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Last Updated on 01/09/2024 by jettsetterstravel

61 Unique Travel-Inspired Baby Names You Will Love

If you are passionate about travel or are looking for a beautiful, unique name for your little one, you will love these travel-inspired baby names!

Choosing a baby name is a BIG DEAL! There are so many options, but it can be difficult to find the perfect baby name.

On this list, you will find unique baby names that are an excellent choice for parents who love to travel and be outdoors.

Picking a name that fits your passions makes your baby’s name special and meaningful.

In this post, you will find a list of 61 unique travel-inspired baby names divided into categories – general travel-themed baby names, U.S National Park-themed baby names, nautical baby names, and names inspired by major cities and travel destinations.

This list is perfect for adventure lovers looking for a fitting name for their little bundle of joy. Get ready for some baby name inspiration!

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1. jett or jet.

Origin: English

Meaning: Jet black

This is my favorite name (my son’s name), so it gets the first spot on the list! This name is perfect for your little jetsetter!

Origin: Spanish

Meaning: Cross

This name has adventure vibes and has biblical meaning as well if that is something you are interested in.

Meaning: One who wanders

I think Roam is truly one of the top travel-inspired baby names. A unisex name perfect for your little wanderlust baby.

4. Adventure or Venture

Meaning: Adventurous

Venture is a strong, bold name that could work for a boy or girl. Adventure is definitely one of the most unusual names on this list, but I think it would be pretty for a girl, especially with a nickname like Addie.

Origin: British

Meaning: Willow tree

Willow is one of the sweetest baby girl names. It has such an elegant and earthy vibe to it.

Meaning: Knight; Mounted Warrior

A neat name of English origin. It works for a boy or a girl, and it has a cool, edgy vibe to it.

Origin: Italian

Meaning: Moon

Luna might just be the most popular name on this list. It has become one of the most popular newborn names for little girls in recent years.

Meaning: Dweller on the Eure River

Once again, I think this name could work for boys or girls. The name of the world’s tallest mountain is fitting for your little future climber!

Meaning: Of the woods, forest

A classic name with a woodsy vibe. The name Forrest has become increasingly popular among American parents in recent years.

Origin: Greek

Meaning: To carry

Atlas is a unique geographical word name that is perfect for parents who love to travel.

Origin: Scandinavian

Meaning: Sky; Atmosphere seen on Earth

A light, easy-going name for a little sweetie who is ready to look up in wonder and take on the wide-open world.

Origin: German

Meaning: Untamed; Wild

This name is classic but still has an edgy feel to it at the same time. A perfect name for your free-spirited, strong-willed child.

Origin: French

Meaning: One who tripped

If you are a bit clumsy and think your baby may be too, then this name is very fitting…. I’m kidding – add an additional “p” to the end of trip, and you have yourself a classy travel-themed baby name.

Meaning: Geographical Direction

This directional name became popular when Kim Kardashian and Kanye West named their baby North West.

Meaning: East-facing place

Another popular name with a directional slant. Easton is a stylish and modern name. Other possible directional names include East, West, and Weston.

Meaning: Where Roses Grow

Rhodes is a great travel name because it has outdoorsy meaning and conjures images of you and your little one hitting the open road to embark on new adventures together.

17. Magnolia

Meaning: Magnolia flower

Magnolia is such a lovely name just as sweet as the flower it is derived from.

The name has become more popular in recent times thanks to the famous Magnolia Market located in the Texas city of Waco.

Baby Names Inspired by U.S. National Parks

Meaning: Idyllic Place

Acadia National Park is an idyllic treasure along the coast of Maine and would make a beautiful name for your baby girl.

Origin: Scottish

Meaning: Speckled

Inspired by the stunning Bryce Canyon National Park in southern Utah. This strong name is often thought of as a boy name but has recently become more popular for girls as well.

Meaning: footpath

Grand Canyon, Bryce Canyon, and many other beautiful canyons are inspirations for this outdoorsy name.

Origin: Indian

Meaning: Great One

Denali National Park in Alaska is the home to the highest point in North America, 20,310 foot Mount Denali. This name elevates above many other options.

Origin: American

Meaning: Always

This name is inspired by Everglades National Park in Florida. Possible nicknames include Ev or Evie.

Meaning: Dweller by the Gates

This cool boy’s name plays off of Gates of the Arctic National Park or Gateway Arch National Park.

Meaning: Hay meadow

An earthy name derived from Haleakala National Park in Hawaii.

Origin: Native American

Meaning: Flat lands

Kenai is a unique, edgy name inspired by Kenai Fjords National Park in Alaska. Kenai is a cool name for a boy or girl.

Origin: Hebrew

Meaning: “The Lord is my Salvation”

This classic boy’s name has biblical meaning, but it can also have special meaning if you have great memories of or love for Joshua Tree National Park .

Meaning: From the mountains

Inspired by Lassen Volcanic National Park in California. The meaning of this name makes it one of the best travel-inspired baby names.

Meaning: Table; flat-topped mountain

Mesa is a Spanish-style name that brings visions of future desert adventures with your little traveler. Inspired by Mesa Verde National Park in Colorado.

Meaning: Dweller near the moor

Name your baby after John Muir, the “Father of the National Parks”.

Meaning: Wise Army/Warrior

Ranier could make a great name for a boy or girl. Mount Ranier is the most prominent peak in the Cascade Mountain Range. Located in Washington state near Seattle, Mount Ranier is an active volcano, and a National Park with its namesake was established in 1899 to protect the stunning mountain.

Meaning: Rocky/Stony

This edgy name exudes explorer vibes. If you love visiting Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado, this might be the name for your little adventurer. Chances are he will have the eye of the tiger.

32. Sequoia

Origin: Native American – Cherokee

Meaning: Sparrow or Giant Redwood Tree

Sequoia National Park in California is named after its iconic, towering giant sequoia trees. According to the National Park website, the generally accepted belief is that these giant trees were named in honor of the Cherokee Indian, Sequoyah. I like both spellings of the name and think this name could be great for girls or boys.

33. Shenandoah

Meaning: Unknown, but possibly “Beautiful Daughter of the Stars”

Shenandoah National Park is located in Virginia. While the name means beautiful daughter of the stars, this name is wonderful for a son or daughter. Shen, Doah, or Nan could be fun nicknames.

Meaning: Stone, dweller by the rocks

Short for Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming. A strong and edgy name for your little traveler.

35. Theodore

Meaning: Devine Gift

Theodore is another classic name that could be inspired by Theodore Roosevelt National Park in North Dakota. Theo is a cute nickname for your little Theodore.

Meaning: Highest Point

This powerful name has me daydreaming about one of the most magical places I have ever been to. Zion National Park in Utah is definitely a worthy place to name your little one after.

Zion is on Baby Center’s list of most popular boy names of the year.

Nautical Baby Names

37. sailor/saylor.

Meaning: One Who Sails

I like this name for a girl, but it could work for a boy too. This name gives off nautical vibes and is one of my favorites.

Meaning: Underwater Ledge

A perfect name for you little surfer dude or water baby.

Meaning: A group of people

This is one of my favorite baby names – and I am not the only one. This name is gaining popularity, but is still unique and has a nautical feel.

40. Kai/Kailani

Origin: Hawaiian

Meaning: Sea and Sky

With a beautiful, earthy name like Kai or Kailani, your little one will reflect the beauty of a tropical paradise. Kai is more masculine, while Kailani is a more feminine version of the Hawaiian name.

Origin: Spanish, Scottish

Meaning: Island

This beautiful name has grown in popularity and has a soft peacefulness to it.

Origin: Latin

Meaning: From the Sea

This feminine name sounds refreshing and gives off peaceful vibes. Mar or Mari could be possible nicknames for your little Marina.

Meaning: Berry

Bay is a pleasant nature/water name that can be used for boy or girl. I like short, one-syllable names, so I could get on board with this name.

Meaning: Stability

This name brings strength and steadiness to the mind. I love the name Anchor because it is unique and bold.

45. Coral

Meaning: Precious Natural Sea Growth

Coral reefs are delicate but strong. Coral reefs are diverse, important, and incredible. What a wonderful natural namesake for your little one.

Baby Names Inspired by U.S. Destinations

Meaning: Aspen Tree

Aspen is both a name inspired by nature and by the famous ski resort in Colorado. Perfect for parents who love winter activities.

Meaning: Dawn

Aurora was the ancient Roman goddess of the dawn. Aurora Borealis is a name for the Northern Lights. Additionally, Aurora is also a beautiful city in Colorado.

48. Brooklyn

Meaning: Beautiful Stream

This is one of the most popular baby names on the list. Brooklyn is a well-known borough in New York City. While more commonly used as a girl’s name, it can be used for boys as well.

Meaning: Bronck’s Land

Bronx is another name that is inspired by a well-known New York borough (named after Jonas Broncks, one of the first European settlers in the area). This name has a modern, urban feel.

Meaning: Most Beautiful

If California is special to you in some way, then Cali could be a great name for your baby girl. Even if you have no ties to California, Cali is still a beautiful name!

51. Charlotte

Meaning: Free

Inspired by the largest city in North Carolina, Charlotte is one of the most classic baby girl names on this list. Popular nicknames include Charlie or Lottie.

Meaning: Noble

Inspired by the U.S. state of Delaware. This name is often used as a nickname for longer names like Adelaide (another location-inspired name) or Adella.

Meaning: Green Valley

I think Denver is one of the cutest and edgiest baby name choices on the list.

This Colorado capital city name would work for baby boys or baby girls.

54. Georgia

Meaning: Farmer

Some consider Georgia to be the feminine version of George. This country name could be perfect for a family with ties to the southern U.S. state.

55. Lincoln

Meaning: Lakeside Colony

Primarily a boy’s name, Lincoln is another more popular choice on this list.

Could be inspired by the 16th president of the United States, or by the city in Nebraska if we are sticking to the capital cities theme.

Origin: Irish

Meaning: Fair Shoulder

If New Orleans, Louisiana sparks joy for you, then Nola could be a perfect name for your little one. Nola is also the name of a town in Italy, also known as the place where church bells were introduced.

57. Raleigh

Meaning: Meadow of Deer

Raleigh is the capital of North Carolina, and the name is used for both boys and girls.

58. Savannah

Meaning: Treeless Plain

Savannah is a name that brings both nature and southern charm to mind. Whether you are inspired by Savannah, Georgia, or by the natural savanna, this popular name is a beauty.

Meaning: Mountain

The name Sierra is fresh and feminine. When I hear the name, I think of peaceful snow falling on a gorgeous mountain peak. Sierra would be a great name for mountain-loving parents.

Meaning: City in Arizona

Sedona, Arizona is one of the most magical, stunning places in the U.S. There is a lot of positive energy in Sedona, so hopefully, the name will bring good vibes to your little one.

Meaning: Meadow

A cute western-themed name with cowboy vibes. A great choice for parents with Texas roots or ties.

I hope you enjoyed this list of travel-inspired baby names & found a meaningful and unique baby name for your future little jetsetter!

