By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
Across 139 pages
of 139
Hungarian variation of Andrew, Greek
"strong and manly"
András is the form of Andrew used in Hungary, where it is a Top 50 boy name. Without the accent, Andras is a demon name in Christian demonology, where he holds the title Grand Marquis of Hell.
Hungarian variation of Hilda
"battle, warrior"
Ildiko is a variation of the German Hilda — itself short for Brunhilda. In Hungary, the name is spelt Ildikó.
Finnish variation of Thomas
"twin"
Tuomas is a variation of the classic Thomas that is used in Finland.
Croatian and Slovenian variation of Marianus
A variation of the Latin Marianus that is strictly male in its native countries — unlike the English counterpart Marian which is traditionally unisex.
English word name or variation of Almund or Aleman, German
"almond; noble strength; German"
Almond may seem like a hippy modern name, but its use for American boys goes right back to the mid-nineteenth century. In these cases, it was either a variation of Almund, meaning "noble strength,"…
Dutch variation of Duke, English
"British nobleman"
French variation of Alexandra
"defending men"
This unusual form of Alexandra might be seen and pronounced as a combination of Alex and Anne.
Germanic and Scandinavian variation of Katherine
"pure"
While Karen may have to take a backseat for a few years, Kaarin feels fresh and sleek. This variation of classic Katherine is used in Nordic and Germanic areas.
Estonian variation of Marcus, Latin
"warlike"
An attractive international variation of Marcus that could get you to the nickname Gus.
Slovene, Croatian, and Lithuanian variation of Olivia, Latin
"olive tree"
An international form of popular Olivia, this variation is in the Top 10 in Lithuania and in the Top 50 in Slovenia. It is also used in Latvia, but typically transcribed as Olīvija.
Dutch variation of Constantine
"steadfast"
This variation of Constantine is worn by Prince Constantijn of Holland, son of Queen Beatrix.
Spelling variation of Catherine, Greek
Actress Hepburn made the Katharine spelling famous, which seems to be the inspiration for this spin on Catherine.
Hungarian variation of Wendell, German
"to travel, to proceed"
Ukrainian and Belarusian variation of Margaret
"pearl"
A lovely variation of classic Margaret, worn by two Olympic medal winners — Marharyta Makhneva and Marharyta Dorozhon.
Finnish variation of Axel, Scandinavian
"father of peace"
A popular choice in Finland, where it ranks among the Top 50 boy names.
Turkish variation of Aswad
"black"
Esvet is a Turkish variant of the Arabic male given name Aswad.
Hungarian variation of Dorian, Greek tribe name
Ukrainian variation of Alexander
One of many variants of the classic Alexander — this particular one is used in Ukraine.
Finnish, variation of Maija
A cute variation of the Finnish Maija — which in turn is a variation of Maria.
Hebrew, variation of Adina
"delicate"
The Old Testament Adinah was a male soldier, not the same as the beautiful daughter of Jacob and Leah, Dinah. But in modern Israel, Adinah and Adina are also used as names fori girls.
