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Caroll is a masculine name that represents a variant spelling of Carroll, which originated as an Irish surname derived from the Gaelic "Cearbhall" meaning "fierce warrior" or "champion." While it may…
Chicho is a masculine name with Spanish and Latin American origins, typically used as an affectionate nickname rather than a formal given name. Derived from the Spanish word "chico" meaning "boy" or…
English, Latin
"man"
Although now usually considered a female name in the US, Carol actually had a good run of popularity for boys too, peaking at #325 in 1937 and remaining in the US Top 1000 until the mid 1960s, when…
Spanish
"boy"
Friendly but flimsy.
Italian
"dear"
The meaning is endearing, but it also feels uncomfortably like a short form for Caroline. Its artistic reference is British sculptor Anthony Caro.
West African, Igbo
"God is strong"
A powerful Igbo name with spiritual meaning.
Carny is an uncommon masculine name with associations to carnival culture and entertainment. Possibly derived from 'carnival' or serving as a diminutive of Carnegie, this distinctive name evokes…
Ambrosi is a masculine name of Italian origin, derived from the Greek name Ambrosios, which means 'immortal' or 'divine.' It's a variation of Ambrose, which was popularized by Saint Ambrose, a…
Igbo
"God holds life"
Japanese
"clever; wise; man"
Ailfrid is a masculine name with ancient Germanic roots, representing a rare variant of the more common Alfred. Combining elements meaning 'elf' or 'supernatural being' and 'peace' or 'counsel,'…
Italian, musical term
The literal meaning of Adagio is 'at ease.' Adagio's use for a slow musical passage or ballet is contradicted by its lively sound and feel.
Irish
"victory"
This name is a fabulous option for parents looking for a victorious name but who find Victor just a little too obvious. This name can also be spelled Kearney.
Chilo is a masculine name with Latin and Greek roots, where 'chilo' means 'lip' or relates to having full lips. In ancient Greece, 'Chilon' was a renowned Spartan philosopher, one of the Seven Wise…
Gemstone name
Carnelian is an ochre-colored semi-precious gemstone, named after a type of cherry.
Chinese and Korean surname
"to describe; ancient; gold; money; to pound grain"
Chin is a common surname among those with Chinese or Korean heritage. It is related to the Chinese family names Chen, Jin, Qian, and Qin, and the Korean surname Jin.
Greek
"snow"
"descendant of Cearmaid"
Anglicized form of Irish Ó Cearmada, which is reminiscent of other jaunty Irish surnames like Cassidy and Connolly.
Ambrós is a masculine name of Greek origin, derived from the same roots as Ambrose, meaning 'immortal' or 'divine.' This particular spelling variation reflects Catalan, Galician, or Portuguese…
Carmino is a masculine name with Italian origins, derived from the Italian name Carmine. Both names connect to Mount Carmel in Israel, which has religious significance in Christianity. The name…