40 Nature Baby Names for Free Spirits
Are you most comfortable with your shoes off, feet in the cool dirt, hair blowing in the wind, and basking in the sunshine? Or perhaps you’re an amazing gardener with a green thumb, love plants, or are just looking for something unique. For the free spirits, the wanderers, the travelers, the lover of all living things, and the parents who think outside of the box, this list of 40 nature baby names is sure to be just the thing to make your nature-loving and creative spirit soar and ensure your little sunshine baby will be free spirited, one with nature, and unique like you are.
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- Gemma Booth
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- Abi Berwager Schreier
There is a nature-inspired baby name for every vibe, and it’s not just for hippies and hikers, but for those parents who want a more traditional name with surprising natural roots or a modern and unique name that nobody else in their class will have. Go with a name like Hawk or Basil and I can guarantee nobody will confuse them with another kid in their class. Plus are those names hip or what?
Whether you’re going for strong, soft, sweet, inspiring, or all of the above, one of these nature baby names is sure to be a winner and a perfect fit. And with 40 to choose from, you’ll have to find something you and your partner both love.
Nature Baby Names Featuring Plants
There are so many names to choose from if you go the plant route. Everything from beautiful willow trees to a fragrant and beautiful Jasmine plant is fair game.
- Willow
- Daisy
- Rose
- Fern
- Violet
- Rowan
- Sage
- Magnolia
- Briar
- Dahlia
- Ivy
- Blossom
- Juniper
- Iris
- Clover
- Clementine
- Basil
- Jasmine
- Cedar
- Sequoia
Nature Baby Names Featuring Precious Stones
New Age lifestyle is definitely gaining popularity these days, and with mystical and beautiful naturally made items like precious stones, your child will definitely exude the beautiful energies of each of these stones if they’re your mini’s namesake.
- Rocky
- Amethyst
- Jade
- Clay
Nature Baby Names Featuring Animals
Your mini will be the coolest kid in the class with a name inspired by one of nature’s most intelligent, cunning, and gorgeous animals. Will they emulate the animal’s most precious and interesting qualities or will that animal become their own spirit guide. The possibilities are endless.
- Colt
- Hawk
- Raven
- Wren
- Fox
Nature Baby Names After Elements & Seasons
Whether you’re a fan of the sun and the sky, or you’re more of an autumn and windy weather type of person, one of these nature baby names after elements and seasons should do the trick.
- Sunny
- Rain
- Windy
- Autumn
Abi Berwager Schreier
Abi is an Atlanta-based lifestyle and parenting writer reporting on children's books and toys, fertility, pregnancy, labor, breastfeeding, parenting, medical health, mental health, and pop-culture.
When she isn’t writing or copy editing, Abi loves being a mom to her 4-year-old son Jack, chugging coffee, cooking plant-based meals, working out, and spending time at home with the rest of her family — a husband, two cats, and two beagles — whom she lovingly refers to as "The Funny Farm."