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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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Maurell \ma(u)-re-ll\ as a boy's name is a variant of Maurice (Latin), and the meaning of Maurell is "dark-skinned, Moorish". The baby name Maurell sounds like Merrell, Morell and Morrell. Other similar baby names are Darrell, Durell, Farrell, Harrell, Jarell, Jarrell, Larell, Marzell, Martell, Marcell, Markell, Marvell and Maureo.

Maurene \ma(u)-re-ne\ as a girl's name is a variant of Mary (Latin) and Maureen (Irish, Gaelic), and the meaning of Maurene is "star of the sea". The baby name Maurene sounds like Maurine, Marne, Marine, Marena, Maren, Morene and Myrene. Other similar baby names are Laurene, Aurene, Karene, Laurine, Laurena, Lauren, Laurenne, Marlene, Marcene, Maree, Maurise, Maure, Matrena, Maurie, Mauresa, Maylene and Sarene. View a list of the 2 names that reference Maurene.

Maureo \ma(u)-reo\ as a boy's name is a variant of Maurice (Latin), and the meaning of Maureo is "dark-skinned, Moorish". The baby name Maureo sounds like Mareo, Mauro and Maurio. Other similar baby names are Mabrey, Maceo, Marzo, Marco, Marek, Mario, Marko, Maro, Matteo, Mateo, Maury, Maurus, Maurin, Maurie, Maurell, Murdo and Tauro.

Mauresa \ma(u)-re-sa\ as a girl's name is a variant of Maureen (Irish, Gaelic), and the meaning of Mauresa is "star of the sea". The baby name Mauresa sounds like Maurisa, Marisa, Marysa, Maressa, Mareisa, Mareesa, Maurise and Maurissa. Other similar baby names are Caresa, Marena, Maurita, Maurene, Maure, Maura and Taresa.

Maurianne \ma(u)-rianne, mauri(an)-ne\ as a girl's name is a variant of Maureen (Irish, Gaelic), and the meaning of Maurianne is "star of the sea". The baby name Maurianne sounds like Marianne, Marieanne, Maryanne, Mariane, Marianna, Mariann and Maurine. Other similar baby names are Laurianne, Karianne, Lauriane, Marcianne and Marjanne.

Maurice \ma(u)-ri-ce\ as a boy's name is pronounced maw-REESE. It is of Latin origin, and the meaning of Maurice is "dark-skinned, Moorish". Also possibly an anglicized form of Muirgheas (Irish, Gaelic) "seafarer" and ultimately derive from the Phoenician term "mauharim", meaning "easterner". Roman name introduced to Britain by the Normans and commonly used into the 17th century. Saint Maurus (sixth century) was a French saint. Mauricio is a Spanish form, Mauro is Italian and Portuguese. See also Merrick. Actor Maurice Chevalier, writer Maurice Sendak, composer Maurice Ravel. Maurice has 30 variant forms: Maurell, Maureo, Mauricio, Maurids, Maurie, Maurin, Maurio, Maurise, Maurits, Mauritius, Mauritz, Maurizio, Mauro, Maurus, Maury, Maurycy, Morey, Morice, Moricz, Morino, Moris, Moritz, Moriz, Morrel, Morrey, Morrice, Morrill, Morris, Morriss and Moss. For more information, see also related names Amaury and Seymour. Baby names that sound like Maurice are Marius and Merce. View a list of the 6 names that reference Maurice.

Mauricio \ma(u)-ri-cio\ as a boy's name is a variant of Maurice (Latin), and the meaning of Mauricio is "dark-skinned, Moorish". The baby name Mauricio sounds like Maurizio and Marcio. Other similar baby names are Maurio, Bricio, Curcio, Darcio, Marco, Mariano, Marimo, Marino, Mario, Maurycy, Mauro, Mauritz, Mauritius, Maurits, Maurise, Maurin, Maurie, Maurids, Maureo and Melicio.

Mauricus \ma(u)-ri-cus\ as a boy's name is related to Seymour. The baby name Mauricus sounds like Marcus, Marcos, Markus, Marcas and Marquus. Other similar baby names are Marinus, Marius, Maurice, Maurus, Mauritius, Maurits, Maurids and Mauricio.

Maurids \ma(u)-ri-ds\ as a boy's name is a variant of Maurice (Latin), and the meaning of Maurids is "dark-skinned, Moorish". The baby name Maurids sounds like Maurits and Mauritz. Other similar baby names are Laurits, Marius, Maurus and Maurise.

