Names that Sound Trendy, but Really Aren't

  1. Mabry
    • Origin:

      Variation of Mayberry, English and Irish
    • Meaning:

      "mud hill"
    • Description:

      Cute and eminently wearable surname name for girls.
  2. Keenan
    • Origin:

      Irish
    • Meaning:

      "ancient"
    • Description:

      This name of three ancient saints, one Wayans brother, and an NFL wide receiver makes an energetic choice.
  3. Morley
    • Origin:

      English
    • Meaning:

      "moor, meadow clearing"
    • Description:

      Fresh choice in the vein of Carly and Harley.
  4. Parson
    • Origin:

      English occupational name
    • Meaning:

      "clergyman"
    • Description:

      The name Parson might have seemed ridiculous even a few years ago, but when Reese Witherspoon and Ryan Phillippe named their son Deacon, they opened up a whole new field of ecclesiastical cool. Bishop, Priest, and Pastor are other possibilities.
  5. Seeley
    • Origin:

      English
    • Meaning:

      "blessed, happy"
    • Description:

      Surname name with an uplifting meaning. Just beware that this is a well-known mattress brand.
  6. Ashby
    • Origin:

      English
    • Meaning:

      "ash tree farm"
    • Description:

      Ashley substitute with a slightly more unisex feel; it was picked for her daughter by TV host Nancy O'Dell.
  7. Carbry
    • Origin:

      Irish
    • Meaning:

      "charioteer"
    • Description:

      Male name from Irish mythology makes stylish-sounding choice for girls.
  8. Kimbry