Mari enjoyed some mid-century popularity as a nicknameish version of Mary, but now deserves a second look as a multicultural classic. Popular in Norway and Armenia as a variation of Marie, it is also the name of a Basque goddess and an Estonian word name.

This nickname was given often enough as a standalone to land it in the Top 1000 from 2010—2013.

Nayara or Naiara is a Basque name for a Spanish city where the Virgin Mary appeared in medieval times, now a popular girls' name throughout Spain.

A cross between Ian and a group of atomic particles.

Schoolchildren will recognize this name via Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama.

An international form of the Basque name Xavier, Ksawery ranks in the Polish Top 50 in a recent year. The original form of the name comes from a place name meaning "new house" or "castle" and was borne by a 16th century saint, while this form has been notably worn by voice actor and radio speaker Ksawery Jasieński. Ksaweryna is a feminine form.

A nickname for Bella or Isabella, from Isabelita.

You may be more familiar with Jimena, the feminization of this name. Jimeno is just as upbeat and attractive — we'd love to see more parents embrace this rarity. It was given to fewer than five baby boys in the last year on record.