Unisex Names
Gender-neutral names with depth and history. Perfect for any child, no matter the story they grow into.
Shloka
“Sacred verse or hymn”
Shloka refers to a verse or hymn from Sanskrit scriptures, particularly the metrical couplets found in Hindu epics and religious texts. The name carries the sense of sacred utterance and poetic wisdom. It evokes a spirit of devotion and eloquence rooted in ancient Vedic tradition.
Shoham
“Onyx stone, precious gemstone”
Shoham is a Hebrew name referring to the onyx stone, a precious gemstone mentioned multiple times in the Hebrew Bible. It symbolizes beauty, strength, and preciousness, evoking the deep luster of a dark gemstone.
Shoshan
“Lily or rose”
Derived from the Hebrew word 'shoshana,' meaning 'lily' or 'rose.' The name evokes the beauty and purity of the flower, which holds deep symbolic significance in Jewish tradition and the Song of Solomon.
Shoval
“Path, trail”
Shoval is a modern Hebrew name drawn from the word meaning path or trail. It evokes the sense of a journey, a direction chosen, and a route forged through life. Primarily used in Israel, it sits within a contemporary naming tradition that draws on landscape and movement for inspiration. The name works beautifully for any gender and carries a quiet, purposeful energy that resonates with parents who value both distinctiveness and meaning.
Shukuru
“Grateful; thankful”
Shukuru is a Swahili name used across East Africa, meaning 'grateful' or 'thankful.' It is given to children as an expression of parental gratitude, often following a difficult pregnancy, long-awaited birth, or as thanks to God. The name is common in Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Shuwen
“learned in literature”
Shuwen combines 'Shu' (書), meaning 'book' or 'writing', with 'Wen' (文), meaning 'literature', 'culture', or 'refined'. The name celebrates literary cultivation and cultural refinement, suggesting a person of letters.
Sidney
“Wide meadow, from Saint-Denis”
Sidney is a classic English name with aristocratic roots, made famous by the Elizabethan poet and soldier Sir Philip Sidney. It has been used as both a masculine and feminine given name since the 18th century. The variant spelling Sydney is associated with the Australian city, though both spellings are widely used for people.
Silje
“Blind or heavenly”
Silje is the Norwegian and Faroese form of Cecilia, which derives from the Latin Caecilius, a Roman family name possibly rooted in the Latin 'caecus' meaning blind, though it has long been associated in the Nordic tradition with purity and celestial grace.
Silver
“Precious metal, pure and luminous”
Silver is a bold, nature-inspired word name that has transitioned from a descriptive term into a modern given name, especially popular among parents seeking non-traditional options. It evokes the cool luminosity of the precious metal and carries connotations of value, elegance, and the natural world. As a name it sits within the broader English trend of using metals, colours, and natural elements as given names.
Sindri
“Sparkling, small”
Sindri is an Old Norse name associated with the legendary dwarf craftsman of Norse mythology. The name carries connotations of brilliance and meticulous skill, evoking something that glitters or sparkles. In modern Icelandic usage it is given to both boys and girls, maintaining a contemporary freshness while honouring ancient tradition.
Sion
“God is gracious”
Sion is the Welsh form of John, carrying the same Hebrew meaning of 'God is gracious' or 'God has shown favour'. In formal Welsh orthography the name is written with a circumflex accent over the 'o', though this is often omitted in everyday usage. It is a classic Welsh name that connects bearers to a deep tradition of Welsh Christian naming.
Siphosethu
“Our gift”
Siphosethu is a Zulu name from South Africa meaning 'our gift' or 'it is our gift.' The name celebrates the arrival of a child as a shared blessing belonging to the entire family or community. It is used for both boys and girls and reflects the communal values of Zulu culture.
Siraj
“Lamp, light”
From Arabic meaning lamp or light, rooted in the word 'siraj' which appears in the Quran to describe the sun as a 'shining lamp'. The name evokes brilliance, guidance, and spiritual illumination. Used across the Muslim world for both boys and girls, Siraj carries a sense of purpose, suggesting a person who brings clarity and warmth to those around them.
Siv
“Bride, relation”
Siv is the modern Scandinavian form of Sif, the Norse goddess and wife of Thor. The name derives from an Old Norse word meaning bride or kinswoman, denoting a close familial or marital bond. It is used across Norway, Sweden and Denmark and carries the quiet elegance and mythological depth of the Norse tradition.
Sivan
“Third month, season”
Sivan is a Hebrew name derived from the third month of the Jewish calendar, which typically falls in May or June. It is the month in which the Torah was given at Mount Sinai, making it one of the most spiritually significant periods in the Jewish year. The name carries a sense of renewal, revelation, and the beauty of late spring.
Siwen
“thoughtful and cultured”
Siwen joins 'Si' (思), meaning 'to think' or 'contemplation', with 'Wen' (文), meaning 'culture', 'literature', or 'refinement'. The name describes a thoughtful, culturally attuned person who values learning and reflection.
