70+Sports Baby Names for Your Kids (Ultimate List For Free)

Choosing a baby name is an important decision, and for parents who are passionate about sports, naming your child after a famous athlete or a term associated with sports may be inspirational and meaningful. These sports baby names convey strength, tenacity, and enthusiasm, regardless of your admiration for renowned sportsmen or your general love of sports.

Below is a curated list of 20 sports baby names, each accompanied by its meaning, followed by an extensive list of additional names for your consideration.

 

Sports Baby Names (With Meanings) for Your Champion Kids

1. Jordan (male/female): This name, which was inspired by basketball great Michael Jordan, stands for greatness and achievement.
2. Serena (girl): An homage to tennis legend Serena Williams, who stands for fortitude and tenacity.
3. Kobe (Boy): Honoring the late basketball star Kobe Bryant, known for his “Mamba Mentality.”
4. Beckham (Boy): This name, which was inspired by soccer great David Beckham, is a testament to style and athleticism.
5. Mia (girl): A reference to soccer player Mia Hamm, who represents elegance and rivalry.
6. Brady (Boy): In honor of NFL quarterback Tom Brady, he stands for tenacity and leadership.
7. Simone (girl): motivated by gymnast Simone Biles, who embodies greatness and strength.
8. Usain (Boy): Named for sprinter Usain Bolt, this name represents quickness and triumph.
9. Nadia (girl): Celebrating the grace and perfection of gymnast Nadia Comăneci.
10. Andre (Boy), who is a symbol of skill and tenacity, was inspired by tennis great Andre Agassi.
11. Gabriella (girl): a tribute to volleyball player Gabrielle Reece, who represents beauty and strength.
12. Jesse (Boy): after sportsman Jesse Owens, who stands for bravery and success.
13. Kyrie (male and female): inspired by Kyrie Irving, a basketball player, and represents ability and agility.
14. Palmer (male/female): An homage to the charismatic and exceptional golfer Arnold Palmer.
15. Colt (Boy): After NFL quarterback Colt McCoy, representing tenacity and resolve.
16. Landon (Boy): Motivated by soccer player Landon Donovan, who embodies skill and leadership.
17. Sophie (girl): a tribute to tennis player Sophie Amiach, representing style and rivalry.
18. Magic (Boy): modeled after basketball great Magic Johnson, who embodied charm and skill.
19. Wilt (boy): following basketball player Wilt Chamberlain, who represents power and authority.
20. Gehrig (boy): Celebrating Lou Gehrig, a baseball player renowned for his perseverance and modesty.

 

Boys’ Sports Baby Names

1. Barkley – Inspired by Charles Barkley (Basketball)
2. Cristiano – Honoring Cristiano Ronaldo (Soccer)
3. Derrick – Inspired by Derrick Rose (Basketball)
4. Eli – A tribute to Eli Manning (Football)
5. Floyd – Inspired by Floyd Mayweather (Boxing)
6. Gareth – Honoring Gareth Bale (Soccer)
7. Hakeem – Inspired by Hakeem Olajuwon (Basketball)
8. Iker – A tribute to Iker Casillas (Soccer)
9. Jalen – Inspired by Jalen Hurts (Football)
10. Kylian – Honoring Kylian Mbappé (Soccer)
11. Lamar – Inspired by Lamar Jackson (Football)
12. Manny – A tribute to Manny Pacquiao (Boxing)
13. Neymar – Inspired by Neymar Jr. (Soccer)
14. Ozzie – Honoring Ozzie Smith (Baseball)
15. Pippen – Inspired by Scottie Pippen (Basketball)
16. Quincy – A tribute to Quincy Watts (Track & Field)
17. Rafa – Inspired by Rafael Nadal (Tennis)
18. Shaq – Honoring Shaquille O’Neal (Basketball)
19. Thierry – Inspired by Thierry Henry (Soccer)
20. Udonis – A tribute to Udonis Haslem (Basketball)
21. Vince – Inspired by Vince Carter (Basketball)
22. Wilt – Honoring Wilt Chamberlain (Basketball)
23. Xavi – Inspired by Xavi Hernández (Soccer)
24. Yao – A tribute to Yao Ming (Basketball)
25. Zlatan – Inspired by Zlatan Ibrahimović (Soccer)
26. Deion – Honoring Deion Sanders (Football)
27. Jacoby – Inspired by Jacoby Ellsbury (Baseball)
28. Trevor – A tribute to Trevor Lawrence (Football)
29. Russell – Inspired by Russell Wilson (Football)
30. Dustin – Honoring Dustin Johnson (Golf).

 

Girls’ Sports Baby Names

1. Abby – Inspired by Abby Wambach (Soccer)
2. Bianca – Honoring Bianca Andreescu (Tennis)
3. Carly – Inspired by Carli Lloyd (Soccer)
4. Danica – A tribute to Danica Patrick (Racing)
5. Elena – Inspired by Elena Delle Donne (Basketball)
6. Florence – Honoring Florence Griffith Joyner (Track & Field)
7. Gabby – Inspired by Gabby Douglas (Gymnastics)
8. Hope – A tribute to Hope Solo (Soccer)
9. Inga – Inspired by Inga Thompson (Cycling)
10. Jackie – Honoring Jackie Joyner-Kersee (Track & Field)
11. Kim – Inspired by Kim Clijsters (Tennis)
12. Laila – A tribute to Laila Ali (Boxing)
13. Martina – Inspired by Martina Navratilova (Tennis)
14. Naomi – Honoring Naomi Osaka (Tennis)
15. Olga – Inspired by Olga Korbut (Gymnastics)
16. Paula – A tribute to Paula Radcliffe (Marathon)
17. Quinn – Inspired by Quinn (Canadian Soccer)
18. Ronda – Honoring Ronda Rousey (MMA)
19. Sonja – Inspired by Sonja Henie (Figure Skating)
20. Tara – A tribute to Tara Lipinski (Figure Skating)
21. Ursula – Inspired by Ursula Papandrea (Weightlifting)
22. Victoria – Honoring Victoria Azarenka (Tennis)
23. Wilma – Inspired by Wilma Rudolph (Track & Field)
24. Ximena – A tribute to Ximena Restrepo (Track & Field)
25. Yulia – Inspired by Yulia Efimova (Swimming)
26. Zina – Honoring Zina Garrison (Tennis)
27. Dina – Inspired by Dina Asher-Smith (Track & Field)
28. Ester – A tribute to Ester Ledecká (Skiing)
29. Sloane – Inspired by Sloane Stephens (Tennis)
30. Tessa – Honoring Tessa Virtue (Figure Skating).

 

Summary!

Which name do you like the most? Which sportsperson is your favorite? Make sure to share your opinions with us!

Source:

• Athletic Baby Names | Nameberry
• Top 150+ Sports Names For Boys And Girls
• Sports Baby Names for Your Future Athlete: 75 Baby Name Ideas

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