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Hungarian variation of Brian, Irish
"strong, virtuous, and honorable"
Polish variation of Brian, Irish
Braizer is a masculine name that likely derives from occupational surnames. It appears to be a variant spelling of 'Brazier,' which historically referred to someone who worked with brass or a person…
Uncertain
A strong, rugged-sounding name most commonly heard in Australia (the most famous bearer is Australian rugby player Braith Anasta), whose origin is disputed. It is sometimes said to be a Welsh name…
Braiser is an uncommon masculine name that may have originated as an occupational surname. Historically, a braiser referred to someone who worked with brass or who specialized in a cooking technique…
Russian variation of Artemis, Greek
Although Artemis is a traditionally feminine name, the Russian variation, Artemiy, is used exclusively for boys.
Brainerd is a masculine name of Old English origin, derived from a surname meaning "of the burnt clearing" or "from the forest clearing created by burning." This uncommon name has historical…
English
"courageous raven"
We can hear the kids teasing him from here.
Misspelling of Brian
Brain is not a name, it's a misspelling of the long-popular Brian. What's really astonishing is not that it made the Top 1000 at all but that it hung on there for 25 years, from 1965 through 1989,…
Braimvyll is an extremely rare masculine name with uncertain etymology. It appears to be a modern constructed name or a highly uncommon spelling variation that may have roots in medieval naming…
Greek
"gift of Artemis, goddess of the hunt"
This name has a nice mythological, historical, Three Musketeers-ish ring.
Braidin is a contemporary masculine name that appears to be a modern variant spelling of Braden or Braeden. These names derive from an Irish surname, which originated from a place name meaning "broad…
Brahvo is an unusual masculine name that appears to be a creative spelling variation of 'Bravo,' which comes from the Latin word 'brabium' meaning 'prize' or 'reward.' As a given name, Brahvo is…
Brahnen is a masculine name of uncertain origin, possibly a modern variant or unique creation inspired by names like Brennan or Brandon. With its distinctive spelling and two-syllable structure,…
Artek is a masculine name with multiple cultural connections. In Slavic contexts, particularly Polish, it can be a diminutive form of names containing the element 'art' like Artur (Arthur). The name…
Algy is a masculine name primarily known as a diminutive of Algernon, a name with Norman French origins meaning 'wearing a mustache' or 'bearded.' Popular in upper-class British society in the late…
Anglo-Saxon
"elf power"
Properly written Ælfric, this Anglo-Saxon name derives from Old English name elements meaning "elf" and "power". It belonged to several notable medieval churchmen, and is thought to be the origin of…
Absalón is a masculine name of Hebrew origin, derived from the biblical Absalom (אַבְשָׁלוֹם), meaning 'father of peace' or 'my father is peace.' In the Bible, Absalom was the third son of King…
German surname from Abraham, Hebrew
"father of multitudes"
A melodic choice for lullaby-lovers. Brahms might also make a trendy s-ending nickname for Abraham.
Arte is a masculine name with multiple cultural origins. In Japanese, Arte (アルテ) can be associated with art or creativity. In Spanish and Italian contexts, it directly relates to the word for 'art,'…