Bird Names

Subtle but clear unisex way to signal peace, especially in middle place.

Solemn but soaring name with patriotic symbolism.

This Biblical bird name, a variant of Ephron, suddenly feels like it could be usable thanks to actor Zac Efron. However, in reality, few if any parents seem to be using it yet.

Bird name possibility, rarer than Lark and Wren but with the same short, punchy feel.

One of the surname names used more in the last century, à la Milton and Morton.

A bird name that could be thought of as an animated spin on Garrett.

Griffin is one of the newer and most appealing of the two-syllable Celtic surnames. In English, griffin is the name of a mythological creature, half eagle, half lion. It re-entered the list in 1983 after an absence of 75+ years.

This highly unusual name -- the Halycyone was a mythic bird who could calm the seas -- conjures up images of utter peace and tranquility because of the phrase "Halycon days"...and the sleeping pill.

Heaven, Peace, Serenity: parents seem especially attracted to word names that signal paradise, but Halcyon sounds quite feminine, and might conjure up the sleeping pill Halcion.

Animal names are on the rise, especially more of the aggressive Hawk-Fox-Wolf variety than cute little Bunnys or Robins, and Hawk is a prime example.

Hen is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Hebrew, it means "grace" or "charm," conveying beauty and elegance. It's also found as a diminutive form of Henrietta or similar names in some European cultures. In Chinese, different characters pronounced as Hen can have various meanings. The name's brevity gives it a modern, minimalist appeal while its cross-cultural presence offers versatility. Though uncommon as a standalone name in many Western countries, its simplicity aligns with the trend toward short, distinctive names. Hen's compact form belies its rich meaning, particularly in Hebrew contexts where it represents an admired quality of graceful behavior and appearance.

Heron may feel like a very usable nature name -- the heron is a long-legged wading bird -- but it was also the name of a 1st century Greek inventor and of an Egyptian saint. Highly unusual yet easy to understand and meaningful on several levels, Heron is a fantastic choice.

Sounds like Horace, looks like the head of a hawk on the body of a human.