By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Latin
"evening"
An elaborate form of Vesper, taken from the Latin word for evening, and used to describe a Christian evening prayer. This form may be more specifically tied to the Esperanto Vespera.
Pop culture, literature
"victor, conqueror"
Used by writer George R. R. Martin in his popular fantasy series, A Song of Ice and Fire , this name was created for the character Victarion Greyjoy, a relative of Balon and Theon Greyjoy. Described…
Sanskrit, Latin
"knowledge, science, learning; envy"
A name associated with knowledge, curiosity, and wisdom, Vidia is an alternative spelling of Vidya, a popular name in India, Nepal, and Mauritius, where it is connected to the Hindu goddess…
French form of Violina, Latin
"violet"
A sleek and distinctive variation of Viola, adapted from a Judeo-Italian diminutive, Violine may appeal to those who love Violet, but also Celine, Evangeline, and similar. Less popular than Violaine,…
"corn, grain"
The Roman goddess Annona personified Rome's grain supply. Her name is derived from the Latin word annōna , meaning "corn" or "grain," which ultimately originated from annus , "year."
"high"
With its musical allusions, a harmonious possibility.
"noble wolf"
This softer version of Adolf is sadly still off-limits due to the connotations with Hitler.
"from Attica"
A hyperkinetic name, might be more kid-friendly without the second a.
"eagle"
Common Roman name mentioned in the Bible that has a crisply attractive sound.
"silvery"
A more distinctive alternative to Angelo.
"village or street"
Vicus, an unusual ancient Roman place-name, is used for modern-day boys in Africa.
"pure"
The name of the Roman goddess of the household is not recommended for your little goddess. More on that deity: Vesta is primarily associated with the vestal virgins, her priestesses, who tended the…
"evening star"
Said to refer to either Jupiter or Venus, either of which would be preferable as a name.
English word, Old English
"an inlet of the sea where the land curves inward; berry"
Like River and Lake, a cool, refreshing modern water-related choice. This name is also associated with bay leaves, the bay laurel, the contemporary term of endearment, "bae", and the Old English word…
"mutterer"
Balbo is more commonly seen as an Italian surname, but in the times of Milo, Otto, and Arlo, what's to stop parents from choosing this unusual name for their child. For aviation buffs comes the added…
"green"
Embodies both color and operatic style.
"tenth"
Once a birth order name, now might work as a cool x-ending nickname. But be warned that it sounds very close to an unfortunate slang term.
"kind, wellborn"
From the root that gives us "benign," Benigno is not as accessible in English-speaking cultures as such names as Bruno and Benicio. Filipino Senator Benigno Aquino, Jr., went by his nickname Ninoy.
"fair-haired"
Fresh choice, but with feminine lilt.
Variation of Vera, Russian
"faith"
The simple, sleek Vera gave birth to the more elaborate Veradis and Veradisia. Neither name was used for any baby girls in the US last year.
