Unisex Names
Gender-neutral names with depth and history. Perfect for any child, no matter the story they grow into.
Haris
“grace”
Haris derives from the Greek 'charis' (χάρις), meaning grace, favor, charm, or a freely given gift. In ancient Greek religion, the Charites (or Graces) were goddesses of beauty, charm, and festivity. In Christian theology, 'charis' became the word for divine grace, God's freely given love. The name works for both boys and girls in modern Greek usage.
Harley
“Hare's meadow or woodland clearing”
Harley is a spirited, unisex name that conveys an adventurous and free-spirited personality. It gained broad cultural recognition through the Harley-Davidson motorcycle brand, lending it a cool, rebellious edge that appeals to parents seeking a bold name. It has been used for both boys and girls, though it has trended increasingly feminine in recent decades.
Harlow
“Army hill or muster mound”
Harlow is a sleek, vintage-modern name that has surged in popularity largely due to its glamorous association with 1930s Hollywood. It conveys sophistication and old-world glamour while feeling fresh and contemporary. The name is increasingly used for girls and has a cool, cinematic quality that resonates with parents drawn to Golden Age Hollywood aesthetics.
Harper
“Player of the harp”
Harper is a melodic, literary name that has experienced a dramatic rise in popularity over the past two decades, heavily influenced by the legacy of author Harper Lee. It works beautifully as a unisex name but skews strongly female in contemporary usage, consistently ranking among the top names for girls. The name carries an artistic, intelligent, and creative personality.
Haruka
“Distant or spring”
Haruka can mean distant, far-reaching, or spring flower, depending on the kanji chosen. The sense of distance carries a beautiful, expansive quality, suggesting wide horizons and a free spirit unconfined by limits. The spring reading links the name to renewal and blossoming, aligning it with Japan's beloved cherry blossom season. Haruka is one of Japan's most enduringly popular unisex names, cherished for its dreamy sound and layered imagery.
Hayden
“Dweller by the hay valley”
Hayden is a friendly, accessible surname-turned-given-name that has risen steadily in popularity for both boys and girls in English-speaking countries since the late 20th century. It has a gentle, outdoorsy quality that feels grounded and approachable without being overly common. The name's dual-gender usage and its association with several notable public figures gives it a broad, modern appeal.
Hayloft
“Upper barn hay store”
Hayloft is an unconventional and evocative name that conjures images of rural life and wide open countryside. It would suit parents seeking a truly unique name with deep roots in the English agrarian tradition. The name carries a warm, earthy charm that stands apart from more conventional choices.
Hedgerow
“Line of boundary shrubs”
Hedgerow is an extremely rare and unconventional nature name with deep roots in the English rural landscape. It carries a wildly poetic quality, evoking images of tangled blackberries, nesting birds, and ancient field boundaries. It would suit parents seeking a truly one-of-a-kind botanical name with strong English heritage.
Hedyn
“Seed”
Hedyn comes from the Welsh word for seed, carrying with it all the rich symbolism of new beginnings, potential and growth. A seed contains everything needed for life but requires nurturing and time to reveal its nature, making Hedyn a name of great optimism and quiet promise. The name connects to Wales's agricultural heritage and the cycle of the seasons that has shaped Welsh rural life for millennia.
Heid
“bright honor”
Heid comes from Old Norse 'heidr' meaning brightness, honor, or clear sky. The name evokes radiant clarity and personal distinction, suggesting someone whose character shines with an unclouded integrity. In Norse mythology, Heid was a name associated with the seeress Volva, connecting the name to prophecy and inner illumination.
Hemlock
“Dark and majestic botanical name”
Hemlock is an extraordinarily rare and gothic nature name that occupies the darker end of the botanical name spectrum, appealing to parents who favour unconventional, edgy, or literary choices. Despite its association with the poison used to execute Socrates, the hemlock tree is a beautiful, towering conifer native to North America, offering a more majestic interpretation. It carries a mysterious, brooding quality that would suit a child of strong and independent character.
Henley
“High woodland clearing”
Henley is a preppy, sophisticated surname-name with a quietly aristocratic English feel, evoking the prestigious Henley Royal Regatta and the picturesque Thames Valley town. It works beautifully for both boys and girls and has the relaxed confidence of old-money English names without feeling stuffy or dated. The name is rising in popularity among parents who appreciate place-names and surnames with natural, outdoorsy connotations.
Hennessy
“Descendant of one strength”
Hennessy is a bold, spirited surname-name with Irish Gaelic roots that has crossed into English usage, carrying connotations of strength and vitality. It is best known globally through the Hennessy Cognac brand, which gives the name a touch of luxury and cosmopolitan flair that appeals to modern naming tastes. The name works for both boys and girls and has a lively, musical quality that makes it stand out.
Heping
“Peace and harmony”
Heping (和平) is composed of 'he' (和), meaning harmony or peace, and 'ping' (平), meaning level, calm, or peaceful. Together the name means 'peace and harmony,' one of the most universally cherished virtues in Chinese culture.
Heron
“The patient wading bird”
Heron is a striking nature-inspired name that evokes the graceful, patient grey heron standing at the water's edge, a quintessentially English riverside image. As a given name it is rare and distinctive, appealing to those who appreciate both the natural world and the quietly noble quality the bird represents. It sits comfortably alongside other nature names that have grown in popularity in recent years.
