Names That Mean Strip

The name Ripley reflects the powerful character played by Sigourney Weaver in the Alien films; it was chosen by actress Thandiwe Newton for her daughter.

The "Believe It or Not" jokes will get old fast, but this surname feels fun and on-trend for both girls and boys.

Teigen is rising in popularity now that model and TV personality Chrissy Teigen has made it more visible.

This spelling variation of Ripley — a fast-rising unisex name that is just outside the Top 1000 on the girls side — has the trendy -lee ending.