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Cowboy Mama Kailee Zak basically broke the internet when she announced her baby girl’s name, Lukacey. However you choose to pronounce it, Lukacey is being named after Lucchese cowboy boots. These iconic Western boots are not only gorgeous, they’ve also been pivotal to Kailee’s personal growth. As her TikTok fans know, Kailee had her first child, son Kayson, when she was still in high school. As you can imagine, the next few years were tough! Wearing Lucchese boots brought her into what she has called her Western influencing era, and a renewed sense of self.

Footwear can mean many things to many people. Running shoes, stilettos, golf shoes, and others can become intimately intertwined in our self-identities. If that sounds like you, and you’re thinking about naming your baby for your favorite footwear, here are some ideas for boys and girls names, to help you get started.

AllBirds

You can pay homage to this popular sustainable shoe brand with the playful name, Alby. Or opt for lovely bird-breed names, like Wren. Lark, or Robyn.

Amelia

Studio Amelia shoes are all about high-heeled fun. The name Amelia is derived from the Hebrew word amal, which means “industrious,” or “striving.”

Bailey

Do you love New Balance running shoes more than life itself? If so, Bailey may be a great choice. If the style you covet most are New Balance’s FuelCell Rebels, add Rebel into the mix, as a middle name. Bailey Rebel has a gorgeous ring to it.

Birk

If you’re the outdoorsy type and can’t live without your Birkenstocks, then you might want to use Birk or Burke for your little one! Especially if they’ll be raised in nature.

Brooks

How can anyone named Brooks grow up to be anything less than successful? Impossible! This favorite runners brand features styles like Adrenaline (we love Adrine, an Armenian name), Ghost (please don’t), and Glycerin (try Ceryn on for size. This Welsh name means “love”).

Carrie or Brad

Yes, we’re still talking about Sex and the City! Carrie Bradshaw, the main character of the show, was rarely seen without her Jimmy Choos.

Celine

Céline shoes are the height of fashion. The name Celine has Latin and French roots. It means “heavenly,” or “sky.” So pretty.

Clark

They’re the most comfortable shoes on the planet, and if you know you know. If you adore Clarks, and depend on them for your all-day job, then you might want to consider this solid name. I mean, it’s also Superman’s alias, so that’s a big plus!

Cole

Cole Haan footwear is a top fave, for men and women. This old-English nick-name is of Greek origin, and means “victory of the people.”

Fila

Fila is a Greek female name meaning “loving.” So if you’re in love with Fila brand shoes, this is a perfect name for your little angel!

Frye

If you love these solid western wear work boots, consider using this surname for your baby boy or girl! It’s originally an English surname meaning “Free.”

Hoka

Hoka is a Maori word meaning “Fly over the earth,” a perfect baby name if you’re an athlete or runner!

James / Jimmy

It’s hard to know which is more iconic: Jimmy Choo shoes, or Sex and the City, the show that made them famous. If higher-than-high heels are your jam, James may be a great choice.

Jordan

We can’t forget the Air Jordans, a superior name in athletics and athletic shoes. Air Jordans catapulted the Nike brand, from their first release in April of 1985. Named after athlete Michael Jordan, the first Air Jordans by Nike cost $65 a pair.

Louboutin

Maybe more of a pet name than a baby name, Loubouton is an iconic shoe line named after its founder, Christian Louboutin. These high-end shoes are recognized by their bright red soles and were made famous by many celebrities and the television series, Sex and the City. Louboutin is an occupational surname, appropriately meaning “little boot maker.”

Lucky

This name, based on shoes from Lucky Brand, pretty much says it all. You can also go more serious with Lucius, a Latin name that means “light.”

Manolo

A favorite brand of Carrie Bradshaw, we can’t forget an icon of shoe design, Manolo Blahnik. Manolo is a variation/diminutive of the name Manuel, meaning “God is With Us.” Blahnik grew up in the Canary Islands to a Spanish mother and Czech father, and was inspired by his mother’s hobby of collecting shoes.

Marten

Dr. Martens, aka “Doc Martens,” originated in 1945 when a German doctor named Klaus Maertens invented air-cushioned soles for his boots after a foot injury. Adopted by sub-cultures around the globe, this would be the perfect baby name for those who embrace the brand as part of their identity.

MaryJane

Who hasn’t donned a pair of iconic, patent leather Mary Janes? This classic style, originally named after a comic strip character in the early 1900s, is still popular today. If you have fond memories of your first pair, this name may be a great choice.

Nike / Nicholas

Nike is the number one shoe brand in the U.S. Nicholas, or Nick for short, is a great choice for your number one little sweetheart!

Patricia

Patrizia Italian footwear is equal parts gorgeous and practical. If that sounds like the attributes your little one might have, consider the English version of this name. You can also go Italian with the original, patrician spelling.

Puma

The word “puma” is an Incan word meaning “cougar” or “wildcat” from the Quechua language. The brand was created when Rudolf Dassler split off from Adidas, a brand his brother, Adolph, continued. If you love this shoe brand, big cats, or have a healthy dose of sibling rivalry, this name could be used for any gender baby!

Quincy

Quince, an affordable manufacturer of shoes and apparel, is pronounced Keen-Say. But you can go with the traditional pronunciation for this gender-neutral, Latin name.

Roxy

Roxy shoes aren’t named for Roxie Hart, Chicago’s fashionable, bad-girl heartthrob, but they should be! If you can’t get these adorable shoes out of your mind (or off your feet), consider the name Roxy, or perhaps Roxanne.

Steven or Madeline

Steve Madden shows special love to our military, with deep discounts on footwear. Love their shoes? Show your appreciation with one of these names.

Solomon

Salomon shoes are a French favorite, that is quickly catching on in the U.S. If you love biblical names, Solomon combines the best of both worlds.

Timberland / Timothy

Timberland footwear is beloved by hikers, and lovers of cool shoes alike. If you adore Timothée Chalamet, consider an alternate spelling.

Van

Vans footwear take Old Skool to a whole new level. The name Van has British and Dutch origins. It’s derived from the last name Vance, and translates to “marsh.”

Veja

Eco-friendly Veja shoes are known for their fair trade practices. No matter what your stand on ethical manufacturing, Veja makes a lovely and unusual girl’s name.

Vivianna / Vivaia

Vivaia shoes are a must-have for mommas who live in flats. Show your appreciation with this name, or with similar-sounding names, like Vianna.