By Sophie Kihm · Updated September 2026
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Arush is a modern masculine name with Indian origins, particularly popular in Hindu families. The name derives from Sanskrit and carries multiple beautiful meanings including 'first ray of the sun,'…
Turkish and Persian, Russian
"rain; ram"
Baran is barely known in the US -- unless it's mistaken for royal moniker and Trump son name Baron -- but it might make a perfect choice for a boy born under the sign of Aries.
Benett is a masculine name that serves as a variant spelling of Bennett, which originated as a medieval form of the name Benedict, meaning 'blessed' in Latin. This slightly simplified spelling…
Irish, variation of Bradan
"salmon"
One of the many, many, many variations of this name very popular with parents, including actor Kevin Sorbo.
Modern invented name
Jaxon with a twist.
American invented name
As cool-guy Briggs rises quickly, now comfortably in the Top 500, this invented variation with a surname feel is used for a few dozen babies as well.
Brodee is a modern masculine name that represents a creative spelling variant of Brody or Brodie. The original name has Scottish origins, derived from place names meaning 'ditch' or 'muddy place,'…
Modern nickname
An old-fashioned nickname in the Bud/Buzz/Biff mold; this one's kind of belligerent. Michelle Hicks and Jonny Lee Miller moved outside the box when they used it for their son--given the safer middle…
English
"boulders that rock at a touch"
Sounds too much like buxom.
English word name
"cheerful"
With its lively, happy-go-lucky meaning, Chipper could be fun and jaunty nickname – and may work especially well for those looking for more unique options for names like Christopher, Charles,…
Costa is a masculine name with multiple cultural origins. Primarily used in Greek communities as a shortened form of Constantine (meaning 'constant' or 'steadfast'), it also appears in Italian,…
Danyal is a masculine name of Arabic and Persian origin, serving as a variant of Daniel. In Islamic tradition, Danyal refers to the prophet Daniel mentioned in religious texts. The name carries the…
Darron is a masculine name that likely developed as a variation of Darren or Darin, which themselves may have originated from the Irish surname Ó Dairin. The name has also been associated with the…
Davide is the Italian form of David, a masculine name with Hebrew origins meaning 'beloved' or 'favorite one.' This variant maintains the biblical connection to King David while adding a distinctly…
Davien is a modern masculine name that appears to be a creative variation of David, which has Hebrew origins meaning "beloved." This contemporary spelling adds a distinctive flair to the traditional…
"day-bright"
Problematic, even if not for Dilbert.
Denzell appears to be a variant spelling of the surname Denzel, which originated as an English surname derived from a place name in Cornwall combining the Cornish elements 'din' (fort) and 'hal'…
Deshun developed as a modern creation combining the popular prefix 'De-' with 'shun,' possibly derived from older names or words. Some interpret it as meaning 'of sunshine' or 'from the sun,' though…
Dontay appears to be a variant spelling of Dante or Donte, names ultimately deriving from the shortened form of the medieval Italian name Durante, famously borne by poet Dante Alighieri. The spelling…
Arabic
"the Lord is salvation"
Eisa is a variation of Isa, Essa, Eesa, or Issa, the Arabic form of Jesus. As a feminine name, it comes from Norse mythology and means "glowing embers."
