17 Unique Baby Names Inspired by Locations
Baby Names
Obie Editorial Team
Whether you consider yourself a globetrotter or you simply took the trip of a lifetime to an unforgettable spot, honoring a destination is a new baby-naming trend. Below are 17 location-inspired names, including popular countries, cities, and even landmarks!
India: Actually means “body of water”
China: Yes, like *the* China
Jordan: Located in the Middle East by the Mediterranean Sea
Ireland: Translates to “goddess of the land”
Memphis: Means “enduring and beautiful”
Charlotte: Ironically enough, this girl’s name means “free man”. It also is a dessert involving ladyfingers!
Berlin: The German capital also means “borderline.”
Brooklyn: This one has been gaining popularity in recent years. Not only is Brooklyn a trendy place to start a family in NYC, but it also means, “one who lives near a brook”.
Phoenix: Originally means “dark red” in Greek
Devon: An English county
Chelsea: With namesake cities in both London and New York City, it originally meant, “landing place for chalk or limestone."
Aspen: Like the laid-back city in Colorado. Also the English word for “tree”
Austin: The city in Texas, yes, but also means “respected”
Valencia: A Spanish city that represents power
Everest: Yup, like Mount Everest!
Savannah: Fittingly means, “of the desert”
Niagara: Like the falls, but less dangerous