Michigan-Themed Baby Names to Consider for Your Little One

Even before I got pregnant, my husband and I talked about potential baby names.

It was one of those fun conversations we had from time to time, talking about names we liked, names we definitely didn't, and all the funny ones in between.

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While we've landed on a name for our bundle of joy (we're keeping it a secret for now), as two native Michiganders, I'm a little disappointed in ourselves that we didn't even consider paying homage to the great Mitten State.

Michigan-Themed Baby Names

If you want a baby name that is "Pure Michigan", you can always turn to Michigan cities for some inspiration.

There are plenty of cities, like Ashley Dexter, that are pretty typical names for people but also represent Michigan. Then you've got some cities like Byron and Elsie that would definitely be a more unique Michigan-themed name.

If you need some inspiration, take a look at the list of potential "Pure Michigan" baby names that I've compiled below.

Huron

Granted, this first one isn't a city. But how iconic would it be to name your baby after one of the Great Lakes?

Sterling (Heights)

Leslie

Already a lovely name for either a boy or a girl.

Charlotte

No matter how you pronounce it, this would make for a cute girl's name.

Addison

Allen

Warren

Davison

Adrian

Clinton

Chelsea

Saline

Ashley

Augusta

Clare

Clifford

Mason

Holt

Brooklyn

Byron

Carson (City)

Dexter

Clio

Gregory

(East) Jordan

Traverse (City)

Temperance

Sault Sainte Marie

Alpena

Barion (Springs)

Elsie

Flint

Niles

Lansing Area Landmarks You Could Name Your Baby After

Finding the right baby name is hard, but we're here to help with suggestions. These are places, streets, and businesses around the Lansing area that you might want to name your child after.