By Sophie Kihm · Updated September 2026
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Shayaan is a masculine name of Arabic and Persian origin that has gained popularity in Muslim communities worldwide. The name carries beautiful meanings including 'worthy,' 'deserving,' or…
Shephard is a masculine occupational surname-turned-first name derived from the Old English 'sceaphierde,' meaning 'sheep herder.' This variant spelling (compared to the more common 'Shepherd') gives…
Norse
"guardian of victory"
This old Norse name is still used in contemporary Scandinavia. An ancient hero's name, Sigurd got a modern boost from a heroic figure in television's The Vikings .
Stefon is a masculine name that serves as a modern variation of Stephen or Stefan, names with Greek origins meaning 'crown' or 'garland.' This contemporary spelling gained recognition in American…
Syris is a modern masculine name with likely roots in the ancient city of Syria or possibly as a variant of Cyrus, which means 'sun' or 'throne' in Persian. The spelling with 'S' and 'y' gives this…
Taelyn is a masculine name with a contemporary feel, likely derived from the combination of elements from names like Tae/Tay and traditional endings like -lyn or -lin. It may have Welsh influences,…
Tylor is a masculine name that emerged as a variant spelling of Tyler, which originally derived from an Old French occupational surname meaning "tile maker" or "tile layer." This alternative spelling…
Ulisses is a masculine name that represents the Latin and Portuguese variation of Ulysses, which derives from the Greek name Odysseus. In Greek mythology, Odysseus was the legendary king of Ithaca…
Geographical name
Vale is part place name, part nature name -- a poetic term for a type of valley. Today Show coanchor Savannah Guthrie put Vale on the baby name map when she chose it for her daughter, but there's no…
Spanish
"meadows"
One of the major American city names that's very unlikely to catch on as a baby name, although a small number of children are given the name each year.
English
"son of Vincent"
For Grandpa Vincent.
Virlan is an uncommon masculine name with potential roots in several cultural backgrounds. It may derive from Romanian origins, possibly related to the word 'vîrlan' which can refer to a countryman…
English, diminutive of Walter or Wallace
A Leave It to Beaver/old comic-strip name, vacationing for years with the Griswolds in WallyWorld, but now back as WALL-E?
Windham is a masculine name of English origin, derived from a place name meaning 'home by the windy hill' or 'windy homestead' in Old English. This distinctive surname-turned-first-name carries…
Azerbaijani form of Yusuf, Hebrew
"Jehovah increases"
Popular in Azerbaijan, Yusif - or Yusi̇f as it is often spelled - derives from the Arabic form of the Hebrew name Joseph. In Islamic tradition, Yusuf or Yusi̇f is a prophet, who can receive prophecy…
Zaeden is a contemporary masculine name that appears to be a modern creation, possibly inspired by combining elements of popular names like Zayden, Jaden, and Aiden with alternative spelling. This…
Zameer is a masculine name with Arabic origins, meaning 'conscience' or 'inner voice.' It's also found in Hindi and Urdu where it carries similar meanings of 'heart,' 'soul,' or 'conscience.' Zameer…
Zohaib is a masculine name of Arabic origin meaning 'golden' or 'like gold'. It derives from the Arabic word 'dhahab' (gold) and carries connotations of value, preciousness, and radiance. Popular in…
Ahyan is a masculine name with multicultural origins, found in various Middle Eastern, South Asian, and Islamic traditions. In Arabic contexts, it may relate to terms meaning 'time' or 'moment,'…
Ahzir is a distinctive masculine name with possible Arabic or Persian influences. While not widely documented in traditional name sources, it may be a creative variation of names like Azir or Azir.…
