By Sophie Kihm · Updated September 2026
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Adian is a masculine name that appears to be a modern variation of the Irish name Aidan, which means 'little fire' or 'fiery one.' The spelling variant adds a contemporary twist to the traditional…
Turkish variation of Ahmad
"greatly praised"
Ahmet is known outside its native land largely thanks to Atlantic Records founder Ahmet Ertegun. The original crazy celebrity baby namer Frank Zappa named one of his sons Ahmet, after the influential…
Andi is a versatile name used for both boys and girls, though traditionally more common for males. As a masculine name, Andi typically serves as a short form of Andrew (from Greek 'andreios' meaning…
Antone is a masculine name derived from the Latin Antonius, sharing roots with the more common Anthony. The name carries the meaning "priceless" or "of inestimable worth." This variant spelling…
Arif is a masculine name of Arabic origin meaning 'knowledgeable,' 'wise,' or 'learned.' It derives from the Arabic word for someone who possesses deep knowledge or insight. The name carries…
Word name
"deliberately setting fire to property"
Sure, Arson is a crime, but anecdotally, many of the parents who choose this name do so because Arson = "our son."
Diminutive of Arthur, Celtic
"bear"
Artie is a cute short form rarely given on its own, unlike the more grownup Art. But for a young Arthur, it's adorable.
Welsh
"very fair"
Derived from Welsh gwyn "white, fair" plus an intensifying prefix, Arwyn is a warm and unusual option.
Arabic, Turkish
"gift, ancestor"
Although it's a traditional male name in the Middle East, Ata has a more feminine read in the US.
Bilol is a masculine name primarily found in Central Asian cultures, particularly in Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, and surrounding regions. The name has Arabic roots and connections to Islamic tradition.…
Bradly is a masculine name that originated as a variant of Bradley, derived from an English surname meaning "broad clearing" or "broad meadow" in Old English. This simplified spelling omits the…
Brandan is a masculine name with Irish and Gaelic roots, serving as a variant spelling of the more common Brandon or Brendan. It derives from the Gaelic name Breandán, which means 'prince' or…
Braycen is a modern masculine name that represents a contemporary spelling variation of Bracen or Brayden. This name follows the popular trend of creative spellings utilizing the letter 'y' and the…
Spanish
"arms; nature name"
The name of a river that flows through Texas into the Gulf of Mexico is given to a dozen or so baby boys and a handful of girls each year. The name derives from Spanish río de los Brazos de Dios…
Modern invented name or surname, English
"briar meadow, briar clearing"
Brian meets Riley, this name is more popular for girls. It coincides with the surname Briley, a contracted form of Brierley, which might be an interesting alternative.
Irish
"from the narrow forest"
A beaming, friendly Irish last-name-first-name waiting to be discovered, though anyone into American history might associate it with John C. Calhoun, a 19th century statesman who defended slavery.…
Carnell appears to be derived from Old French and English origins, possibly beginning as a surname before transitioning to a given name. It may come from the Old French 'carnel,' referring to…
Chason is a masculine name with multiple possible origins. It may represent a modern variation of Chase or Jason, or it could derive from the French 'chanson' meaning 'song.' With its strong yet…
Clayten is a masculine name that represents a modern variant spelling of Clayton, which originated as an English surname meaning "settlement made of clay" or "clay town." This alternative spelling…
Scottish from Norse
Surname that is occasionally used as a given name in tribute to Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain.
