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Unique and Elegant Baby Names

  1. Tristram

    • Origin:

      Medieval English variation of Tristan, “noise or sorrowful"

    • Description:

      This version of Tristan, known to English Lit students from the novel Tristram Shandy, is rarely used in this country, but, though its similarity to the popular Tristan could prove confusing, still makes an interesting literary choice.
  2. Eamon

    • Origin:

      Irish variation of Edmund

    • Meaning:

      "wealthy protector"

    • Description:

      Eamon is one of the traditional Irish names that has not yet emigrated to the US. This Irish name pronounced ay-mon was popularized by early president of the independent republic Eamon de Valera (birth name George), who was born in the United States to an Irish mother and a Cuban father. Eamon definitely has possibilities as a successor to the epidemically popular Aidan/Aiden.
  3. Falconer

    • Origin:

      Occupational name

    • Meaning:

      "falcon trainer"

    • Description:

      Falconer is one choice that has morphed rapidly from outlandish to possible, even attractive, thanks to the fashion for occupational names. And really, if Archer is getting popular and Miller seems normal, why not Falconer?
  4. Gareth

    • Origin:

      Welsh

    • Meaning:

      "gentle"

    • Description:

      Gareth, the name of a modest and brave knight in King Arthur's court, makes a sensitive, gently appealing choice, used more in its native Wales than anywhere else.
  5. Gulliver

    • Origin:

      Irish

    • Meaning:

      "glutton"

    • Description:

      Gulliver is an obscure Gaelic surname known almost solely through its literary Travels until actor Gary Oldman used it for his son, instantly transforming it into a lively option. British actors Damian Lewis, of Homeland, and Helen McCrory also have a son named Gulliver.
  6. Helios

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "sun"

    • Description:

      The name of the young Greek sun god, brother to the moon goddess Selene, who rode across the sky each day in a chariot pulled by four horses.
  7. Lancaster

    • Origin:

      English place-name

    • Description:

      British place-name unlikely to evoke much passion in any baby namer.
  8. Launcelot

    • Description:

      Launcelot is a medieval masculine name derived from the Arthurian legends, a variant of Lancelot, who was King Arthur's most trusted knight and renowned for his affair with Queen Guinevere. The name likely originated from Germanic elements or possibly from an Old French diminutive. Historically, the spelling 'Launcelot' appears in some early Arthurian texts and Shakespeare's 'The Merchant of Venice.' While never extremely common, the name carries associations of chivalry, bravery, and romantic passion. Despite the character's popularity in literature and film, the name Launcelot remains relatively rare as a given name, though it may appeal to parents with an appreciation for medieval history and Arthurian legend.
  9. Ludovic

    • Origin:

      English and Scottish variation of Ludwig

    • Meaning:

      "famous warrior"

    • Description:

      Euro-cool. Heard more in Scotland than in England or the US, Ludovic Lesly is a character in the Sir Walter Scott novel Quentin Durward and Sir Ludovic Kennedy was a noted Scottish broadcaster and writer. Cute nickname: Ludo.
  10. Marmaduke

    • Origin:

      Irish

    • Meaning:

      "devotee of Maedoc"

    • Description:

      One of the ultimate teasable names, an Irish saint's name now associated with the oversized comic-strip dog. Scottish adventurer Bear (born Edward) Grylls took up the challenge when he used it for his son.
  11. Ozius
    • Parthenios

      • Origin:

        Greek mythology name

      • Description:

        Parthenios, the name of a Greek river god, is draped in a toga.
    • Romulus

      • Origin:

        Latin

      • Meaning:

        "citizen of Rome"

      • Description:

        He was the original Roman, Remus's twin and a founder of Rome. But parents attracted to this name are advised to read the legend first. Romulus does have some less than savory characteristics, including killing his twin brother and making Rome in his own image, and is later deified as Quinnius. Romy and Quinn might make good twin names.
    • Saer

      • Description:

        Saer is a masculine name with medieval origins, derived from Old French occupational terms meaning 'carpenter' or 'woodworker.' It was brought to England after the Norman Conquest and appears in historical records as both a surname and given name. In some Middle Eastern contexts, similar names may have different etymological roots related to Arabic origins. Saer has a strong, concise sound that's simple to pronounce despite its uncommon nature. The name carries historical weight and craft associations, evoking images of skilled artisans and medieval guilds. It has remained extremely rare in modern times, making it an distinctive choice for parents seeking something with historical depth yet simplicity. Its brevity and straightforward pronunciation make it practical despite its rarity.

    • Saemus
      • Sinjin

        • Origin:

          Phonetic spelling of St. John

        • Description:

          The name St. John is much more usable in its phonetic spelling — similar to the way St. Clair evolved into Sinclair. St. John has some literary cred — St. John Rivers is a cool character in Jane Eyre.

          St. John has been attached to a number of notable men — not as a first but as a middle name, one shared by Evelyn Waugh, Basil Rathbone, Richard Harris and Brian Eno.

      • Theophilus

        • Origin:

          Greek

        • Meaning:

          "loved by God; friend of God"

        • Description:

          This is a multi-syllabic New Testament relic that could be yet another fresh way to get to Theo. In the beginning of Luke's gospel, he dedicates his words to Theophilus.
      • Inigo

        • Origin:

          Basque, medieval Spanish variation of Ignatius

        • Meaning:

          "fiery"

        • Description:

          Inigo, almost unknown in the U.S., is an intriguing choice, with its strong beat, creative and evocative sound, and associations with the great early British architect and stage designer Inigo Jones. The sixteenth-seventeenth century Jones shared his name with his father, a London clockmaker, who received it when Spanish names for boys were fashionable in England, especially among devout Roman Catholics.
      • Xerxes

        • Origin:

          Persian

        • Meaning:

          "hero among heroes"

        • Description:

          The two X's may be a challenge for even the most intrepid baby namer. Xerxes was the name of two early kings of Persia and the Handel opera Serse or Xerxes is loosely based on Xerxes I.
      • Zephyr

        • Origin:

          Greek

        • Meaning:

          "west wind"

        • Description:

          If you're looking for a name that's light and breezy, this could be it. A name from mythology: Zephyrus/Zephyr was the Greek god of the west wind, and with its similarity in sound to the likes of Stefan or Seth, its zippy Z initial and cool Y, it is primed to rise up the US charts.

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