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Looking for cool unisex names? This list of 101 unisex names includes meanings and popularity rankings by gender to make your gender neutral name search easy and efficient.
Today, more parents are choosing unisex names for their cool factor, flexibility, and message of gender equity. I spent countless hours researching names for my own kids, wanting each to have a gender fluid name that gave them space to define themselves.
This list is the result—curated from over 2,000 names sourced from my own name database, forums, books, and websites, with popularity data from the Social Security Administration.
It’s a snapshot of current baby name trends. While styles change and some names lean male or female over time, these picks are especially versatile.
You’ll find classic, modern, soft, strong, and unique unisex names here. I’ll also share why choosing a unisex name is awesome and explain how names evolve into gender-neutral favorites.
If you love these, don’t miss my other lists of unique unisex and vintage genderless names!
Why pick a unisex name
Unisex names offer your child flexibility—a small but meaningful way to give them room to express their individuality as they grow.
Many parents also choose gender-neutral names to help reduce the biases and assumptions their child might face later in life.
Beyond that, unisex names just have a certain cool factor. They often feel fresh, creative, and a little unexpected, especially since many newer names haven’t settled into a single gender yet.
There’s also a trend toward using nicknames as full names, and since nicknames often cross gender lines, they naturally lend themselves to unisex options.
Now, let’s dive into the unisex name ideas!
Classic unisex names
Classic gender neutral names have established history for both girls and boys. While they may trend towards one sex or the other over time, most people know both males and females with these non binary names.
While names like Celeste and Aubrey may sound female leaning, they make lovely names for a boy. Celeste is a gender neutral name in Italy and Aubrey originated as a male name that girls began adopting in the 1970’s.
| Meaning | (F) Rank | (M) Rank | |
| Adrian | (sea) | – | 61 |
| Alexis | (defender) | 341 | 472 |
| Aubrey | (elf ruler) | 65 | – |
| Augustine | (magnificent) | – | 617 |
| Bellamy | (good friend) | 765 | 621 |
| Beryl | (gemstone) | – | – |
| Blair | (plain) | 315 | – |
| Celeste | (heavenly) | 322 | – |
| Charlie | (free person) | 127 | 189 |
| Dana | (God will judge) | – | – |
| Dylan | (of the sea) | 567 | 44 |
| James | (supplanter) | – | 5 |
| Logan | (little hollow) | 310 | 21 |
| Max | (greatest) | – | 159 |
| Morgan | (of the sea) | 205 | 612 |
| Quinn | (wise) | 80 | 405 |
| Reagan | (little king) | 126 | – |
| Reese | (ardent) | 147 | 701 |
| Riley | (wood clearing) | 37 | 246 |
| Robin | (bright) | 916 | 896 |
| Ryan | (little king) | 495 | 66 |
| Shawn | (God is gracious) | – | 508 |
| Taylor | (tailor) | 192 | 643 |
| Tory | (victory) | – | – |
| Yael | (mountain goat) | – | – |
Cute names
Cute nonbinary names are soft and approachable. Below you’ll find a mix of established nonbinary names like Jamie and new hits like Remy. Nickname unisex names like Stevie have been rising fast, especially among girls. Expect to see more little Ollie’s and Freddie’s on the playground in coming years.
| Meaning | (F) Rank | (M) Rank | |
| Ariel | (lion of God) | 222 | 560 |
| Ashton | (ash tree) | – | 147 |
| Avery | (ruler of elves) | 19 | 210 |
| Bailey | (berry clearing) | 162 | – |
| Blake | (dark, white) | 199 | 205 |
| Dell | (small valley) | – | – |
| Drew | (strong) | 815 | 509 |
| Elisha | (God is salvation) | – | 870 |
| Ellery | (joyful) | – | – |
| Frankie | (free) | 593 | – |
| Freddie | (peaceful ruler) | – | – |
| Jamie | (supplanter) | 698 | 624 |
| Jules | (youthful) | – | – |
| Kit | (bearing Christ) | – | – |
| Lane | (pathway) | – | 261 |
| Mica | (loved friend) | – | – |
| Misha | (resembles God) | – | – |
| Ollie | (olive tree) | – | – |
| Perry | (pear tree) | – | – |
| Remy | (oarsman) | 550 | 357 |
| Rory | (red king) | 396 | 295 |
| Sasha | (defender) | 571 | – |
| Stevie | (crown) | 284 | – |
| Sully | (south meadow) | – | – |
| Toby | (God is good) | – | – |
| Val | (valiant) | – | – |
Modern gender neutral names
Any nonbinary given name already has a contemporary feel but some androgynous names sound even more fresh. If you’re looking for a modern non-binary name consider some of these names below.
