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Modern invented name
Maria spelled backwards makes an inventive new unisex Marian name, with a cool sound similar to Aaron and Hiram. It first appeared on the US charts in 2000, and is now given to around 20 boys each…
Arath is a masculine name of multiple cultural origins. In Celtic tradition, it may relate to the word for 'bear,' symbolizing strength and courage. It also appears in Mexican usage, possibly derived…
Aria as a masculine name has multiple cultural origins. While more commonly used for girls in Western countries, Aria has distinct traditions as a boy's name in certain cultures. In Persian, Aria…
Armias is a masculine name with obscure origins, possibly derived from Armenian culture or as a variant of Aramis, one of the Three Musketeers in Alexandre Dumas' novel. It may also have Hebrew…
Variant of Asad. DJ Khaled and Nicole Tuck used this spelling for their son, born in 2016.
Ashtin is a masculine name that represents a modern variant spelling of Ashton, which originated as an English surname derived from place names meaning 'ash tree town.' This contemporary spelling…
Avram is a masculine name of Hebrew origin, serving as a variation of Abraham. Meaning 'exalted father' or 'father of many,' it carries significant religious and historical weight in Jewish…
Persian
"free, noble"
An undiscovered Persian gem that's zippy, short and sweet. It is used in Iran and neighboring countries as a first name and a family name. The British actress Afshan Azad played Parvati Patil in the…
German
"to burn"
Brenner is an occupational surname for both a charcoal burner and a distiller of spirits. One of the least used of occupational surnames, it has that 'er' ending that definitely adds to its…
Carlens is a distinctive masculine name likely derived from Carl or Carlos with a creative suffix. It blends traditional naming elements with modern styling, creating a name that feels both familiar…
Italian
"sky"
Expansive, sunny Italian word name.
Spanish, Portuguese, Italian
"mild, merciful"
A more romantic form of old school Clement, which ranks in the Top 100 boy names in Chile. Clemente, like Clement, derives from the Late Latin name Clemens, the name of 14 popes and several saints.
Anglicization of French surname de Chiel, meaning unknown
Variation of Dashiell.
Declyn is a modern masculine name that represents a variation of Declan, which has Irish Gaelic origins meaning 'full of goodness' or 'man of prayer.' The unique spelling with a 'y' adds a…
Delvin is a masculine name with Irish and Gaelic origins. It likely derives from the Irish place name Delvin (Dealbhna in Irish), a region in County Westmeath, Ireland. The name may ultimately stem…
Diminutive of Desiderio, Spanish
"desired one"
Forever Lucy's.
English variation of Leroy
Once a staple of the 1920s, like Leroy and Elwood, Elroy is languishing in style limbo now. One feature that might make it worth a second glance is its royal meaning, for those looking for a vintage…
Erin as a masculine name has Irish origins, derived from "Éirinn," the dative case of "Éire" (Ireland). While more commonly recognized as a feminine name in many countries today, Erin has historic…
Esvin is a masculine name with Latin American origins, particularly common in Guatemala and other Central American countries. It likely developed as a modern variation of names like Edwin or Eswin,…
Animal name
"fox"
The name of an adorably small, big-eared fox native to Africa would make an inspired choice for a little boy -- though confusion with Hunger Games name Finnick is all but certain. Given the rise of…
