibly expressed. Star Wars creator George Lucas and his wife Mellody Hobson, named their daughter Everest in 2013.

Bold

Evren

Evren is simply out of this world. It is rarely used and has a cosmic meaning. There are no limits here, which makes it the perfect pick among gender-neutral names.

Poetic, Romantic

Frankie

Frankie is typically a nickname, short for Frances, Francine, or Franklin. It is most popular in the U.K., particularly England and Wales.

Cute

Gemini

Zodiac names have become a small cult trend in the U.S. Gemini is still a rare name for babies, but it would be a cute name for a baby born under that zodiac sign.

Unique

Gianni

Gianni is a shortened version of Giovanni. Over 94% of Giannis born in the U.S. are boys, but it could be a beautiful name for a girl. In 2021, over 250 U.S.-born baby girls were named Gianni.

Beautiful, Romantic

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Hale

Hale is a common U.S. surname. It is also androgynous. A parent born with this surname could name their child Hale to preserve their birth surname.

Classic

Halston

Once a famous yet commonly forgotten fashion house, Halston was an eponymous label. The designer dedicated his middle name to the line and created a stylish brand. Halston can be used as a given name due to its open meaning and non-restrictive style.

Trendy

Harper

The sound of harps playing is angelic, which might explain why Harper is such a popular name for girls. It has been among the most popular U.S. girls’ names for several years. Harper is rarely used for boys, but it’s also an excellent fit for them.

Ethereal, Trendy

Hayden

Hayden is popular for both male and female-born babies. It’s in the top 500 names for all babies born in the U.S.

Trendy

Honor

Honor is exceptionally rare as a given name across the world. It’s one of those rare names that stand out and can easily fit anyone.

Bold

Iman

This beautiful name sounds like the end of a prayer, “amen.” Iman was the wife of famed rockstar David Bowie, and her beauty is unmatched. Iman Shumpert, the NBA player, and actor, proves that boys can also wear this name proudly.

Spiritual

Jackie

Jackie as a given name is rare, as it’s often a nickname for Jacqueline or Jackson. The ambiguity of Jackie makes it a perfect gender-bending moniker for girls and boys.

Cute

Jalen

Jalen has been a traditionally masculine name, but through spelling variations, it can be more ambiguous. In 2021, Jalen was ranked 2,482 for most popular names for girls.

Trendy

Jamie

In 2022, Jamie ranked in the top 1,000 names for girls and boys in the U.S. It’s often a shortened version of James for boys. Girls tend to have it as a given name rather than a nickname.

Cute, Trendy

Jessie

In the U.S, Jessie ranks 692 in popularity for baby girls and 1,385 for baby boys. Jessie is also a common nickname for girls named Jessica.

Classic

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Jordan

The Jordan River is a popular namesake. It’s a well-known landmark in Christianity, as the site where Jesus was baptized. In 2021, Jordan ranked in the top 100 names for boys and the top 500 for girls in the U.S.

Trendy

Justice

Justice is typically a surname in America, but it’s growing in popularity as a given name. In 2021, Justice ranked 554th for boys and 732nd for girls. Justice has a powerful meaning, and breaking gender norms is one powerful statement to make.

Bold

Kapri

Kapri is a rare name in the U.S. For American baby boys, Kapri ranks at nearly 5,000 in popularity. Although an uncommon name, it sure is a beautiful one. Kapri is derived from Capri Island in Italy.

Cute, Trendy

Karsyn

Karsyn ranks 501st for baby girls and 782nd for baby boys in the U.S. in 2022. The standard spelling Carson is most common for boys, landing at 104 on the popularity ranking in 2022. No matter how you spell it, Karsyn is suitable for all genders.

Trendy

Kelby

Kelby is an adorable name for a baby. It is rare for U.S. babies, which makes it stand out even more.

Cute

Kendall

Kendall is a gender-neutral name, but you’re far more likely to meet girls named Kendall in the U.S.

Beautiful

Kennedy

Kennedy is a common surname in the U.S. Kennedy ranks 77th as one of the most popular names for U.S.-born girls. It’s not uncommon for boys or girls to be named Kennedy as a tribute to the former president or Scottish ancestry.

Traditional

Khari

Your little prince or princess deserves a name that signifies their regality. Khari is growing in popularity in the U.S., ranked at 805th in popularity for boys in 2022. There has been a steady increase in American-born baby girls receiving the name.

