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Jaasiel is a masculine name with biblical Hebrew origins, appearing in the Old Testament as the name of several minor figures. The name means "God makes" or "made by God," combining elements that…
Jaxtin is a modern masculine name that exemplifies contemporary naming trends combining familiar sounds with unique spellings. Likely an elaboration of Jax (itself a shortened form of Jackson) with…
Jensyn is a contemporary masculine name that represents modern naming trends that blend traditional elements with creative spelling. It likely evolved as a variant of Jensen (meaning 'son of Jens')…
English word name
"month name"
Most things Jul-related – from the month of July to popular modern names Julia and Julian – originate with Roman emperor Julius Caesar, and the month name July is no exception. Fifteen girls and…
Bulgarian
"viburnum"
A cool Bulgarian name with a unique nature meaning, although it is likely to get mispronounced in Anglophone countries.
Kasra is a masculine name with Persian origins, carrying rich cultural significance in Iranian naming traditions. The name derives from ancient Persian language, possibly relating to Khosrow/Cyrus or…
Kastiel is a masculine name with ethereal qualities, possibly derived from the angel Castiel in Judeo-Christian angelology. The name gained notable recognition through the character Castiel in the…
Invented name; spelling variation of Kauai
Many baby boys have been named after LA Clippers' basketball player Kawhi Leonard since his 2013 debut. Leonard says his father invented the name because he wanted something that sounded Hawaiian.…
American invented name
Kaylor is a faux surname name. It doesn't have an occupational meaning, unlike soundalike names Taylor ("tailor") and Baylor ("one who delivers goods"). It may be considered an Anglicization of…
Hawaiian
"flames"
Hawaiian names are having a moment, and this one, despite its strong meaning, is relatively undiscovered. The pronunciation may not be immediately obvious, but it didn't hurt Keanu Reeves.
English surname
"Cenel's island"
Kelsey (ex-Frasier) Grammer is a famous male bearer, although most modern Kelseys are female (in the US at least). It derives from several English place names, possibly meaning "Cenel's island", from…
Scottish place and surname
"chalk ridge, lime mountain"
This name of a town in Scotland, one of the earliest recorded surnames in the whole British Isles, has more vitality than Kelsey. Distinctive in sound with a cool -o ending and a stylish K initial,…
German and Dutch surname
"serf; hemp farmer; person from Kempen"
As a given name, Kemper is a rare gender-neutral choice, given to fewer than 50 American babies at last count. It's much more familiar as a surname, as in that of Ellie Kemper, an actor from The…
Kodie is a modern masculine name that emerged as a variant spelling of Cody, which originated as an Irish surname derived from 'Ó Cuidighthigh,' meaning 'helpful' or 'assistant.' This alternative…
Kortez appears to be a contemporary spelling variation of Cortez, which originated as a Spanish surname derived from 'cortés' meaning 'courteous' or 'polite.' The name gained recognition through…
Kristoff is a masculine name of Slavic and Scandinavian origin, serving as a variation of Christopher, which means 'bearer of Christ' from the Greek 'Christophoros'. The name gained significant…
Kullen is a contemporary masculine name that likely originated as a variant spelling of Cullen, which comes from an Irish surname meaning 'holly tree' or 'handsome.' This modern adaptation maintains…
Laron is a modern masculine name with uncertain origins. It may be a variant of the Hebrew name Aaron, which means 'high mountain' or 'exalted one,' or it could be a creative contemporary invention.…
Lemar appears to have multiple possible origins. It could be a variant of Lamar, which itself may derive from French geographic place names (such as the French municipality La Mar) or from the French…
Italian surname
"happy; joyful"
Leto Atreides is the father of protagonist Paul of the Dune franchise. Other parents may use this name for its connection to actor and musician Jared Leto. In Greek mythology, Leto is the female name…