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The Most Popular Baby Names Inspired by Travel for Boys and Girls

If you’re still looking for the perfect baby name, you might take a more global approach to find inspiration. Travel is a big part of modern day life, and, due to pandemic-related restrictions over the past few years, it’s one that many are eager to get to back to. Whether you’ve been taking road trips across the country or traveling internationally, you might consider baby names inspired by travel for your little one. Below, we’ve rounded up the travel-inspired baby names that are most popular on TheBump.com .

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35 Top Travel-Inspired Baby Names

If you’re in search of beautiful, unique, and top travel-inspired baby names, stick around for a few. I’ve compiled an awesome list of 35 Top Travel-Inspired Baby Names.

Baby names associated with travel are inspirational and often well-admired by parents looking for names for little travelers to be and people who are bitten or smitten with wanderlust. The names that follow in this list are generally unique, not overused, not overly popular in baby name lists.

Many of the names in this travel names list are adventurous baby names and conjure images of such, making them well suited for any bundle of joy born to adventure loving, free-spirited parents.

And yes, these names could work for fur babies too. 😉

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With three teens and one tween now, it has been many moons since I last spent hours and hours pouring over baby names. But that doesn’t stop me from getting giddy when I hear a name that would be perfect for a baby born to a glowing mama (or daddy) with a wanderlusty soul.

This compilation is a list created by yours truly, reflecting contributions and ideas that I’ve gathered over my years of traveling, exploring, and worldschooling with my four children.

I hope there is a name (or more than one) in this list that resonates with you. In this list, you’ll find wanderlust girls names, adventurous boys names, and names that I think will melt your travel-loving heart.

Wishing you the happiest in everything and very happy baby naming ,

Julie , Creator of Wanderschool.com and Mama to 4.

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35 Top Baby Names for the Wanderlust, Travel Loving Soul

In no particular order, here is a compilation of beautiful, unique, and top travel-inspired baby names that I’ve pieced together by reflecting on my many years of traveling with four children in tow.

The Baby Names

1. Paris. Sure, Paris Hilton or Paris-Michael may come to mind, but this name promises to be a timeless, iconic, classic name. Think, “We’ll always have Paris .” -Casablanca

2. India. Love this for a baby name. For me, conjures images of beauty and strength. A name that in recent years has lost some traction on the baby name chart, at least according to the U.S. Social Security Administration, where the name has decreased in popularity since the early 2000s.

3. Geneva . If you’ve been to Geneva, you know it’s a beautiful, clean, tech-savvy city, with a lovely lake and mountain views, where women and men stroll the center streets in nice suits and magazine-cover dresses. This name has a modern, cosmopolitan, and unique, yet timeless appeal. It was a name popular in the 1920s .

4. London. Oh, London! A classy and sophisticated name for any gender. Think also cosmopolitan, hipster London, England, with coffee shops and vegan cafes. English origin meaning ‘Great River.’

5. Chamonix. A unique name that brings up images of the beautiful French Alps and year-round adventure. The perfect name for a baby born to someone who loves the mountains and adventure, or who wants a mountain inspired baby name. How to pronounce Chamonix here .

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6. Milan. Think Italy, fashion, and culture. Oooh, Baby Milan just has that unique, lovely ring.

7. Verona. Another Italian name inspired by the beautiful and charming little city of Verona. I love the city, city baby names, and this choice as a baby name. This name literally means truth.

8. Acadia . This name brings Acadia National Park in Maine, USA to mind, along with natural beauty.

9. Lexington. A sophisticated name reminiscent of Lexington Avenue in New York City, that could be shortened as a nickname to Lexi or Lex.

10. Breeze. A name that makes me think of nomadic living, full-time travel, and peaceful Mediterranean winds.

11. Cyprus. A name inspired by the island in the Eastern Mediterranean. Greek heritage or Turkish.

12. Indigo. Beyond flower children and free-spirits, this name makes me think of indigo sunsets that I’ve seen in some beautiful places during my travels.

13. Shale. This name makes me think of the mountains, like Wyoming Mountain Range, and shale rock, which I’ve found on many of my hikes and trail runs in some gorgeous places.

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14. Riva. A name that makes me think of beautiful lakes in Northern Italy. Could make a lovely baby girl name.

15. Imka. A beautiful and unique name that reminds me of the beauty of South Africa. Afrikaans origin.

16. Alene . A name inspired by Lake Coeur d’Alene in Idaho, USA–makes me think of roadtrips and camper van, camping adventures.

17. Hazel. Makes me think of sipping coffee at lux coffee shops around the globe.

18. Ragnar. This name brings images of Viking explorers and Ragnar adventure races to mind. Perhaps a perfect name for a young explorer and adventure seeker to be. Somehow this seems like it could be an awesome baby name for the child born into a family who travels the world seeking adventure races, chasing spartan races, or ultramarathon buckles.

19. Amelia. I can’t help but think of the great adventure seeker, Amelia Earhart, when I think of this timeless and captivating name. This name definitely has a more feminine vibe, but a more masculine variation of the baby name might be to drop the ‘ia’ to form Amel, which means hope or pure in Arabic.

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20. Florence. A captivating, strong, feminine name, inspired by the lovely, art and history-rich city of Florence, Italy.

21. Stowe. A unique name that will put a smile on the face of any wanderlust, traveling soul who has spent time in the beautiful Green Mountains of Vermont, USA.

22. Rainier. A cool, adventurous unisex name inspired by Washington State’s Mt. Rainier. Rain could make a cute, fun nickname.

23. Sky. This name has free-spirit, wanderlust soul written all over it.

24. Brooklyn. A name that seems to be gaining traction in baby naming, but it’s a great pick that brings the hip burrough Brooklyn, New York City to mind.

25. Charles. A classic name, but one that also conjures images of the beautiful gothic Charles Bridge in Prague.

26. Berlin . This German city name could be a strong, powerful, unisex baby name.

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27. Rio . Sure, you might think of Rio in Good Girls, but those overflowing with wanderlust might also think Rio de Janeiro, the seaside city in Brazil.

28. Valencia. A name inspired by the gorgeous Valencia region of Spain.

29. Denali. A captivating, adventurous baby name, inspired by one of the world’s tallest mountains and the tallest peak in the United States (Alaska, 20,310 ft.)

30. Camino . A name that might traveling souls of The Way or The Camino de Santiago, the pilgrimage hiking route throughout Europe and across Spain. If you haven’t watched the movie, The Way , you should. It changed my life .

31. Norway . A cool name for a child born to parent(s) who love anything Nordic or Winter, like Nordic skiing.

32. Ocean . A travel-inspired baby name, thanks to too-many-to-count trans-oceanic flights.

33. Esja. Inspired by Mount Esja, which is the mountain range not far from Reykjavik, Iceland. My kids and I ran this mountain several years back.

34. Cruz. A name inspired by Puerto de la Cruz, a city on the north coast of Tenerife, one of Spain’s magnificant Canary Islands.

35. Elio. A Spanish name, overflowing with sun-drenched travel inspiration. The name means Sun God. In Spain, it’s a somewhat popular boy’s name.

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Drop a comment and tell me what you think about these top travel-inspired baby names. Do you have any favorite travel names? Any names that remind you of exploring or travel? Names that mean adventure for you? If so, I’d love to hear them! Oh, and if you think any of the names above are already popular traveller names (or too popular) drop a note and tell me that, too! 😉

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I was considering Hazel for my daughter’s name before she was born. We ended up naming her Sophia, because we just liked the name. I have now learned that Sofia is a popular name for a city around the world. It also reminds me of visiting the Hagia Sophia in Istanbul Turkey in my 20’s. I love how names can invoke memories, and feelings, and connections to people and places.

Yes, they sure do invoke memories and feelings! Sophia is a beautiful name!

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What are the best travel-themed baby names? Choosing a baby name can be tough. For me, I looked for a bit of inspiration from what I love most- travel! Whilst some were not really our style, some names we really loved. So I thought I’d share with you some of my findings in this post on the top- travel-themed baby names.

Travel-themed baby names

For hubby and I, travel has always been an important part of our lives. We had both travelled extensively before we met, and we have continued to travel together. We had a travel themed wedding. We also had a travel-themed pregnancy announcement. We then made a travel-themed girls’ nursery. So why not continue the theme with a name?

I searched the Internet far and wide for inspiration. There were lots of travel-themed baby names that hubby and I liked for girls, but we weren’t so keen on the boys names. I tried for Atlas but my husband wouldn’t go for it… haha

In the end we had a little girl called Isla Mae. Isla means island in Spanish so there was our link to travel. It also turns out to be a very popular name worldwide, but not always with the same spelling. In Turkey, for example, Ayla (with the same pronunciation) is very common. We chose Mae because it is a popular Thai name, which is one of our favourite countries to travel to.

During my extensive research, however, I came across a lot more travel-themed baby names. Here are some of the most common!

Travel-themed baby names: Girls

Florence- a city in Italy . Also means ‘to flourish’

Aurora: A city in Illinois. Also the official name of the Northern Lights- Aurora Borealis

Sydney- a city in Australia

Isla- island in Spanish

Savannah- a city in Georgia

Alexandria- a city in Egypt

India – after the country

Sahara- a desert in Northern Africa

Paris- a city in France

Nara- has Gaelic roots meaning happy. A region in Japan

Saya- a Japanese name meaning sheath for a sword. It denotes peace

Skye- named after Isle of Skye in Scotland. Also pronounced ‘sky’, as in to travel by airplane

Dominika- a Caribbean island. Comes from the Latin word for Sunday

Zaria- Arabic for ‘flower’. Also a Nigerian city

Travel-themed baby names: Boys

Austin- a city in Texas

Aspen- a city in Colorado

Easton- a city in Pennsylvania

Orlando- City in Florida

Hudson- river in New York

Jordan- a country in the Middle East

Phoenix- a city in Arizona

Rio- a city in Brazil

Tyree- second tallest mountain in Antarctica

Hamilton- a city in New Zealand

Miles- a measure of distance

Atlas- a map

Christopher- Patron Saint of Travel

Jericho- place in Israel, also a biblical location

Marco- a famous explorer

Phileas- from the novel Around the World in 8 Days

Brooklyn- an area of New York

Gulliver- after the film Gulliver Travels

Darwin- founder of evolution in the Galapagos Islands

So that’s my list of favourite travel-themed baby names. Do you have any others that you would recommend? Drop them in the comments below, I’d love to hear them!

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60 Travel Inspired Baby Names for Boys and Girls

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If you’re a keen traveller then it only makes sense that you might be on the hunt for special travel inspired baby names, or want to name your little one after a place. There are lots of gorgeous travel inspired baby names and place baby names giving us a serious case of wanderlust! We’ve rounded up our favourites.

You might be worried that opting for travel inspired baby names may be too quirky a choice but we think there are lots of incredible, unique picks as well as some that give a more subtle nod to your inner explorer.

Place baby names are a good choice if you’ve got somewhere special in mind though of course, not everywhere will work. Florence has far more of a ring to it than Glasgow! We’re kidding (sort of). Of course, you don’t need to have visited somewhere to choose a travel inspired baby name, you may just really like it and that’s fine too.

Whatever your taste, we’ve rounded up 60 of our favourite travel inspired baby names for girls and boys, many of which are gender neutral too, and we think there will be some strong contenders to add to your baby name lists!

