6000+ Dog Names

Along with Aureliusz, Aureli is a Polish form of Aurelius, a Ancient Roman name meaning golden, and made most familiar in the form of emperor Marcus Aurelius.

Variant of Solara

If you want to go waaaaay beyond William, consider this Welsh form, which can also be spelled Gwilym, Gwilim, or Gwillym.

Known for being the name of Simba's father in the Lion King.

One fewer L makes this name much less popular than the more traditional spelling.

As a Biblical name, Nimrod appears in the Old Testament as a great-grandson of Noah, a founder of Babylon, and a famous hunter. In popular culture, its image was altered after the dopey Looney Tunes villain, Elmer Fudd, was called "nimrod" by Daffy Duck in a 40s cartoon. It since became associated less with rebellion and hunting, and more with being a fool.

There's only one Evita.

This female form of Nathan can be pronounced with three syllables or four, and could make an interesting alternative to Natalia.

That extra a adds a world of grace to this name.

This Japanese name is easily accessible to English speakers, and has a cool archery meaning. It first made the US charts in 1960, and was given to under 47 girls in 2022: still rare, but more popular than it's ever been before.

British habitational surname that calls to mind the Connecticut capital

Luxor is just waiting to be discovered as a baby name. It has a lot going for it — an easy and fashionable nickname (hello, Lux!), unisex appeal, and a place name connection. Luxor is the modern-day name for the ancient Egyptian city of Thebes. It was derived from the Arabic term al-ʾuqṣur, referring to palaces or castles.

There's only one. Okay, two.

The name of the Hindu elephant-headed god of success and wisdom, son of Shiva and Parvati.

Colombo is a masculine name of Italian origin, derived from the Latin 'columbus' meaning 'dove'. The dove symbolizes peace and purity in many cultures, giving the name positive connotations. Colombo gained international recognition through the famous explorer Christopher Columbus (Cristoforo Colombo in Italian) who voyaged to the Americas in 1492. The name also became widely known through the popular detective television series 'Columbo'. In Italy, it exists both as a given name and surname, particularly common in northern regions. While relatively uncommon as a first name outside Italy, Colombo carries rich historical associations and the gentle symbolism of the dove. For parents seeking an Italian name with historical significance and peaceful symbolism, Colombo offers a distinctive option.

Sybille is a feminine name of Greek origin, representing a French and German variation of Sibyl. In ancient Greece, sibyls were women believed to possess prophetic powers and served as oracles. The name carries connotations of wisdom, foresight, and mysterious knowledge. This continental European spelling gives the name an elegant, sophisticated quality compared to the more anglicized Sibyl or Sybil. Popular in French-speaking regions and Germany, Sybille combines ancient mystique with refined European charm. The name experienced modest popularity throughout the 20th century but remains relatively uncommon in English-speaking countries, making it an intriguing choice for parents seeking a name with classical roots and international appeal.

An intriguing but challenging choice, because of possible confusion with all the Terry-type names.

Derived from the Welsh word for gold, pronounced differently from the European currency.

What it really means: you're a "Casablanca" fan.