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Baby Name Generator

Trying to find the perfect name? Get inspiration and name ideas from our tool below to get unique baby girl names or baby boy names.

Finding the right name to suit your little bundle of joy can be tricky. You can use our tool to search for a baby name by simply choosing the gender you're after (or gender neutral if you don't know yet), or select a name based on origin. Once you have found a few names you like add them to your profile, then as time goes on, you can come back and whittle it down until you're left with that perfect one!

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Abla \a-bla, ab-la\ as a girl's name. The baby name Abla sounds like Abila, Abelia, Abella and Abiela. Other similar baby names are Abia, Abba, Abra, Aila, Alla, Ala, Arla and Ayla.

Able \a-ble, ab-le\ as a boy's name is a variant of Abel (Hebrew), and the meaning of Able is "breath, vapour". The baby name Able sounds like Abele, Abell, Abiel and Abyel. Other similar baby names are Abbe, Abe and Abie. View a list of the 3 names that reference Able.

Abna \a-bna, ab-na\ as a boy's name is a variant of Abner (Hebrew), and the meaning of Abna is "father of light". The baby name Abna sounds like Aubin, Auben, Auban, Eben and Eban. Other similar baby names are Abba, Abda, Abia and Abnar.

Abnar \a-bnar, ab-nar\ as a boy's name is a variant of Abner (Hebrew), and the meaning of Abnar is "father of light". The baby name Abnar sounds like Abnor and Ebner. Other similar baby names are Abna, Abir, Abeer, Avner and Bonar.

Abner \a-bner, ab-ner\ as a boy's name is pronounced AB-ner. It is of Hebrew origin, and the meaning of Abner is "father of light". Biblical: King Saul of Israel's army chief, a valiant warrior and clever strategist. The name came into prominence in the late 16th century, but has become uncommon in this century, and is now mostly associated with Al Capp's comic strip "Li'l Abner". The name has a masculine, uncompromising air. Inventer of baseball Abner Doubleday. Abner has 13 variant forms: Ab, Abbey, Abbie, Abby, Abe, Abna, Abnar, Abnor, Avner, Eb, Ebbie, Ebby and Ebner. View a list of the 4 names that reference Abner.

Abnor \a-bnor, ab-nor\ as a boy's name is a variant of Abner (Hebrew), and the meaning of Abnor is "father of light". The baby name Abnor sounds like Abnar and Ebner. Other similar baby names are Abir, Abeer, Avner and Abna.

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Frequently asked questions about baby names

How to pick a baby boy name?

When choosing a baby boy's name, consider family heritage, cultural significance, and personal meaning. Explore names with positive associations and consider how they sound with your surname. It's important to select a name that resonates with you and your family. Try our male name generator above for name ideas for your little boy.
 

How to pick a unique baby girl name?

Consider your family history, cultural significance, or personal meaning when selecting a name for a girl. Names with positive associations and how they complement the family surname are also considerations. Choose a name that holds special significance for you and your family and try our female name generator above for inspiration.

How do I give my child a unique name?

To give your child a unique baby girl name, or unique baby boy name, consider exploring cultural influences, literature, or nature for inspiration. You can also modify traditional names, combine different names, or choose a different spelling. Having a unique name can help your child stand out on a list, however it’s not always smooth sailing for them, especially if they are constantly having to pronounce or spell their name throughout life. It's important to ensure that the name is meaningful and resonates with you and your family.

What to avoid when choosing a baby name?

When choosing your baby’s name it’s important to remember they are the ones who live with this their whole life.  Consider avoiding names with negative associations, difficult spellings, or have potential for teasing (kids can be ruthless at school!).  Consider the significance of initials, cultural sensitivities and the name’s compatibility with your surname.

Can I name my baby anything I want?

In most instances, parents have the freedom to choose their baby's name. However, it's important to be mindful of legal regulations, cultural sensitivities, and the potential impact of the chosen name on your child's future. Consider the long-term implications and seek input from family members for name ideas before finalising a name.
 

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