If you’re looking for a name that’s out of ordinary and defies traditionalism, but in a good way, the current trend is giving a baby a name so hip that you’d think they came out of the womb wearing skinny jeans and Ray-Bans. When Gwyneth Paltrow named her daughter Apple, there was a collective cry, “what was she even thinking?” But, little did we know that she was heralding a hipster naming revolution.
Here is a list for you:
Cute Hipster Girl Names With Meanings:
- Unica
There’s no way your daughter won’t like this name. Unica is the Latin word for ‘unique and sole’. It appeared in England in 1552.
- Anais
This moniker is popular for its alluring pronunciation and its namesake, Anaïs Nin, the author of the popular book “Incest”.
- Ysoria
This moniker is related to the Latin word Isaura, a name derived from the region of Isauria in Asia Minor.
- Clementine
The name of a hybrid between a sweet orange and mandarin has a slash-y cred to it. It means ‘mild and merciful.’
- Idony
Why don’t you name your daughter Idony, inspired by Iðunn, the Old Icelandic name of Goddess of youth and apples?
- Zoete
This adorable name is a Middle Dutch word for ‘adorable and sweet’.
- Cherubina:
Cherubina, the variant of the word cherub, would make a hip name for your baby girl. This name came up in Rome in the year 1527.
- Hazel
Would you believe if we say that this sweet sobriquet name was considered wacky at the time?
- Clover
So you’re done with Rose and Lily. Great! Now go with Clover, the supreme hipster floral name.
- Daisy
We can see a few raised eyebrows already! But we recommend this name for its ultimate retro appeal.
Popular Hipster Boy Names With Meanings:
- August
This German form of Augustus, meaning ‘majestic and venerable’ has become a Hollywood favorite.
- Aylward
Aylward has spelling variations that include Aloardus, Eilwardus, and Æðeluuard. But we think that Aylward would be the best hipster name for your little kindergartener to write.
- Frank
This hip name was one of the top 10 names from the 1880s to 1920s and is still going strong.
- Enoch
If you want a Biblical name with modern cred, go with Enoch, the same as Jared’s son. It means ‘dedicated.’
- Waldo
The dashing and sprightly -o ending of this name has it made more popular than most of its cousins. Waldo means ‘to rule’.
- Gulliver
This obscure baby name, known solely for its literary connection, would make a distinctive name for your son.
- Butch
Butch is an old-school nickname favored greatly by hipster parents. Butch James, the South African Rugby Union Player, is its famous bearer.
- Juniper
This name is a little more daring than other nature names in this list. It’s strictly not recommended for sensitive people.
- Elvis
Some people may consider it a bit flashy and over-the-top, but we find it hip and classic, just like its namesake “Elvis Presley.”
- Byron
This moniker had a romantic image for centuries because of its poetic connection with Lord Byron. But it’s now being used by hipster parents as well.
