Greek unisex names

Most popular names

  1. Sophia Wisdom #1 in US
  2. Helen Bright, Shining Light #3 in US
  3. Jason Healer #3 in US
  4. George Land Worker #5 in US
  5. Margaret Pearl #5 in US
  6. Dorothy Gift of God #6 in US
  7. Steven Crowned #15 in US
  8. Cynthia Moon #16 in US
  9. Alexis Defender, Helper #21 in US
  10. Stephanie Crowned #23 in US
  11. Gregory Guardian, Watchful #31 in US
  12. Owen Distinguished, Youth #34 in US
  13. Lois Desired #35 in US
  14. Cindy Moon #42 in US
  15. Teresa Harvester #43 in US
  16. Angel Messenger, Angel #44 in US
  17. Terry Harvester #47 in US
  18. Phyllis Green Branch #48 in US
  19. Andrea Womanly #57 in US
  20. Lena Gentle #58 in US
  21. Katherine Pure #62 in US
  22. Dora Gift of God #65 in US
  23. Peter Rock #65 in US
  24. Theresa Harvester #70 in US
  25. Bernice Bringer of Victory, She who brings victory. #71 in US
  26. Zoey Life #71 in US
  27. Nora Light, Honour #75 in US
  28. Steve Crowned #77 in US
  29. Kathryn Pure #84 in US
  30. Johnny God Is Gracious #90 in US
  31. Terri Harvester #93 in US
  32. Lydia Womanly #110 in US
  33. Madeline Magnificent #114 in US
  34. Georgia Farmer #121 in US
  35. Tim Honor to God #122 in US
  36. Phillip Lover of Horses #128 in US
  37. Sophie Wisdom #136 in US
  38. Ariel Lion of God #137 in US
  39. Gene Born to Nobility #138 in US
  40. Melinda Honey #138 in US
  41. Jon God Is Gracious #148 in US
  42. Greg Guardian #158 in US
  43. Margie Pearl #168 in US
  44. Yolanda Violet Flower #172 in US
  45. Homer Covenant #177 in US
  46. Selena Fair as the Moon #189 in US
  47. Alec Defender of Mankind #207 in US
  48. Damon To tame, Loyal #211 in US
  49. Delia Visible #215 in US
  50. Johnnie God Is Gracious #230 in US

Greek names come from a civilization that mapped constellations and named them—so it's no wonder Greek unisex names carry weight and history. Many started in ancient Athens or on the islands, some tied to gods and heroes, others to everyday virtues like wisdom (Sophia) or the sea. They've stayed alive for thousands of years because they sound good in Greek and they translate. Helen conquered Troy. Jason sailed for the Golden Fleece. George slew dragons. Margaret grew wildflowers in the Mediterranean. These names don't just mark a person; they mark a place and a thousand-year conversation.

What makes Greek unisex names work across genders is partly the language itself—Greek inflects, so a name can shift gender slightly without losing its core. You'll find steady classical picks and newer coinages, some spelled the way Greeks spell them and some anglicized for English speakers. Each name below lists its origin and meaning, so you know whether you're reaching for mythology, a saint's name, or something else entirely.

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