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Mavrik is a contemporary masculine name that appears to be a creative spelling of Maverick, which comes from the English word meaning 'independent' or 'non-conformist.' Originally a term for…
Oumar is a masculine name primarily used in West African countries, particularly in Mali, Senegal, and Guinea. It is a variant of the Arabic name Omar (or Umar), which was the name of the second…
Rihaan is a masculine name with multicultural origins, primarily found in Indian, Arabic, and Persian traditions. In Arabic, it means 'sweet-smelling plant' or 'basil,' while in Sanskrit, it can mean…
Ruhaan is a masculine name of Indian origin, primarily used in Hindu and Muslim communities. In Sanskrit, 'Ruh' means soul or spirit, and the name Ruhaan can be interpreted as 'spiritual' or 'soulful…
Tavion appears to be a contemporary invented name that emerged in American naming practices during the late 20th century. The name may have been formed as a variation of names like Tavon, or as a…
Toren is a masculine name with Nordic and Hebrew origins, carrying different meanings depending on cultural context. In Scandinavian usage, it derives from Thor, the Norse god of thunder, combined…
German surname
"son of the white-haired or pale one"
The surname Witten (and variants such as Whitten) is a patronym derived from Witte or Witt, which was a nickname for people with white hair or a pale complexion in Germany and the Netherlands. It…
Zahid is a masculine name of Arabic origin meaning "pious," "ascetic," or "one who renounces worldly pleasures." The name derives from the Arabic word "zuhd," referring to abstinence and religious…
Arabic
"king, monarch, emperor"
An Arabic name with a strong, regal meaning, Aahil and its alternative spelling Ahil come from the Arabic word for "emperor" or "great leader" and is generally used to refer to someone who rules over…
Japanese
"bright man"
Japanese name common among older generations.
Ameir is a masculine name of Arabic origin, derived from the word 'amir' meaning 'commander,' 'prince,' or 'leader.' It represents authority, strength, and nobility. This variation of the more common…
Ukrainian variation of Artemis
Ukrainian Artem (ar-TEM) and Russian Artyom/Artiom (which can also be transcribed as Artem, though still pronounced ar-TYOM in Russian) are ultimately derived from the name of the Greek goddess…
Arabic, Urdu, Turkish
"lion"
A variation of the Turkish Aslan, this spelling was a fast rising debut to the England and Wales Top 1000 in 2025. With its leonine meaning and its association with bravery, it was notably used by…
Literary name
"brave, bold, daring"
Beren is a Noldorin name created by J. R. R. Tolkien for his fantasy universe. A great hero in the books, Beren is notable for his love story with Luthien — so notable that Beren and Luthien are the…
Slavic
"to fight"
Boris is one of the old Russian names being revived by chic Europeans; it hasn't quite made a comeback yet in the U.S., but it does have potential. For a long time the name has been associated with…
Italian and French
"wood, forest"
Saint John Bosco is well-known to Catholic School children, but Bosco is perhaps better known as a chocolate syrup.
Place-name from Dutch
"marshland"
It may be the hippest of hispter neighborhoods, but as a baby name Brooklyn is now on the decline: down from a peak of 120 births for boys in 1999, and over 7000 births for girls in 2011. The most…
American invented name
An invented name with several spelling variations. Ranking in the Top 1000 from 1989 to 2005, Daquan is now becoming a Dad Name.
Daren is a masculine name with multiple origins, primarily considered a variant of Darren, which derives from the Irish surname Ó Dairrín, meaning 'descendant of Darragh' (oak tree). This…
Gem name
Diamond was a big hit for girls in the nineties, ultimately making it into the Top 150. It's a relative rarity today for baby girls and boys, for whom the name also peaked in the nineties.
