By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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English, German
"watery meadow"
An English surname used mononymously by the American singer-songwriter and record producer Breland (born Daniel Gerard Breland), who could certainly boost his cool name into the limelight. Also…
Irish
"son of Breasal"
Breslin is a classic Irish surname that's found its way onto the first name roles in the US, but only for girls.
English
"lives near the bridge"
Bridger follows one of the recent trendy name formulas: a brisk first syllable + -er ending + history as a surname. It recently broke through the top 1000 on the boys side, but Bridger remains a…
English word name
" very bright and radiant; clever or talented"
This English word name meaning bright, clever, talented, and radiant, may be a lot to live up to. Brilliant would make a unique and offbeat virtue name for a parent with big dreams for their little…
Brionna is a feminine name that emerged as a modern variation of Briana or Brianna, which ultimately derive from Celtic and Irish origins meaning 'strong,' 'virtuous,' or 'high.' The distinctive…
Spelling variation of Bryony, Greek
"to sprout, to swell"
Briony may be the variation and Bryony the original, but many parents will see this as the more authentic-feeling version of this attractive botanical name. Melodic and bright, it was once a Top 400…
Brisha is a feminine name with a modern feel but possible roots in several traditions. It may have originated as a variation of Trisha (short for Patricia, meaning 'noble'), or as a creative blend of…
"small shoe"
Despite the bro-ish first syllable, more and more parents are catching on to Brogan as a girl name. Think of it as a modern update of Morgan.
Bryli is a modern feminine name that appears to be a creative variant of names like Brielle, Riley, or Brylee. With its contemporary spelling featuring the trendy 'y' substitution, Bryli reflects the…
Icelandic
"armour"
Sharp and bright, this Icelandic name comes from the Old Norse word from a coat of chain mail or an armour plate.
Cadie is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a diminutive form of names like Cadence or Arcadia, or a modern variant of Katie or Kady. With its friendly, approachable sound,…
"dear, beloved"
This Irish form of international favorite Cara is a new entry into Ireland's Top 100. But in the US last year, no babies were named Caragh. That final gh, though often silent in English as in might…
Carah is a feminine name representing a variant spelling of Cara, which derives from the Latin 'carus' meaning 'beloved' or 'dear.' In Irish Gaelic, Cara means 'friend,' while in Italian it…
English feminization of Carl or Charles, German, French
"free man"
A handful of baby girls are still named Carlene every year, but today other feminizations of Charles or Carl, from Carly to Charlotte, are much more popular.
Carlynn is a feminine name that blends elements of Caroline and Lynn, creating a modern-feeling name with traditional roots. It can be seen as a feminine variation of Carl (from Germanic origins…
Word name, English from Hindi
"fine, downy wool"
Cashmere is soft, luxurious — and way out of the ordinary. One of the unique names found in The Hunger Games series, you might be surprised to learn that this fabric name has been appearing in the US…
Cassi is a feminine name that functions as both a standalone name and a shortened form of Cassandra or Cassidy. With Greek origins, Cassandra means 'she who entangles men,' while Cassidy has Irish…
Caycee is a feminine name representing a modern, creative spelling variation of Casey. While Casey originated as an Irish surname derived from 'cathasaigh' meaning 'vigilant' or 'watchful,' Caycee…
Celes is a concise, gender-neutral name with multiple potential origins. It most likely derives from the Latin 'caelestis,' meaning 'heavenly' or 'celestial,' giving it an ethereal quality. The name…
Turkish
"paradise, heaven"
This charming Turkish name has hit pop culture, thanks to the Telenovela show of the same name.
