By Sophie Kihm · Updated September 2026
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Dedric is a masculine name with Germanic origins, derived from variations of names like Theodoric or Dietrich, which mean 'ruler of the people' or 'people's ruler.' This uncommon name combines…
Deron appears to be a modern given name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variation of Darren (from the Irish Ó Dairinín, meaning "descendant of Dairin"), or could be derived from the Greek…
English
"one who avoids"
A common pet name, usually inspired by the Los Angeles Dodgers baseball team, Dodger was used as a given name for 6 boys in a recent year. Fiction writer Terry Pratchett used Dodger as a character…
Drevon is a contemporary masculine given name that first appeared in U.S. naming records in the late 20th century. Its etymology is not firmly established, but it may be a modern variation of names…
Eldin is a masculine name with multiple cultural origins. In Arabic traditions, it means 'nobility of faith' or 'of the religion,' often appearing as part of longer names. In Germanic contexts, it…
Irish
"from the island"
An appealing Irish placename with a unisex feel, Ennis would be a fresh alternative to Dennis and Ellis. It's little-used for boys and even rarer for girls, but since Kirsten Dunst and Jesse Plemons…
Evyn is a masculine name with multiple potential origins. It can be considered a modern spelling variation of Evan, which derives from the Welsh name Ieuan, a form of John meaning 'God is gracious.'…
"handsome servant"
Faron, a soft and gentle name, has a diverse group of references. There was the medieval Saint Faron, Bishop of Meaux (who has given his name to a cheese); Faron Young, a colorful midcentury country…
Fedor is a strong masculine name with Slavic origins, particularly prominent in Russian culture as a variation of Feodor or Theodore. Derived from Greek elements meaning 'gift of God' (from 'theos'…
Norse
"fen-dweller"
Variation of Fenrir.
Ferman is a masculine name with multiple potential origins. It may derive from the Germanic element 'fardi' meaning 'journey' or 'travel,' suggesting someone who is a traveler. Alternatively, it…
"son of the king"
An English surname originally given to the illegitimate sons of a monarch. It might be a nice middle name choice to honor an ancestral Roy, though as a first, it does have a cool meaning.
Spanish from Latin
"from Gaul"
Hispanic name of two saints, celebrated on July 1 and October 16.
French variation of Jasper, Persian
"bringer of treasure"
Jasper is an internationally-popular name that takes many forms, among them Casper, Gaspar, and the French version Gaspard. Virtually unknown in the US, Gaspard is one of the Top 100 Boy Names in…
Gerry is a friendly, approachable masculine name that functions both as a standalone name and as a diminutive of Gerald, Gerard, or Geraint. Derived from Germanic roots meaning 'spear ruler' or…
Guilherme is the Portuguese form of the Germanic name Wilhelm, which is composed of the elements 'wil' meaning 'will, desire' and 'helm' meaning 'helmet, protection'. Popular throughout Brazil and…
Haadi is a masculine name of Arabic origin, derived from 'hadi' meaning 'guide' or 'leader.' It represents someone who provides direction and wisdom to others. The name carries connotations of moral…
Anglicized form of Danish, Amleth
The "To Be or Not to Be" jokes, via Shakespeare's tortured prince, will get old by Month Two.
Arabic
"true believer"
British filmmaker Hanif Kureishi brought this name to the Western world.
English or Dutch
"leaper, dancer; hop grower"
Sean and Robin Wright Penn chose this name for their son to honor their friend Dennis Hopper; others might associate it with the painter Edward. Couldn't be more spirited.
