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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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Penn \p(e)-nn\ as a boy's name is of Old English origin, and the meaning of Penn is "enclosure, hill". Probably an occupational name referring to a person who lived or worked around a sheep pen. American use is due to admiration for the Quaker leader William Penn (18th century). The son of an influential English family, he forsook the comforts of a genteel life to found Pennsylvania (in Latin, "Penn's woods"), a haven of true religious tolerance. Penn has 1 variant form: Pen. Baby names that sound like Penn are Benn, Ben, Benny, Benne, Benno, Pino and Pain. View a list of the 3 names that reference Penn.

Penna \p(en)-na\ as a girl's name is a variant of Penelope (Greek), and the meaning of Penna is "weaver". The baby name Penna sounds like Penny, Bena, Benni, Benny, Pania, Panya, Pennie, Penney, Pen, Pennee, Penee and Peony. Other similar baby names are Denna, Jenna, Genna, Kenna, Lenna, Nenna, Penina, Venna and Zenna.

Pennee \p(en)-nee\ as a girl's name is a variant of Penny (English). See for meaning of Pennee. The baby name Pennee sounds like Pennie, Penney and Penee. Other similar baby names are Jennee, Bennie, Bonnee, Bunnee, Connee, Dannee, Dennie, Jennie, Fannee, Gennie, Ginnee, Hennie, Jennae, Jenee, Jeanee, Jenney, Jinnee, Minnee, Penna, Renee, Rennie, Rennae, Renne, Ronnee and Sunnee.

Pennelope \p(e)-nnelo-pe, penn(e)-lope\ as a girl's name is a variant of Penelope (Greek), and the meaning of Pennelope is "weaver". The baby name Pennelope sounds like Penelopa.

Penney \p(en)-ney\ as a girl's name is a variant of Penelope (Greek) and Penny (English), and the meaning of Penney is "weaver". The baby name Penney sounds like Pennee, Benny, Bonney, Pennie, Penna, Penee and Peony. Other similar baby names are Jenney, Conney, Danney, Denny, Deney, Fanney, Jenny, Genny, Jennee, Nanney, Jennay, Janney, Pansey, Perrey, Reyney, Rennay, Reney, Renny, Renne and Ronney. View a list of the 2 names that reference Penney.

Penni \p(en)-ni\ as a girl's name. The baby name Penni sounds like Benni, Penny, Pennie and Penna. Other similar baby names are Denni, Jenni and Genni.

Pennie \p(en)-nie\ as a girl's name is a variant of Penelope (Greek) and Penny (English), and the meaning of Pennie is "weaver". The baby name Pennie sounds like Bennie and Pennee. Other similar baby names are Dennie, Jennie, Gennie, Hennie and Rennie. View a list of the 2 names that reference Pennie.

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

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

Pennley \p(e)-nn-ley\ as a boy's name is a variant of Penley (Old English), and the meaning of Pennley is "enclosed meadow". The baby name Pennley sounds like Pennlea, Penly and Penlea. Other similar baby names are Denley, Dunnley, Finnley, Henley and Kenley.

Penny \p(en)-ny\ as a girl's name is pronounced PEN-nee. It is of English origin. Short form of Penelope (Greek) "weaver" also used as an independent name mostly in the 20th century. Penny has 4 variant forms: Penee, Pennee, Penney and Pennie. Baby names that sound like Penny are Benny, Penna and Peony. View a list of the 2 names that reference Penny.

Pennylynn \p(e)-nnyly-nn, penn(y)-lynn\ as a girl's name. Similar baby names are Jennalyn, Jennilyn and Jenalynn.

Pentea \p(e)-ntea, pen-tea\ as a girl's name. The baby name Pentea sounds like Penthea, Bente and Panthea. Other similar baby names are Dantea, Penney, Penna, Penina, Pennee, Penee and Peta.

Penthea \p(e)-nthea, pen-thea\ as a girl's name is of Greek origin, and the meaning of Penthea is "fifth". Related to "Pentagon". Baby names that sound like Penthea are Panthea, Panthia, Pantheya and Pantheia. Other similar baby names are Anthea, Annthea and Cynthea.

Peony \pe(o)-ny\ as a girl's name is pronounced PAY-uh-nee. It is of Greek origin, and the meaning of Peony is "praisegiving". Flower name. As a Chinese name motif, the peony signifies riches and honor. Baby names that sound like Peony are Penny, Benny, Penney, Penna and Pen. Other similar baby names are Tony, Deona, Denny, Deon, Jenny, Genny, Keona, Leona, Leone, Leoni, Peggy, Peppy, Perry, Renny, Teona, Teoni and Teone.

