Unisex Names
Gender-neutral names with depth and history. Perfect for any child, no matter the story they grow into.
Mishaal
“Torch, burning flame”
Mishaal is an Arabic name meaning 'torch' or 'flame,' derived from the root sh-'-l, evoking brightness, fire, and passionate energy. It symbolises a burning light that guides and inspires others.
Mishal
“Torch, light of fire”
Mishal is an Arabic name meaning 'torch' or 'light of fire,' sharing roots with Mishaal and conveying warmth, brightness, and illuminating strength. It is a name that evokes the image of a guiding flame.
Mitra
“friend; solar deity”
Mitra comes from the Sanskrit word meaning 'friend' or 'ally,' and also refers to the ancient Vedic solar deity Mitra, one of the Adityas who represents the sun, contracts, and friendship. The name carries connotations of loyalty, light, and benevolent relationships.
Mitsuki
“Beautiful moon”
Mitsuki is a Japanese name that can be written with various kanji combinations, most commonly meaning 'beautiful moon' or 'full moon'. It combines celestial elegance with a sense of luminous grace, reflecting the deep reverence for the moon in Japanese culture.
Mitsuru
“fullness or satisfaction”
Mitsuru is a Japanese name typically written with the character 満 (mitsuru), meaning to fill, to be full, or to satisfy completely. It carries a deeply optimistic meaning, suggesting a person whose life overflows with good things, joy, love, purpose, and fulfillment. The name can be given to both boys and girls, though it appears more frequently for boys in historical records.
Mizuki
“Beautiful moon”
Mizuki can mean beautiful moon, felicitous chronicle, or the mizuki dogwood tree, depending on the kanji selected. The moon-related reading, combining the kanji for water and moon, is particularly evocative, suggesting a luminous, reflective quality. The dogwood connection links the name to a graceful spring-flowering tree treasured in Japanese gardens. Mizuki is one of Japan's most consistently popular unisex names, admired for its poetic imagery and melodic sound.
Moksha
“Liberation, freedom”
Moksha is a profound Sanskrit concept meaning liberation, release, or spiritual freedom. It represents the ultimate goal in Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain philosophy: release from the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth (samsara) and union with the divine. As a personal name, Moksha carries aspirations of freedom, spiritual achievement, and transcendence. It is used for both boys and girls, though most commonly given to girls in contemporary usage.
Monroe
“Mouth of the Roe River”
Monroe is a bold, charismatic name that projects star quality and natural confidence. Originally a masculine name, it has become increasingly popular as a gender-neutral choice, partly through celebrity influence. The name carries a glamorous cultural weight while remaining grounded in its Scottish heritage.
Montana
“Mountainous, of the mountains”
Montana carries a rugged, adventurous spirit evoking wide open spaces and natural grandeur. It is used for both boys and girls, though it has grown more popular as a feminine name in recent decades. The name suits free-spirited, independent personalities with a love of the outdoors.
Montserrat
“Serrated mountain”
Montserrat comes from the Catalan mont meaning mountain and serrat meaning serrated or jagged, describing the distinctive saw-toothed profile of the Montserrat massif near Barcelona. The mountain is home to the Benedictine monastery of Santa Maria de Montserrat and its famous Black Madonna, La Moreneta, one of the most revered religious images in Catalonia. As a given name Montserrat honours this sacred mountain and its Marian shrine, making it one of the most distinctively Catalan names in the Spanish canon.
Moorland
“Open upland terrain”
Moorland is an exceptionally rare given name with a distinctly poetic, landscape-inspired quality that evokes the wild beauty of the English and Scottish uplands. It belongs to a tradition of nature names that gained some currency in the Victorian era alongside names like Heath and Glen. The name suits independent, introspective individuals with a deep connection to the natural world.
Morgan
“Sea circle, sea born”
Morgan derives from the Old Welsh elements mor, meaning sea, and cant or geni, meaning circle or born. The name carries a sense of the boundless, ever-moving ocean and has been used for both boys and girls in Wales since medieval times. It is one of the most widely recognised Welsh names internationally and has a mystical quality reinforced by its connection to Arthurian legend.
Moriel
“Myrrh of God”
Moriel is a Hebrew name combining 'mor' (myrrh, a precious aromatic resin) with 'El' (God), meaning 'God is my myrrh' or 'myrrh of God.' Myrrh symbolizes preciousness, sacrifice, and devotion in biblical tradition.
Moyo
“Heart or soul”
Moyo is a name used across multiple African languages including Shona (Zimbabwe), Ndebele, and Malawian languages, meaning 'heart' or 'soul.' It speaks to the emotional and spiritual core of a person, conveying life force and inner spirit.
Mpho
“Gift”
Mpho is a Sotho and Tswana name meaning gift, used across Botswana, Lesotho, and South Africa for children of any gender. It is one of the most elemental and beautiful declarations a parent can make: that the child is a gift, a treasure bestowed upon the family by God or the universe. In southern African cultures, the concept of a child as a gift is bound up with deep spiritual gratitude and communal celebration. The name is compact and powerful, easy to pronounce across language backgrounds, and carries a universal meaning that resonates far beyond its geographic origin. It is perhaps best known internationally through Mpho Tutu van Furth, the daughter of Archbishop Desmond Tutu, whose work in activism and theology has given the name a profile of spiritual integrity and courageous witness.
