Shine Bright: 85+ Color-Inspired Names for Babies

There are so many ways to choose a baby name. Whether you want to pass down a vintage baby name to your little one or give them a name that’s trending, it can be a fun experience for you. If you’re not sure where to start, then starting with a theme may help. Some people choose a letter, like baby names that start with “J.” Others like to go with a theme that has a specific meaning, like baby names that mean “love.” You can also think outside the box and go with the theme of “color names for babies” and give your little one a name that’s inspired by your favorite color! Violet? Forest? Sage? The list goes on.

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If you’re running to find a box of Crayola crayons to get inspo from at this very moment, we’ve already done all the work for you. Don’t worry—we left out colors like “Wild Watermelon” and “Mango Tango.” These color-inspired baby names are so cute, so grab a crayon and paper because you’re going to want to write these names down. Scroll the whole list, as we’ve included 85+ girl, boy, and gender-neutral baby names that go way beyond the colors of the rainbow.

Color Names for Baby Girls

Alani

Love sunshine, beaches, and the color orange? The name Alani is of Hawaiian origin and means “orange tree” or “Oahu tree.” It is symbolic of abundance and having harmony with nature.

Amber

The amber gemstone reflects the colors orange and red. This cute name was part of the top 20 girl names in the ’80s. It might just be the perfect namesake!

Amethyst

Amethyst is the purple birthstone for February. It’s perfect if your baby is due around Valentine’s Day. Fun fact: Amethyst Amelia Kelly is rapper and songwriter Iggy Azalea’s real name.

Cherry

Like the fruit, Cherry is for cherry red. This name means “dear one” and “darling.” Add this darling name to your list because your little girl will be the “cherry on top” to your family.

Coral

Coral signifies beauty and strength. Inspired by coral found in the ocean, this pink and orange color-inspired name is so sweet for a baby girl.

Fern

A fern is a green plant that beautifully complements a flower, and your baby girl is about to be a wonderful complement to your family. So give her the name Fern. It’s a cute, spring-inspired baby name, too.

Goldie

Gold is a valued metal that is commonly used as a first-place prize. If your baby is the first girl in the family—or she’s simply just a winner in your heart—name her Goldie.

Hazel

Meaning “the hazel tree,” the name Hazel symbolizes wisdom and protection. The color hazel is a mix of green, brown, and gold, which is so pretty for a baby girl name.

Jade

Your precious little girl can have the name Jade, which means “precious stone.” There are so many colors of jade—like jade green—but other shades include lavender jade, yellow jade, and white jade. Green jade symbolizes peace, and yellow jade is associated with joy and good health. You really can’t go wrong with this name.

Kelly

Name your little girl Kelly for “kelly green.” This shade of green is a bright and vibrant color that represents renewal, money, and energy. It’s also a popular Irish name.

Lavender

If you love the smell of the lavender plant, the color purple, or are a big fan of Taylor Swift’s song Lavender Haze, then name your baby girl Lavender. With its calming effect, your little girl might just bring calmness into your life.

Mauve

This beautiful French name is inspired by the pale violet mallow plant. The name symbolizes youth, femininity, and inspiration. Feeling inspired yet? Then name your little one Mauve.

Olive

The name Olive has become more popular since the 2000s and was ranked as one of the top 200 girl names in 2023. Associated with the olive tree, this shade of green is totally cute as a baby girl name. And if you love the name Olivia, consider the name Olive instead!

Pearl

The off-white and elegant color that pearls have makes the name Pearl a timeless and adorable baby name. The best part is that it sounds great as an adult and grandparent name, too.

Rose

Rose is a beautiful and romantic name associated with the color red found in the rose flower. The name Rose means “flower” and symbolizes love and romance.

Sienna

This Italian name is associated with the colors red and brown. The color is linked to the city of Siena in Tuscany, which is popularly known for its sienna-colored rooftops.

More Color Names for Baby Girls

• Alba
• Apple
• Aqua
• Bianca
• Carmine
• Cinnamon
• Clementine
• Cocoa
• Crystal
• Ebony
• Ginger
• Heather
• Iris
• Ivory
• Ivy
• Lilac
• Magenta
• Maize
• Marigold
• Opal
• Peach
• Poppy
• Ruby
• Sapphire
• Scarlet
• Sherry
• Violet
• Willow

Color Names for Baby Boys

Ashen

This adorable baby boy name is inspired by the beige-to-light-brown hue. It is of Hebrew origin and means “ash wood” or “made of something resembling ash.” How cute is the nickname Ash?

Blaine

The name Blaine is of Scottish origin and means “yellow.” It’s said to symbolize energy and optimism—great characteristics for a baby boy!

Forest

Unsurprisingly, the name Forest means “woodland” or “wood.” Whether you’re the outdoorsy type or love the color green, this name is oh-so-sweet for a little boy.

Green

If you quite literally love the color green, then why not name your baby Green? The color green is a secondary color and is fitting for a second child in the family.

Jasper

The Persian name Jasper may be inspired by the jasper gemstone, which contains the colors red, yellow, brown, and green. It also means “bringer of treasure.” With a name like this, your life will feel a little more rich with a baby named Jasper.

Jett

“Jett” for “jet black” has become more popular over the years. It was ranked 644 among popular boy names in 2000. Since then, it climbed up to 206 in 2023.

Rusty

This name may be going extinct. Its popularity has slowly decreased since the early 1980s. But why not bring this edgy and cool baby name back? The name Rusty is inspired by the orange-brown color—or the “rust” on metal—which develops when iron reacts with oxygen and water.

Tanner

Name your baby boy Tanner after the color “tan.” Tanner means “leather worker,” and it’s perfect if you’re looking for a western baby name.

More Color Names for Baby Boys

• Arden
• Bruno
• Canyon
• Cerulean
• Coal
• Hue
• Hunter
• Indigo
• Kyan
• Midnight
• Onyx
• Red
• Roan
• Roux
• Sable
• Slate
• Steel
• Sterling
• Turq

Gender-neutral Color Names for Babies

Ash

Ash is a great name for a baby boy. It works for a baby girl, too, especially if her name is Ashley. The color “ash gray” is a greenish-gray.

Emerald

Name your baby Emerald after the emerald green color. It’s also the perfect name if you’re having your baby in May, as emerald is the birthstone for the month of May.

Sage

The name Sage is of French origin, meaning “wise.” It is also a grayish-green color related to the sage leaf. This pretty green is a lovely name for a boy or a girl!

Sunny

Get a little more sunshine in your life with this yellow-inspired name. How cute is the name Sunny? Add it to the top of your list if you’re not finding out the sex of your baby and need a gender-neutral baby name.

More Gender-neutral Color Names for Babies

• Auburn
• Azure
• Blue
• Brandy
• Cobalt
• Cyan
• Blue
• Robin
• Sky
• Stone
• Storm

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Patty Schepel, Editorial Assistant

As the editorial assistant, Patty works with The Everymom’s team on pitches, creating original articles, updating existing content, photo sourcing, writing shopping product descriptions, inputting freelance articles, and more. When she’s not working, you can find her spending time with her family, training for half marathons—she ran one 16 weeks pregnant—traveling, cooking, reading a rom-com, and keeping her sourdough starter, Rose, alive.

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