Maurie \ma(u)-rie\ as a girl's name (also used as boy's name Maurie), is a variant of Maureen (Irish, Gaelic), and the meaning of Maurie is "star of the sea". The baby name Maurie sounds like Marie and Maure. Other similar baby names are Laurie, Maurise, Maurine and Maudie.

Maurin \ma(u)-rin\ as a boy's name is a variant of Maurice (Latin), and the meaning of Maurin is "dark-skinned, Moorish". The baby name Maurin sounds like Marino, Marion and Marwin. Other similar baby names are Maurio and Maurie.

Maurine \ma(u)-ri-ne\ as a girl's name is a variant of Mary (Latin) and Maureen (Irish, Gaelic), and the meaning of Maurine is "star of the sea". The baby name Maurine sounds like Marine and Maurene. Other similar baby names are Laurine, Maurise and Maurie. View a list of the 2 names that reference Maurine.

Maurio \ma(u)-rio\ as a boy's name is a variant of Maurice (Latin), and the meaning of Maurio is "dark-skinned, Moorish". The baby name Maurio sounds like Mario, Mauro, Maurie and Maureo. Other similar baby names are Maurin, Dario, Laurie, Macerio, Makario, Macario, Marzo, Marcio, Marco, Marik, Mareo, Marimo, Marino, Marion, Marko, Maro, Maury, Maurus, Maurizio, Maurise, Mauricio, Morio, Murdo and Tauro.

Maurisa \ma(u)-ri-sa\ as a girl's name is a variant of Maureen (Irish, Gaelic), and the meaning of Maurisa is "star of the sea". The baby name Maurisa sounds like Marisa, Maurise, Maurissa and Mauresa. Other similar baby names are Maurita, Karisa, Carrisa, Carisa, Karrisa, Maris, Larisa, Macarisa, Marita, Maria, Mayria, Marika, Mariska, Marina, Marris, Marissa, Marise, Morisa, Marysa, Mareisa, Marrissa, Mariza, Marisha, Marlisa, Maurizia, Maurine, Maura, Maritsa, Maurie, Maisa and Parisa.

Maurise \ma(u)-ri-se\ as a girl's name (also used as boy's name Maurise), is a variant of Mary (Latin) and Maureen (Irish, Gaelic), and the meaning of Maurise is "star of the sea". The baby name Maurise sounds like Marise and Maurisa. Other similar baby names are Maurine and Maurie. View a list of the 2 names that reference Maurise.

Maurissa \ma(u)-rissa, maur(is)-sa\ as a girl's name is a variant of Maureen (Irish, Gaelic), and the meaning of Maurissa is "star of the sea". The baby name Maurissa sounds like Marissa, Marrissa and Maurisa. Other similar baby names are Carissa, Karissa, Carrissa, Darissa, Larissa, Mariska, Marisse, Marisa, Maressa, Morissa, Merissa, Maryssa, Marisha, Marlissa, Maurizia, Maurita, Maurise, Maritsa, Mauresa, Mallissa, Malissa, Narissa and Parissa.

Maurita \ma(u)-ri-ta\ as a girl's name is a variant of Mary (Latin) and Maureen (Irish, Gaelic), and the meaning of Maurita is "star of the sea". The baby name Maurita sounds like Marita, Marit, Martta, Marta and Marhta. Other similar baby names are Laurita and Maurisa. View a list of the 2 names that reference Maurita.

Mauritius \ma(u)-ri-tius\ as a boy's name is a variant of Maurice (Latin), and the meaning of Mauritius is "dark-skinned, Moorish". The baby name Mauritius sounds like Maurits, Mauritz and Maurids. Other similar baby names are Laurits, Marianus, Marinus, Marius, Martinus, Maurus, Maurizio and Mauricio.

Maurits \ma(u)-ri-ts\ as a boy's name is a variant of Maurice (Latin), and the meaning of Maurits is "dark-skinned, Moorish". The baby name Maurits sounds like Mauritz and Maurids. Other similar baby names are Laurits, Lauritz, Marius, Maurus, Mauritius and Maurise.

Mauritz \ma(u)-ri-tz\ as a boy's name is a variant of Maurice (Latin), and the meaning of Mauritz is "dark-skinned, Moorish". The baby name Mauritz sounds like Maurits, Moritz and Maurids. Other similar baby names are Lauritz, Laurits and Maurise.

