When we think about potential baby names for our kids, sometimes, what inspires us the most is what we love … and for a lot of us, that's all things Disney. Growing up with Disney movies and the characters has made lifelong fans out of many of us who are now grownups, so it makes sense that a Disney-inspired baby name might be on the table — and even parents who are looking for a name that's gender neutral have plenty of choices to pick from.
There are a lot of reasons to go for a gender neutral baby name: It won't force any stereotypes on the child, and there won't be any gender bias when they're applying for jobs in the future, along with other reasons. There are also a lot of reasons to inject a little Disney magic into the baby name decision, too. Who wouldn't want to live happily ever after?
Here are all of the best gender neutral Disney baby names. Whether there's a little Lilo or a mini Mickey on the way, the perfect baby name might just be on this list for baby-to-be.
DASH
Dash is the name of the oldest son in The Incredibles, and by his name, it goes without saying that his superpower is being fast. Even though he's a boy in the movie, this name could also work for a girl. Dash is also short for Dashiell, which could totally work, too.
LILO
One of the most beloved movies in Disney history is Lilo & Stitch, so why not also recognize how adorable the name Lilo is? It can be used for either gender, and it's short and easy to pronounce (and, even better, easy for a little one to learn how to spell and write).
COCO
Yes, Coco itself is one of the many Pixar movies that totally ripped our hearts out and made us cry, but the movie also offers up a bit of inspiration for a cute name for a baby boy or girl.
MAUI
Any Moana fans in the house? In the movie, Maui — who is voiced by Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson — is the demigod of the wind and sea. At first, he seems mean, but we quickly learn that he's actually a pretty loyal friend (and funny, too).
NAVEEN
Naveen is the name of the prince Tiana falls in love with in Princess and the Frog, though he spends most of the movie in his amphibian form. But him being a prince in the movie doesn't mean this isn't also a totally suitable name for a princess, too.
RAY
While we're on the topic of Princess and the Frog, here's another character from the movie whose name would be great for a boy or a girl. Ray is the name of the firefly who helps Tiana and Naveen find Mama Odie, and he also happens to be a hopeless romantic.
KENAI
Kenai is the name of one of the youngest of the three brothers in Brother Bear. At first, he hated bears and wanted to prove himself as a warrior, but he ended up learning a lot of lessons along the way.
MAX
Max is the name of Goofy's son in A Goofy Movie, and he's a teenager who's way too cool for his dad (or so he thinks). There are plenty of boys and girls out there named Max, and it's a pretty adorable name, even without the Disney ties.
MICKEY
What better honor for a Disney fan than to name their child after the mouse himself? Though Mickey Mouse is obviously a boy, the name totally works for a male or a female.
PEPPER
Fans of One Hundred and One Dalmatians (and dogs in general) might like this name! Pepper was one of Pongo and Perdita's original puppies, and it would be too adorable to name a boy or a girl after this pup.
TADASHI
Tadashi's story in Big Hero 6 came to a heartbreaking end, but he's still managed to be a beloved Disney character even though he definitely didn't get the fate he deserved. Tadashi would make an adorable name for a boy or a girl, especially if mom and dad really love Baymax.
ROBIN
This name could be in reference to Robin Hood himself or even Christopher Robin from The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh — it's up to us to decide! Robin has long been a gender neutral name, though, and thanks to Disney, it also has a magical flair.
TOBY
Looking for the name of a Disney dog to bestow upon a child? Try out Toby. He was the Basset Hound from The Great Mouse Detective, and he helps Sherlock Holmes solve mysteries. Perfect for any Disney loving crime fan!
SARABI
This name will sound familiar to fans of The Lion King. Sarabi is the name of the lion who was queen of the Pride Lands — she was Mufasa's wife and Simba's mom, but this name could definitely work for a courageous little boy, too.
AKELA
Here's a pretty deep cut, as far as Disney characters go. Akela was a character in The Jungle Book, and the leader of the wolves who adopted Mowgli as their own. He was male in the movie, but his name could definitely work for a baby girl.
RAJAH
Rajah was Jasmine's tiger in Aladdin — the sweet, snuggly pet who belonged to the princess but also was very protective of her. Rajah could also be the name of a sweet little baby boy or girl, especially if mom and dad love cats.
PERCY
Add another possible name from the Disney pets category! Percy was the name of the dog from Pocahontas. He belonged to Governor Ratcliffe and insisted on a life of luxury … which is something a lot of babies tend to do.
TOULOUSE
This one is for fans of The Aristocats out there! Toulouse is the name of the mischievous orange kitten from the movie. Since they're from France, of course this little guy's name is French, too.
BRIAR
Briar comes from Briar Rose — Princess Aurora's real name in Sleeping Beauty. For those who love the movie, all things nature, or Disney in general, Briar is a great name for a baby boy or girl.
REMY
Remy is the adorable rat from Ratatouille who dreams of becoming a chef someday. In the movie, Remy is a boy, but this name would be absolutely adorable for a girl, too … especially if she's growing up with parents who do truly believe anyone can cook.
