100 Rare Baby Names for Boys and Girls with Unique Meanings | Uncommon Baby Name Ideas

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Parenthood isn’t a duty — it’s a precious blessing. Choosing the perfect baby name is a special task that many parents take great care in. While classic names are timeless, some parents want something unique, a name that stands out with meaning and character. 

If you’re looking for rare baby names with unique meanings, this list of 100 rare baby names for boys and girls will give you plenty of inspiration. Each name has a distinct meaning, making it all the more special for your little one.

50 Rare Baby Names for Boys

Aurelio – Latin, meaning "the golden one."

Cassian – Roman, meaning "hollow" or "empty."

Eamon – Irish, meaning "guardian of the riches."

Bodhi – Sanskrit, meaning "awakening" or "enlightenment."

Evander – Greek, meaning "good man" or "strong man."

Leif – Scandinavian, meaning "heir" or "descendant."

Cairo – Arabic, meaning "victorious."

Orson – Latin, meaning "bear cub."

Zephyr – Greek, meaning "west wind."

Finnian – Irish, meaning "fair" or "white."

Aziel – Hebrew, meaning "God is my strength."

Elio – Spanish/Italian, meaning "sun."

Dashiell – French, meaning "from heaven."

Soren – Scandinavian, meaning "stern."

Inigo – Spanish, meaning "fiery."

Jareth – Hebrew, meaning "descendant."

Merrick – Welsh, meaning "fame, power."

Caius – Latin, meaning "rejoice."

Lucian – Latin, meaning "light."

Arlo – Old English, meaning "fortified hill."

Enzo – Italian, meaning "ruler of the home."

Quinlan – Irish, meaning "fit, strong."

Leander – Greek, meaning "lion of a man."

Otto – German, meaning "wealth" or "prosperity."

Aleron – Latin, meaning "winged one."

Thorin – Norse, meaning "brave, daring."

Blaise – French, meaning "to lisp, stammer."

Osiris – Egyptian, meaning "with strong eyesight."

Jago – Spanish, meaning "supplanter."

Ronan – Irish, meaning "little seal."

Tarian – Welsh, meaning "shield."

Evren – Turkish, meaning "cosmos" or "universe."

Zephyrin – Greek, meaning "west wind."

Cypress – English, named after the tree symbolizing strength.

Aksel – Scandinavian, meaning "father of peace."

Malik – Arabic, meaning "king" or "sovereign."

Arvid – Swedish, meaning "eagle tree."

Boaz – Hebrew, meaning "swift" or "strong."

Leocadio – Spanish, meaning "clear, bright."

Rafferty – Irish, meaning "prosperity wielder."

Tobias – Hebrew, meaning "God is good."

Cillian – Irish, meaning "war strife" or "bright-headed."

Valen – Latin, meaning "strong, healthy."

Phineas – Hebrew, meaning "oracle" or "serpent's mouth."

Magnus – Latin, meaning "great."

Simeon – Hebrew, meaning "to hear."

Lysander – Greek, meaning "liberator."

Orion – Greek, meaning "rising in the sky."

Quade – Latin, meaning "son of Uad."

Zaid – Arabic, meaning "growth" or "abundance."

50 Rare Baby Names for Girls

Elowen – Cornish, meaning "elm tree."

Seraphina – Hebrew, meaning "fiery" or "burning one."

Ione – Greek, meaning "violet flower."

Ariadne – Greek, meaning "most holy."

Zephyra – Greek, meaning "west wind."

Liora – Hebrew, meaning "my light."

Elysia – Greek, meaning "from Elysium," a paradise.

Aisling – Irish, meaning "dream" or "vision."

Maris – Latin, meaning "of the sea."

Isolde – Welsh, meaning "ice ruler."

Solene – French, meaning "with solemnity."

Cleo – Greek, meaning "glory."

Calista – Greek, meaning "most beautiful."

Ondine – Latin, meaning "little wave."

Noor – Arabic, meaning "light."

Amara – Sanskrit, meaning "immortal."

Vesper – Latin, meaning "evening star."

Eira – Welsh, meaning "snow."

Rhea – Greek, meaning "flowing."

Sable – Old French, meaning "black."

Azura – Spanish, meaning "sky blue."

Lyra – Greek, meaning "lyre."

Ziva – Hebrew, meaning "radiance" or "brilliance."

Indira – Sanskrit, meaning "beauty" or "splendor."

Arwen – Welsh, meaning "noble maiden."

Gaia – Greek, meaning "earth mother."

Selene – Greek, meaning "moon goddess."

Evangeline – Greek, meaning "bearer of good news."

Odessa – Greek, meaning "wrathful" or "voyage."

Freya – Norse, meaning "noble woman" or "goddess of love."

Astrid – Scandinavian, meaning "divine strength."

Thalassa – Greek, meaning "sea."

Ophelia – Greek, meaning "help."

Esme – French, meaning "beloved."

Fiora – Italian, meaning "flower."

Idalia – Greek, meaning "behold the sun."

Xanthe – Greek, meaning "yellow" or "blonde."

Zelda – German, meaning "gray fighting maid."

Anouk – Dutch, meaning "grace."

Cressida – Greek, meaning "gold."

Odette – French, meaning "wealthy."

Amaris – Hebrew, meaning "given by God."

Zinnia – Latin, named after the zinnia flower.

Mirabel – Latin, meaning "wonderful."

Galadriel – Literary, meaning "maiden crowned with a radiant garland."

Elara – Greek, meaning "shining light."

Priya – Sanskrit, meaning "beloved."

Saga – Norse, meaning "story" or "tale."

Delphine – Greek, meaning "dolphin."

Solara – Latin, meaning "of the sun."

Choosing a baby name isn’t just about finding something beautiful — it’s about choosing a word that will shape identity, carry meaning, and accompany your child throughout their entire life. Rare names have a special charm because they hold uniqueness, depth, and a story that feels personal and intentional.

What matters most is choosing a name that resonates with you — one that reflects your hopes, dreams, and the beautiful journey your child will grow into.

Let this list inspire you as you imagine who your little one will become. Names are gifts, and when chosen with love, they become part of the story your child will carry forever. 💛🌿✨

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