Siyanda
“We are growing, we are increasing”
Siyanda is a Zulu name from South Africa meaning 'we are growing,' 'we are increasing,' or 'we are multiplying.' It is given to a child to mark the growth of a family and can also symbolize the growth of love, prosperity, or community. The name is used for both boys and girls.
Siyu
“thoughts vast as the universe”
Siyu pairs 'Si' (思), meaning 'thought' or 'longing', with 'Yu' (宇), meaning 'universe' or 'infinite space'. The name conveys a mind that contemplates the vast cosmos, suggesting ambition, depth, and expansive imagination.
Skuld
“Future, debt”
Skuld is one of the three Norns in Norse mythology, the fate-weavers who determine the destinies of gods and mortals alike. Her name is derived from the Old Norse verb 'skulu', meaning shall or must, and relates to concepts of obligation, debt, and that which is fated to come. Alongside Urd (the past) and Verdandi (the present), Skuld weaves the threads of fate at the base of Yggdrasil, the world tree. She also appears in the Eddas as a Valkyrie, riding into battle to choose the slain.
Sky
“The open heavens above”
Sky is a nature-inspired modern English name that emerged prominently in the latter half of the twentieth century as part of a broader trend toward word names and nature names. It is used for both boys and girls, though it leans slightly more feminine in contemporary usage. The name's brevity and clarity give it a fresh, modern energy that has kept it consistently appealing.
Skylar
“Scholar or protective shield”
Skylar gained widespread popularity in the United States and United Kingdom from the 1990s onward, used for both boys and girls. It blends the appealing imagery of the sky with a scholarly, noble resonance from its Dutch roots. The name achieved particular cultural visibility through the television series Breaking Bad, where a central character bore the name.
Soan
“God is gracious”
Soan is a modern French phonetic form related to the family of names derived from the Hebrew Yohanan, meaning 'God is gracious' or 'Yahweh is merciful.' It functions as a contemporary French variant in the same family as Jean, Joan, and John, giving an ancient theological meaning a fresh, minimalist sound.
Sofi
“A streamlined”
Sofi is a contemporary spelling variant of the ancient Greek name Sophia, derived from 'sophos,' meaning wise or skilled. The name has been adopted widely across cultures, from Scandinavia to Latin America, as an accessible international form of one of the world's most beloved names. Its gender-neutral quality in modern usage reflects contemporary naming trends that favor short, open-vowel names that work across multiple languages.
Sol
“Sun”
Sol derives from the Old Norse word for sun and was the name of the solar goddess who drove the sun's chariot across the sky each day in Norse mythology. The name is direct, radiant, and universally understood across European languages, where sol or sol-related words denote the sun in Spanish, Portuguese, and Catalan as well. It carries warmth, clarity, and mythological depth in three letters.
Sole
“Sun”
Sole is the Italian word for sun, used as a given name to evoke warmth, radiance, and life-giving light. The name captures the brilliance of the Mediterranean sun and is used for both boys and girls in Italy. It belongs to a tradition of elemental Italian names drawn directly from nature, alongside Luna (moon) and Stella (star), and carries an effortless luminous quality.
Solstice
“Sun standing still, turning point”
Solstice is a rare and nature-inspired English word-name that carries powerful astronomical and seasonal symbolism, evoking both the longest and shortest days of the year. It is a bold, unconventional choice that suggests a child born at a significant moment or one who embodies transformation and the rhythms of the natural world. The name has a strong, sonorous sound that feels both ancient and distinctly modern.
Solvi
“Sun battle”
Solvi combines the Old Norse 'sol' meaning sun with 'vi' or 'vig' meaning battle or sanctuary, depending on interpretation, suggesting either a solar warrior or a sacred sun-place.
Soma
“Moon, sacred nectar”
Soma is a name of ancient Vedic Sanskrit origin carrying two intertwined meanings: the moon and the sacred ritual nectar. In the Rigveda, soma refers to the divine drink of the gods, believed to grant immortality, clarity of mind, and spiritual illumination, pressed from a plant and offered in Vedic fire rituals. Soma is also another name for the moon deity, Chandra, since both the nectar and the moon were seen as sources of nourishment, coolness, and divine grace. The name therefore carries both a celestial and a sacred, ritual quality, suggesting luminosity, calm, and spiritual depth.
Sparrow
“Small lively bird; quick and resilient”
Sparrow is a charming English nature name with Anglo-Saxon roots, evoking the cheerful and resilient common sparrow, one of England's most beloved birds. As a given name it has a free-spirited, whimsical quality and has grown in popularity as parents seek distinctive nature-inspired names. The sparrow has long been a symbol of simplicity, community, and tenacity in English folklore.
Starling
“Songbird evoking freedom and nature”
Starling is an English nature name derived directly from the glossy, iridescent songbird known for its remarkable murmurations. As a given name it is rare and evocative, appealing to parents drawn to ornithological names with an earthy, poetic quality. It carries associations with music, collective beauty, and graceful movement.
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