Baby Name Generator

How It Works

Choosing a name is one of the first big decisions for a new baby, and a little inspiration goes a long way. This generator draws from a curated list of 200 well-known names — 80 boys' names, 80 girls' names, and 40 unisex names that work beautifully for either. Every name is a real, established name you will recognize, drawn at random with your browser's secure random source, so each batch is a fresh surprise.

You can narrow the ideas by category and by starting letter — useful when you want a name that pairs with a sibling's, or one that starts with the same letter as your surname. Tap the star next to any name to save it to your favorites, and your shortlist stays on screen while you generate more ideas.

Worked Example

Expecting parents want a girls' name starting with E. They choose Girls and the letter E, then click Generate Names. One batch showed Ella, Eleanor, Emily, Emilia, Elena, Eva, Eliza, Everly and Emma — nine real names to consider. They starred Eleanor and Eliza, then generated another batch for more options, and their favorites stayed saved at the bottom of the results.

How to Use This Tool

Pick a category — all names, boys', girls', or unisex — and optionally a starting letter, then choose how many ideas you want and click Generate Names. Tap the star beside any name to add it to your favorites, and tap the × on a favorite to remove it. Your favorites are saved in your browser, so they are still there when you come back later.

Tips and Practical Advice

Say the full name out loud before you commit — first name, middle name, and surname together — because a name that looks lovely on paper can sound awkward spoken. Check the initials too, and think about nicknames: a long name will almost certainly be shortened by friends, so make sure you like the short version as well. And if you are torn between two favorites, try each one for a day and see which feels right when you say it to your bump or your baby.