Expecting a little one this summer? You’ll want to read up on this list of unique names for your summer baby. From the vintage names June and Ruby to the trendier Dax, there’s something for everyone.
America
If you’ve always loved actress America Ferrera’s name and often contemplated giving it to your future child, now’s your chance. The unique yet fitting name for July 4th babies has Latin origins. It most likely comes from the name of explorer Amerigo Vespucci. A cute and somewhat more colloquial nickname for America could be Erica too.
August
Baby boys get their chance for a cute month-oriented name too! Named after the hottest, most laid-back month of the year, August was actually quite popular in countries like Denmark and Sweden in 2016. It is definitely a more distinctive choice for American babies, but it lends itself to adorable nicknames like Gus and Augie.
Daisy
Any F. Scott Fitzgerald fans will adore this name, reminiscent of the beautiful Daisy Buchanan, the iconic character from his novel The Great Gatsby. Summer babies can relish in their name as they grow up, reminiscent of a daisy flower reaching toward the sun on a hot summer afternoon. The unique name comes from the actual flower and gives off seriously cheerful, friendly and – dare we say – summery vibes.
Dax
With a name that means water, your summer-born baby boy could end up a beach lover! It actually has French origins and has been quite trendy as of late. Some may know the name from Dax Shepard, the actor and husband to actress Kristen Bell (Frozen, Bad Moms Christmas).
Fisher
Many love to go fishing in the summer, so this name is the perfect choice for dads and moms who love the outdoors. It actually derives from an English surname that means “to catch fish.” The name is very unique, yet still has a sense of classiness about it.
June
The vintage June is perfect for summer babies given June is the month of the summer solstice. Of course, it’s obvious if you’re expecting your little one in the actual month of June, but the name itself is a quite unique choice. It’s also a great choice for a middle name given its one syllable pronunciation.
Ray
The name Ray means exactly what you think it might—beam of light. It’s a great choice for babies born in warmer months if you want to pay homage to the rays of summer sunshine. Notable Rays in history include the legendary musician Ray Charles and sci-fi author Ray Bradbury. Parents can choose the shortened Ray or go with the longer, more sophisticated Raymond.
Rowan
The name Rowan means “red” and is a gender-neutral name. With a meaning like red, it invokes warm summer sunsets and early reddish-orange sunrises. Rowan is growing in popularity lately, but it still unique enough to stand out, if that is something you desire for your baby’s name.
Ruby
July birthstones are rubies, so what better a name to choose than the sparkling red gem? This gorgeous name is associated with the warmth of summertime. It peaked in popularity during the Victorian era, but many vintage names, particularly jewel-related ones like Ruby and Pearl are coming back in style. Cute nicknames also work well with this name, like Ru or Rubes or Rube.