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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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Pelham \p(e)-lham, pel-ham\ as a boy's name is of Old English origin, and the meaning of Pelham is "Peola's home". Place name derived from "Peola ham". Pelham has 1 variant form: Pellam. Baby names that sound like Pelham are Bellamy and Belamy.

Pelia \p(e)-lia\ as a girl's name is of Hebrew origin, and the meaning of Pelia is "marvel of God". Pelia has 1 variant form: Peliah. Baby names that sound like Pelia are Belia and Pella.

Peliah \p(e)-liah\ as a girl's name is a variant of Pelia (Hebrew), and the meaning of Peliah is "marvel of God". The baby name Peliah sounds like Belia and Pella. Other similar baby names are Alliah, Aliah, Melia, Delia, Selia, Celia, Nelia, Daliah, Giliah, Helia, Laliah, Lelia, Lelah, Phelia, Perah, Pelipa, Taliah and Zelia.

Pelike \p(e)-li-ke\ as a boy's name. The baby name Pelike sounds like Blake, Black, Pollock, Polloch and Pollack. Other similar baby names are Felike, Pike and Zelik.

Pelipa \p(e)-li-pa\ as a girl's name is a variant of Philippa (Greek), and the meaning of Pelipa is "horse lover". The baby name Pelipa sounds like Pelippa. Other similar baby names are Pelia and Felipa.

Pelippa \p(e)-lippa, pel(ip)-pa\ as a girl's name is a variant of Philippa (Greek), and the meaning of Pelippa is "horse lover". The baby name Pelippa sounds like Pelipa. Other similar baby names are Filippa, Pelia, Pippa and Felipa.

Pell \p(e)-ll\ as a boy's name is of Middle English origin, and the meaning of Pell is "skin, parchment". Possibly an occupational name indicating an ancestor who was a clerk. Pell has 1 variant form: Pall. Baby names that sound like Pell are Bell, Poll, Peall, Peal and Peel. View a list of the 3 names that reference Pell.

Pella \p(el)-la\ as a girl's name is a variant of Petra (Greek), and the meaning of Pella is "rock". The baby name Pella sounds like Bella and Pelia. Other similar baby names are Della, Nella, Hella, Mella, Perla and Rella.

Pellagia \p(e)-lla-gia\ as a girl's name is a variant of Pelagia (Greek), and the meaning of Pellagia is "of the sea". The baby name Pellagia sounds like Pelagie and Pelageia. Other similar baby names are Palladia, Paladia, Pelageya, Pelage, Pelia and Pella.

Pellam \p(el)-lam\ as a boy's name is a variant of Pelham (Old English), and the meaning of Pellam is "Peola's home". The baby name Pellam sounds like Bellamy, Bellemy, Bellamie, Bellamey and Belamy. Other similar baby names are Hallam and Pell.

Peloma \p(e)-lo-ma\ as a girl's name is a variant of Paloma (Latin), and the meaning of Peloma is "dove". The baby name Peloma sounds like Palma, Pallma and Palloma. Other similar baby names are Aloma, Zelma, Selma, Delma, Helima, Helma, Pelia, Pella, Pelipa, Soloma, Saloma, Selima, Sellma, Telma, Velma, Vellma and Zelima.

Pembroke \p(e)-mbro-ke, pem(b)-roke\ as a boy's name is of Celtic origin, and the meaning of Pembroke is "bluff, headland". Place name. Pembroke has 1 variant form: Pembrook.

Pembrook \p(e)-mb-rook\ as a boy's name is a variant of Pembroke (Celtic), and the meaning of Pembrook is "bluff, headland". A similar baby name is Seabrook.

Pen \pen\ as a girl's name (also used as boy's name Pen), is a variant of Penelope (Greek), and the meaning of Pen is "weaver". The baby name Pen sounds like Bena, Penny, Penna, Penee and Peony. Other similar baby names are Jen, Peg and Pet. View a list of the 4 names that reference Pen.

Pendleton \p(e)-ndle-ton, pen(d)-leton\ as a boy's name is of Old English origin, and the meaning of Pendleton is "overhanging settlement". Place name that may refer to a town on a clifftop. Actor Austin Pendleton. Baby names that sound like Pendleton are Bentley, Bentlee and Bentlea.