Unisex name Channing feels posed for a comeback and I love the name Winn with the nickname of Winnie for either sex (Winn also makes my list of short unisex names).
| Meaning | (F) Rank | (M) Rank | |
| Ace | (one, unity) | – | 156 |
| Ainsley | (meadow) | 363 | – |
| Bryce | (swift, freckled) | – | 250 |
| Cary | (pure) | – | – |
| Casey | (vigilant) | – | 446 |
| Channing | (wolf cub) | – | – |
| Corey | (from a hollow) | – | 553 |
| Darcy | (dark) | – | – |
| Fallon | (leader) | 725 | – |
| Finley | (fair-haired warrior) | 211 | 265 |
| Grey | (pleasant) | – | 716 |
| Harlow | (rock hill) | 238 | – |
| Harper | (harpist) | 10 | – |
| Joss | (one of Goths) | – | – |
| Marlowe | (driftwood) | 896 | – |
| Monroe | (mouth of the river) | 525 | – |
| Parker | (park keeper) | 115 | 93 |
| Peyton | (warrior’s estate) | 99 | 471 |
| Rowan | (red-haired) | 241 | 106 |
| Sloan | (warrior) | 574 | – |
| Spencer | (steward) | – | 315 |
| Sutton | (south town) | 244 | 541 |
| Tatum | (cheerful) | 279 | 385 |
| Winn | (friend) | – | – |
| Wren | (passerine bird) | 251 | – |
Unique nonbinary names
Unique androgynous names are very on trend with parents seeking creativity and individuality in their baby name. Given their newness, these cool nonbinary names are less likely to have settled into being associated with either sex.
Unique names also have a better likelihood of remaining unisex as they are given to fewer babies. I think Cove is likely to pick up steam and would make a rare and fun middle name (Cove is a highlight on my list of unisex nature names too). Kirby would also be adorable on either gender.
If you’re looking for something unique, I also have a whole post on unique gender neutral names that are truly rare.
| Meaning | (F) Rank | (M) Rank | |
| Arden | (eagle valley) | – | – |
| Belen | (house of bread) | 826 | – |
| Briar | (shrub) | 515 | 713 |
| Brynn | (hill) | 362 | – |
| Cove | (bay, inlet) | – | – |
| Dakota | (friend) | 270 | 344 |
| Denver | (green valley) | 776 | 505 |
| Ellis | (benevolent) | 594 | 321 |
| Emery | (industrious) | 89 | 764 |
| Hadley | (heather field) | 112 | – |
| Harley | (hare’s field) | 306 | 923 |
| Kennedy | (misshapened head) | 70 | – |
| Kirby | (settlement by church) | – | – |
| Landry | (ruler) | 962 | 989 |
| Palmer | (pilgrim) | 329 | 990 |
| Presley | (priest’s meadow) | 212 | – |
| Roux | (red) | – | – |
| Sage | (wise) | 179 | 427 |
| Scout | (explorer) | 829 | – |
| Shiloh | (peace) | 410 | 581 |
| Sky | (sky, cloud) | 717 | – |
| Skylar | (raider) | 74 | – |
| Waverly | (aspen tree meadow) | 749 | – |
| Winter | (winter season) | 324 | – |
| Zephyr | (gentle breeze) | – | – |
Nonbinary name trends
Very few names stay truly unisex forever. Choosing a gender-neutral name is often about capturing a moment when a name is used for both boys and girls. Here are four common trends you’ll see:
1. Shifting From One Gender to the Other
Many unisex names start on one side before shifting to the other—most often from boy to girl. Names like Lindsey and Ashley, now seen as feminine, originally began as boys’ names.
Once a name becomes popular for girls, parents of boys often steer away. Some names, like Blake, are currently balanced (ranking #199 for girls and #205 for boys) but may eventually trend toward being more feminine.
2. New Popularity Rise
Fresh, fast-rising names often enjoy a brief period of being unisex simply because they’re new. It’s hard to predict whether they’ll stay gender-neutral or tilt one way over time.
Finley is a great example, ranking almost evenly for boys (#265) and girls (#211) today.
3. Rare or Unique Picks
Some names stay unisex because they’re rare enough not to be strongly associated with either gender. Without a critical mass pushing them toward boy or girl, they stay wonderfully neutral.
Still, baby name trends can surprise you—today’s obscure unisex name could top the charts tomorrow. Landry, for now, remains a true hidden gem.
4. Previously Popular Names
Some names had their moment decades ago and now feel rare enough to read as gender-neutral again. These “vintage unisex” names are familiar but don’t lean strongly either way.
Robin is a perfect example: once a hit in the ’50s, today it ranks #916 for girls and #896 for boys, making it feel balanced again.
You can check out more baby names’ popularity by checking out our name trend data tool.
Conclusion: choosing a nonbinary baby name
Choosing a unisex name gives your child more flexibility and individuality. But baby name trends are unpredictable, and even the most neutral names may shift toward one gender over time. As naming becomes more creative, hopefully more names will stay truly unisex.
It’s also important to recognize that traditionally masculine names are given to girls far more often than feminine names are given to boys. Names tied to boys are often seen as strong or unique, and androgynous names for girls are sometimes chosen to help shield them from future bias.
This dynamic perpetuates the bias that femininity is somehow less good than masculinity. We also see parents of boys abandon names once they become common for girls.
I hope one day soon we see boys named Juno as much as we see girls named James.
Looking for more androgynous name ideas? You may also like this list of 65+ Bird Inspired Names With Meanings.
