The Best July Baby Names for Your Sunny New Arrival

Keep it literal for your July baby. This modern name could be used for boys or girls. It hasn't cracked the top 1000 baby names in any year since the Social Security Administration began tracking, so it's sure to stand out in a classroom or workplace.

For a variation on "July," consider the name Julius. Of course, it's famously associated with Julius Caesar, but he'll also share his name with basketball legend Julius "Dr. J" Erving. If Julius feels a bit too weighty, you can use the nicknames Jules or Jul.

This sweet name means "youthful." With the first three letters being "Jul," it's ideal for a July baby. It's also popular without being overused — it's #116 on the Social Security Administration's most popular baby names as of 2024.

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This Persian and Greek name means "sun," making it perfect for a baby born in the middle of summer who is sure to light up your family's life. Plus, it has the adorable built-in nickname of Cy.

This feminine, stylish name is most famously associated with Shakespeare's play. It ultimately comes from the name Julius, but feels far more modern. Another spelling you might consider is Juliette, which is the French spelling of this name.

Leo is the astrological sign of people born July 23 to August 22, making it a fun name for your baby boy born in late July. People born under this astrological sign tend to be creative, passionate, generous, and cheerful. It also means "lion."

If your baby is born in early July, their astrological sign is Cancer, which isn't a great name. But Cancer is a water sign, which is why Brooke might be a perfect name. It means "water" or "small stream." For a boy, consider Brook, Brooks or River.

This is a perfect name for a baby girl born in July. It's associated with warmth, sun, cheerfulness and fun — all the things we associate with the season of summer! It's a vibrant and unique choice for your new arrival.

This name means "bringer of light," making it ideal for a baby born during a month with long, sunny days. It's also become a popular name in recent years. As of 2024, it's the 23rd most popular name for boys.

This unique name of Greek origin means "sun." It's derived from Helio, god of the sun, and is a charming choice for a little girl who will brighten your world. Although it has ancient origins, it feels plenty stylish.

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This name is a cute nod to her birth month, since the July birthstone is a ruby. This spunky vintage name means "red" and is generally associated with passion, wealth, and good fortune. It's ranked #63 on the SSA's list of girl names for 2024, so it's still relatively unique without being too out-there.

One of the birth flowers for the month of July is the water lily, which is associated with rebirth, renewal, enlightenment and innocence. The name Lily means "pure" and is fairly popular, at #24 for the most popular names for girls born in 2024 in the U.S.

The other flower associated with the month of July is the Delphinium flower, which is also called larkspur. Larkspur is associated with dignity, grace, and tranquility. It can be used as a name for boys or girls.

This fresh, distinctive name is gender-neutral and means "dark red" or "crimson." It brings to mind rubies, which are the birthstone associated with July. Of course, it's also associated with the powerful mythological bird that rises from the ashes. It's perfect for the child who will grow up to be a resilient trailblazer.

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This elegant Spanish name means "gift of the sun." We love all the built-in nicknames for this summery name: Elle, Ellie, Ella, and Dora. It's a name that will be easy for her to grow with.

This short-and-sweet name reminds us of a ray of sun on a summer day. It can also mean "king," perfect for a little guy who's going to rule your family. Other spellings of this name include Rae and Rey, which may read as more gender-neutral.

This Hindi name means "the sun," perfect for the little baby girl who's guaranteed to be the light of your world. It's a gorgeous name that truly reflects the joy she's sure to bring. It also has the built-in nicknames of Kallie or even Kal.

For a truly unique name inspired by long summer days by the ocean, consider the name Reef. It's a quirky alternative to Coral or but still has a summer theme. It's hard to say whether this is a girls' name or boys' name, which means you could use it for any gender.

How cute is this name? Suvi is a Finnish name that means "summer." It's a distinctive name that pretty much guarantees she'll be the coolest girl in any room. If you want to shorten it, you can call her Sue, Suve, or Vi.

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This Irish name can mean "a summer sailor" or "a summer wanderer." It's a great name for your July baby who's sure to grow up and travel the world (perhaps by sailboat). It's never cracked the top 1000 baby names according to the Social Security Administration, so there's a good chance he'll be the only Sorley in his class.