Pendo \p(e)-ndo, pen-do\ as a boy's name. The baby name Pendo sounds like Bent, Bennt, Benito, Benet and Bond. Other similar baby names are Nando, Pino, Lando, Lindo, Penly, Penn, Pen and Renado.

Penee \p(e)-nee\ as a girl's name is a variant of Penny (English). See for meaning of Penee. The baby name Penee sounds like Pennee, Banee, Pennie, Penney, Penna and Pen. Other similar baby names are Jenee and Renee.

Penekiko \p(e)-neki-ko, pen(e)-kiko\ as a boy's name.

Penelopa \p(e)-nelo-pa, pen(e)-lopa\ as a girl's name is a variant of Penelope (Greek), and the meaning of Penelopa is "weaver". The baby name Penelopa sounds like Pennelope. Another similar baby name is Pelipa.

Penelope \p(e)-nelo-pe, pen(e)-lope\ as a girl's name is pronounced pen-NELL-a-pee. It is of Greek origin, and the meaning of Penelope is "weaver". From "pene". Mythology: Penelope, wife of Odysseus, fended off suitors by weaving during the day and unraveling at night a tapestry she said had to be completed before she would wed another husband. The name has come to signify a loyal, capable, and clever woman. The name is also possibly derived from the Greek name "penelops" for a kind of duck that was said to have rescued and nurtured Penelope when she was exposed to die as an infant. Model Penelope Tree, parenting expert Penelope Leach, actresses Penelope Ann Miller, Penelope Cruz. Penelope has 8 variant forms: Pen, Penelopa, Penina, Penna, Pennelope, Penney, Pennie and Penny. View a list of the 2 names that reference Penelope.

Penelopie \p(e)-nelo-pie, pen(e)-lopie\ as a girl's name. The baby name Penelopie sounds like Penelope, Pennelope and Penelopa.

Peni'amina \p(e)-ni'ami-na, peni('a)-mina\ as a boy's name. The baby name Peni'amina sounds like Beniamino, Benyamino and Benyamin. Another similar baby name is Veniamin.

Peniamina \p(e)-niami-na, peni(a)-mina\ as a boy's name. The baby name Peniamina sounds like Beniamino, Benyamino and Benyamin. Another similar baby name is Veniamin.

Penina \p(e)-ni-na\ as a girl's name is a variant of Penelope (Greek), and the meaning of Penina is "weaver". The baby name Penina sounds like Peninah and Benigna. Other similar baby names are Jenina, Kenina, Penna, Pnina and Zenina.

Peninah \p(e)-ni-nah\ as a girl's name is of Hebrew origin, and the meaning of Peninah is "pearl". Peninah has 1 variant form: Pnina. Baby names that sound like Peninah are Penina and Benigna.

Peninnah \p(e)-ninnah, pen(in)-nah\ as a girl's name. The baby name Peninnah sounds like Peninah and Penina. Other similar baby names are Aninna, Haninah, Jenina, Kenina, Penna, Pnina, Wenonah, Yoninah and Zenina.

Penlea \p(e)-nlea, pen-lea\ as a boy's name is a variant of Penley (Old English), and the meaning of Penlea is "enclosed meadow". The baby name Penlea sounds like Pennlea, Pennley and Penly. Other similar baby names are Henlea and Kenlea.

Penleigh \p(e)-nlei-gh, pen-leigh\ as a boy's name is a variant of Penley (Old English), and the meaning of Penleigh is "enclosed meadow". The baby name Penleigh sounds like Pennleigh and Penlea. Other similar baby names are Henleigh and Kenleigh.

Penley \p(e)-nley, pen-ley\ as a boy's name is of Old English origin, and the meaning of Penley is "enclosed meadow". Place name. Penley has 6 variant forms: Penlea, Penleigh, Penly, Pennlea, Pennleigh and Pennley.

Penly \p(e)-nly, pen-ly\ as a boy's name is a variant of Penley (Old English), and the meaning of Penly is "enclosed meadow". The baby name Penly sounds like Pennley and Penlea. Other similar baby names are Denly and Kenly.

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.