Both offbeat and upbeat, this evocative traditional Irish name that runs through Celtic mythology is known here via award-winning novelist Cormac McCarthy (born Charles). The author's adopted name is related to Cormac Mac Airt, one of the great legendary high kings of Ireland.

A name scattered throughout Irish mythology with an intriguing sound, Carbry is one of the rare Irish names for boys virtually unknown in the US. Bry is the obvious, but lovely nickname option.

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

Kormak is not just a kreative spelling of Cormac (although yes, it can be that too). It's a legitimate anglicized version of the Icelandic name Kormákur, which was exported from Ireland and appears in the Icelandic sagas.

A friendly-looking anglicization of Cormac. Not that Cormac needs it, but some parents just prefer this spelling.