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20 Last Names That Make Great First Names for Babies

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Whether you’re bringing back an old family surname or passing on your own, there’s something so cool about last names as first names. Here, 20 adorable surnames that we think deserve a spot front and center.

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1.

Sloane

Means “raider” or “warrior.” Guess we know who’s going to be champion of the playground.

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2.

Carter

So presidential. So Beyoncé. So adorable.

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3.

Taylor

Male… female… Swift, whatever…

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4.

Jackson

Jack or Jackie for short.

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Lincoln

Honorable for a boy. Unique for a girl.

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6.

Anderson

Perfect for budding journalists.

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7.

Morgan

Gender-neutral names are totally having a moment.

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8.

Barnes

Means “very young warrior”—perfect for your tough little guy.  

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9.

Mackenzie

This cute name is becoming increasingly popular.

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10.

Grant

Meaning: “great” or “grand.” Refers to how deep your love is for your tiny tot.

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11.

Madison

An adorable New York-inspired moniker.

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12.

Bailey

Old French for "law enforcer." No promises that this one won't get into mischief though. 

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13.

Kelly

Clarkson, Osbourne, Rowland—we foresee feistiness in your baby girl’s future.

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14.

Lee

In Old English, this name means “from a clearing.”

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15.

Madden

Means “puppy,” which basically makes this the cutest baby name ever.

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16.

Dawson

Will probably love creeks.

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17.

Price

An ancient name with Welsh origins.

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18.

Claire

This one means “bright and clear.”

 

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19.

Davis

Means “adored,” because obviously.

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20.

Quint

A little bit edgy, a lot bit adorable. 


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Executive Editor

Alexia Dellner is an executive editor at PureWow who has over ten years of experience covering a broad range of topics including health, wellness, travel, family, culture and...