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Italian variation of Peter, Greek
"rock, stone"
Yet another winning international form of Peter.
Raylon is a modern masculine name that appears to be a creative coinage combining elements of popular names like Ray, Rayland, or Waylon. The first syllable 'Ray' brings associations with light and…
Riyansh is a modern masculine name of Indian origin that has been growing in popularity, particularly within South Asian communities and diaspora. The name combines elements of Sanskrit roots, with…
English
"rope maker"
Cowboyish occupational name that's one of the hottest choices below the Top 1000, increasing in rank more than 5000 places since the year 2000. Roper may not be a unique choice much longer.
Occupational word name
A word name that has sailed onto birth certificates of both genders, especially since Liv Tyler used it for her son. For boys, Saylor and Sailor are used about equally, but were together given to…
Sheppard is a masculine name derived from an English occupational surname referring to a shepherd, someone who tends and guards sheep. The name carries pastoral imagery and has biblical associations…
Slavic variation of Theodore, English from Greek
"gift of God"
You’re most likely to find this Theodore cognate in Eastern Europe, where it ranks among the top names for boys in the Czech Republic, Slovenia, Poland, and Romania. The nickname Teo is a real winner.
Williams is a patronymic surname that has evolved into use as a given name. Derived from the Germanic name Wilhelm (composed of elements meaning 'will, desire' and 'helmet, protection'), it literally…
"the point in the sky or celestial sphere directly above an observer"
Zenith is an uplifting if quirky word name, meaning the top or the peak. Eight boys received the name in one recent year, only a third of those who were called Nadir -- the low point!
Xhosa
"glory"
No, this name is not an homage to Grease! Zuko is a Xhosa (Zulu) boys' name meaning glory. In a world of Zekes, Zaks and Zanes, Zuko could make a refreshing choice for parents looking for something…
Aadi is a masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning 'beginning,' 'first,' or 'primordial.' In Hindu tradition, it's associated with Lord Vishnu and carries connotations of originality and leadership.…
Acen is a concise masculine name with multiple potential origins. In some African cultures, particularly Ugandan, it can mean 'born during harvesting time' or 'first born.' The name may also have…
Modern invented name
Braelyn just barely qualifies as a unisex name, being used for girls over 89 percent of the time.
English occupational name
"knife maker"
Cooper would be a more engaging C-starting occupational choice.
Irish, variation of Fionnan
With Finn, Finley, Finnegan, and Flynn in the charts, Finan offers another way to get to that popular sound. A spelling variant of Fionnan, Finan is an Irish name that means "little, white and…
English or Scandinavian
"hero or from the hall"
Halen is a cool surname name that will be especially appealing to fans of Van Halen.
Jaidyn is a modern masculine name that emerged as a variation of Jaden, which itself derives from the Hebrew name "Jadon" meaning "thankful" or "God has heard." This contemporary spelling with the…
Jaxiel is a contemporary masculine name with possible Hebrew origins, potentially derived as a creative variation of biblical names like Jaxiel or Jahzeel (meaning 'God divides' or 'God allots').…
Johnluke is a masculine compound name combining two traditional biblical names: John (meaning 'God is gracious') and Luke (meaning 'light' or 'illumination'). This modern combination creates a…
Khylan is a contemporary given name that appears to be a modern variant spelling, possibly related to names like Kylan or Kyland. The distinctive 'Khy-' beginning combines the popular 'Ky-' sound…
