Whimsical Baby Names
Names that share a whimsical feel, drawn from many origins, with what each one means and how it is doing in the US today. Browse 200+ names, each with its meaning and current US rank.
- #16
Violet
Latin · Girl
Named for the delicate purple flower, this name blooms with sweetness and a touch of...
- #26
Ellie
English · Girl
A sunny diminutive of Eleanor and Elizabeth, warm and approachable from the very first...
- #34
Willow
English · Girl
Inspired by the graceful weeping willow, a name that bends beautifully but never breaks.
- #35
Riley
Irish · Unisex
Meaning courageous in Irish, Riley has an upbeat, can-do energy that makes it one of the...
- #46
Paisley
Scottish · Girl
Named for the ornate teardrop pattern from a Scottish town, artsy and spirited.
- #55
Lucy
Latin · Girl
Meaning light, this name sparkles with humor, intelligence, and irresistible charm.
- #63
Serenity
English · Girl
A modern virtue name meaning peaceful calm, like still water under a wide sky.
- #65
Sadie
Hebrew · Girl
A pet form of Sarah meaning princess, sunny and sweet with vintage sass.
- #80
Lainey
English · Girl
A breezy diminutive of Elaine meaning bright shining light, sunny and playful.
- #83
Jasper
Persian · Boy
Bringer of treasure, a gemstone name that sparkles with warmth and wit.
- #91
River
English · Boy
A free-flowing name that carries the calm power of water in motion.
- #95
Felix
Latin · Boy
Happy and fortunate, a name that seems to guarantee a sunny disposition.
- #97
Daisy
English · Girl
Named for the cheerful flower meaning day's eye, sunny and impossibly charming.
- #98
River
English · Unisex
Flowing and free, River is a nature name that feels both peaceful and powerful, like...
- #102
Bodhi
Sanskrit · Boy
Awakening and enlightenment, a name that invites spiritual curiosity.
- #103
Caspian
English · Boy
Named for the great inland sea, vast and full of literary wonder.
- #103
Juniper
Latin · Girl
An evergreen botanical name meaning young, fresh and fragrant like the wild berry bush.
- #106
Melody
English · Girl
A musical tune, sweet and harmonious.
- #107
Arlo
English · Boy
Between two hills, a name with a folk-song lilt and artistic spirit.
- #108
Milo
Germanic · Boy
Gracious and mild, a name with old-world warmth and modern energy.
- #124
Zephyr
Greek · Boy
The gentle west wind, a name that carries the breath of spring.
- #127
Indie
English · Girl
Short for independent, a name for free spirits who march to their own beat.
- #128
Sunday
English · Girl
The day of rest and sunshine, a name that feels bright, peaceful, and full of possibility.
- #129
Story
English · Girl
A word name full of narrative magic, perfect for a child whose life will be a great tale.
- #134
Ever
English · Girl
A word name meaning always, capturing the idea of eternal love and infinite possibility.
- #134
Josie
English · Girl
God will increase, cheerful and bright.
- #135
Charlie
English · Unisex
A name full of cheerful warmth and down-to-earth charm, Charlie has evolved from a...
- #140
Haven
English · Girl
A word name meaning safe place or refuge, warm and protective.
- #147
Clementine
French · Girl
Meaning merciful and gentle, a name as sweet and sunny as the little orange fruit.
- #155
Elowen
Cornish · Girl
A Cornish name meaning elm tree, rooted in the ancient language of Cornwall.
- #156
Eloise
French · Girl
A French name meaning healthy and wide, forever linked to a mischievous girl at the Plaza.
- #160
Posey
English · Girl
Meaning a small bunch of flowers, cheerful and sweet as a fresh-picked bouquet.
- #165
Callie
English · Girl
A beautiful and warm name, full of sweetness.
- #170
Sorrel
French · Girl
A botanical name for the tangy herb, fresh and uncommon with earthy sophistication.
- #174
Molly
English · Girl
A bitter sea name turned sweet with love.
- #180
Ariel
Hebrew · Unisex
Meaning lion of God in Hebrew, Ariel soars between the biblical and the magical, equally...
- #190
Millie
English · Girl
A hardworking and gentle spirit, sweet and true.
- #200
Ariel
English · Girl
A lion of God, spirited and free.
- #210
Marley
English · Unisex
A joyful name meaning pleasant meadow, Marley brings to mind music, sunshine, and a...
- #220
Bailey
English · Unisex
A warm occupational name meaning bailiff or steward, Bailey has a friendly, approachable...
- #245
Journey
English · Unisex
A name that celebrates the beauty of the path, not just the destination. Journey is for...
- #245
Harley
English · Unisex
With roots meaning hare meadow, Harley brings a playful yet adventurous energy that...
- #250
Remy
French · Unisex
A name with French flair meaning oarsman, Remy feels effortlessly chic and adventurous...
