If more traditional names (like John or Rebecca) seem a tad too formal for your free-spirited soul, here are 22 hippie baby names to consider. Now let that freak flag fly.
22 Hippie Baby Names for Your Little Flower Child
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Published Mar 22, 2017
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1. Petunia
Like that cool great-aunt you always loved growing up.
2. Phoenix
As in the mythical bird that rises from the ashes.
3. Dylan
Means “son of the wave, born near the sea” (but really means American folk singer momma loves).
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4. Jimi
Stairway to heaven (and your heart).
5. Janis
In Hebrew, it means “gift from God.” In 2017, it means girl power.
6. Rainbow
Bright and colorful like your little girl.
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7. Saffron
Pretentious as a spice, but groovy as a name.
8. Arlo
Means “fortified hill” and reminds us of a certain shaggy-haired singer from the '60s.
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9. Rain
A little rain never hurt no one.
10. River
Bonus points if his brother is named Phoenix.
11. Skye
Short for Skyler (or Skylar).
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12. Summer
Warm and full of light.
13. Sierra
For your budding little hiker.
14. Sage
An evergreen name if you ask us.
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15. Luna
Magical indeed.
16. Harmony
Has a nice ring to it, no?
17. Willow
Graceful in manner, but rooted in strength.
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18. Dawn
Aka when she wakes you up every morning.
19. Meadow
In a world full of Jennifers, dare to be a Meadow.
20. Essence
Means “true nature of an entity,” (and it’s never too early to teach your kid to be proud of who they are).
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21. Asher
Means “happy” or “blessed,” which is pretty accurate in our opinion.
22. Fern
Much easier to spell than Fearne.
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