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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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Porsia \p(o)-rsia, por-sia\ as a girl's name. The baby name Porsia sounds like Persia, Porsha and Portia. Other similar baby names are Marsia, Porschia, Porscha, Porcha and Tersia.

Porter \p(o)-rter, por-ter\ as a boy's name is of English origin, and the meaning of Porter is "gatekeeper". English occupational name and surname as well as a French name used by persons who made their living carrying loads: "porter" in French means "to carry". Baby names that sound like Porter are Bertrem and Broder. Other similar baby names are Potter, Carter, Parker, Peter, Pieter and Procter. View a list of the 2 names that reference Porter.

Porthos \p(o)-rthos, por-thos\ as a boy's name. Literary: one of the characters, along with Athos and Aramis, in "The Three Musketeers" by the French novelist, Alexandre Dumas. Baby names that sound like Porthos are Brutus, Parwiz and Peretz. Other similar baby names are Ponthos and Ponthus.

Portia \p(o)-rtia, por-tia\ as a girl's name is pronounced POR-shah. It is of Latin origin. Feminine form of a Roman clan name. Portia was used by Shakespeare as the name of a clever, determined young heroine in "The Merchant of Venice" who disguises herself as a lawyer to save her husband's life. Actress Portia de Rossi. For more information, see also the related name Porsha. Baby names that sound like Portia are Persia and Porcha. Other similar baby names are Artia, Horatia, Martia, Myrtia and Tertia. View a list of the 3 names that reference Portia.

Portiea \p(o)-rtiea, por-tiea\ as a girl's name. The baby name Portiea sounds like Bertie and Perita. Other similar baby names are Portia, Artie, Corita, Cordie, Dorita, Dorotea, Gertie, Jordie, Lorita, Pattie, Martie, Myrtie, Mirtie, Parisa, Perlita, Perdita, Perrie, Persia, Porsha, Porcha, Priela, Prima and Zoraida.

Portland \p(o)-rtla-nd, por(t)-land\ as a boy's name is of Old English origin, and the meaning of Portland is "land near the port". Place name. Baby names that sound like Portland are Bartalan and Parthalan. Other similar baby names are Cortland, Courtland and Kirtland.

Poseidon \p(o)-sei-don\ as a boy's name is of Greek origin. Mythology: the sea god, equivalent to the Roman Neptune. He is usually depicted with a trident, with which he caused storms and earthquakes. Baby names that sound like Poseidon are Boston and Bastien. View a list of the 4 names that reference Poseidon.

Posey \p(o)-sey\ as a girl's name. The baby name Posey sounds like Bessy, Basia, Basja, Bess, Bizzy, Paz, Pazia, Paza and Peace. Other similar baby names are Josey and Rosey.

Potter \p(ot)-ter\ as a boy's name is of English origin, and the meaning of Potter is "maker of pots". Occupational name. Made famous by ficitional boy magician Harry Potter. Baby names that sound like Potter are Peter and Pieter. Other similar baby names are Porter, Patten and Ritter. View a list of the 3 names that reference Potter.

Poul \poul\ as a boy's name is a variant of Paul (Latin), and the meaning of Poul is "small". The baby name Poul sounds like Poll and Pol. Other similar baby names are Roul, Noel, Col, Coll, Joel, Yoel, Lou, Noll, Pauly, Paulo, Pauli, Pauel, Pal, Peal, Peel, Pell, Pall, Perl, Phil, Pius, Pope, Powel, Raul, Raoul, Rowl, Saul and Sol.

Pourche \po(ur)-che\ as a girl's name. The baby name Pourche sounds like Porsche and Porcha. Other similar baby names are Porsha, Porscha, Psyche and Sorcha.

Powel \po-wel\ as a boy's name is a variant of Powell (Old English). See for meaning of Powel. The baby name Powel sounds like Pawel, Poul, Poll, Pol, Pauel and Peel. Other similar baby names are Howel, Lowel and Nowel.

