Screw tradition. You want to name your darling baby boy or girl something that’s a bit more unique and cool. Still, you don’t want to choose something that’s too far out. Here, 13 unique baby names to go ahead and steal.
13 Unique Baby Names That Aren't Weird and Flaky
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Published Mar 17, 2016
1. KAI
For a boy
Meaning: “The sea.” Bonus points if he’s into whales.
2. SAFFRON
For a girl
Meaning: “Yellow flower.”
3. WAVERLY
For a girl
Meaning: “From the quaking aspen tree meadow.” (No, it’s not on Google Maps.)
4. AXEL
For a boy
Meaning: This means “Father of Peace.” Also, giver of sweet smiles.
5. BIRDIE
For a girl
Meaning: “Little bird” or “bird-like.”
6. REX
For a boy
Meaning: “Mighty counselor-ruler.” Damn, that’s impressive.
7. CLEMENTINE
For a girl
Meaning: “Mild” or “merciful.” Except when she gets hangry.
8. DAX
For a boy
Meaning: “Water.”
9. GEMMA
For a girl
Meaning: “Jewel” or “gem.” (But in lieu of jewels, she’s A-OK with flowers.)
10. GIDEON
For a boy
Meaning: “Destroyer.” And conqueror of the playground.
11. MERRITT
For a boy
Meaning: “Little famous one.”
12. LUMA
For a girl
Meaning: “Sunset.” Also, lover of sequins.
13. GOLDIE
For a girl
Meaning: “Gilded.”