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20 Travel Inspired Girls’ Names

Alaska – Native American place name meaning “great land”
Alexandria – an Egyptian place name
Alma – meaning “independent spirit”
Aurora – the Roman Goddess of Sunrise and associated with the Northern Lights
Beatrix – Latin for “voyager” or “traveller”
Carmel – an Israeli place name
Dakota – an American place name
Florence – an Italian place name
Geneva – a Swiss place name
India – a place name
Isla – meaning “island”
Juno – Goddess of the Land and an Irish place name
Kaya – a city in Africa and meaning “wise beyond her years”
Mali – a country in West Africa
Paris – a French place name
Savannah – an American place name or a grassy plain, associated with Africa
Sienna – an Italian place name
Sofia – a Bulgarian place name
Vienna – an Austrian place name
Zaria – a Nigerian place name

20 Travel Inspired Boys’ Names

Atlas – Greek meaning “to carry”
Austin – American place name
Arran – a Scottish isle
Boston – American place name
Caspian – the Caspian sea; the world’s largest lake
Christopher – after Christopher Columbus and St. Christopher; a symbol of safe travel
Cruz – meaning “cross” or reminiscent of travel
Devon/Devan – an English place name
Everest – like the mountain
Forrest – a nature name meaning “forest”
Hudson – the river in New York
Israel – a Middle Eastern country
Jackson – an American place name
Jet – from the gemstone or reminiscent of travel
Noah – Hebrew meaning “wanderer”
Oslo – a Norwegian place name
Phoenix – American place name
Rhodes – a Greek island
Roman – people of Rome
Wilder – meaning “untamed”

20 Travel Inspired Gender Neutral Names

Aspen – a Colorado ski destination
Brooklyn – a suburb of New York City
Cairo – Egyptian place name
Cove – a small sheltered bay
Cyprus – an island in the Eastern Mediterranean
Eden – paradise
Haven – meaning “place of safety”
Indigo – Indian dye
Jordan – a Middle Eastern country
Kai – Hawaiian meaning “sea”
Lucca – an Italian place name
Milan – an Italian place name
Nola – a nickname for New Orleans
Ocean – giving us serious wanderlust vibes
Rio – a Brazilian place name
River – a gorgeous gender neutral nature name
Romi/Romy – meaning “my height”
Sailor – meaning “boat man”
Skye/Sky – like the sky, or the Isle of Skye
Sydney – Australian place name

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50 Unique Baby Names Inspired by Travel & Geography

If you have travel on your mind and a baby in your belly, you will love this list of geographical baby names, both within the United States and beyond. Baby names inspired by our favorite places are trending this year, and these beautiful names will show you why. Many are unisex , so we’ve skipped the “baby names for girls” and “baby names for boys” restrictions so you can choose what sounds right for your baby. Also, be sure to check out our literary and classic baby names.

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Alexandria This Mediterranean port city in Egypt was founded in 331BC by Alexander the Great.

Bria This beautiful name is also a town in the Central African Republic.

Cairo Meaning the victorious in Egyptian, Cairo is the capital of Egypt and the largest city in the Arab world.

Cyprus A small island country in the Mediterranean Sea, Cyprus has long been known for its minerals, wines, and natural beauty.

Devon This county in South West England is known for its gorgeous coastline and sandy beaches.

Everest This mountain, Earth’s highest, is located in the Himalayas.

Farim A town in northern Guinea-Bissau, a country in West Africa. A crater on Mars is named after the town.

Geneva This city in Switzerland is surrounded by the Alps and Jura mountains and is a global hub for diplomacy and banking.

Holland Although Holland is frequently used to refer to the country of the Netherlands, it specifically refers to a geographical region on the country’s western coast.

India This South Asian country has a rich history, diverse culture, and beautiful landscapes.

Israel This Middle Eastern country on the Mediterranean Sea is considered the biblical Holy Land by Jews, Christians and Muslims.

Jordan Home to several archaeological, religious and tourist sights, including Petra and the Dead Sea, Jordan has a rich history to explore.

Kingston The capital and largest city in Jamaica, Kingston is a popular place for tourists and is known for its natural harbor.

London London, the capital and largest city both of England and the United Kingdom, has a rich history dating back to the Bronze Age.

Nile This river in northeastern Africa flows into the Mediterranean Sea. Folks have relied on the river for more than 5,000 years to give them food, water, transportation, and fertile land.

Odessa The main trading and fishing port of Ukraine, Odessa is known as the Ukrainian pearl.

Rio The namesake of Rio de Janeiro in Brazil is famous for Carnival, samba, bossa nova and it’s gorgeous landscapes.

Sahara Home of dinosaur fossils and dunes that can reach 600 feet high, the Saraha is our largest hot desert.

Samara The name is of Arabic origin and means guardian or protected by God. It’s also a large industrial city in Russia.

Selima Arabic for peace, Selima is an oasis in the Sudan.

Siena This city in Tuscany is known for medieval brick buildings. Milan and Florence are other Italian cities that make great baby names.

Sofia Sofia, the capital and largest city of Bulgaria, has many mineral springs and is surrounded by mountainsides.

Sydney The most populous city in Australia, Sydney is home to a world-famous opera house, a stunning harbor and great beaches.

Valencia Founded as a Roman colony in 138 BC, Valencia is now a bustling city in Spain.

Yala Yala is the most visited national park in Sri Lanka and borders the Indian Ocean.

Zaria A city in Nigeria, Zaria was originally known as Zazzau but was renamed in the 16th century after Queen Zaria.

Geographical Baby Names Inspired by Travel in the United States

Aspen If you love skiing or beautiful mountain towns, Colorado’s Aspen is a great choice for a baby name.

Austin Known for its music, tech culture and outdoor fun, Austin is both a popular name and place.

Aurora Located just east of Denver, Colorado, the city of Aurora is known for its laidback atmosphere and art scene.

Brooklyn This NYC borough boasts Coney Island, Prospect Park, and amazing New York-style pizza.

Camden If you’re more of a Jersey person than a New Yorker, Camden is a Scottish name meaning winding valley.

Carolina Whether you’re a fan of the northern or southern state, Carolina makes a sweet girl’s name with nicknames like Caro or Lina.

Cheyenne If you like rodeos and Western culture, consider naming your child after the capital city of Wyoming.

Dakota The Dakota people are a sub-tribe of the Sioux, and Dakota gives its name to two states as well as a number of cities and counties around the US.

Francisco The Gold Rush, cable cars, the Golden Gate Bridge, and a vibrant food scene are some of the things we love about San Francisco.

Georgia Name your little peach after this southeastern state that’s home to other baby name options, including Augusta and Savannah.

Helena The rolling hills, soaring mountains and historical tourist attractions of Helena, Montana, make for an inspiring baby name.

Hudson Calling all history buffs: Hudson, NY, was the first city to be incorporated after the thirteen colonies became the US.

Indiana If you’re a fan of basketball, farmland, corn, or the Indy 500, Indiana would make a good baby name for you.

Juneau Both a mountain town and a coastal area, this Alaskan city is one of our country’s most scenic.

Laredo This Texas city is located on the north bank of the Rio Grande and joins other Texas places as popular baby names: Dallas, Tyler, Houston, Austin and Antonio.

Lincoln The capital of Nebraska, Lincoln is a university city with lots of museums and cultural attractions.

Michigan With the longest freshwater coastline in the US, it’s no surprise this state is known for fishing.

Nola A nickname for New Orleans, Nola celebrates Creole cuisine, Mardi Gras, and the French Quarter.

Phoenix This desert metropolis in Arizona is known for its stunning landscape, cacti, and year-round warm, sunny weather.

Salem You’ve heard of the Salem witch trials, but this city in Massachusetts is also a historic town with a rich maritime history.

Savannah This Georgia city has a Southern charm, thanks to its cobblestone streets, horse-drawn carriages, and stunning architecture.

Sedona Its colorful red rock formations will take your breath away. This Arizona town is also known as a haven for spiritual wellness.

Trenton Known as the place where George Washington won his first victory in the War of Independence, this New Jersey city maintains its colonial charm.

Tyree Growing in popularity as a boy’s name, Tyree is also a community in Georgia.

Zion People visit this Utah national park from all over the world to see its sandstone canyons, waterfalls, and high plateaus.

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Popular travel-inspired baby names

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Go around the world with these iconic baby names

By Diva Anwari June 15, 2022

Searching for the perfect baby name can be one of the more exciting things to research before your little one gets here. You might have already looked at celebrity baby names or possibly your favorite show ( Bridgerton baby names, anyone?) for ideas but if you’re looking for a name that sparks a happy memory then you might consider travel-inspired baby names.

And what’s one thing that can take you back to a magical moment like your honeymoon, proposal or wedding location? The name, of course! Maybe you honeymooned in Sydney because you just had to see the famous opera house. Maybe your partner proposed under the glittering lights of the Eiffel Tower in Paris. Or, maybe you had a lovely rustic wedding in Boston. Whatever place calls to your heart might be the place to consider naming your baby after.

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It’s no wonder naming your baby after iconic cities and countries is a growing trend in America. Bounce conducted a study over 20 years, from 2000 to 2020, and found the most popular travel-inspired baby names. Starting with the most popular baby names for boys and ending with popular baby names inspired by cities—Bounce even gives a little bit of historical context for the top performers in each category.

Scroll down to see what iconic places made the list!

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4. Kingston

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2. Alexandria

6. Carolina

7. Guadalupe

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5. Malaysia

9. Trinidad

Travel-inspired baby names: capital cities

2. Kingston

7. Hamilton

10. Nairobi

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Nothing beats a trip around the world, but referencing your vacation pics isn’t the only way to reminisce. Naming your newborn after a destination you adore is a way to keep your travel memories alive and top of mind 365 days a year. Here, 16 travel-inspired baby names that are totally unique and fun.

1. Valencia

The port city of Spain, this name means “brave.”

For a boy or girl

The state capital of Texas means “magic” and “dignity.” (Also, most likely to grow up to love the music scene.)

3. Brooklyn

Named for the New York borough-turned-brand. (Baby-sized Converse required.)

This name stems from a type of poplar tree in the west (aka near Colorado) that has pretty heart-shaped leaves.

5. Cheyenne

It’s the capital of Wyoming, known for its sweeping plains.

Sure, it’s a vibrant city in England, but it also means “fortress of the moon.”

7. Savannah

This Georgia-inspired name means “from the open plain.” (Also, destined to anchor the Today show.)

This name—which hails from Arizona—refers to a mythological bird that continually recycles his life so stays strong and renewed.

9. Florence

Named for the vibrant Italian city, it means “to flower or blossom.”

An abbreviated version of the famous seaside city in Brazil. Directly translated, it means “river.”

11. Victoria

It means “victory.” It’s also named for a number of gorgeous places from Canada to Australia.

This name refers to the second tallest mountain in Antarctica. (Bonus: You can call him Ty for short.)

Inspired by the city of light, the name means “lover” (of fashion, probably).

Derived from the river that runs between Jordan and Israel, the name means “descend” and “flow down.”

The Australian city means “south of the water.”

16. Hamilton

Named for the breathtaking city in New Zealand. (Or, OK yeah, the priciest ticket on Broadway.)

