Wonderful Word Names for Babies

If you like such uplifting New Age word names as Peace and Justice, the evocative and pretty Imagine should definitely be on your short list.

A big, bold, ultra-rare virtue name. Could it follow in the footsteps of Justice and Liberty?

Undoubtedly there's a parent out there who sees this as the ultimate cool name. It's anything but.

Trey or Trip or even Deuce, yes; Deux is tougher.

The singular version sounds more contemporary.

Modern respelling of Rainbow

A fast-rising word name, along with its more popular siblings Legend and Legacy.

An unusual kind of place-name, going beyond a country, state, or city, it was used by actress Elisabeth Shue as a middle name for her daughter Stella.

Unisex word and surname with an upbeat feel and a possible future as a more distinctive substitute for Grace or Page.

Better than Synergy.

Forever still feels more like a sentiment than a name, and rather feminine at that.

Perhaps too spicy for some, but this is a popular Gaelic surname that might appeal for those looking to honor a family branch or to fans of legendary British comedian Tim Curry.

In literary circles, this name will be immediately recognized as a reference to the poetic stanza; outside such circles, this name may cause confusion for names like Coltrane or Cobain.

Often used in connection with poetry, Imagery has potential as an unusual name. Perhaps you'll get a daydreamer with this one.

Integrity may be an outstanding quality, but Honor or True may work better as names.

Sure it makes a big statement, but if you can call your child Wren, Robin or Falcon, why not also Hummingbird? This pint-sized jewel of a bird is a lovely connotation for the baby that's full of energy and spirit.

Full-hearted new virtue choice, though five syllables is a lot to handle.

Inspiration might inspire some as a middle name choice.

The virtue. Or the Starship.

Cool, musical modern choice, especially as a middle name.