Autumn-Inspired Baby Names for Little Ones Born in Fall

Autumnal Baby Names for Girls 

Autumn

Name Popularity: 98%

+ 5 places since 2020

Origin: Latin

Meaning: Autumn is a feminine given name derived from the Latin word autumnus, meaning "fall" or "autumn".

 

Hazel

Name Popularity: 97%

+ 31 places since 2020

Origin: English

Meaning: Hazel is a name coined after the hazel tree/hazelnuts. It also could be from the Old English word hæsel, meaning the light brown colour.

This is a great option if you have a little girl due during the autumn season. 

 

Willow

Name Popularity: 100%

+ 1 places since 2020

Origin: English 

Meaning: The name willow is a girl's name meaning ‘from the willow grove.’ The leaves of a Willow tree range from golden shade to greenish-yellow hue and they are one of the last trees to lose their leaves during fall. 

 

Maple

Name Popularity: 90%

+ 3 places since 2020

Origin: English 

Meaning: The name Maple is a girl’s name inspired by the renowned tree. During Autumn, the leaves of a Maple tree turn vivid red and orange. This is a great choice if you know your baby daughter is going to be fiery. 

 

Aurelia

Name Popularity: 96%

+ 10 places since 2020

Origin: Latin

Meaning: Aurelia as a girl's name is pronounced aw-REEL-yah. It is of Latin origin, and the meaning of Aurelia is "golden". This beautiful autumnal name will match the stunning golden leaves that fall during this time. 


Lilith

Name Popularity: 87%

+ 57 places since 2020

Origin: Arabic

Meaning: If you are looking for a name that is a bit more spooky then Lilith is a perfect choice. As the female demonic figure of Jewish folklore, her name and personality are thought to be derived from the class of Mesopotamian demons called lilû.

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Autumnal Baby Names for Boys 

 

Woody 

Name Popularity: 92%

+29  places since 2020 

Origin: American 

Meaning: The boy’s name Woody is of American origin that means From The Lane In The Woods.Perfect for a little boy born anytime from September to November.

 

Paisley

Name Popularity: 69%

+5  places since 2020

Origin: Scottish 

Meaning: The name Paisley is of Scottish origin and means "church or cemetery." With religious connotations, this name is perfect for a baby boy born around this time of year. After all, Autumn represents the preservation of life and its basic necessities. 

 

Ash/Asher

Name Popularity: 95%

+ 0 places since 2020

Origin: Hebrew

Meaning: The name Asher is of Hebrew origin and means "happy" and "blessed". A beautiful autumnal name that captures the essence of the fall perfectly. 

 

Casper

Name Popularity: 94%

+47  places since 2020

Origin: Persian 

Meaning: If Halloween movies are your favourite thing about Autumn, then why not name your baby boy after the best friendly ghost around - Casper!

 

Cedar

Name Popularity: 72%

+ 3 places since 2020

Origin: American 

Meaning: Cedar is a name chosen by many parents for their Fall babies. The name Cedar is inspired by the cedar trees that turn both red and yellow during the autumn season.

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Unisex Autumnal Baby Names 

Sawyer

Name Popularity: 75%

+ 135 places since 2020

Origin: English 

Meaning: The name Sawyer is of English origin and means "woodcutter." It is derived from the Middle English surname for "sawer of wood".

 

Bobbi

Name Popularity: 86%

+ 30 places since 2020

Origin: English 

Meaning: The name Bobbi is perfect for both a baby boy and a baby girl. Meaning 'bright' or 'shining', this is a good name inspired by colourful forests during autumn.

 

Keegan

Name Popularity: 92%

+ 0 places since 2020

Origin: Irish

Meaning: Keegan is an Anglicisation of the Irish clan name Mac Aodhagáin. It is also used as a forename. The name means "son (or descendant) of Aodhagán" (a diminutive of the Irish name Aodh, meaning "fire" or "fiery"

 

Tawney

Name Popularity: 62%

+ 3  places since 2020

Origin: Irish

Meaning: The unisex name Tawney means golden brown, which represents the beautiful colours of nature all throughout Autumn.

 

Juniper

Name Popularity: 90%

+ 57 places since 2020

Origin: Latin 

Meaning: Derived from the Latin word 'Juniperus’, Juniper means 'young' or 'produce', which is perfect for autumn as this time is all about producing food for the colder months. 

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