Toni Morrison, a master of character naming, coined this one for the best friend of hero Milkman Dead in Song of Solomon. Definitely a cool choice, with a twang.

An early day name worthy of consideration today for someone seeking a truly unusual name.

This may be a bit quirky to make it as a name, especially in first place. If you love it, you might try it in the middle.

Meadowlark Lemon, known as the "Clown Prince" of the Harlem Globetrotters, played professional basketball for an astonishing 40 years. Lemon's original name was Meadow, as was his father's and his grandfather's, but he legally changed it to Meadowlark.

Aeryal is a modern feminine name with an ethereal quality, likely derived as a creative spelling variation of 'Aerial' or 'Ariel'. The distinctive spelling gives it a contemporary feel while maintaining connections to concepts of air, lightness, and freedom. Though not traditional, Aeryal has gained some usage in recent decades among parents seeking unique names with a melodic sound. The name evokes images of something heavenly or sky-related, suggesting a free-spirited personality. Its uncommon nature makes it stand out on class rosters while still being pronounceable and accessible.

Abijah, which you might think of as Abigail with rhythm, is the name of both female and male personages in the Bible. A biblical Queen Abijah was the daughter, wife, and mother of kings. The name is pronounced with a long i, to rhyme with Elijah.

Waverley is a feminine name derived from English place names, originally meaning "meadow of quivering aspens" from Old English roots. The name gained literary recognition through Sir Walter Scott's famous novel "Waverley" published in 1814. As a first name, Waverley blends natural imagery with literary sophistication, appealing to parents seeking a name with cultural depth. The name evokes images of gentle movement and natural beauty. While traditionally used for both genders, it has become more commonly associated with girls in recent decades. The alternative spelling Waverly is also popular. This elegant name remains uncommon enough to be distinctive while still familiar enough to be easily recognized and pronounced.

A unique New Age possibility with a pleasing sound.

Associated with eternal love and infinite time, Eternal is a spiritual choice, akin to Heaven or Ever, though far less common. In fact, it has only appeared in the stats for boys. Eternity is on the rise, however, given to 85 girls in a recent year.