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The Best Travel-inspired Baby Names

Picking a name for your baby is a daunting, nearly impossible task for most of us. If you’re anything like me, you want to find a unique baby name that means something to you!!!! Whether you want it to be strong and classic, or one-of-a-kind unique, you want it to spark you, and sometimes, you just need to see some more options!! When we were coming up with our baby boy’s name, I scoured the internet for ALL the names and tried to see which ones spoke to me. We wanted an ode to travel, and I didn’t find a ton of travel-related baby name sites that I resonated with for GOOD baby name options that spoke to travel lovers like us! SO, I made this list of all of the best ones. Enjoy!!!

THE BEST TRAVEL-INSPIRED BABY BOY NAMES

Rome – This is one of the best travel baby boy names in my opinion. You could make the formal form ‘Roman’ and call him Rome. It also makes a beautiful middle name! Rome to me conjures up images of ancient Rome, the Romans, history, and Italy. Strong and handsome!

Jet – This one is for the boys that are born to jet-set.

Rio – this name could be for ‘river’ or for Brazil’s most famous city, Rio! Could be a fun middle name, too.

West – West is an ode to the Wild West, exploration and finding a new frontier. You could make the formal form Weston, or keep it as West.

East or Easton – Maybe you and your family are from the East coast, or you just love this name!

Christopher – while this name is a classic, it also has a travel meaning! Christopher is the patron saint of travel

Noah – another classic that has a travel meaning. Noah means ‘wandering’.

Hudson – named for the Hudson River, this is such a strong name for a baby with New York roots!

Sawyer – this name is named after the protagonist adventurer in Mark Twain’s books.

Kai – means ‘Ocean’ in Hawaiian!

Austin – named for the city of Austin, this can be a great travel name for a boy

Atlas – this wise, old-soul baby boy name has everything to do with travel and exploration.

THE BEST TRAVEL-INSPIRED BABY GIRL NAMES

Sydney – named for Australia’s beautiful coastal city, Sydney is one of the most popular travel baby names

Capri – I love this Italy-inspired name for a baby girl!

Savannah – this adorable southern belle name is so cute!

Sienna – named for the beautiful city in Italy, Sienna is a gorgeous name for a baby girl!

Callie – this one could be a really cute baby name that’s an ode to California

Alaska – Alaska is a beautiful name for a baby girl!

Venice – I have a friend named Venice and it’s beautiful!

Carolina – This beautiful name can be pronounced ‘Carol-eena’, a popular name in hispanic culture, or ‘Carolina’ like North Carolina.

Isla – this name literally means ‘island’, and is perfect for a little travel lover.

Skye or Skylar – While not directly related to travel, this name is still ‘travelly’ and a beautiful option!

London – This popular city baby name conjures up images of a posh little girl ready to take on the big city.

Saylor – Kristen Cavallari named her daughter Saylor and I love it. It’s such a cute travel-related baby girl name option!

Terra – this name means ‘the planet earth’

Sierra – named for the Sierra mountains, this little girl will be a born adventurer!

Aspen – named for Colorado’s famous glamorous city of Aspen , this could be a cute middle name too!

Whether you’re looking for the most popular baby girl names inspired by travel, or the most creative unique boy and girl baby names inspired by travel, I hope you found some good inspiration here!

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If you want your little bundle of joy to become a wanderlust and seek interesting adventures in life, your search for baby names meaning traveler, can end here. Travelling entails being on the lookout for great things, being adventurous, and experiencing interesting incidents along the way that usually fall beyond the realm of one’s normal routines. Travelers are not ready to settle for the mundane kind of life. And if that is what you had in mind for yourself and now for your little one as well, read on as we bring you some meaningful babies that mean traveler, seeker, or wanderer. Pick out the one that intrigues you the most.

Boy Names That Mean Traveler, Wanderer, Or Seeker

Ace means ”winner.” The English name represents an adventurous soul who loves to take risks. The short name is powerful and evokes a person with a winning mentality.

The name is derived from Hebrew and means “exile” or “voyager.” Arvad is also the only inhabited island in Syria in the Mediterranean Sea.

A famous Egyptian, Indian, and Jordanian name with Hebrew roots, it means to fly or soar.

4. Ahascharah

This unique Sanskrit name has a beautiful Vedic ring to it. Ahascharah means “the day wanderer.”

This is a Hindi-origin name with various meanings, including water, cloud, and traveler.

6. Aniveshak

This Indian name means “one who finds” or “seeker.” It has been associated with many celebrities and rulers over the ages.

7. Brandan, Brendan , Brendon

An Anglicized version of the Irish name Breandán, this name means “ Prince .” The name was popularized by Saint Brendan, who is also called “the Navigator,” “the Voyager,” “the Anchorite,” and “the Bold.”

Bahis is a Quranic male name meaning seeker, learner, researcher, or explorer.

A roaming soul is referred to as a Charaka. The word is of Indian origin and means “vagabond” or “traveler.”

10. Christopher

It is a Greek-origin word meaning “Christ-bearer.” St Christopher is the patron saint of all travelers.

This English name resonates with a climber or a traveler in search of heights, with eyes set on the peak of a cliff. Famous personalities with this name include the singer Cliff Richards and American actor Cliff Robertson.

The name Csaba finds its origins in Hungarian mythology. It refers to a shepherd , one who wanders with his cattle.

This is a Dutch name meaning “wanderer.”

This is a unisex name of Irish and Gaelic origin and means wanderer or pilgrim.

It is believed that this English name is an amalgamation of two names, namely Dwayne and Wade . Dwade means the “dark traveler.” Some say the name may have originated in the US.

Emin Pasha of the Ottoman Empire was one of the greatest explorers in German history. Although the literal meaning of the word is “trustworthy,” Emin has become synonymous with “wanderer.”

17. Faramund

It is an Old German name meaning protector of travelers. “Fara” means “journey” or “to travel” and “munt” means “to protect.”

Although a popular name in England, this Old German name comes from “fardi,” meaning “journey” and “nanthi,” meaning “venture.” Three famous Holy Roman emperors and several Spanish and Italian kings have borne this name.

The unisex English name is a diminutive form of Ferdinand and means “journey ready.”

This old English name refers to a traveler, preacher, or messenger bringing the good news.

21. Ferdinand

This has been given to many powerful leaders through the ages. This name of German origin means “bold traveler” or “voyager.”

Also used as a common noun, this word refers to people who are constant wanderers. Gypsies do not live in one place for long, and this English name brings to mind the personality of a traveler, a roamer.

This Native American name means “one who wanders or seeks.”

24. Jagatbehari

The name Jagatbehari means “world traveler.” The word is of Indian origin and is a masculine name. Hindus usually use this name.

As an English name, Jal has a unique ring to it. It refers to one who is a “wandering spirit” or a “traveler.”

26. Jahanjuy

This Parsi name means “seeker of the world.”

It is derived from the English word “jet,” which literally means power and speed. It denotes movement, travel and adventure.

28. Jeffrey / Geoffrey

This English name has many meanings, one of which is “traveler.” The name has many variants and short forms, such as Jeff and Geoff. Many notable people have this popular name, including Jeff Bridges and Jeff Bezos.

29. Kevalin

Meaning “Seeker of the Absolute,” Kevalin is a Sanskrit name of Indian origin.

Kymani is a name of East African Origin. Bob Marley chose this name for one of his sons, as it meant “adventurous traveler,” and Marley himself was a seeker.

31. Lokachari

This Sanskrit name means “wanderer of the Earth.” People with this name are known to be seekers of religion, spirituality, and wisdom.

This Egyptian male name means “traveler.” Some similar-sounding names are Masha , Misha , Meshia, Moishe , Moosha, and Moshe .

33. Naikasanucharah

This unique Sanskrit name for boys means “wanderer over the peaks.”

The name Nerio is a popular unisex first name in Italy and the US. It is of Latin and Greek origin and means “sea traveler.”

Nestor finds its origin in Greek Mythology. Nestor, the son of Neleus, the King of Pylos and Chloris, was a wise voyager. The word literally means “one who returns from travels.”

Noah was a famous Biblical traveler who built a giant ark to save the animals from disaster. This Hebrew name means “wanderer.”

This Indian name is common amongst Jains and Hindus and refers to one who is a “traveler.”

A derivative of Pathik, this Indian name also means “traveler.”

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Pippin was the name of a hobbit in the 1954 original version of The Lord of the Rings. It is a nickname for Peregrin, which means “pilgrim” or “traveler.”

40. Peregrine

Derived from the Latin word Peregrinus, this name means “one from abroad,” “a traveler,” “foreigner,” or “pilgrim.”

This English name means “wanderer.” It could be a derivation from the longer name Peregrine or a name in itself.

A beautiful male name, it means “brave wanderer” and finds its origin in Tibet.

A name of Indian origin, Raahi refers to a “traveler.” ‘Raah’ means “path,” and Raahi means “one traveling on a path.”

44. Raaheel

A name of Indian origin, Raaheel is a masculine name that means “traveler.” This name is commonly used by Hindus and Muslims.

A wanderer by nature, Ravid is a Hebrew name given to a boy child. It is associated with a big brother who takes pride in taking care of their younger siblings. Ravid is also the name of a famous mountain in Israel.

Romer is a German name. It refers to “one who roams or has wandering roots.” It’s also another word for “pilgrim.”

This name is commonly used for pets but is also used to refer to adventurous children. The English term means “wanderer or traveler.”

48. Satyesu

Meaning “the seeker of truth,” this Indian name resonates with people who are open-minded and fearless. People with this name are excited to explore and often have a gypsy-like personality. They seek adventure and freedom.

The term Scott is of Gaelic origin. The English call people from Scotland as Scotts, but in Scotland, this boy-name means “wanderer.”

50. Sekgolokhane

Sekgolokhane is a Basotho name. Te unique name means a “wanderer” and is commonly used within the community itself.

This male name originated from Norway and is derived from the Old Norse name “Stigandr,” which means “wanderer.” Another translation of the word is “swift on his feet.”

This name is also another modern derivation of the Old Norse name “Stigandr.” Stig is also a Scandinavian name meaning “one who wanders.”

This Indian name means “seeker of God.”

54. Somerled

This is the Anglicized version of the Old Norse or Scottish name Sumarliði. It means a “summer traveler.”

55. Sumarlidr

This Norwegian name of Old Norse origin means “summer traveler.” It is a strong, masculine name.

it is a direct Quranic name that means “one who seeks knowledge” or a “seeker. The word also means “student.”

This Muslim name with Arabic origins means “the seeker of truth.” The name gained popularity after Talib Shabib, a famous Iraqi politician, shot to fame with his planned coup against President Abdul Karim Qassim.

Tarka was the name of the (male) otter protagonist of Henry Williamson’s 1927 novel Tarka the Otter. The word literally means “wandering like water.”

Trent means trespasser or traveler. This male name is of English origin. The name is usually found amongst Christians.

Quite like the word “trip,” this English name also means “journey.” In old English, the name also referred to a dancer.

61. Ulysses

This famous wanderer in Homer’s Greek epic poem Odyssey was an angry and wrathful soul. Ulysses is the Latinized version of Odysseus, the protagonist of the poem.

This masculine name of Norwegian origin literally means “winter traveler.”

63. Vipinbehari

This Indian name means “Forest wanderer.” This name is used in Bengali, Gujarati, Hindi, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Tamil, Oriya, Telugu, and almost all Indian Hindu languages and communities.

