The kind of nouveau macho name favored by NRA-leaning parents, Gunner could appeal to those who like other more military or gun inspired names, such as Hunter, Remington, and Cannon. It got a boost up the charts in 2009 when The Killers' frontman Brandon Flowers gave it to his son.

Saxon is unusual word name that nevertheless feels right on trend, with that sharp X in the middle and that two-syllable-ending-in-n pattern. Reminiscent of Roman but not yet so popular, Saxon is one to watch out for.

An early and still one of the most popular unisex names, also a place name and name of a Native American people in the northern Mississippi valley, which makes it a controversial baby name choice. While the popularity of Dakota is trending downward for both genders, it's one of those rare genuinely gender-neutral names that is used for nearly equal numbers of boys and girls.

The authentic Biblical form of a name that has become even more popular alongside Jaden, Jayden, Jaidan et al. Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith, whose children are named creatively after their parents as Willow and Jaden, helped launch the trend. This spelling peaked at Number 372 in 2003, though it has dropped drastically in usage over the last decade.

Javen is a modern masculine name that likely developed as a contemporary variation of biblical names like Jason or Jacob, or possibly as a masculine form of the name Haven with the initial 'J' providing a more traditionally masculine sound. Emerging primarily in the late 20th century in the United States, Javen gained modest recognition through the 2000s as parents sought distinctive yet accessible names. The name has a contemporary feel while maintaining conventional pronunciation patterns, making it distinctive without being difficult to say or spell. Javen carries a fresh, vibrant quality with its soft consonants and balanced syllables. While not extraordinarily common, it has gained enough usage to be recognized as an established name while still offering individuality to its bearers.

An ancient name with poetic and mystical qualities, Caedmon was borne by a 7th-century poet, notable for being the first English poet to have their name recorded.

This cousin to Colton, a very widely used name, never matched its popularity and is now losing ground. One place where Colten does rank highly is on a list of names most popular among Republican voters. More than 80 percent of voters named Colten vote red.