Pepa \p(e)-pa\ as a girl's name is a variant of Pepita (Spanish). See for meaning of Pepa. The baby name Pepa sounds like Beba, Peppy and Pippa. Other similar baby names are Peta and Pera.

Pepe \p(e)-pe\ as a boy's name is a variant of Jose (Spanish), Joseph (Hebrew) and Pedro (Spanish, Portuguese), and the meaning of Pepe is "Jehovah increases". The baby name Pepe sounds like Pope, Pip, Pipo and Peppi. Other similar baby names are Pete, Cope, Sepp, Pace, Page, Peak, Peale, Peal, Peel, Peele, Peleh, Pell, Penn, Pen, Pepper, Per, Peer, Pike, Pyke and Piper. View a list of the 3 names that reference Pepe.

Pepi \p(e)-pi\ as a boy's name. The baby name Pepi sounds like Pepe and Peppi. Other similar baby names are Pip, Pepito, Seppi, Sepp, Pipo, Pali, Peak, Peal, Peel, Pell, Penn, Pen, Pete, Per, Peer, Pompi and Pope.

Pepik \p(e)-pik\ as a boy's name. Similar baby names are Pepito, Pepe, Peppi and Peak.

Pepita \p(e)-pi-ta\ as a girl's name is of Spanish origin. Diminutive of Joseph (Hebrew) "Jehovah increases" via Pepe. Pepita has 4 variant forms: Pepa, Peppie, Peppy and Peta. Baby names that sound like Pepita are Babita and Babett.

Pepito \p(e)-pi-to\ as a boy's name is a variant of Jose (Spanish) and Joseph (Hebrew), and the meaning of Pepito is "Jehovah increases". The baby name Pepito sounds like Peabody. Other similar baby names are Pippo, Paquito, Pepe, Pipo, Peppi, Pepper, Pete, Pitt, Plato, Pluto, Pruitt and Wapiti. View a list of the 2 names that reference Pepito.

Pepper \p(ep)-per\ as a girl's name (also used as boy's name Pepper). Spicy plant name sometimes used as a nickname for a child's temperament. Baby names that sound like Pepper are Piper and Pipere. Other similar baby names are Peppy and Peppie.

Peppi \p(ep)-pi\ as a boy's name is a variant of Joseph (Hebrew), and the meaning of Peppi is "Jehovah increases". The baby name Peppi sounds like Pippo and Pepe. Other similar baby names are Seppi, Sepp, Pepper and Pompi.

Peppie \p(ep)-pie\ as a girl's name is a variant of Pepita (Spanish). See for meaning of Peppie. The baby name Peppie sounds like Pippie and Peppy. Other similar baby names are Eppie, Peggie, Pennie, Pepper, Perrie and Tippie.

Peppy \p(ep)-py\ as a girl's name is a variant of Pepita (Spanish). See for meaning of Peppy. The baby name Peppy sounds like Pippy and Poppy. Other similar baby names are Happy, Peggy, Penny, Peony, Peppie, Pepa, Pepper, Perry and Pippa.

Per \per\ as a boy's name is a variant of Peter (Greek) and Pierre (French), and the meaning of Per is "rock". The baby name Per sounds like Par and Peer. Other similar baby names are Ker, Ner, Pen, Perl and Petr. View a list of the 2 names that reference Per.

Pera \p(e)-ra\ as a girl's name is a variant of Peri (Hebrew), and the meaning of Pera is "outcome, result". The baby name Pera sounds like Bera, Perah and Piera. Other similar baby names are Mera, Cera, Vera, Hera, Kera, Nera, Perla, Perl, Peta, Pepa, Petra, Sera and Tera.

Perach \p(e)-ra-ch\ as a girl's name. The baby name Perach sounds like Beracha, Bracha, Berucha and Porcha. Other similar baby names are Peach, Perah and Serach.

Perah \p(e)-rah\ as a girl's name is a variant of Peri (Hebrew), and the meaning of Perah is "outcome, result". The baby name Perah sounds like Pera, Barah, Bera, Perri, Perry and Piera. Other similar baby names are Merah, Serah and Terah.

Perce \p(e)-rce, per-ce\ as a boy's name is a variant of Percival (Old French), and the meaning of Perce is "pierce the vale". The baby name Perce sounds like Percy, Percey, Percie, Pierce, Peirce, Peerce and Pearce. Other similar baby names are Merce, Pace, Payce, Paice, Parke, Pearcy, Perez, Perl, Perry, Perrie, Pierre, Per, Ponce, Price, Pryce and Reece.

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.