By Sophie Kihm · Updated September 2026
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Literary name
The name Lórien appears several times in Tolkien’s novels. It’s both a place name and a character name, and although the name may sound feminine due to the similarity with Lauren and Marien,…
Mackie is a masculine name of Scottish origin, derived from the Gaelic name Macky, which is a diminutive of Mac or Mack, meaning 'son of.' It began as a surname or clan name, often representing…
Danish
"son of Mads"
Would often be confused with Madison.
Maliek is a masculine name that appears to be a variant spelling of Malik, which has Arabic origins meaning "king" or "sovereign." This alternative spelling adds a distinctive touch while maintaining…
Irish
"a little monk"
An X -ending surname less common than the Jolie-Pitt-inspired Maddox. Grandparents might still associate it with the old TV crime show.
Latin
"womb; orderly mathematical arrangement"
Most famous as a sci-fi action film starring Keanu Reeves, the word matrix actually derives from the Latin for "womb". Max could be a cool nickname.
Diminutive of Maurice
"dark skinned"
Old-man name, soft as a fraying gray cashmere cardigan, that would be even cuter for a girl.
Scottish
"son of Rath; son of grace and prosperity"
Stylized as McCrae, this attractive Scottish surname-name is found in Larry McMurtry's Lonesome Dove , as the surname of hero Augustus/Gus McCrae. Also spelled MacCrae or McRay among other…
Slavic
"peace, world"
Mirko is a diminutive version of Miroslav but is now given as a full name.
Mohsen is a masculine Arabic name meaning "benefactor" or "one who does good," derived from the Arabic root "hasana" (to be good, to do good). This meaningful name is commonly used throughout the…
Mordy is primarily a masculine name functioning as a familiar diminutive of Mordecai, a name with Hebrew origins meaning 'servant of Marduk' or 'warrior.' Mordecai is an important figure in the…
Hebrew
"comforter"
This name of a minor Hebrew prophet in the Old Testament is rarely heard outside the Jewish culture.
Arabic
"friend"
Friendly option: has also been defined as "drinking companion".
Nassim is a masculine name with rich multicultural origins. In Arabic, it means 'breeze' or 'gentle wind,' evoking images of refreshing air and natural movement. The name also appears in Persian and…
Navid is a masculine name of Persian origin meaning 'good news' or 'bearer of good news.' The name derives from the Persian word 'navid' (نوید), which connotes joyful tidings or glad announcements.…
English, diminutive of Cornelius, Cornell, Nelson
Naming a child Cornelius or Nelson feels increasingly ahead of the curve in today's vintage name-loving climate. But keep Nelly for a nickname (even the rap star was christened Cornell).
Nivin is a masculine name with multicultural origins. In Arabic contexts, it means 'something new' or 'renewal,' while in Indian culture, particularly in Kerala, it's a common male name. The name has…
English
"from the oak valley"
Rarely used surname, associated with humorous poet Ogden Nash.
Russian
"holy"
This common Russian name has a somewhat effete pencil-thin-moustached image here.
Mormon
"all, universal"
The name of a prophet in the Book of Mormon, coinciding with a Latin prefix meaning "all, every".
