The name of a Guaraní princess killed by Spanish conquistadors in Tupi-Guarani legend. A Ceibo tree – the national flower of Argentina – is said to have bloomed in the spot where she died.

A saints name and a word name, this is a modern, original way to convey a powerful meaning, especially in the middle place.

Popular enough in the Indian community to have made it onto the US Top 1000 every year from 2001 to 2014 and now again in 2023, possibly inspired by Jamaican activist Leachim Semaj (born Michael James).

Welsh for "lion", or a nickname for Llewelyn. Could make a cooler substitute for the blander Lou.

This very popular Armenian name represents a grandson of Noah, considered the father of the Armenian nation.

Mexican place-name famously used by Joan Didion for her daughter, Quintana Roo.

A Hebrew name also used for girls, with many variations to choose from. Hadara is another version. The name is associated with the holiday of Sukkot.

No low self-esteem for this kid, or so his parents hope.

Derived from the Sanskrit word nalini meaning "lotus", Nalin holds spiritual significance in Hinduism where it is associated with divine beauty and spiritual awakening, while in Buddhism, it symbolizes enlightenment and the victory of the spirit over the senses.

New Testament, Texas, and Kansas place-name more fitting for a girl.

The Dutch meaning (Buell is the Dutch occupational name for a hangman) is enough to keep most people away.

Pronunciation would not be obvious to Americans.

Rhythmic name with both religious and geographical ties, commonly heard in Latin countries.

See TALIA.