Names are an important tool for presenting ourselves to the world. That’s why parents feel so much pressure coming up with a moniker for a new baby. It’s hard to know where to start. You want it to be meaningful and unique, which fits right in with the bohemian lifestyle.
The dictionary defines a bohemian as “a socially unconventional person, especially one who is involved in the arts.” This is the perfect inspiration for a baby name. Lots of these bohemian baby names can be found on your favorite television shows. Here are 10 lovely names for your consideration.
Xander
Xander is a fun spin on the name Alexander. It’s Greek in origin and means “defending men.” On the hit teen drama Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Nicholas Brendon played the character with this moniker. He was an important member of the Scooby gang and a great friend to Buffy. He helped protect the world from demons and dark forces.
Dexter
It might seem weird to name a baby after a serial killer character, but even with all his flaws, Dexter is one of the good guys. Michael C. Hall plays this title character who fills the gap when the bad guys fall through the cracks of the legal system on technicalities. The name is Latin in origin and means right-handed or favorable. Babies with this name will be dexterous and have many skills. It is also used in the Bible to mean the right hand of god.
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Ezra
This one is for all the Star Wars fans out there. Before there was Luke Skywalker there was Ezra Bridger. He is a leading character in the animated series Star Wars Rebels and also appears in the live-action series Ahsoka. When animated, he is voiced by Taylor Gray, and in live-action, he is played by Eman Esfandi. His name is fitting because it literally means helper and is Hebrew is origin.
Fox
Many bohemian baby names are inspired by nature. Fox is one of them. It’s a cute and quirky name. Many people don’t realize it is the first name of Agent Mulder from The X Files. Most of the time, the character only used his surname.
River
Rivers are important passages that help move water around the world. They symbolize growth and tranquility. It also makes a great name. On the popular British series Dr. Who, Alex Kingston plays River Song, a time traveler and love interest for the 11th doctor. Babies with this moniker will go with the flow of life.
Daphne
Daphne is Greek in origin and means “laurel tree.” Babies with this moniker are sure to achieve great things. Perhaps they will even marry a duke like Daphne Bridgerton in the popular romance series Bridgerton.
Luna
The Harry Potter franchise is expanding once again. In 2025, it’s coming to television with a new HBO series. One of Harry’s Hogwarts classmates is Luna Lovegood, a quirky Ravenclaw who isn’t afraid to do her own thing. She is played by actress Evanna Lynch in the movies, and fans will have to wait and see who steps into the role on television. This makes a great bohemian baby name because it means moon.
Phoebe
This is the one where we talk about Friends. Much like Luna Lovegood, Phoebe Buffay walks to the beat of her own drum. She sings silly songs and works as a masseuse. She makes people happy, which is why her name is so perfect. The name Phoebe is Greek and means bright and radiant. Babies with this name will be a light of goodness in the world.
Calliope
Grey’s Anatomy is the longest-running medical drama on television. It is currently on season 21. Calliope Iphegenia Torres, played by Sara Ramirez, was on 12 of those. She’s an orthopedic surgeon who uses the nickname Callie. The long version of the name is Greek. In mythology, the head muse went by the moniker. It literally means beautiful voiced, so babies with this boho name are sure to be singers.
Magnolia
These pretty flowers also smell good. They typically bloom between February and June, but it depends on the type of tree. They are often found in the South. The popular Netflix series Sweet Magnolias is set in South Carolina and tells the story of three lifelong friends. These women see one another through the ups and downs of life, one margarita at a time. This floral moniker makes a perfect bohemian baby name.
