13 Unique Baby Names That Aren't Weird and Flaky

Screw tradition. You want to name your darling baby boy or girl something that’s a bit more unique and cool. Still, you don’t want to choose something that’s too far out. Here, 13 unique baby names to go ahead and steal.

1. KAI

For a boy

Meaning: “The sea.” Bonus points if he’s into whales.

2. SAFFRON

For a girl

Meaning: “Yellow flower.”

3. WAVERLY

For a girl

Meaning: “From the quaking aspen tree meadow.” (No, it’s not on Google Maps.)

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4. AXEL

For a boy

Meaning: This means “Father of Peace.” Also, giver of sweet smiles.

5. BIRDIE

For a girl

Meaning: “Little bird” or “bird-like.”

6. REX

For a boy

Meaning: “Mighty counselor-ruler.” Damn, that’s impressive.

7. CLEMENTINE

For a girl

Meaning: “Mild” or “merciful.” Except when she gets hangry.

8. DAX

For a boy

Meaning: “Water.”

9. GEMMA

For a girl

Meaning: “Jewel” or “gem.” (But in lieu of jewels, she’s A-OK with flowers.)

10. GIDEON

For a boy

Meaning: “Destroyer.” And conqueror of the playground.

11. MERRITT

For a boy

Meaning: “Little famous one.”

12. LUMA

For a girl

Meaning: “Sunset.” Also, lover of sequins.

13. GOLDIE

For a girl

Meaning: “Gilded.”