Hexin
“Harmonious and joyful, or heart of the lotus”
Hexin (和欣 or 荷心) can mean 'harmonious and joyful' when written 和欣, combining harmony (和) with joy or delight (欣). Alternatively, written as 荷心 it means 'heart of the lotus,' evoking purity and inner beauty.
Hibiki
“Echo or resonance”
Hibiki means echo, resonance, or reverberation in Japanese, conjuring the image of a sound that travels far and lingers in the air. The name implies lasting impact: a person whose presence and words continue to be felt long after they have spoken. It carries musical connotations, suggesting a voice of great carrying power. Hibiki is a bold, evocative unisex name that stands out for its sense of strength and reach.
Hilal
“Crescent moon”
Hilal comes from the Arabic root meaning crescent moon, specifically the thin sliver of moon visible at the start of each new lunar month. In Islamic tradition, the crescent moon is one of the most recognisable symbols, marking the beginning of Ramadan and other sacred months. The name carries connotations of new beginnings, gentle beauty, and the cyclical renewal of time. Because the crescent is seen as a symbol of hope and promise, Hilal is understood as a name filled with optimistic spiritual resonance. It works equally well for boys and girls across Arabic-speaking and Muslim communities worldwide.
Hilary
“Cheerful and merry”
Hilary is a name with a long history in both male and female usage, though in English-speaking countries it has leaned feminine since the mid-20th century. Its meaning of cheerfulness lends it a bright, optimistic quality, and it is associated with people of sharp intellect and good humour. The spelling Hilary is the traditional English form, while Hillary (with two l's) became widely known through political figures.
Hiranya
“Gold; divine wealth”
Hiranya comes directly from the Sanskrit word for gold or golden, and by extension means wealth, treasure, and prosperity. In Vedic literature, hiranya is one of the most sacred words representing divine wealth and the golden light of the sun.
Hodya
“Praise of God, glory of God”
Hodya is a Hebrew name meaning 'praise of God' or 'majesty of God,' combining 'hod,' meaning splendor, glory, or praise, with 'Yah,' a shortened form of the divine name. It expresses gratitude and reverence toward God.
Hollis
“Dweller by the holly trees”
Hollis is a pleasantly androgynous name that works equally well for boys and girls, though it has trended more feminine in recent decades. It has a natural, earthy quality rooted in the English landscape, evoking woodland settings and the hardy beauty of the holly plant. The name has a quiet confidence and understated elegance that appeals to parents seeking something distinctive yet not unusual.
Honeybourne
“Stream flowing with sweetness”
Honeybourne is an exceptionally rare given name with strong roots in English place-name tradition, most commonly found as a surname. As a first name it carries a distinctly British, rural character evoking countryside landscapes. It would suit parents seeking a deeply unusual name with genuine historical and geographical heritage.
Hoshi
“Star”
Hoshi is the Japanese word for star, written most commonly with the kanji meaning celestial body. Stars hold deep cultural resonance in Japan, representing guidance, aspiration, and the eternal. As a given name, Hoshi is simple yet luminous, connecting a child to the vastness of the night sky and the age-old human habit of looking upward for direction and wonder.
Hotaru
“Firefly”
Hotaru means firefly, the luminous insect that has inspired Japanese poetry and literature for centuries. Firefly-viewing, known as hotaru-gari, is a beloved summer tradition in Japan, with families gathering at riverbanks to watch the insects dance in the dark. The name evokes enchantment, ephemeral beauty, and gentle light in the darkness, carrying a deeply poetic quality cherished in Japanese culture.
Huaming
“Gloriously bright or splendidly luminous”
Huaming (华明 or 花明) combines 'hua' (华 or 花), meaning splendid, glorious, or flower, with 'ming' (明), meaning bright, luminous, or clear. The name suggests radiant brilliance and flowering glory, a person whose light shines clearly for all to see.
Huaqing
“Splendid clarity”
Huaqing joins the character hua, meaning splendid, magnificent, or flowery, with qing, meaning clear, pure, or bright. Together the name conveys the idea of brilliant purity or resplendent clarity. Historically, the name is linked to the Huaqing Pool near Xi'an, a famous hot spring complex that served as an imperial resort during the Tang Dynasty and was closely associated with the legendary beauty Yang Guifei.
Ibuki
“Breathing life”
Ibuki is a Japanese name meaning breath or the act of breathing life, evoking vitality, renewal, and the essential force that animates all living things. It is also the name of Mount Ibuki, a peak on the border of Shiga and Gifu prefectures revered in ancient Japanese poetry, and refers to the Ibuki cypress, a hardy evergreen with deep roots in Japanese landscaping and temple gardens. The name carries the freshness of wind, the constancy of breath, and the quiet strength of something ancient and enduring.
Ihsan
“Excellence, perfection”
Ihsan is an Arabic name meaning excellence, goodness, or doing beautiful deeds. In Islamic theology, ihsan is considered the highest level of faith and worship, defined in a famous hadith as worshipping God as though you see Him, knowing that even if you cannot see Him, He sees you. As a name, Ihsan embodies an aspiration to the highest moral and spiritual standard. It works for any gender and is used across the Muslim world.
Ilham
“Divine inspiration, creative spark”
Ilham derives from the Arabic root l-h-m, meaning inspiration or divine inspiration, referring to the intuitive knowledge or creative spark that is breathed into the soul. It is used for both boys and girls across different cultures.
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