Activist Baby Names Inspired By Civil Rights Champions

Assigning your new human the same name as a civil rights activist is a big step. You’re basically saying, “Go do good things. Fight for what’s right. Make this world better.” It’s no small task, but we’re sure your little Ruby or Martin is up for the challenge. Here are the names of 30 inspiring civil rights activists to choose from.

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• Alexander
• Andrew
• Angelina
• Anna
• Bayard
• Benjamin
• Catherine
• Cesar
• Coretta
• Elizabeth
• Ella
• Frederick
• Gloria
• Harvey
• James
• Jane
• Joan
• Joseph
• Lena
• Malcolm
• Martin
• Maya
• Miriam
• Nelson
• Rosa
• Ruby
• Solomon
• Susan
• Victor
• William