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17 SF-Inspired Baby Names That We Actually Want to Use

Hold on, Marin needs a diaper change

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San Francisco babies have it pretty good: They get to go on gorgeous redwood hikes, eat the best organic produce from the farmers’ markets and frolic in the grass at Golden Gate Park. And now they’re getting another piece of the City by the Bay.

Yep, that’s right. Parents are bestowing their kids with the most adorable names inspired by our streets--some might call it the ultimate love letter to this place. Check out 17 of our favorites.

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Anza

At age 4, she’s already turning heads.

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Lake

It was only a matter of time before boho-chic couples claimed this tranquil name.

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Clay

Yeah, this little guy means business.

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Laurel

She’s only 3 and she’s already making her own floral crowns.

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Parker

This kid’s making plans to start an indie rock band.

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Linden

She likes her coffee with almond milk and a sprinkle of raw sugar.

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Mason

It’s about to go down on the Nob Hill playground.

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Taylor

This future muralist shows an early appreciation for street art.

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Davis

He’s all dressed and ready for his play date on the Embarcadero.

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Clementina

She spent two whole days putting together the perfect outfit for the first day of school.

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Langton

Anyone who says San Francisco has no style obviously hasn’t met Langton.

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Marin

She likes weekend sails to Sausalito followed by freshly shucked oysters.

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Noe

She’s just as pretty as the tree- and flower-lined stretch of street in the Castro for which she’s named.

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Judah

Destined to overhaul MUNI and make the N train run efficiently.

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Corbett

He has big plans but also doesn’t take himself too seriously.

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Page

She’s ready for some vintage shopping on Haight Street.

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Cole

When he’s good, he gets a piece of gingerbread pancake on the back patio of Zazie.


allison mccarthy

San Francisco Editor

Allison McCarthy is a writer and editor with 15 years of experience in the industry. She's currently the San Francisco editor at PureWow, where she covers the best of what's...