Arcadia, a name for an unspoiled paradise, makes an attractive secular alternative to Nevaeh or Eden. For parents who want an unusual name with a friendlier nickname, Arcadia has the advantage of cute Cady.

The Persian goddess of sacrifice, also linked to marriage, oaths, and love.

The name of an 8th century king of Sussex, as well as several other Anglo-Saxon noblemen. A unique route to cool nickname Ozzy.

This traditional Swahili folktale name could mark you as a Neil Sedaka fan.

This common Indian name is borne by people such as Anjuli Shukla.