Cute Baby Names with Meanings
Ada
"Noble, first daughter"
Asha
"Life, hope"
Ayo
"Joy"
Bea
"She who brings happiness"
Cleo
"Glory"
Iris
"Rainbow"
Isla
"Island"
June
"Young"
Lila
"Night, lilac"
Luna
"Moon"
Mila
"Gracious, dear"
Nia
"Purpose"
Olive
"Symbol of peace"
Ruby
"Precious red stone"
Zuri
"Beautiful"
Felix
"Lucky, fortunate"
Finn
"Fair, white"
Hugo
"Mind, intellect"
Jack
"God is gracious"
Kai
"Sea"
Leo
"Lion"
Milo
"Soldier, merciful"
Oscar
"Friend of deer"
Otis
"Wealthy"
Theo
"Divine gift"
Charlie
"Free"
What makes a baby name 'cute'
Cute baby names usually share a few things: they're short (one or two syllables), end in soft vowels, and have a playful sound when said out loud. Names like Mila, Theo, Luna, Finn, Iris and Leo all roll off the tongue with that unmistakable nursery charm — but they also grow up beautifully.
Cute names that age beautifully
The best cute names work at every age. Olive becomes a quietly confident adult name. Theo grows into Theodore. Mila stays elegant forever. Choose a cute name that you can also picture on a CV — that's the test.
Frequently asked questions
What's the cutest baby girl name?
Mila, Luna, Iris, Olive, Lila and Nia are consistently called among the cutest baby girl names — short, soft and sweet without being overly sugary.
What's the cutest baby boy name?
Finn, Theo, Leo, Milo, Felix and Hugo top most cute baby boy name lists — short, cheerful and built to last.