By Sophie Kihm · Updated September 2026
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Bancrofft is an uncommon masculine name of English origin, derived from a surname that originally referred to a person from 'bean croft' (a small bean field). This spelling variation with the double…
Place-name
This is one place-name we'd put off-limits, for obvious reasons.
Word name
"string instrument"
When Australian actress Rachel Griffiths chose this highly unusual name for her son, many assumed it was a bizarre invention, but noted Australian poet and writer of Waltzing Matilda , Banjo…
Irish
"small, fair one"
If you like the Irish surname feel, there are loads of more congenial options.
French
"baptist"
Traditionally used by the ultrareligious, the French boys' name Baptiste comes from the Greek word meaning "to dip". Baptiste is one of the Top 100 Boy Names in France .
Battiste is a masculine name of Italian and French origin, derived from the Latin name 'Baptista,' meaning 'baptist' or 'one who baptizes.' It's ultimately connected to Saint John the Baptist from…
Bautiste is a masculine name derived from the Latin 'baptista,' meaning 'baptist' or 'one who baptizes.' It's a variant of Baptiste, which is particularly associated with French and Spanish language…
Baraq is a masculine name with Semitic origins, appearing in Hebrew and Arabic traditions. In Hebrew, it means 'lightning' or 'flash,' and is notably the name of a biblical figure who was a military…
Israeli
"son of a nation"
This is one of hundreds of modern Israeli names that are unknown here but could translate to our culture.
French occupational name
"beard"
This name's all-male occupational roots help it break the Barbara bonds, but still not the most inspiring surname choice.
Barbar is an unusual masculine name with several possible origins. It may be related to the ancient Berber people of North Africa, or derive from the Greek 'barbaros,' originally referring to…
Barbour is a masculine name that originated as an occupational surname in medieval Britain, referring to someone who was a barber. In historical times, barbers performed various services including…
English and Scottish
"where birches grow"
Americans may not realize Barclay is the phonetic spelling of the British Berkeley -- though both sound like old-fashioned butler names.
Berkie is a diminutive masculine name that likely originated as an affectionate nickname for more formal names like Berkeley, Berkley, or Berke. The root 'berk' comes from Old English, typically…
Berky is an unusual masculine name that likely originated as a diminutive form of names beginning with 'Berk-' or as a nickname derived from a surname. It may have Germanic roots, possibly connected…
Bardey is an uncommon masculine name with likely origins as a variant of Bard or a surname adapted for first-name use. The name connects to the medieval occupation of a bard—a professional…
Barklie is a masculine name of English origin, likely derived from an old English surname. The name may have initially indicated someone who came from a birch tree clearing or woodland (combining…
Barklay is a masculine name of Scottish origin, a variant spelling of Barclay, which derived from the Old English place name 'beorc-leah' meaning 'birch tree meadow' or 'birch wood.' The name…
Berklie is a masculine name with modern origins, exemplifying the contemporary trend of creating new names by combining popular sounds or elements of established names. It may be inspired by surnames…
Barrclay is a masculine name that appears to be a variant spelling of Barclay, which originated as a Scottish surname derived from the Old English elements 'beorc' (birch tree) and 'leah' (clearing…
