Choosing a baby’s name is often one of the most exciting parts of an expectant couple’s pregnancy journey. It can be super fun and really help make things feel real, but it can also be a bit — or a lot — stressful. There are just so many names to pick from! It can undoubtedly be an overwhelming task for many new parents.
And for those choosing not to find out their baby’s gender until they’re born — or even those who are consciously committed to choosing a gender-neutral name that the child will be comfortable with as they get older — picking out a unisex baby name can be even more challenging.
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Asher
The name Asher isn’t all that common, which is nice, but it also has a really special meaning that applies whether baby is a boy or girl. It’s of Jewish origin and means “fortunate,” “blessed,” or “happy” in Hebrew.
Grey
For parents who like unique names, Grey should definitely be a contender. It’s simple and makes us think of peace and contentedness. But most important, we’re betting your kid will never have the same name as another kid in class…but in a good way.
Aspen
Naming babies after cities is definitely a thing, and if it’s your thing, you should consider the name Aspen. It’s a nice change of pace from names like Brooklyn and London, and has a much calmer, more mellow connotation that we appreciate. It’s of English origin, and it’s related to the Aspen tree. Trees are strong and beautiful… we dig it.
Blaine
The name Blaine kind of gives us ’80s vibes, which we love, and we totally think it could be a new, gender-neutral It name, kind of like James. It’s of Scottish origin, and in the Gaelic language, it means “thin or lean.” But if you care more about a name that sounds good than its meaning, you can overlook that.
Dorian
The name Dorian sounds sophisticated, without seeming too mature for a baby. It’s both pretty and handsome, and while it’s not particuarly meaningful — it means “from Doris” in Greek — it’s a strong name nonetheless.
Jordan
Jordan used to be a much more popular name than it is now, but we say it’s time for a comeback. It’s perfect and powerful, whether your baby is a girl or a boy. It’s of Hebrew origin, meaning to “flow down,” and of course it’s related to the Jordan River.
