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Makar is a masculine name with Slavic origins, particularly popular in Russia, Ukraine, and other Eastern European countries. It derives from the Greek name Makarios, meaning "blessed" or "happy." In…
Malick is a masculine name with roots in several cultures. In Arabic, it derives from 'malik' meaning 'king' or 'sovereign,' while in West African traditions (particularly Mandinka and Wolof), it can…
Manvik is a modern masculine name of Indian origin, particularly popular in Hindu communities. It likely combines elements from Sanskrit, possibly 'man' (mind, heart, or thinking) and 'vik' (a suffix…
Meilech is a masculine name of Yiddish origin that translates to 'king' or 'ruler.' It derives from the Hebrew word 'melech' (מֶלֶךְ) and has been used for centuries in Jewish communities throughout…
Hebrew
"causing to forget"
An Old Testament name -- he was the eldest son of Joseph -- that's still used in the Jewish community.
English word name
"being good or worthy; deserving of recognition"
Merritt is an English surname but spelled Merit it becomes a word name. Both variations are on the rise.
German surname
"knife; cutler"
Messer has trendy surname style, but a "messy" first syllable and sharp imagery may give some prospective parents pause. Reality star Stassi Schroeder named her son Messer Rhys in 2023, brother to…
French form and German short form of Michael, Hebrew
"who is like God"
While the (male) French form is pronounced in English like the girls' name Michelle and the German form had a hard k-like sound in the middle, this variation of Michael is distinguished by being used…
Greek, meaning unknown
The story of King Midas's Midas touch is a common cautionary tale, as he wished for everything he touched to turn to gold, only to regret it later. The associations with greed likely turn parents off…
Mikai is a masculine name with multicultural origins. It can be viewed as a variation of Michael, which derives from Hebrew and means "who is like God?" In Japanese, Mikai (未開) can mean "undeveloped"…
Hawaiian
"the namesakes"
An uncommon elaboration on the popular Noa sound, this Hawaiian name was traditionally given as a third name where the first two names were honor names.
Why choose one country name when you could choose them all?
Variation of Nohar, Nuha, or Nohara, Hebrew, Arabic, Assyrian
"soft light; mind, wisdom; illumination"
Noha is a multicultural, gender-neutral choice, with a bright but gentle feel. As a Hebrew and Assyrian name, it is associated with light and illumination, whereas as an Arabic name, it is used as a…
Irish
"little deer"
Oisin is one of the most popular Irish baby names in its native land, though largely unknown in the US. The original Oisin was the mythological son of Finn McCool and Sadb, the goddess who was…
Onix is a modern masculine name inspired by the stone onyx, a type of banded chalcedony known for its black color and use in jewelry since ancient times. The name's spelling variation with an 'i'…
Orlin is a masculine name with Slavic origins, particularly popular in Bulgaria where it derives from the word "orel" meaning "eagle." This connection gives the name associations with freedom,…
English
"Divine bear; divine warrior"
A surname style choice that could get you nicknames Bear and Ozzy, which is pretty cool. It comes from the Old English variant of the Old Norse Ásbjǫrn, which was introduced to England after the…
English surname
"of Paccius"
The name of a character in Dawson's Creek , from a surname derived from the Gallo-Roman personal name Paccius, of unknown meaning.
Variation of Perry or Peter, English or Greek
"dweller near the pear tree or rock, stone"
Perrin has been in long use as a surname, derived from Peter, and is now used quietly as a first name. It may rise higher now that it's a character name in the popular TV adaptation of Robert…
Rexford is a distinguished masculine name with English origins, derived from the elements 'rex' meaning 'king' and 'ford' referring to a river crossing. This regal-sounding name conveys strength and…