Wayman is an English name. It means wanderer or traveler. Some famous personalities with this name are Wayman Britt, a retired American basketball player, Charlie Wayman, an English footballer, and Wayman Crow, one of the founders of the Washington University.

Wendel was a popular name in the 1940s. The Dutch- and German-origin name means “wanderer” or “someone who wanders.”

This is usually a surname or family name, but some people like to use it as a first name. The English word means “wanderer.” Another meaning of the name is “of the forest.”

The name Zulan is of Zulu origin and means “wanderer.”

Girl Names That Mean Traveler, Wanderer, Or Seeker

Alissa is a variant of the Phoenician name “Elishat,” which means “wanderer.” The name has many popular variants, including Alisa and Alice.

Ahima is the female version of the Hindu male name “Ahim,” meaning “traveler” or “cloud.”

With Latin roots, this popular Celtic name was popular in the US in the mid-1900s. It has several meanings, one of which is “an independent spirit.”

Asra is a Muslim girl name with multiple meanings. The Arabic name means “to travel at night.”

72. Barbara

The Greek word “barbaros” means “a traveler from a foreign land.” This English name has been derived from “Barbaros” and Anglicized to “Barbara.” Notable women with this name include singer Barbara Streisand and first lady Barbara Bush.

73. Beatrice

The name Beatrice finds its origins in Hungary , Dutch, England, Germany, and Rome . It is derived from the Latin word “Viatrix” meaning “a voyager” or “traveler” and is lovingly shortened to “ Bea .” The name was ranked the 573rd most popular name for baby girls born in the United States in 2018.

74. Brahmacharini

This Indian name means a “seeker of Brahman.”

This English word means a “ small stream .” Name your little girl Brooke if you want her to be free-spirited like a stream. It is a great name for someone who seeks adventure and carves their own path.

A derivation of Beatrice, the Italian girl’s name means “traveler” or “voyager.”

This American name means “sorrowful wanderer.”

This name finds its roots in Gaelic. It is derived from “O Deorian” and means “pilgrim” or “wanderer.”

79. Diadra/ Deidre

A variation of Deedra, this American name also means “sorrowful wanderer.” Deidre, derived from Deirdre , was a tragic heroine in Irish mythology.

In Greek mythology, Elissa was another name for Dido, the Queen of Carthage. This name denotes a “wanderer.” It is often used as a short form of Elizabeth.

Fara is an Old High German name meaning “traveler.” The Middle Eastern version of the name spells Farah and means joy.

82. Fernanda

This name is a variation of the popular name Ferdinand. Fernanda means “a wandering spirit” and finds its roots in Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese.

This Indian name means “traveler” or “wanderer.”

The famous Tom Hanks movie Forrest Gump popularized this name. The character in the movie was a seeker who wandered into many adventures. The Old English name literally means “dweller of the woods” and can be interpreted as a saint or seeker of spirituality.

This romantic Spanish name means “wanderer” or “gypsy.”

Gypsies are known to be wanderers. They have no permanent place of residence. The name Gypsy finds its origins in the wilderness of England and represents a “Bohemian traveler.”

The Hawaiian name Haimi means “the seeker.” Haimi is also another name for Goddess Parvati in the Hindu religion.

Igashu is a Native American name for a “seeker” or “wandering spirit.” People with this name are seekers of truth and spirituality.

Isra represents a “nocturnal journey.” This name is of Arabic origin and literally means “to travel at night.”

90. Journey

Journey is a beautiful name for a baby girl. It implies she is a voyager, a seeker, a traveler, and a wanderer.

This Hawaiin name for girls means “seeker.” Kaimi is also used as a Polish name .

92. Lawanda

Lawanda is an American name for girls, and it means “little wanderer.” This name can also be found in Germany and a few English-speaking countries.

93. Margana

This Sanskrit name for girls means “seeker of truth.”

94. Marlowe

This name of English origin evokes a sense of wandering. The word literally means “driftwood” and represents a drifter.

The name Mamga finds its roots in the Swahili language. It means “wanderer.”

96. Mareesha

A name of Hindu origin, Mareesha is a name for a female child. It means “traveler.”

This feminine name of Indian origin means “traveler.” This name is commonly used amongst Hindus, Jains, and Christians.

98. Nahomtima

Nahomtima is a Chowtaw tribe name given to a girl child. It means “seeker” or “giver.”

Nijeri is a tribal name from Kikuyu land in Kenya. The name represents one who loves to visit or travel.

100. Nocona

This Native American name has an adventurous ring to it. Nocona means “wanderer” or “camper.” It is an apt name for a girl who loves the outdoors.

101. Peregrina

This name of Latin origin means a “traveler” or “pilgrim.” The name can be used for boys and girls.

It is a derivative of the Latin name Peregrina. Perry means “traveler.”

103. Pleeha

An Indian name for a female child, Pleeha means a “wanderer.”

This is a common Zulu name for females. It means a person who is a “seeker.”

Reo is a Japanese name. Although it literally means “at the summit of the mountain,” it refers to the one who seeks and travels to the summit.

A river is a “stream of water that flows to the sea.” This English name represents someone who is on an ultimate journey.

The name River holds a close connection to nature because it is loved by many. Amanda Muse, a mother and a storyteller, shares how she came up with the middle name River for her son. She says that she chose the middle name River for her son out of a deep admiration for its beauty and its profound connection to nature. River holds a special significance due to its elegant association with water, a vital element to her and her family. Living in Vancouver, surrounded by nature entwined with water, has strengthened their reverence for it. For her, water symbolizes the ebb and flow of life—a reminder that amidst life’s fluctuations, water continues its steady course, reflecting the resilience and dynamism inherent in life’s journey ( i ).

This Arabic name is derived from its popular version “ Sarah ,” which means “traveler.” This name is common worldwide.

This feminine name of Kazakh origin means “supporter” or “traveler.”

109. Sojourner

This name means a “traveler.” It was popularized by Sojourner Truth, the African American women’s rights activist.

110. Somerild

This Scandinavian name is popular in England as a girl’s name. It means a “summer traveler.”

111. Sutapa

This name finds its roots in Orissa, India. It means “Seeker of God.” A famous person with this name is Sutapa Basu, the Indian author of the best-selling book Padmavati.

112. Talibah

This is a Quranic name for girls. It means a “ seeker of knowledge ” or “pursuer.” It also means “student.”

113. Traviata

This Italian female name means “astray” or “wanderer.”

A derivative of Wanda, Vanda means ‘wanderer.’ The name has its origins in Germany and Spain.

This Polish name was made famous after the 1980s movie A Fish Called Wanda. The name means “wanderer.” It was the 47th most popular girl’s name in the United States in 1934.

116. Wande/Wandie/Wandy

These are variations of the name “Wanda,” and refers to a”‘wanderer.”

117. Yayati

This is a female name of Indian origin. Yayati is a name usually given to a Hindu child. It means “wanderer” or “traveler.”

This Spanish name means “the seeker.” One may find its origin in the Italian word Zita, meaning “young girl” or as a pet name for the Hungarian name Felicita. In Greek, the word means “the hunter .” A hunter is also a seeker.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How do baby names that mean traveler reflect a sense of adventure and wanderlust?

Baby names that mean traveler evoke a sense of adventure; they pique people’s interest, encourage experimentation, and foster a spirit of exploration. Parents picking such names hope their little one will live a life full of adventure and independence.

2. What are some positive qualities associated with the meaning of traveler in baby names?

According to numerology, traveler-themed names are frequently associated with positive traits such as friendliness and approachability. Individuals with such a name tend to possess a warm and calm nature, a keen sense of style, and a deep appreciation for belongings. However, these qualities may not be the same for everyone named on this theme.

3. What factors should parents consider when choosing a name with the meaning of traveler for their baby?

When choosing a name for your child, researching its historical and cultural significance is crucial. You may choose names for their uniqueness or popularity based on your preference but remember uncommon names might lead to mispronunciations. Also, consider pairing the given name with another meaningful name to add depth to its significance.

While you look for the most-suited name for your baby, you want it to be unique and meaningful. It should be fabulous yet easy to spell, remember and pronounce. If you love traveling, these names for travelers could match your naming preferences. These names are derived from various origins and have a touch of travel and adventure. Each name has a distinctive essence but goes by the same meaning of a seeker, traveler, or wanderer. So go ahead and pick the one most suited for your little explorer.

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50+ Wanderlust Baby Names for Parents Who Love Travel & Adventure

The desire to travel live deep within you? Why not pass on this passion to your little adventurer with a travel-inspired baby name? We happen to have 50 great adventure baby names to pick from.

Check out our favourite wanderlust baby names to keep the adventuring spirit growing with the newest member of your family.

Our top ten wanderlust baby names

Names with a travelling vibe .

Isla – means ‘island’
Rhodes – a play on ‘roads’ and one of the Greek Islands
Rome – both a city and a play on the word ‘roam’
Terra – means ‘the planet earth’
Christopher – the patron saint of travel
Mercury – the Roman god of travel
Marlow – means driftwood, a lovely symbol for travel
Everest – after the mountain, of course
West – East is also cute

Travel-inspired meanings

Beatrix – means ‘voyager’ or ‘traveller’
Vett – Short for Vettel, which means ‘winter traveller.’ Or you could opt for Somerled, meaning ‘summer traveller’.
Farrah – means ‘travel’
Ferdinand – means ‘journey’
Saira – means ‘traveller’
Doran – means ‘wanderer’
Faron – means ‘wanderer’
Noah – means ‘wandering’
Scott – means ‘wanderer’
Alissa/ Elissa – means ‘wanderer’
Faer – means ‘traveller, a messenger of good news’
Jal – means ‘traveller’ or ‘wanderer’
Kymani – means ‘adventurous traveller’
Alma – means ‘independent spirit’
Cain – means ‘wandering spirit’

Names of famous adventurers

Valentina – named after Valentina Tereshkova, the first woman to travel into space
Merida – named after the heroine in ‘Brave’
Alice – the curious heroine in Alice’s Adventurers in Wonderland
Amelia – named after Amelia Earhart, the first woman to fly across the Atlantic Ocean
Sawyer – The adventurer in Mark Twain’s books. Huck also works
Emin – named after Emin Pasha, a German explorer
Freya – named after Freya Stark, an Anglo -Italian explorer and travel writer
Mae – named after Mae Jemison, the first African-American to travel to space
Osa – named after Osa Johnson, an adventurer, photographer, and writer
Nellie – named after journalist Nellie Bly, who took a trip around the world
Fraser – named after Simon Fraser, a Canadian explorer
Hudson – named after Henry Hudson, an English explorer

Geographical baby names

There are so many geographical baby names (Sydney, Adelaide, Paris, London, Dallas, Austin, Madison, Charlotte, to name a few). But we’ve narrowed it down to our top ten.

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19 Best Baby Names Inspired by Travel

The best baby names inspired by travel.

Are you a regular traveler? A gypsy who flits from one country to the next glamorous or adventurous destination who also just happens to have a baby on the way? Perhaps the travel is more of the dreaming and planning variety rather than the real lifestyle you lead.