Powell \po-well, powe-ll\ as a boy's name is of Old English origin. Surname related to Paul or possibly meaning "son of Howell". Author Anthony Powell. Powell has 1 variant form: Powel. Baby names that sound like Powell are Poll, Pawel and Pell. View a list of the 3 names that reference Powell.

Power \po-wer\ as a boy's name. The baby name Power sounds like Per and Peer. Other similar baby names are Gower, Powel and Tower. View a list of the 31 names that reference Power.

Powhatan \po(w)-ha-tan\ as a boy's name is of Native American Indian origin, and the meaning of Powhatan is "Powwow hill". Name of the father of Pocahontas, who was once a powerful chieftain in Virginia. Baby names that sound like Powhatan are Bohdan, Paton, Patin and Paten.

Prabhat \p-rab-hat, pr(a)-bhat\ as a boy's name.

Pracilla \p-ra-cilla, praci(l)-la\ as a girl's name is a variant of Priscilla (Latin), and the meaning of Pracilla is "ancient, venerable". The baby name Pracilla sounds like Pricilla and Precilla. Other similar baby names are Arcilla, Drucilla, Graciella, Graciela, Gracella, Prysilla, Prisilla, Pricila, Prescilla and Percilla.

Pradeep \p-ra-deep\ as a boy's name is of Hindi origin, and the meaning of Pradeep is "light". Baby names that sound like Pradeep are Pratap and Bradburn. Another similar baby name is Gradee.

Pradosh \p-rado-sh, pr(a)-dosh\ as a boy's name. Similar baby names are Parish and Pradeep.

Pragyata \p-ragya-ta, pr(a)-gyata\ as a girl's name. The baby name Pragyata sounds like Brigitta and Brigita.

Prairie \p-rai-rie\ as a girl's name. Geography name: miles of fertile rolling grassland. Baby names that sound like Prairie are Beruria, Briar, Bryar and Brier. Other similar baby names are Paris, Parris, Pearlie, Pearle, Perrie, Prissie and Prudie.

Praise \p-rai-se\ as a girl's name. The baby name Praise sounds like Pris, Brisa, Paris, Parris, Parisa, Perris, Prissy and Prissie. Other similar baby names are Prairie, Cerise, Charise, Krisy, Krisi, Kris, Cris, Drisy, Eris, Eriss, Grace, Grayce, Gracie, Gracee, Iris, Irisa, Marise, Pansy, Pansie, Pansey, Paradisa, Parrish, Parish, Patsy, Peace, Pearle, Perrine, Perrie, Persis, Prima, Prisca, Prue, Prudie, Raisa, Raisse, Rise, Sharise, Tracie, Trasey, Tracee, Trace, Trisa, Tris and Ursie. View a list of the 11 names that reference Praise.

Prakash \p-raka-sh, pr(a)-kash\ as a boy's name. A similar baby name is Parish.

Pramod \p-ra-mod\ as a boy's name. Similar baby names are Primo and Premo.

Prarthana \p-rartha-na, pr(ar)-thana\ as a girl's name. Similar baby names are Parthena, Parthenia and Parthinia.

Prasad \p-ra-sad\ as a boy's name. The baby name Prasad sounds like Brosedy and Preston. Other similar baby names are Eraste, Plasedo, Placyd, Pratt and Presly.

Pratap \p-ra-tap\ as a boy's name is of Hindi origin, and the meaning of Pratap is "majesty". A baby name that sounds like Pratap is Pradeep. Other similar baby names are Pratt and Porat.

Pratibha \p-ratib-ha, pr(a)-ti-bha\ as a girl's name.

Pratt \p-ra-tt\ as a boy's name is of Old English origin. Surname. Possibly referring to the buttocks as in the comedy term "a pratfall", or also possibly from "prate" meaning to babble or talk without meaning. Baby names that sound like Pratt are Brett, Britt, Porat and Pruitt. Other similar baby names are Platt, Patty, Pat, Pitt, Plato and Pratap.

Pravin \p-ra-vin\ as a boy's name. Similar baby names are Arvin, Craven, Irvin, Ervin, Orvin, Travon, Travion and Trevin.

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.