Regal

Kiernan

Kiernan is closely related to another common Irish surname, Kieran. Kiernan is a rare given name in the U.S. for all babies. It ranks at nearly 10,000 on the most popular U.S. baby name charts.

Cute

Kirby

In the U.S. Kirby is not a common name, but it is an adorable one. American singer Kirby Dockery, goes by the capitalized mononym KIRBY. Kirby is also a beloved video game character who is cute pink, and fluffy with a bit of an edge.

Cute, Fun

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Kodi

Cody is the Irish name from which the Americanized Kodi comes, with the same meaning. They are just a few spaces away from one another on the popularity rankings for boys’ and girls’ names in the U.S.

Cute

Koi

Koi is an unusual name in the U.S. It’s pronounced very similar to the word “coy,” meaning “shy.” Koi originates from Japan, but across the globe, these three letters have a variety of meanings. For instance, in Hawaii, Koi means “to implore” or “urge.”

Sweet

Landry

Landry is a classic name and a common surname in the U.S. Landry is a rare given name. Landry is a definitive name that looks and sounds great for just about anyone.

Classic

Lee

Lee is a common surname in the U.S. Traditionally a masculine name, Lee is used for both boys and girls now. Surprisingly, the more feminine variation, Leigh, is used less as a given name than the traditional spelling of Lee for girls in the U.S.

Sweet

Lennon

Lennon has become a far more popular name for girls than boys in the U.S. It’s often a choice for parents as an ode to the rock legend John Lennon. Oasis band frontman Liam Gallagher and his wife named their son Lennon in 1999.

Cool, Classic

Lennox

Although it is a common surname in Scotland, Lennox is quite common as a given name in the U.S. It’s gender-neutral and almost equally given to girls and boys at birth.

Cool

Leroux

In 2009, British pop group LaRoux made this name more well-known worldwide with their eponymous debut album.

Romantic, Cool

Leslie

Leslie is a common Canadian surname. There are an estimated 25,000 Americans who have Leslie as a surname. Leslie is a rare U.S.-given name, but it would still be fitting for a girl or boy.

Romantic

Lexington

Lexington sounds classic, but it’s not as common of a surname in the U.S. as it once was. Lexington as a given name is even less frequently seen.

Classic, Traditional

Lucky

Your baby may have an interesting birth story that would make a plausible case for this inspiring name.

Cute

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Marion

In the U.S., Marion started as a more feminine identifiable name, but in recent years, Marion has become more popular for boys than girls.

Beautiful

Marley

Marley is a fun name. It’s also musical, thanks to reggae musical pioneer Bob Marley and his musical family members.

Cute

Mars

Mars is a common surname in the U.S. and a very quirky and cute given name. American singer Erykah Badu named her daughter Mars Merkaba in 2009.

Cute, Fun

Morgan

This perfectly unisex name easily fits strong-voiced actors like Morgan Freeman and silver screen sirens like Morgan Fairchild. Morgan ranks 239th on the U.S. popularity chart for girls and 661st for boys.

Beautiful

Natale

Natale is the unisex variation of the more feminine Natalia. Natale is primarily popular in Italy and rarely used abroad.

Ethereal

Peyton

Peyton, a common unisex name in the U.S., is beloved by many parents. It’s currently ranked 111th among the most popular girl names and 629th for boys in the U.S.

Trendy

Phoenix

Phoenix List and his big sibling, actress Peyton List, both have gender-bending names. Phoenix is a popular name for all genders. It currently ranks 208th for boys and 238th for girls in the U.S.

Bold

Quinn

Quinn is a popular name in the U.S., particularly for baby girls. In 2021, Quinn ranked 92nd among the most popular names for girls. It ranked 458th for boys in the U.S. the same year.

Cute

Raleigh

Raleigh has traditionally been a surname in the U.S. As a given name, it has been more commonly given to girls than boys in the U.S.

Beautiful

Reagan

Reagan is most popular as a given name for U.S. girls. Reagan ranked 139 for girls and 1,053 for boys in the U.S. in 2021.

Traditional

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Reese

Hollywood actress, Reese Witherspoon, has taken Reese into the stratosphere with her stardom. In 2021, Reese ranked 191 in popularity among girls.

Cute

Riley

Riley ranked the 30th most popular name for girls in the U.S. in 2021. Riley, a traditional Irish surname, is a fairly common name for boys. It has grown in popularity for boys in the U.S.

