By Sophie Kihm · Updated September 2026
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North American Indian
"son of a chief"
The a ending gives it a feminine feel.
Zaidan is a modern masculine name with Arabic origins, derived from the root word meaning 'growth' or 'increase.' The name carries positive connotations of prosperity, abundance, and progress. While…
Zigmund is a masculine name that represents a variation of Sigmund, which has Germanic origins meaning 'victorious protection' or 'protector through victory.' The name combines the elements 'sig'…
South Slavic
"gold"
Derived from Slavic zlato "gold", this strong and dynamic name has a fitting namesake in Swedish professional footballer Zlatan Ibrahimović. It is used in Croatia, Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina,…
Arabic, Hebrew
"man"
Arabic or Islamic spelling of Adam
Aadit is a masculine name of Sanskrit origin primarily used in Indian cultures. The name means 'beginning,' 'first,' or 'primordial' and is sometimes associated with the sun. It can also be…
Aakash is a male name of Sanskrit origin widely used in India and among the Indian diaspora globally. It means 'sky' or 'open space,' symbolizing limitlessness, freedom, and infinite potential. The…
Aaren is a masculine name representing a modern variant spelling of Aaron, which has Hebrew origins meaning 'high mountain' or 'exalted.' In biblical tradition, Aaron was the brother of Moses and the…
Aaric is a masculine name that represents a modern variation of the classic Eric or Erik. The double 'a' beginning gives the traditional name a contemporary twist while maintaining its Germanic…
Adyn is a modern variant of the name Aiden, which has Irish Gaelic origins meaning "little fire" or "fiery one." This contemporary spelling emerged in the early 2000s amid the trend of unique name…
Greek
"the praised one"
In Greek and Roman mythology, Aeneas was the legendary son of Venus (or Aphrodite) who was the hero of Troy and Rome. Appearing in the Aeneid by the poet Virgil, he goes on to found the Roman state…
"very long time, eternity"
In Greek mythology this was an alternative name of the god Chronos, also used in English and a good candidate for baby name usage due to its good meaning and name-like sound.
Scottish place name "Æffa's farmstead"
"Æffa's farmstead"
This Scottish town and river name sounds strong and modern on both boys and girls, similar in style to names like Alden, Aspen, and Arden. ossibly derived from Old English to mean "Æffa's farmstead"…
Bosnian form of Aydın, Turkish
"bright, clear"
Bright and friendly, Ajdin is a popular choice in Bosnia and Herzegovina, having been in the Top 50 since the 2000s. It reached #3 in the charts in 2011, but has now declined slightly in use. It…
Latin
"white, bright"
Albion is an ancient, poetic, and literary name for Great Britain. As a name, Albion is a variation of Albus -- and Dumbledore fans might find it a congenial update. Attractive short forms include Al…
Aldin is a masculine name with Germanic roots, likely derived from the elements 'ald' meaning 'old' or 'wise' and 'win' meaning 'friend.' This creates a meaning along the lines of 'old or wise…
English from German
"old"
Aldous has long been associated with British writer Huxley, author of Brave New World . So many of these rare British names are starting to be reconsidered by the literary or hipster crowds and this…
Hindi
"knowledgeable"
Surname of a noted modern Urdu poet.
Aleks is a masculine name representing a streamlined, modernized spelling of Alexander, which derives from Greek elements meaning 'defender of the people.' This simplified variant is particularly…
Alvey is a masculine name with English origins, traditionally used as a surname before transitioning to a given name. It likely derives from the Old English personal name 'Ælfwine,' combining…