Regardless, you can definitely take inspiration from the names of cities, states, countries and even attractions that could be a perfect match for your little babe. Here are some of the trendiest baby names inspired by travel that just might give your little one a glimpse of wanderlust.

There is no doubt that Paris is an elegant, historical city with an internationally renowned art, fashion and literature heritage. France's capital city is also known for wonderful food (croissants, baguettes, crepes) and some of the most fashionable styles to date.

The parents of Paris Jackson and Paris Hilton must certainly have hoped some elegance and a sense of chic would be imparted to their daughters.

This Australian capital city is lesser known amongst travelers than Sydney and Melbourne. It has played home to major arts festivals and is known in Australia for being both the rainy city and the city of churches.

Adelaide, as a name, is derived from the Germanic name Adalheidis (meaning "noble natured"). There are several variations of it, including Adalyn, Addie and even Adele.

Brooklyn is a New York City borough named after the Dutch village of Breukelen . It's also a destination in Canada, Australia and the Netherlands.

Brooklyn Beckham, the famous son of Victoria “Posh” Beckham and David Beckham, has established himself as a photographer and student now living in the United States.

Both a country in The Caucasus region and a U.S. southern state, Georgia is a popular name with various origins. The country of Georgia’s motto, “Strength is in unity,” provides quite the mantra for your little one, while Ray Charles’ “Georgia on My Mind” already offers an ode that you can play while baby is still in utero.

Daughter of Jerry Hall and Rolling Stones’ frontman Mick Jagger, Georgia May Jagger also epitomizes rockstar-model coolness.

Atlanta is a city with a lot of history, known as the cradle of the civil rights movement during the 1950s and 1960s. After all, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was born here.

Atlanta de Cadenet , daughter of actress, model and socialite Amanda de Cadenet and ex-Strokes musician Nick Valensi, is a famous example of how glamorous this name can be.

The hippy-turned-hipster vibe of San Francisco makes this name a popular one among new, trendy parents who enjoy this City by the Bay.

This name of Spanish origin means “Frenchman or free man." Plus, several famous baseball players are named Francisco, including Francisco Lindor and Francisco Cervelli of Cleveland Indians and Pittsburgh Pirates fame, respectively.

Australia’s unofficial capital city, Sydney is home to the world famous Opera House and a major cultural and economic hub of the country. If travelers don’t go for the Opera House, they certainly go for the Harbour Bridge and the heavenly white sand and sparkling sea of Bondi Beach.

Famous Sydneys include Sydney Leroux , a female Canadian-born Olympic medalist soccer player, and Sydney Pollack , the male film director.

This popular girls’ name is derived from the Italian city of Siena (sometimes spelled Sienna). After all, Sienna was amongst the top 10 names given to baby girls from 2006 to 2007 in several states of Australia. It has also been popular in Great Britain and New Zealand, and continues to rise in popularity in the U.S., currently ranked No. 186 on the Social Security Administration's (SSA) baby name list.

Perhaps the most famous Sienna is British-American actress Sienna Miller .

Austin is the state capital of Texas, known as the “weirdest” place in Texas with its “Keep Austin Weird” slogan. Naming your kid after the Live Music Capital of the World would be perfect if you’re also interested in music.

Currently ranking No. 80 on the SSA baby name list for boys, the name has dropped from the No. 23 spot in 2000.

The capital of Bulgaria, Sofia is the largest city in this European country. It also happens to be the fifth most popular girl’s name on the SSA’s baby list (spelled as Sophia); however, this spelling version is still ranked No. 17.

Located at the foot of Vitosha Mountain, the city is midway between the Black Sea and the Adriatic Sea. It is home to the country's major universities, museums and galleries and also the commercial hub of Bulgaria. In 2013, it was classified as Europe's most affordable capital city to visit. A popular actress, Sofia Vergara is inspiration for any parent seeking a feminine name with European flair.

Juneau, the capital of Alaska, is the anglicized spelling of Juno. For the adventurous parent, naming your child after this remote location is quite unique, but it really could have several meanings.

The titular character played by Ellen Page in the 2007 movie, the name Juno can equally be a male or a female name. Juno was Jupiter's wife, the goddess of finance and queen of the heavens in Roman mythology.

A Scottish name meaning “winding valley,” several cities and neighborhoods carry this popular name. Perhaps best known, however, is the London Borough of Camden, famous for being a haven of counter culture with a bustling open-air market and active night scene. It’s also a popular port city in New Jersey.

This boy’s name is growing in popularity in the U.S., currently ranking No. 152, up from No. 362 in 2000.

This South Asian country is home to more than 1.4 billion people. Many associate the country with the spiritual practice of yoga and the home of spicy, tangy food. It is home to the Taj Mahal and the city of Varanasi, where the dead are released into the river to ease their travel into the afterlife.

Cultural and intriguing alike, it is also popular in Hollywood — at least as a name. Chris Hemsworth, the famous Australian actor, and his Spanish actress wife Elsa Pataky named their daughter India Rose .

Incorporated in 1837, in less than 70 years, Chicago had already become the fifth-largest city in the world. An international destination for culture, finance, commerce, technology and transportation, the Windy City is well known for its skyscraper-studded skyline and for inspiring the musical “Chicago.”

And, of course, we can’t forget that the third child of Kanye West and Kim Kardashian West is named Chicago , or Chi for short.

Chelsea as a city and a suburb can be found in the United Kingdom, Australia and the United States. As a neighborhood in New York City , Chelsea is praised for its art galleries, dance clubs, LGBTQ-friendly community and cultural events. It is also one of the best known football clubs in the United Kingdom.

Currently ranked No. 470 on the SSA’s baby name list, this name has declined in popularity since ranking No. 140 in 2000. But maybe it’s time for a comeback?

A mountainous Caribbean island nation , Dominica is a travel destination not to miss if you are seeking tropical rainforests, waterfalls, volcanoes, gorges and lakes. Here, locals speak Dominican Creole French, a French-based Creole, while in the nearby Dominican Republic, Spanish is predominantly spoken.

Famous Dominics include Dominic Cooper , the British actor who starred in “Mamma Mia!"

If you like the name Dominic for a boy, then why not Dominique for a girl? This name has dropped down in popularity to the No. 906 spot on the SSA list from No. 259 in 2000, which means it's more unique than ever.

Popular American gymnast Dominique Dawes was likely influential in the naming of several Dominiques in the late 1990s, after famously getting a gold medal in the 1996 Summer Olympics as well as bronze medals in the 1992 and 2000 Summer Olympics.

If you're not so inclined to name your daughter Georgia, perhaps something more unique like Savannah appeals. Separated from South Carolina by the Savannah River, there's something historic and romantic about this city with its antebellum architecture, horse-drawn carriages and cobblestone squares.

This name has a classic “Scarlett O’Hara” feel that’s been in the SSA’s top 100 list for the past 20 years, currently ranked No. 45.

Another Italian city, Florence is known for its Renaissance art and architecture and has one of the most iconic cathedrals in the country. This Latin girl’s name means “flourishing and prosperous.”

The city inspired the name of the famous founder of modern nursing, Florence Nightingale — after all she was born there. But the name has made a more recent comeback with the growing popularity of band Florence + the Machine, headed up by Florence Welch.

Do I Need To Have Traveled There?

If you feel weird about naming your baby after a place you’ve never traveled, don’t! Only you can decide if you want to play by strict rules around whether you think you need to name your child after a place with sentimental value.

And as international citizens thanks to the ubiquity of social media, the world is our oyster. We can be inspired and motivated by people, places and ideas from all over the globe. Who’s to say that you won’t travel there in the future, anyway?

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Whether you love to travel or just want to give your child an unusual name, here are some great ideas for baby names inspired by travel.

A travel-inspired baby name could be chosen for a number of reasons: to pay homage to your heritage, to acknowledge a place of significance in your life or simply to instill your own wanderlust in the new addition to your family.

Baby names inspired by heritage

If you live in a country different from that of your ancestors, a nice way to give recognition to your heritage is to give your child a name from the country or language of your family. This could be a name that is popular there, a word from the local language that has a significant or sweet meaning or the name of a place there that is special to you.

Popular girl’s names with sweet meanings:

Parvati (Sanskrit, meaning ‘sinless’ or ‘holy’; Elena (Spanish, meaning ‘the bright one’; Tiana (Greek, meaning ‘princess’); Nikiwe (Xhosa, meaning ‘given as a gift’); Valeria (Portuguese, meaning ‘strong’)

Popular boy’s names with sweet meanings:

Akira (Japanese, meaning ‘bright boy’); Lowell (Old French, meaning ‘young wolf’); Baraka (Arabic, meaning ‘blessing’); Adri (Hindi, meaning ‘rock’); Azizi (Swahili, meaning ‘precious’); Liang (Chinese, meaning ‘bright’ or ‘good’)

Baby names inspired by places

Baby names inspired by places and cities around the world are a way of acknowledging a love of travel. Italian cities are popular for doubling as names for girls, such as Florence and Sienna, but you can choose a name based on your own travels or where you’d love to visit. Or you could make like the Beckhams and give a nod to the place of your child’s conception, as with their son Brooklyn.

Popular girl’s names inspired by places:

Adelaide, Georgia, Kenya, Paris, Verona, Zaria, London

Popular boy’s names inspired by places:

Denver, Austin, Cairo, Jordan, Rio, Devon

Popular girl’s names from other countries :

Lola (Spain), Claudine (France), Anja (Germany), Saanvi (India), Isabella (Brazil), Thandi (South Africa), Mika (Japan), Sierra (Spain)

Popular boy’s names from other countries:

Mateo (Spain), Vitaly (Russia), Fabian (Italy), Bastien (France), Garrick (Germany), Alec (Greece), Luka (Russia)

Consider this

If you’re choosing an exotic baby name, be careful not to settle on something that is exceptionally difficult to spell or pronounce — in the years to come your child will not thank you for this!

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130 Nature Names for Girls Inspired by the Great Outdoors

Nature inspired girl names are fresh and vibrant, combining organic roots with vivid imagery to create unforgettable monikers that are still recognizable. Whether you’re looking for inspiration from the Earth or the sky, we have the perfect pick for you!

Check out our heaping bounty of nature names for girls below.

Nature names for girls are all the rage as parents seek to unplug from modern trends and tap into Mother Nature. They’re also a way for parents to show their appreciation for natural beauty. That isn’t to say that nature baby girl names are only for hippies, however, as plenty of natural names like Rose and Savannah enjoy widespread appeal and popularity.

Nature inspired girl names have been growing in use over the years with more and more unique options creeping up on the charts. Names like Olive and Sage don’t seem all that out there anymore, ushering in a new wave of options like Gem and Soleil . These names work well with today’s styles but maintain an exotic flair on their own.

Not all nature baby girl names are as obvious in their roots like Delta and Aurora who have more subtle connections to Mother Nature. Such names are a gentle nod without being too over the top for conservative parents. They age well on their wearers and sound distinguished in a crowd but certainly not strange.

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20 Most Popular Travel-Inspired Baby Names For Boys And Girls

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When you’re trying to think of a unique baby name , what things come to mind? You might choose a name outside your culture, a food or flower or superhero name, or you might try and find a name people really haven’t heard before.