Traditional

Robby

Robby or Robbie is a nickname for Robert or Roberta. As a given name Robby is uncommon, ranking 20,000 on the popularity charts for U.S.-born girls. This uncommon name could still be the perfect choice for your baby.

Bold, Fun

Rory

Rory is a traditional Irish name derived from “ruadh,” which means “red.” Rory is an adorable name gaining popularity in the U.S. for girls and boys.

Cute

Rylan

Rylan is an invented name derived from the more common names Ryland and Riley. Rylan is not common in the U.S. but is more common for boys.

Unique

Rumi

Rumi was an Afghani poet who lived in the 12th-century. In 2017, Beyoncé gave birth to twins and named one of them Rumi. We don’t tend to make bold assertions, but if Rumi is fit for Queen Bey’s child, then we think it could be the perfect choice for anyone.

Poetic, Beautiful

Sage

Sage is a herb often used to cleanse away negative energy by spiritualists. In the U.S., more girls are named Sage than boys, but it’s growing in popularity for boys. Sage is currently ranked 374th for boys in the U.S.

Beautiful, Spiritual

Santana

St. Anne is a Spanish saint who watches over women in various states of their lives, when: unmarried, in child labor, as a homemaker, and as grandmothers. Santana beautifully speaks to this spiritual connection.

Unique

Seven

Numerical words as names is an uncommon trend. In 1997, American singer Erykah Badu and rapper Andre 3000 named their son Seven Sirius Benjamin.

Unique

Shannon

Shannon was once a more common given name in the U.S. Shannon has also become a rare surname in the U.S.

Classic

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Shiloh

Shiloh speaks of peaceful moments. Shiloh was also among the top 1,000 names for babies born in the U.S. in 2021.

Beautiful

Sidney

Saint-Denis is one of the 14 Holy Helpers in Roman Catholic Christianity. He was a martyr, and it is believed that he, along with the holy helpers, was influential in fighting against illness and disease.

Classic

Skylar

Ranked 73rd on the list of most popular names for girls, Skylar is definitely a popular choice. There are certainly boys named Skylar as well, it’s just not as common.

Trendy

Sloan

Sloan is a bold and unique choice for an agender name. Meaning “warrior,” Sloan is an uncommon name for boys and girls in the U.S.

Unique

Taylor

Pop singer Taylor Swift has helped this name gain notoriety. Commonly a surname in the U.S., Taylor has become a common given name for girls. It’s currently ranked 209th for girls.

Classic

Terry

Terry is often a nickname for Terrance or Teresa in the U.S. It can still be perfect as a given name.

Cute

Tory

Tory is a rare given name in the U.S. It is far down the list of trending names for boys and girls, but it’s still cute with a powerful meaning.

Cute

Truth

Truth is indeed an unusual name for babies. It ranks high in popularity for boys in the U.S. compared to girls. Khloe Kardashian named her daughter True in 2019, giving it a slight boost for U.S.-born girls.

Poetic

Zaire

The Zaire River is the Congo River. It’s the second-largest river in the world and the second-largest river in Africa. No wonder it means “the river that swallows all rivers.” Zaire is unique and rarely used as a given name, but it could be a great choice for your gorgeous baby.

Unique

Zen

Hollywood actress Zoe Saldana and her husband named their son Zen. Zen sure is a keeper if you’re looking for a peaceful name that is also rare and unique!

Spiritual, Ethereal

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Gender is best understood if we look past the two gender binaries and look at gender as more of a feeling than a biological makeup. According to Medical News Today, although there are several recognized genders in the U.S. and abroad, there is no fixed gender limit ⁽¹⁾.

Around age two is when children begin to identify gender differences, and at age five or six, they may have a more fixed gender identity ⁽²⁾. Providing children with gender-expansive language and various gender examples will help them to understand themselves and others more.

The beauty of choosing a non-binary name is that it can happen at any point. If you are a parent, you can choose a name for your child that is androgynous. Suppose you are transitioning or exploring your gender identity as a teenager or in adulthood. In that case, you can choose a name that resonates with your characteristics independent of restrictive gender norms.

Simply put, yes. If you are a minor, then you’ll need adult consent. If you are an adult, you’ll need to follow the rules of your State and local government to change your name legally. Depending on where you live, the process may take up to a year. In the meantime, you can still have those who support your gender identity refer to you by your chosen name.