Muchen
“Admiring morning”
Muchen combines the characters for admire and morning. It suggests someone who greets each new day with appreciation and wonder. The name has a fresh, optimistic quality with a contemplative undertone.
Mudiwa
“Beloved, dear one”
Mudiwa is a Shona name from Zimbabwe meaning 'beloved' or 'dear one.' It expresses deep affection and is given to children who are cherished by their family.
Muhan
“Steeped in culture and grace”
Muhan combines 'Mu' (木 or 沐), where 木 means wood or a tree and 沐 means to bathe or to be immersed in light and grace, with 'Han' (涵 or 翰), where 涵 means to contain or to be steeped in culture and 翰 means writing brush or literary talent. The name most commonly expresses 'steeped in culture and learning' or 'bathed in grace.'
Mukisa
“Luck, fortune, blessing”
Mukisa is a Luganda name from Uganda meaning 'luck,' 'fortune,' or 'blessing.' It is given to children who are seen as a lucky or blessed arrival in the family.
Mumtaz
“Distinguished, excellent, outstanding”
Mumtaz derives from the Arabic root m-y-z, meaning 'to distinguish' or 'to excel,' and translates as 'distinguished,' 'excellent,' or 'outstanding.' It is used to describe someone of exceptional quality or elevated status.
Murphy
“Sea warrior”
Murphy originates from the Irish Gaelic 'Muircheartach' or 'O Murchadha', combining 'muir' meaning 'sea' and 'cath' meaning 'battle' or 'warrior'. The name evokes strength, resilience, and the untameable spirit of the ocean, painting a picture of courage upon the waves.
Mutsuki
“month of harmony or January”
Mutsuki is a distinguished Japanese name directly referencing the traditional poetic name for January (睦月, mutsuki), which literally means 'month of harmony' or 'month of intimacy.' It is a name with deep classical roots, connecting the bearer to the renewal and harmonious gathering of family that marks the New Year season. Both boys and girls have historically borne this name.
Nael
“Noble, generous champion”
Nael is a French name that has roots in both Breton and Arabic naming traditions, giving it a cross-cultural appeal in modern France. As a Breton name, it may derive from the same Celtic root nael or nael meaning noble. As an Arabic name, Nael means achiever or one who attains. In contemporary France, the name has become popular partly through French Muslim communities and partly through its appealing, clean sound that fits naturally alongside Breton names. Its short, crisp form makes it genuinely gender-neutral.
Nagi
“Calm or lull”
Nagi means a calm sea or a lull in the wind, evoking a moment of profound tranquillity amid the natural world. The word describes the stillness that falls over the ocean when the wind drops, a state that sailors and poets have long treasured. Nagi is also the name of the nagi tree, a conifer considered sacred at certain Shinto shrines and traditionally given to pilgrims as a symbol of protection. The name holds both natural and spiritual resonance.
Nagisa
“Shore, water's edge”
Nagisa is a Japanese given name meaning shore, beach, or the edge where water meets land. The name evokes the liminal beauty of a coastline: the boundary between sea and earth, the sound of waves breaking, the quality of light on wet sand. In Japanese poetry and literature, the shore is a richly symbolic location associated with journeys, farewells, longing, and meditative solitude. Nagisa is used for both boys and girls in Japan, carrying a romantic, nature-inspired quality that feels equally at home on either.
Nana
“Chief or grandparent”
An Akan title and name from Ghana meaning chief, king, or grandparent. It is used as a mark of respect and authority across Ghanaian society, bestowed upon rulers and elders alike. The unisex name carries traditional leadership significance and a deep connection to Ghanaian cultural heritage. In Japanese, Nana independently means seven, adding an international dimension to the name.
Nao
“Honest or straight”
Nao is a concise Japanese unisex name meaning honest, straight, or direct. Written with the kanji for honesty and sincerity, the name conveys moral integrity and a genuine, forthright character. Its brevity gives it a modern, minimal quality that has made it appealing both within Japan and internationally, while its meaning offers genuine depth.
Naseem
“Gentle breeze, fresh morning wind”
Naseem means a gentle, fresh breeze, specifically the soft morning wind that carries coolness and the fragrance of flowers. In Arabic and Persian poetry, the naseem is the breeze that brings news of the beloved and carries the scent of the garden. The name has been used for both boys and girls across the Arab world and Persia for centuries.
Natsume
“summer eye or jujube fruit of summer”
Natsume is an evocative Japanese gender-neutral name formed from 'natsu' (夏, summer) and 'me' (目, eye, or 芽, bud/sprout). The reading 'summer eye' suggests keen perception, artistic vision, and a deep contemplative relationship with the natural world. Alternatively, Natsume also refers to the jujube (棗), a traditional fruit, and to the literary giant Natsume Soseki, Japan's most beloved novelist.
Navi
“New, worthy of praise”
Navi carries the sense of newness and freshness in Sanskrit and Punjabi, where it means new or worthy of praise. It is a modern, clean-sounding name that travels easily across cultures and languages, making it an appealing choice for internationally minded families. Its brevity gives it a contemporary energy while its roots keep it grounded in South Asian tradition.
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