By Sophie Kihm · Updated September 2026
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Shreyansh is a masculine name of Sanskrit origin popular in India, particularly among Hindu families. The name combines 'shreya' meaning 'auspicious,' 'prosperity,' or 'better' with 'ansh' meaning…
Shreyas is a masculine name of Sanskrit origin popular in India, particularly among Hindu families. The name means 'auspicious,' 'excellent,' or 'superior,' conveying positive qualities and good…
Shylo is a masculine name with varied spelling variants including Shiloh. It has Hebrew origins, derived from "shalah" meaning "peace" or "tranquil." In the Bible, Shiloh was an important ancient…
English word name
A rare unisex word/virtue name that is currently given to around 10 babies of each gender per year in the US. It could make for an unexpected route to bright, easygoing nickname Sol (or trendy…
Scottish
"steward"
This ancient royal Scottish name and its equally-correct spelling French variation Stuart had a brief vogue in midcentury America--it was Number 286 in 1955--dropped off the list completely in the…
Spelling variation of Taran, Celtic
"thunder"
Taron and its twin Taran may both be variations of Taranis, the name of the Celtic thunder god. Taranis is thought to be a counterpart to the better-known Norse god Thor. There was also a 7th century…
Romanian form of Octavian
A cool international name that could join the ranks of cool N-ending boy names. Americans may know it best from retired NFL player Tavian Banks.
Tillman is a strong masculine name with Germanic origins, derived from the occupational surname meaning 'farmer' or literally 'one who works the land' (from Middle High German 'til' meaning field and…
Vincente is a masculine name with Latin and Spanish origins, functioning as a variant spelling of Vicente. It derives from the Latin name Vincentius, which comes from 'vincens' meaning 'conquering'…
Wilber is a masculine name of Germanic origin, derived from the elements "wil" meaning "will" or "desire" and "berht" meaning "bright" or "famous." It's a variation of the more common Wilbur, which…
English, German
"wild boar"
Clunky yet cuddly, Wilbur is a stylish name in the UK where it currently sits in the Top 600, as cool as Rupert or Wilfred. Its merits are starting to be rediscovered in the US, where it was last…
Diminutive of William
See WILLIE.
Greek variation of John
As common in Greece as John is here.
Yazid is a masculine name with Arabic origins, meaning "increase" or "he who adds." It has historical significance in Islamic culture, as it was the name of several caliphs and notable figures…
Yerick is a masculine name that appears to be a modern variation of or related to the name Eric/Erik, which comes from Old Norse elements meaning 'eternal ruler' or 'ever powerful.' The Y-initial…
Hebrew
"pure"
Yochanan Ben Zakkai is a prominent figure in Jewish history.
Modern invention of unknown meaning
Newly coined options, the letter Z, and strong A sounds all remain on trend for boys in the US and Zaylan ticks all the boxes. Like a mash up of Zaiden, Zayn and Waylon, Zaylan was given to more than…
Adyan is a masculine name with Arabic origins, derived from 'adyan' meaning 'religions' or 'faiths' in Arabic. It can also be considered a variation of Adyan or Adian. The name has gained modest…
Diminutive of Albert or Albus, English, Germanic, Latin
"noble and bright; white, bright light"
Gentle and friendly, but also full of energy and spark, Albie is a bubbly diminutive, usually of Albert, but also of Alban, Albus, Albie has become a big favorite in England and Wales in recent…
