Names That Mean Possibly

Anoma is name occasionally seen in Sri Lanka, India and Thailand. Its meaning is unknown but likely related to the word meaning "illustrious". It is a name that could easily work in English-speaking countries.

Like Alwen, but with an extra feminine frill.

Part Lara, part Caroline, but far rarer than either, Laraline is a strong, pretty and familiar-feeling name that has never appeared on the SSA baby name list. It has been claimed to come from Latin larus "gull", but is more likely a modern innovation.

Strong, friendly surname choice, à la Bailey.

Appealing topographical name that's rare even in Wales. Morus Elfryn was a popular Welsh singer in the 1970s.

O-ending boy names are on trend, and the Welsh language provides some interesting lesser-used ones...such as Beuno. St Beuno lived in the sixth century, established a monastery in North Wales, and is recorded as having restored several people from the dead. Eleven churches in Britain now bear his name, including several on the ancient pilgrim route to Bardsey Island.

An alternative spelling, found in some sources, of Arianrhod. This version lacks the fashionable "Aria" sound that is part of Arianrhod's appeal.