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Amine
Amine is a masculine name with roots in Arabic and North African cultures. Derived from the Arabic word 'amīn,' meaning 'faithful,' 'trustworthy,' or 'reliable,' it carries positive connotations of…
Aminta
Variation of Amyntas, Greek
"defender"
Aminta is now considered a feminine name, but it originated as a variation of Amyntas, a name connected to numerous ancient kings. In the 16th century, Torquato Tasso, an Italian poet, wrote a play…
Absalón
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…
Amire
Amire is a masculine name with diverse potential origins. It may derive from Arabic roots, possibly related to 'Amir' meaning 'prince' or 'commander,' with the additional 'e' creating a distinctive…
Algot
Swedish from Old Norse
"elf + Geat tribe member"
This modern form of the Old Norse name Algautr is popular with parents in Sweden today.
Amiris
Amiris is a masculine name with multiple possible origins, blending elements from different cultural traditions. It may be related to the Latin 'amirus' meaning 'wonderful' or 'admirable,' or…
Amirjon
Amirjon is a masculine name with Central Asian origins, particularly common in Tajik, Uzbek, and other Turkic cultures. It combines "Amir," an Arabic title meaning "commander" or "prince," with the…
Amis
Literary name
The surname of father-son British writers Kingsley and Martin could work very well as a first, though its Amy connection makes it sound a tad feminine.
Amit
Hebrew; Sanskrit
"friend; infinite"
Simple and worldly, popular and carrying two positive meanings in two diverse cultures. A winner prime for wider use.
Amitai
Hebrew
"my truth"
Popular in Israel but rare elsewhere, Amitai is a Hebrew name with a virtue-adjacent meaning. The name of the father of Jonah in the Old Testament, it has a a cool, energetic sound that feels in tune…
Algirdas
Lithuanian
"every rumor, all the news"
Derived from the components al , meaning "each" or "every," and gandas , "rumor" or "news." Algirdas is best known as the name of a medieval Lithuanian ruler, son of Gediminas.
Amlodd
Welsh
"great praise"
A name from ancient legend: Amlodd (also spelled Amlawdd) Wledig is recorded as being an early British chieftain. Some sources name him as the father of Igraine, the mother of King Arthur. It has…
Amlyn
Welsh, meaning unknown
A name from medieval romance. Amlyn ac Amig is the Welsh version of Amis et Amiles , a French moral tale of friends in Charlemagne's court. The name itself is gentle and straightforward, although the…
Amman
Amman is a masculine name with rich historical and geographical connections. Most notably, it shares its name with the capital city of Jordan, which is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities…
Aeldred
Aeldred is an Old English masculine name with Anglo-Saxon roots. It derives from the elements 'aethel' meaning noble or honorable and 'ræd' meaning counsel or wisdom. Historically, it was borne by…
Ammiel
Hebrew
"people of God"
There are four figures named Ammiel in the Bible. The most notable was the father of Bathsheba.
Ammiras
Arabic
"commander"
Related to Amir and Amira, an antiquated name that holds some modern appeal.
Ammon
Variation of Amman, German occupational name, Greek, Ancient Egyptian
"administrator; the hidden one"
Ammon is connected to two religions in the US and is used exclusively between the two of them. Prior to the 1960s, Ammon was considered a solely Amish name. In the Amish community, Ammon is bestowed…
Amnen
Amnen is a masculine name of uncertain origin, possibly derived from ancient Hebrew or Aramaic roots. It may be related to the word 'amen,' which means 'so be it' or 'truly,' expressing affirmation…
Algie
Algie is a vintage masculine name that originated as a diminutive of names beginning with 'Alg-' such as Algernon or Albert. With Old French and Germanic roots, it gained modest popularity in the…