Travel-inspired names are always a popular bet. I’m sure many of us know a Paris or an India. But how about naming your child Rome or Sydney? Bounce analysed baby name data from the past 20 years to discover which travel destinations around the world are sparking inspiration for baby names.

And it turns out staycations aren’t just a holiday trend.

Even though it’s a small city in the northwest of England, Chester is the most popular travel-related baby name for boys in the UK with 3,410 babies given the name. In second place is another northern city: Preston.

Meanwhile for girls, Florence is the most popular travel-inspired name with 21,962 baby girls in the UK named after the Italian city. Next on the list for girls is Skye, one of Scotland’s most popular island holiday destinations.

Here are the top 10 travel-inspired lists for boys and girls and there are quite a few unexpected ones in the mix.

Top 10 travel-inspired baby names for boys:

Chester - 3,410 boys names

Preston - 3,082 boys names

Phoenix - 2,738 boys names

Milan - 1,947 boys names

Orlando - 1,102 boys names

Israel - 1,015 boys names

Cairo - 969 boys names

Rome - 562 boys names

Sydney - 531 boys names

Caspian 531 boys names

Top 10 travel-inspired baby names for girls:

Florence - 21,962 girls names

Skye - 11,456 girls names

India - 6,158 girls names

Paris - 3,371 girls names

Sydney - 3,251 girls names

Mali - 1,315 girls names

Dakota - 1,214 girls names

Phoenix - 1,140 girls names

Ocean - 1,000 girls names

Vienna - 998 girls names

46 adorable baby names inspired by cities and countries around the world

The world is full of beautiful places .

So beautiful, in fact, that some baby names have been inspired by them.

Whether the names are based on cities, countries, or even continents, we've uncovered their origins below, which we've mainly sourced from the website Behind the Name .

Here are 46 baby names inspired by geography.

1. Florence is a city in Italy, but also comes from a word meaning "to flourish."

Derived from the words "florens," which means prosperous or flourishing, the name is also often a reference to the city in Italy. Florence Nightingale, for example, was named after the city as she was born there.

2. Shannon is a city in Ireland as well as its longest river.

This popular name comes f rom the name of the River Shannon, the longest river in Ireland. The name is also associated with Sionann, a mythical goddess who is associated with the river.

3. Sydney is a city in Australia, and started as a surname.

One of Australia's largest cities, Sydney was named for Thomas Townshend, 1st Viscount Sydney in 1788. Though gender neutral, its been mainly feminine since the 1990s.

4. Paris is a city in France as well as a popular name for women in the US.

The capital of France got its name from the ancient Celtic tribe known as the Parisii.

5. Chandler is a city in Arizona, and surprisingly a name for both men and women in the US.

This name originates from an occupational surname that meant "candle seller" in Middle English, ultimately from Old French. Chandler is also a city just south of Phoenix, Arizona.

6. Savannah is a city in Georgia. The name was revived in the 80s thanks to the movie "Savannah Smiles."

Ranked in the top 50 baby names for 2017 and gaining popularity from last year, Savannah is a popular name choice. Originating f rom the English word for large grassy plain, it came into use as a given name in America in the 19th century.

7. Austin is a city in Texas, and ranks in the top 100 (#73) for popularity as a boy's name.

The name originates from the Medieval name of Augustine. It is also the name of a city in Texas.

8. Brooklyn is a city in New York as well as a gender neutral name, though it's ranked #34 for girl's names in the US.

Posh Spice has said that she really just liked the name Brooke, and also happened to be in Brooklyn when she found out she was pregnant.

9. Camden is a city in New Jersey as well as a borough in London, though the name is most often used in the States.

The name Camden originates from a surname that meant "enclosed valley" in Old English .

10. Charlotte is a city in North Carolina. It is ranked the 7th most popular name in the US for girls, and 25th in the UK.

The name Charlotte was introduced to Britain in the 17th century as the French feminine diminutive of Charles, but is extremely popular as of late.

11. Madison is a city in Wisconsin, and ranked #16th in popularity in the US.

The name Madison wasn't commonly used as a feminine name until the movie "Splash" in 1984, where the main character adopted it as her name after seeing a street sign for Madison Avenue in New York City.

12. Chelsea is a district in London and New York, and has gained a lot of popularity in the last year.

Chelsea originated from the name of the district in London meaning "landing place for chalk or limestone."

13. London is a city in England, and started as a surname.

The name London originates from the capital city of the United Kingdom, the meaning of which is still uncertain.

14. Bristol is a city in the UK and Connecticut as well as a gender neutral name.

Sarah Palin revealed that she named her daughter Bristol for three reasons:

"I worked at the Bristol Inn, and Todd [Palin] grew up in Bristol Bay. But also, Bristol, Connecticut, is the home of ESPN. And when I was in high school, my desire was to be a sportscaster," Palin said in an interview with Esquire.

England's Bristol means "the site of the bridge."

15. Aspen is a city in Colorado as well as a gender neutral name.

From the English word for tree, it's also the name of a ski resort in Colorado.

16. Helena is a city in Montana, and gaining popularity as a baby name.

It originates from the Latin form of the name Helen.

17. Dallas is a city in Texas, and popular as a name for both boys and girls in the US.

The southern city of Dallas, Texas, is said to bear the name in honor of 11th Vice President of the United States George Mifflin Dallas. The name also derives from a Scottish place name meaning "meadow dwelling."

18. Alexandria is a city in Egypt. The name's popularity peaked in the '90s.

Alexandria is the feminine form of Alexander. Alexander the Great founded several cities by this name, including Alexandria in Egypt in 331 BC.

19. Adelaide is a city in Australia, and is partly composed of a term meaning "noble."

The city of Adelaide, Australia, was named after King William IV's wife.

20. Dakota is connected to North and South Dakota as well as being a gender neutral name.

The name Dakota means "allies, friends" in the language spoken by Dakota people of the Sioux tribes.

21. Milan is a city in Italy, and has become significantly more popular as a baby name this year than it was last year.

The name Milan comes from the Slavic milu, meaning "gracious, dear."

22. Aurora is a city in Illinois, and ranks in the top 50 baby names based on popularity.

Aurora was the Roman goddess of the morning and means "dawn" in Latin.

23. Lincoln is a city in Nebraska as well as a gender neutral name. It is especially popular in Canada, where it ranks #26.

Originally a surname based on a city in England, derived from Brythonic lindo, or "lake, pool," and the Latin colonia "colony," the name is now usually given in honor of Abraham Lincoln, who was president during the American Civil War.

24. Dayton is a city in Ohio and also name for men, which has gained popularity in the last decade.

The name Dayton was derived from Dayton, Ohio, and means either "dairy town" or "ditch town" in Old English .

25. Cheyenne is a city in Wyoming, and has only been in use as a given name since the '50s.

Cheyenne is the name of a Native American people of the Great Plains, and can also be spelled, Cheyanne. It is also the name of the capital city of Wyoming.

26. Asia is a continent and also a name for women. It's ranked #35 in Italy.

The name Asia originates from the name of the continent, which is perhaps derived from an ancient word for "east."

27. Geneva is a city in Switzerland, and has been used as a name since the 19th century.

The name is typically inspired by the name of the city in Switzerland, as well as a shortened form of Genevieve.

28. The country of India is also a name for women.

The name India was derived from the Indus river, and means "body of trembling water, river."

29. Easton is a city in Pennsylvania and ranks #66 in popularity in the US.

This baby name means "east town."

30. Orlando is a city in Florida as well as a name for men. The feminine form is Orlanda.

The name is also the Italian form of Roland.

31. Siena is a city in Italy as well as a name for women. The name is especially popular in the US and UK.

Meaning "orange-red," the name Siena originates from the city in Italy, which was named that thanks to the color of its clay buildings.

32. Cody is a city in Wyoming, as well as a derivative of the Gaelic surname Ó Cuidighthigh.

The name Cody comes from the Gaelic surname Ó Cuidighthigh , which means "descendant of Cuidightheach." It's in the top 100 baby names in both Northern Ireland and Scotland.

33. Logan is a city in Utah. It ranks #18 in the US for boy's names, but is also often used as a girl's name.

Meaning "little hollow" in Scottish Gaelic, the name Logan is also the name of a city just north of Salt Lake City.

34. Hudson is a city in New York as well as a name for men.

Hudson originates from an English surname meaning "son of Hudde ."

35. Israel is a country as well as a name for men. It's surprisingly popular in Mexico.

The name Israel originates from Hebrew, and means "God contended." In the Old Testament, Jacob was named Israel and the country of Israel took its names from him.

36. Cairo is a city in Egypt. The name has significantly increased in popularity from 2016 to 2017.

The name Cairo originates from the name of the city, which means "the victorious" in Arabic.

37. Jordan is a country as well as a gender neutral name. The name has gotten more and more poplar since the '90s, and ranks #67 for boys.

Derived from the name of the river that flows between Jordan and Israel, Yarden in Hebrew, meaning "descend" or "flow down."

38. America came into use as a name in the 19th century.

The name America is usually given in reference to the United States of America .

39. Odessa is a city in Ukraine as well as a name for women.

The name Odessa originates from the name of the Ukrainian city located on the north coast of the Black Sea.

40. Lawrence is the name of multiple cities in the US as well as a name for men.

A variant of Laurence, t his spelling of the name is becoming more common.

41. Virginia is a state in the US, and is associated with the Latin virgo, meaning "maid, virgin."

The name Virginia was the name of the very first English baby born in the New World: Virginia Dare, who was born on Roanoke Island in in 1587. The baby was named after the Colony of Virginia, which was named for Elizabeth I, the Virgin Queen.

42. Ireland is a country in Europe as well as a name for women.

The name Ireland comes from the European country and means "abundant land" in Old Irish.

43. Indiana is a state in the US, and a popular name in Australia.

The name Indiana comes from the US state and means "land of the Indians." It is even the name of the fictional hero in the 'Indiana Jones' franchise.

44. Carson is the name of multiple cities in the US, and ranks #81in baby names.

Originating from a Scottish surname of uncertain meaning, multiple cities across the US are named Carson in states such as Iowa, California, and Nevada.

45. Mitchell is a city in South Dakota, and used to be a common surname.

Derived from the name Michael, Mitchell shares a name with the city in South Dakota.

46. Sahara is a desert in Northern Africa as well as a name for women.

The name Sahara has gained a lot of popularity in the past year. The name is inspired by the world's largest hot desert.

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Names That Mean Traveler – 150 Ideas For Wandering Souls

Are you looking for cool names that mean traveler for your baby? We have compiled a list of amazing names inspired by the idea of exploring new places and having fun adventures.

Choosing a name for your baby is a big decision, and it is great when the name has a special meaning. If you are a fan of travel and the outdoors, you might find the perfect name on this list. The list includes names connected to general travel, U.S. National Parks, the sea, and even major cities.

Whether you are a seasoned traveler or just love the idea of naming your baby after a place or the spirit of exploration, you will love these inspiring ideas. Read out to explore 150 travel-inspired baby names for boys and girls.

If you love the treasure trove of meaningful names that signify the essence of a traveler, seeker, or wanderer, we hope you will also like Names That Mean Pink , Names That Mean Dusk , Fantasy Female Names , and Elf Names Boy .