- #258
Wren
English · Unisex
Tiny but mighty, Wren is inspired by the small songbird known for its surprisingly...
- #259
Bastian
Greek · Boy
Venerable, the breezy short form of Sebastian with fairytale magic.
- #356
Remy
French · Boy
Oarsman — charming and European
- #369
Kenzie
English · Girl
A fair and bright one, lively and fun.
- #406
Cassidy
English · Girl
A curly-haired charmer with Irish warmth.
- #407
Dream
American · Girl
A hopeful vision of beauty and wonder.
- #409
Maisie
English · Girl
A pearl name, cheerful and Scottish in spirit.
- #412
Lyric
English · Girl
A song word name, poetic and melodic.
- #425
Hattie
English · Girl
A home ruler, cheerful and spirited.
- #427
Mabel
English · Girl
A lovable name meaning dear and beautiful.
- #450
Scout
English · Unisex
A name of exploration and discovery, Scout honors the adventurous spirit in all of us and...
- #462
Poppy
English · Girl
A red flower of remembrance and cheer.
- #476
Meadow
English · Girl
An open grassy field, peaceful and wide.
- #483
Azalea
English · Girl
A flowering shrub name bursting with color.
- #497
Remy
English · Girl
An oarsman with French flair and spirit.
- #595
Ocean
English · Unisex
Vast and full of wonder, Ocean is a name that holds all the mystery and power of the deep...
- #604
Bonnie
English · Girl
A pretty and cheerful name full of joy.
- #635
Elora
English · Girl
A golden name of light and shining beauty.
- #643
Coraline
English · Girl
A coral maiden from a tale of wonder.
- #649
Otis
English · Boy
A wealthy child blessed with keen hearing.
- #687
Faye
English · Girl
A fairy name shimmering with magic and light.
- #701
Elodie
English · Girl
A marshy and rich name with French melody.
- #710
Rumi
Japanese/Persian · Unisex
In Japanese it means beauty and flow, while in Persian it honors the beloved 13th-century...
- #727
Penny
English · Girl
A weaver name, cheerful and industrious.
- #735
Dulce
Spanish · Girl
Sweet as honey, gentle and kind in spirit.
- #738
Waverly
English · Girl
A meadow of quaking aspens, trembling and free.
- #770
Winnie
English · Girl
A blessed peacemaker, gentle and beloved.
- #803
Thalia
English · Girl
A muse of comedy, joyful and flourishing.
- #806
Amelie
English · Girl
A hardworking and industrious spirit with French charm.
- #810
Indigo
Greek · Unisex
A name drawn from the deep blue-violet dye, Indigo is as rich and vibrant as the color it...
- #837
Nellie
English · Girl
A bright shining one, cheerful and lively.
- #861
Rudy
English · Boy
A famous wolf child, wild and beloved.
- #906
Aila
English · Girl
A bright and cheerful name meaning light.
- #920
Story
English · Unisex
A literary word name that says every life is a narrative worth telling, Story is...
- #922
Jovie
American · Girl
A joyful name brimming with happiness.
- #959
Lyric
English · Unisex
A melody put into words, expressive and poetic.
- #979
Frankie
English · Unisex
A free spirit, open and adventurous at heart.
- #1006
Birdie
English · Girl
A sweet little bird, cheerful and free.
- #1029
Sekani
Shona · Boy
Laughter, a name of bubbling joy and infectious merriment.
- #1031
Goldie
English · Girl
A golden treasure, bright and precious.
- #1066
Clover
English · Girl
A lucky plant name bringing fortune and cheer.
- #1098
Marigold
English · Girl
A golden flower of the garden, warm and bright.
- #1134
Tallulah
Native American · Girl
Leaping waters cascading over mossy stones.
- #1142
Toby
English · Unisex
God is good, a cheerful and lighthearted soul.
- #1173
Beatrix
English · Girl
A blessed voyager through life with joy.
- #1189
Wendy
English · Girl
A friend name created for a storybook world.
- #1192
Leela
Sanskrit · Girl
The divine play of creation, joyful and free.
- #1200
Yaritza
Spanish · Girl
A small butterfly, delicate and wonderfully free.
- #1220
Ever
English · Unisex
Always and forever, timeless and enduring.
- #1230
Jessie
English · Unisex
A gift of grace, warm and generous.
- #1237
Wren
English · Boy
A small bird child, lively and melodious.
- #1253
Perry
English · Boy
A wanderer among the pear trees in bloom.
- #1290
Zephyr
English · Unisex
A soft west wind, gentle and refreshing.
- #1335
Tilly
English · Girl
A mighty in battle, cheerful and petite.
- #1396
Linus
English · Boy
A flaxen-haired child with a gentle nature.
- #1403
Darla
English · Girl
A dear and beloved one, sweet and warm.
- #1424
Lavender
English · Girl
A fragrant purple herb, calming and sweet.
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