30 nature-inspired baby names and their wonderful meanings

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by Samantha Ball |
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With spring upon us and summer on the horizon, the world is truly showing its beautiful side of nature. What better way to celebrate the scenic landscapes, gorgeous plants and our favourite seasons than nature-inspired baby names? These gorgeous names are set to be hugefor babies in 2023.

We've made a list of 30 nature boy names and nature girl baby names, some classic and others unique, that are all inspired by the wonderful surroundings of the great outdoors, from the smallest shrub to the never-ending blue skies.

30 nature-inspired baby names:

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Nature inspired baby names

Amber1 of 30

1) Amber

A British name that became a popular fossilized jewel in the 19th century.

Ash2 of 30

2) Ash

The origin comes from "ash tree" and be be a charming nickname for Asher, Ashley or Ashton.

Autumn3 of 30

3) Autumn

The most popular seasonal name now, Autumn is unique yet timeless and is a perfect nature-inspired name.

ASpen4 of 30

4) Aspen

This name suits any baby but is a preferred boys name. It's an easy name that comes from the Aspen tree and means "one who is like mother earth".

Birdie5 of 30

5) Birdie

The English and Swedish origin meaning "bird" and a chirpy name for a little girl. It can always be spelt 'Birdy'.

Blaze6 of 30

6) Blaze

Daring and fierce, this name means "one who stutters" and is also a symbol for ambition.

Blossom7 of 30

7) Blossom

A beautiful cluster of flowers that means "to bloom" or "to grow in all it's glory", this name is gorgeous for a little girl.

Bryn8 of 30

8) Bryn

Welsh for "hill" this name can also be spelt 'Brin' and is lovely for a little boy.

Calla9 of 30

9) Calla

A gorgeous flower and girls name with the Greek meaning "beautiful".

kai10 of 30

10) Kai

The Hawaiian origin of the name Kai is "sea". Popular for girls and boys, the name is strong and is also Japanese for "forgiveness".

Fluer11 of 30

11) Fleur

A delicate girls name of French origin meaning "flower".

Kunal12 of 30

12) Kunal

This unique boys name is certainly different but a beautiful nature-inspired name. Meaning "lotus" in Sanskrit the name Kunal also means "someone who sees beauty in everything".

hazel13 of 30

13) Hazel

Inspired by the hazelnut tree and an English word for the colour brown, this simple name is cute and cheerful.

Lee14 of 30

14) Lee

A simple name that you might not think is nature-inspired, but the English origin meaning is "pasture, meadow".

Maple15 of 30

15) Maple

Inspired by the maple tree, the name sounds attractive as the vibrant tree it takes inspiriation from.

Oliver16 of 30

16) Oliver

It takes its name from Latin meaning "olive tree" and it can also be changd to 'Olive' for a girl. The name symbolises peace.

Meadow17 of 30

17) Meadow

Meadow is a name that reflects nature perfectly with the grass, trees and wildflowers that all thrive there. It's also a traditional English name.

Pierce18 of 30

18) Pierce

A strong, charming name that isn't too unique or too common. It takes its name from "Peter" which means stone.

Neva19 of 30

19) Neva

This name sounds pure and has a Spanish origin of "white snow". Neva is a beautiful name for a baby girl.

Reed20 of 30

20) Reed

The name literally means nature, so what could be more perfect for a nature-inspired baby boys name?

Ocean21 of 30

21) Ocean

Who doesn't love a beautiful ocean? The name itself is strong and daring, but to make it a little different you can also spell it "Oceane" or "Oceana".

Ren22 of 30

22) Ren

Meaning "waterlily" this name can also be spelt 'Wren' which takes its name from the bird.

Posy23 of 30

23) Posy

This sweet name would be lovely for a little girl, meaning "bunch of flowers" what would be more beautiful for your little bundle of joy?

Rowan24 of 30

24) Rowan

A tree full of red berries, this name comes from the rowan tree. Although it's usually a boys name, it suits little boys and girls.

Sage25 of 30

25) Sage

While sage is a herb with amazing health benefits, it's nature-inspired name means "wise one" and is a simple, beautiful name for a little girl.

Sorrel26 of 30

26) Sorrel

The name Sorrel sounds gentle and autumnal which takes its name from French meaning "reddish brown".

Savannah27 of 30

27) Savannah

Savannah is of Spanish origin meaning "treeless plain" and practically represents the wilderness. It's a lovely name for a little girl and could be shortened to "Sava" as a cute nickname.

West28 of 30

28) West

Although the name isn't quite nature-inspired we love have natural and quirky it is for a little boy and is a popular name.

Sky29 of 30

29) Sky

An endless, beautiful name just like the sky itself. There are alternate spellings for the name such as "Skye", but it would be perfect for your little girl.

William30 of 30

30) William

This name doesn't sound nature-inspired but sweet William grows in beautiful, colourful clusters. It's also a royal name with the meaning "resolute protection".

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