Baby Name Generator
Generate random baby names with filters for gender, cultural origin and starting letter.
How to Use the Baby Name Generator
Discover the perfect baby name with filters for gender, origin and starting letter. Each name includes its meaning and cultural origin.
- Choose a gender — filter for boy names, girl names, gender-neutral names, or browse all names.
- Select an origin — choose from 12 cultural origins including English, Spanish, Japanese, Arabic, Indian, French, Italian, German, Chinese, Korean, African and Irish.
- Pick a starting letter — optionally filter names by their first letter.
- Set how many names to show — choose between 5, 10, 15 or 20 results.
- Click "Generate Names" — the tool randomly selects from its database matching your filters. Click again for a fresh set.
Each result shows the name, its gender classification, cultural origin and meaning. The names are shuffled each time so you always get a different selection.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many names are in the database?
The generator includes over 130 names across 12 cultural origins, with a mix of boy names, girl names and gender-neutral names. Names are curated from popular and traditional naming traditions worldwide.
Are the name meanings accurate?
Name meanings are sourced from established etymological references. However, many names have multiple meanings across different cultures and time periods. The meanings shown represent the most commonly accepted interpretation.
What are gender-neutral names?
Gender-neutral (unisex) names are used for both boys and girls. Examples include Riley, Avery, Quinn, Morgan, Rowan and Kiran. Their popularity for each gender may vary by region and culture.
Can I generate names from multiple origins?
Currently you can filter by one origin at a time, or select "Any Origin" to see names from all cultures. Click "Generate Names" multiple times to see different combinations.
How are the names selected?
After applying your filters, the matching names are randomly shuffled using a Fisher-Yates algorithm, then the top results are displayed. This means you get a genuinely random selection each time you click generate.
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