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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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Pizi \p(i)-zi\ as a boy's name. The baby name Pizi sounds like Paz and Pius. Other similar baby names are Dezi, Pip, Pipo, Pino, Pali, Piet, Pike, Pio and Pitt.

Placedo \p-lace-do, pl(a)-cedo\ as a boy's name is a variant of Placido (Spanish), and the meaning of Placedo is "clam, serene". The baby name Placedo sounds like Plasedo and Placydo. Other similar baby names are Placyd and Placijo.

Placida \p-laci-da, pl(a)-cida\ as a girl's name is a variant of Placidia (Latin), and the meaning of Placida is "calm, placid". The baby name Placida sounds like Plasida. Other similar baby names are Lucida and Paladia.

Placidia \p-laci-dia, pl(a)-cidia\ as a girl's name is of Latin origin, and the meaning of Placidia is "calm, placid". From the word. Can be used to describe a baby's temperament. Placidia has 2 variant forms: Placida and Plasida.

Placido \p-laci-do, pl(a)-cido\ as a boy's name is of Spanish origin, and the meaning of Placido is "clam, serene". Made famous by opera celebrity Placido Domingo. Placido has 6 variant forms: Placedo, Placidus, Placijo, Placyd, Placydo and Plasedo. View a list of the 2 names that reference Placido.

Placidus \p-laci-dus, pl(a)-cidus\ as a boy's name is a variant of Placido (Spanish), and the meaning of Placidus is "clam, serene". The baby name Placidus sounds like Placydo, Placyd and Placedo.

Placijo \p-laci-jo, pl(a)-cijo\ as a boy's name is a variant of Placido (Spanish), and the meaning of Placijo is "clam, serene". Similar baby names are Placydo and Placedo.

Placyd \p-la-cyd, placy()-yd\ as a boy's name is a variant of Placido (Spanish), and the meaning of Placyd is "clam, serene". The baby name Placyd sounds like Placydo and Placedo. Other similar baby names are Plasedo, Placijo, Placidus, Plato and Platt.

Placydo \p-lacy-do, pl(a)-cydo\ as a boy's name is a variant of Placido (Spanish), and the meaning of Placydo is "clam, serene". The baby name Placydo sounds like Placyd and Placedo. Other similar baby names are Plasedo and Placijo.

Plantagenet \p-lanta-genet, pl(a)-ntage-net\ as a boy's name is of Old French origin, and the meaning of Plantagenet is "shoot of broom". Broom is an English flower. The Plantegenet family ruled England in the 13th and 14th centuries, giving the name connotations of ancient high rank. Literary: Victorian novelist Anthony Trollope named his powerful English duke "Plantagenet Palliser".

Plasedo \p-lase-do, pl(a)-sedo\ as a boy's name is a variant of Placido (Spanish), and the meaning of Plasedo is "clam, serene". The baby name Plasedo sounds like Placedo and Placydo. Other similar baby names are Placyd, Placijo and Plato.

Plasida \p-lasi-da, pl(a)-sida\ as a girl's name is a variant of Placidia (Latin), and the meaning of Plasida is "calm, placid". The baby name Plasida sounds like Placida. Other similar baby names are Paladia, Alaida and Chasida.

Plato \p-la-to\ as a boy's name is of Greek origin, and the meaning of Plato is "broad-shouldered". The nickname given the famous Greek philosopher by his teacher in athletics in honor of his broad physique. He was given the name Aristocles at birth. Plato has 1 variant form: Platon. Baby names that sound like Plato are Platt and Pluto.

Platon \p-la-ton\ as a boy's name is a variant of Plato (Greek), and the meaning of Platon is "broad-shouldered". The baby name Platon sounds like Belton, Bellton, Bolton and Bollton. Other similar baby names are Paton, Alton, Elton, Allton, Clayton, Klayton, Ellton, Platya, Parton, Patton, Patin, Paten, Peyton, Payton, Platt and Pluto.

Platt \p-la-tt\ as a boy's name is of Old French origin, and the meaning of Platt is "flat land". Place name. Baby names that sound like Platt are Plato, Platya and Pluto. Other similar baby names are Pratt, Patty, Pat, Pitt and Platon. View a list of the 2 names that reference Platt.