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Best Names That Mean Traveler

1. Alon (Hebrew) – Oak Tree or Strong and Enduring Wanderer

2. Apollo (Greek) – Destroyer or Purifying Traveler

3. Calypso (Greek) – Concealing Wanderer or She Who Hides

4. Caravan (Persian) – Group of Travelers

5. Exodus (Greek) – Going Out or Departure Traveler

6. Israfil (Arabic) – The Burning One or Angel of the Trumpet

7. Kai (Hawaiian) – Sea or Ocean Voyager

8. Marama (Maori) – Moonlit Traveler or Journeying by Moonlight

9. Nomad (Greek) – Wandering Herdsman or Nomadic Explorer

10. Nomia (Greek) – Pasture or Grazing Land Wanderer

11. Odysseus (Greek) – Wrathful or Full of Wrath Explorer

12. Peregrina (Spanish) – Female Traveler or Pilgrim

13. Peregrine (Latin) – Traveler or Pilgrim

14. Peregrinus (Latin) – Foreign or Alien Voyager

15. Pilgrim (English) – One Who Journeys to a Sacred Place

16. Roamer (English) – One Who Moves About Aimlessly

17. Seraphina (Hebrew) – Fiery-Winged Angel or Burning One’s Traveler

18. Sojourner (English) – Temporary Resident or Journeyer

19. Tala (Native American) – Wolf or Stalking Wolf Traveler

20. Tethys (Greek) – Grandmother or Sea Goddess Wanderer

21. Vagabond (French) – Person Who Wanders from Place to Place

22. Vardo (Romani) – Wagon or Mobile Home Traveler

23. Viator (Latin) – Traveler or Wayfarer

24. Wander (English) – To Roam About with No Fixed Destination

25. Wayfarer (English) – Traveler on Foot or Wanderer

26. Yara (Arabic) – Small Butterfly or Traveler

27. Zephyr (Greek) – West Wind or Gentle Breeze Voyager

Girl Names That Mean Traveler

1. Amala (Sanskrit) – Hopeful Wanderer or Bird of Hope

2. Astra (Latin) – Celestial Voyager or Star Traveler

3. Astrid (Old Norse) – Beautiful Star or Beloved Wanderer

4. Aysel (Turkish) – Moonlit Explorer

5. Calista (Greek) – Most Beautiful Journey or Lovely Traveler

6. Eilidh (Scottish) – Radiant Wanderer or Sunlit Traveler

7. Elara (Greek) – Bright, Shining Journey or Voyager of Light

8. Hikari (Japanese) – Light-Bringer or Shining Explorer

9. Ilaria (Italian) – Cheerful Journey or Joyful Traveler

10. Journey (English) – Traveler or Expeditionist

11. Kailani (Hawaiian) – Voyager of the Sea and Sky

12. Odalys (Greek) – Path of the Journey or Wanderer’s Path

13. Rhea (Greek) – Flowing Stream, Symbolizing a Continuous Journey

14. Safira (Portuguese) – Precious Gem of the Journey

15. Selene (Greek) – Moonlit Voyager or Goddess of the Moon

16. Seren (Welsh) – Starlit Wanderer or Night Traveler

17. Solene (French) – Solemn Journey or Dignified Explorer

18. Tamsin (English) – Twin Voyager or Twin Traveler

19. Valkyrie (Norse) – Chooser of the Slain on the Battlefield

20. Vega (Spanish) – Swooping Eagle or Falling Star Wanderer

21. Yaretzi (Nahuatl) – Always Loved Traveler or Eternal Love Seeker

22. Zara (Arabic) – Princess of the Journey or Flowering Wanderer

Boy Names That Mean Traveler

1. Altair (Arabic) – Flying Eagle or Bird of Prey

2. Aslan (Turkish) – Lion or Brave

3. Eamon (Irish) – Guardian or Protector

4. Elan (Hebrew) – Tree or Oak Tree

5. Ender (Turkish) – Rare or Scarce Wanderer

6. Evander (Greek) – Good Man or Brave Man

7. Faris (Arabic) – Knight or Horseman

8. Jarek (Slavic) – Fierce or Strong Wanderer

9. Jovan (Serbian) – Young Warrior or Youthful Traveler

10. Kairo (Swahili) – Victorious One or Conqueror

11. Kitai (Japanese) – North or Seeker of the North

12. Navin (Sanskrit) – New or Fresh Explorer

13. Nomar (Spanish) – Modern Blend, Nomadic Explorer of the Sea

14. Soren (Danish) – Stern or Severe Voyager

15. Theron (Greek) – Hunter or Pursuer of Adventures

16. Ulysses (Latin) – Wrathful or Full of Wrath, Alternative to Odysseus

17. Vaghn (Welsh) – Small or Little Wanderer

18. Venture (English) – Undertaker of Risky Journeys

Unique Names Meaning Traveler

1. Driftan (Old English) – To Drift or Wander Aimlessly

2. Farsan (Persian) – Traveler or One Who Journeys

3. Itineris (Latin) – Of the Journey or Traveler

4. Meandros (Greek) – To Meander or Wander Gracefully

5. Navarius (Latin) – Navigator or Sailor

6. Navigio (Italian) – To Navigate

7. Nomaris (Greek) – Nomadic Explorer of the Sea

8. Orbison (English) – Cosmic Traveler

9. Pilgrimar (Spanish) – Pilgrim or Traveler

10. Questen (English) – Signifying a Journey

11. Questorix (Latin) – Evoking a Questing Traveler

12. Roveo (Latin) – To Roam or Wander

13. Seekeris (English) – Symbolizing a Seeker on a Journey

14. Terraflite (Latin) – Earthbound Journeys

15. Traverse (French) – To Cross or Travel Through

16. Treadwell (English) – A Journey with Purpose

17. Vardo (Romani) – Wagon or Mobile Home Traveler

18. Ventureo (Latin) – Adventurous Travel

19. Waylen (English) – Path or Road Wanderer

Creative Names Meaning Wanderer

1. Ahascharah (Sanskrit) – The Day Wanderer

2. Alissa (Phoenician) – Wanderer

3. Arvad (Hebrew) – Voyager or Wanderer

4. Bahis (Quranic) – Explorer

5. Brandon (Irish) – The Voyager

6. Charaka (Indian) – Traveler

7. Christopher (Greek) – The Saint of All Travelers

8. Dolen (Dutch) – Wanderer

9. Dwade (English) – Dark Traveler

10. Emin (German) – Wanderer

11. Faer (English) – Wanderer

12. Ferdinand (German) – Voyager

13. Igashu (Native American) – Someone Who Wanders

14. Jagatbehari (Indian) – World Traveler

15. Jahanjuy (Parsi) – Seeker of the World

16. Kevalin (Indian) – Seeker of the Absolute

17. Lokachari (Sanskrit) – Wanderer of Earth

18. Mshai (Egyptian) – Traveler

19. Naikasanucharah (Sanskrit) – Wanderer Over the Peaks

20. Noah (Hebrew) – Wanderer

21. Polo (Tibetan) – Brave Wanderer

22. Raahi (Indian) – Wanderer

23. Rover (English) – Wanderer

24. Scott (Gaelic) – Wanderer

25. Taeka – Wandering Like Water

Names That Mean Explorer

1. Anvesh (Sanskrit) – Dedicated Explorer or Seeker

2. Delfinio (Spanish) – Dolphin-Like Explorer of the Seas

3. Peregrine (Latin) – Traveler or Wanderer

4. Questan (English) – Inquisitive Explorer

5. Rovek (Slavic) – Wandering Explorer

6. Sagarika (Sanskrit) – Explorer of the Ocean

7. Trailor (English) – Trailblazing Explorer

8. Venturo (Italian) – Adventurous or Daring Explorer

9. Viatore (Italian) – Traveler or Wayfarer

10. Yondera (English) – Woman Explorer Beyond the Horizon

Names That Mean Travel Or Adventure

1. Alaric (Germanic) – Ruler of All, Signifying a Journey of Great Significance

2. Odys (Greek) – Inspired by Odyssey, Symbolizing a Long and Adventurous Journey

3. Ramblera (English) – Woman Fond of Adventurous Wanderings

4. Sojournix (Latin) – Unique and Temporary Travel Experience

5. Trekarius (Latin) – Skilled and Determined Traveler

6. Trepidara (Latin) – Woman Embarking on a Courageous Adventure

7. Vagabert (French) – Wandering Adventurer

8. Vagary (English) – Unpredictable Travel or Excursion

9. Wanderlusta (German) – Woman with a Strong Desire to Travel

Cool Traveler Names

4. Maverick

13. Solaris

15. Venture

16. Venture

Whether you like the idea of your little one being a general traveler, someone who loves the sea, or even someone inspired by specific places, there is a name here for everyone. We hope these names bring excitement and a sense of endless possibilities to your journey of choosing the perfect name for your little explorer.

These are the top travel-inspired baby names

Plus, welcome to our fun new feature, survey says, in which we share some of the random, absurd, and occasionally useful polls from the world of travel..

I recently visited Sedona, Ariz., to celebrate a dear friend’s milestone birthday with all of her favorite pals from across the country. Have you been? It’s beautiful, and the red-hued views from our daily hikes will stay with me forever. We weren’t there to make any babies, obviously, but I did find myself thinking on one of those hikes that Sedona would be a good name for one.

Fast-forward back to reality and the overflowing work e-mail inbox that awaited my return. Scrolling through, this press release stuck out: “Listophile Announces Findings of Travel-Inspired Baby Name Study.” (Spoiler alert: Sedona isn’t even in the top 40. And the Social Security Administration baby name site says it’s not even in the top 1,000 names for 2021.)

Your Globe travel team — that’s Christopher Muther, the writer, and me, the editor — spends a lot of time sorting through e-mails about the wacky studies conducted in the travel industry. Every now and then, we’ve written about them, thinking readers would find the results entertaining, if not even remotely useful. There . Are. So . Many. Studies . And they aren’t all exactly scientific in their methodology. Still, they can be fun, so we’re going to stop hogging all of this intel and share it with you weekly in a new feature we’re calling “Survey Says.” You never know: Maybe some tidbit will come in handy on trivia night. Thank us later.

So about that baby name study: Listophile , a reference website, says it analyzed “more than 3 million instances of baby names” from the SSA site to find the most popular destination-inspired names. Some are far-flung, some are not. So without further ado, here are the top 10 names for girls and boys:

Top 10 travel-inspired girl names

1. Brooklyn (New York)

2. Savannah (Georgia)

3. Georgia (Georgia State)

4. Catalina (California)

5. Aspen (Colorado)

6. London (England)

7. Sydney (Australia)

8. Adelaide (Australia)

9. Dakota (North and South Dakota)

10. Phoenix (Arizona)

Top 10 travel-inspired boy names

1. Kingston (Jamaica)

2. Zion (Jerusalem)

3. Camden (England)

4. Dawson (Canada)

5. Israel (Middle East)

6. Phoenix (Arizona)

7. Dallas (Texas)

8. Cairo (Egypt)

10. Milan (Italy)

To read the complete study, click here . And for another maybe-useful-but-most-likely-not travel study summary, come back next week, when it’ll be Muther’s turn to enlighten us with another inbox gem.

Chris Morris can be reached at [email protected] . Follow her @morrisglobe .

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