Maurizia \ma(u)-ri-zia\ as a girl's name is a variant of Mary (Latin) and Maureen (Irish, Gaelic), and the meaning of Maurizia is "star of the sea". The baby name Maurizia sounds like Mariza, Maricia, Maurissa and Maurisa. Other similar baby names are Maurita, Madzia, Maizie, Marcia, Martia, Marsia, Marita, Marilisa, Maria, Mayria, Marika, Mariana, Marilla, Mariela, Mariska, Marilis, Marina, Marinna, Marissa, Marisa, Marysia, Marrissa, Maritza, Marisha, Markia, Marnia, Maurise, Maurine, Maura, Maritsa, Maurie and Mauresa. View a list of the 2 names that reference Maurizia.

Maurizio \ma(u)-ri-zio\ as a boy's name is a variant of Maurice (Latin), and the meaning of Maurizio is "dark-skinned, Moorish". The baby name Maurizio sounds like Mauricio, Marzo, Marcio and Maurise. Other similar baby names are Maurio, Brizio, Mariano, Marimo, Marino, Mario, Mauro, Mauritz, Mauritius, Maurits, Maurin, Maurie, Maurids and Maureo.

Mauro \ma(u)-ro\ as a boy's name is a variant of Maurice (Latin), and the meaning of Mauro is "dark-skinned, Moorish". The baby name Mauro sounds like Maro, Maury, Maurio and Maureo. Other similar baby names are Tauro, Aaro, Cairo, Hairo, Darro, Faro, Jairo, Mabry, Maceo, Mano, Mar-, Marc, Mark, Marzo, Marco, Mareo, Mario, Marq, Marko, Marom, Marr, Mar, Mars, Mart, Mateo, Maurus, Maurin, Maurie, Mayo, Munro, Monro, Murdo and Taro.

Maurus \ma(u)-rus\ as a boy's name is a variant of Maurice (Latin), and the meaning of Maurus is "dark-skinned, Moorish". The baby name Maurus sounds like Marius, Mars and Maurise. Other similar baby names are Taurus, Jairus, Manus, Magus, Marcus, Markus, Mateus, Maury, Mauro, Maurits, Maurio, Maurin, Maurie, Maurids and Maureo.

Maury \ma(u)-ry\ as a boy's name is a variant of Maurice (Latin), and the meaning of Maury is "dark-skinned, Moorish". The baby name Maury sounds like Mauro, Mar-, Maro, Marr, Mar, Maurio, Maurie, Maureo, Morry and Murry. Other similar baby names are Mabry, Lary, Amaury, Barry, Camry, Cary, Manny, Darry, Gary, Garry, Harry, Jary, Larry, Lawry, Maybury, Mabrey, Macey, Macy, Maddy, Makary, Malory, Marc, Mark, Marq, Marly, Mars, Marty, Mart, Matty, Maurycy, Maurus, Maurin, Parry, Tauro and Yury.

Maurycy \ma(u)-ry-cy\ as a boy's name is a variant of Maurice (Latin), and the meaning of Maurycy is "dark-skinned, Moorish". The baby name Maurycy sounds like Maurus, Maurise and Mauricio. Other similar baby names are Maury, Darcy, Macy, Marc, March, Marco, Markey, Marley, Marly, Marty, Mauro, Mauritz, Maurits, Maurio, Maurin, Maurie, Maurids, Maureo, Maurell, Murphy, Murfey, Murray, Murry and Murrey.

Mauve \ma(u)-ve\ as a girl's name is of French origin, and the meaning of Mauve is "mallow plant". The petals of the mallow are purple, hence the use of "mauve" as a color. Mauve has 1 variant form: Malva. Baby names that sound like Mauve are Mave and Maeve.

Mave \m(a)-ve\ as a girl's name is a variant of Mab (Irish, Gaelic, Welsh), and the meaning of Mave is "joy, hilarity, baby". The baby name Mave sounds like Meave, Maeve and Mauve. Other similar baby names are Mame, Mare, Marve, Maye and Mae.

Maveena \m(a)-vee-na\ as a girl's name is a variant of Malvina (English), and the meaning of Maveena is "smooth brow". The baby name Maveena sounds like Mavina. Other similar baby names are Mareena, Daveen, Lavena, Malena, Madena, Maydena, Makena, Makenna, Marena, Mareina, Mareen, Meena, Meleena, Mileena, Ravenna and Ravena.

Maverick \m(a)-veri-ck, mav(e)-rick\ as a boy's name is pronounced MAV-rick. It is of American origin, and the meaning of Maverick is "an independent man who avoids conformity". A 19th-century American named Maverick refused to brand his calves as other ranchers did, his name has since then been used in common language. Maverick has 1 variant form: Mavrick.

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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.