Platya \p-lat-ya, pl(a)-tya\ as a boy's name is a variant of Paltiel (Hebrew), and the meaning of Platya is "God is my deliverance". The baby name Platya sounds like Plato and Platt. Other similar baby names are Platyahu and Platon.

Platyahu \p-latya-hu, pl(at)-yahu\ as a boy's name is a variant of Paltiel (Hebrew), and the meaning of Platyahu is "God is my deliverance". A similar baby name is Platya.

Pleasance \p-leasan-ce, ple(a)-sa-nce\ as a girl's name is a variant of Pleasant (French), and the meaning of Pleasance is "pleasing to the senses". The baby name Pleasance sounds like Blessing.

Pleasant \p-leasa-nt, ple(a)-sant\ as a girl's name is of French origin, and the meaning of Pleasant is "pleasing to the senses". Pleasant has 1 variant form: Pleasance. A baby name that sounds like Pleasant is Blessing. View a list of the 8 names that reference Pleasant.

Pleiade \p-leia-de\ as a girl's name is of Greek origin. Astronomy name: Pl?de is the group of stars called the "Seven Sisters" and named after the seven sisters in Greek mythology, the daughters of Atlas and Pleione. Baby names that sound like Pleiade are Ballade, Blithe and Bolade. Other similar baby names are Aleida, Glade, Peale, Pelage and Piedad.

Pluto \p-lu-to\ as a boy's name is of Greek origin, and the meaning of Pluto is "rich". Roman mythology: god of the underworld. Known in modern times as the Disney dog. Baby names that sound like Pluto are Plato and Platt. Other similar baby names are Alto, Paulo and Platon.

Pnina \pn(i)-na\ as a girl's name is of Hebrew origin. Unknown source. Pnina has 1 variant form: Perri. For more information, see also the related name Peninah. Baby names that sound like Pnina are Nina and Neina. View a list of the 3 names that reference Pnina.

Pocahontas \p(o)-cahon-tas, poca-hontas\ as a girl's name is of Native American Indian origin, and the meaning of Pocahontas is "playful". Nickname of Matoaka, the daughter of an Algonquin chief in Virginia, who reportedly rescued the English setter John Smith from hostile tribesmen. She married Englishman John Rolfe, and became a celebrity.

Poindexter \po(in)-dexter, poin-dex-ter\ as a boy's name.

Pok \pok\ as a girl's name. The baby name Pok sounds like Peg, Beck, Page, Pegg and Beki. Other similar baby names are Poli, Pola, Pat, Poll, Pam, Paz, Pen, Pet, Pia, Pru, Soki and Yoko.

Pol \pol\ as a boy's name is a variant of Paul (Latin), and the meaning of Pol is "small". The baby name Pol sounds like Poul, Poll and Pal. Other similar baby names are Col and Sol.

Pola \p(o)-la\ as a girl's name is pronounced POH-lah. It is of Arabic origin, and the meaning of Pola is "poppy". Short form of Amapola. For more information, see also the related name Paula. Baby names that sound like Pola are Poli, Poll and Paola. Other similar baby names are Dola, Lola, Nola, Iola, Jola, Tola, Yola and Zola. View a list of the 3 names that reference Pola.

Poli \p(o)-li\ as a girl's name is a variant of Amapola (Arabic), and the meaning of Poli is "poppy". The baby name Poli sounds like Pola, Poll, Pali and Polli. Other similar baby names are Joli, Dola, Aili, Alli, Ali, Elli, Mali, Bali, Cali, Lola, Cili, Dolli, Doll, Eli, Nola, Hali, Holli, Iola, Iole, Jola, Jolie, Joly, Juli, Kali, Kyli, Lali, Lili, Polly, Moll, Molli, Cole, Pollie, Polina, Pauli, Paola, Pelia, Peri, Tali, Tola, Ulli, Yolie, Yola, Zola and Zolia.

Polina \p(o)-li-na\ as a girl's name is a variant of Paula (Latin), and the meaning of Polina is "small". The baby name Polina sounds like Paolina, Paulina and Polline. Other similar baby names are Colina, Jolina, Kolina and Solina.

Poll \p(o)-ll\ as a girl's name (also used as boy's name Poll), is a variant of Mary (Latin) and Polly (English, Irish), and the meaning of Poll is "star of the sea". The baby name Poll sounds like Poli, Pola and Polli. Other similar baby names are Doll and Moll. View a list of the 2 names that reference Poll.

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.