By Sophie Kihm · Updated September 2026
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English
"famous, brilliant"
Years ago we might have said that this name was unthinkable, but with clunky, old-fashioned names being so popular right now — consider Augustus, Stanley, Wilfred, etc — what's to stop Cuthbert from…
Romanian, from Greek
"man of Cyprus"
Cyrek is a masculine name with Slavic roots, particularly found in Polish naming traditions. It likely relates to names like Cyril (derived from Greek Kyrillos, meaning "lordly" or "masterful") but…
Kiryl is a masculine name of Slavic origin, primarily used in Belarus, Russia, and other Eastern European countries. It represents a variant of the name Cyril, which derives from the Greek name…
Cyryl is a masculine name with Polish and Slavic origins. It is a variant of Cyril, which derives from the Greek name Kyrillos, meaning "lordly" or "masterful." In Eastern European countries,…
Coireall is an ancient Gaelic masculine name with roots in Irish and Scottish traditions. It's believed to derive from the Gaelic elements meaning 'warrior' or 'champion,' though some sources suggest…
Ciril is a masculine name derived from the Greek name Kyrillos, meaning 'lordly' or 'masterful.' It's essentially a variation of Cyril, with alternative spelling that appears in several Slavic…
Cyrill is a variant spelling of Cyril, a name with ancient Greek origins derived from 'kyrios,' meaning 'lord' or 'master.' This alternative spelling with the double 'l' gives the classic name a…
Cyriss is a masculine name with classical undertones, likely derived as a variation of Cyrus, which comes from the Persian name Kūruš, meaning 'sun' or 'throne.' This distinctive spelling variation…
Cyress is a masculine name that appears to be a modern variation of Cypress, inspired by the cypress tree known for its strength, dignity, and longevity. This contemporary spelling gives the…
French
"from Aubigny"
Dapper-sounding choice with old American roots (Dabney Cosby was a 19th century Virginian architect who worked with Thomas Jefferson on some of that state's most iconic buildings). Dabney Montgomery…
Dabny is an uncommon masculine name with uncertain origins, possibly a variant spelling of Dabney. The traditional Dabney derives from a French surname, d'Aubigny, referring to someone from Aubigny…
Dabnee is an unusual masculine name with unclear etymological origins. It may be a creative modern variation of Dabney, which originated as an English surname derived from the French place name…
Dabnie is a masculine name that appears to be a variant spelling of Dabney, which originated as an English surname derived from the French place name D'Aubigny. This uncommon name has Old Norman…
Irish
"from the south"
Great way to honor either Irish or Southern heritage without being too on the nose. Similar to other boys' names like Pacey, Casey, Percy and Chauncy.
Dacy is an uncommon masculine name with multiple possible origins. It may be derived from Irish surname Deasy (from 'Ó Déasaigh' meaning 'one who is quick or nimble'), or it could be a variation of…
Daicy is an uncommon masculine name that appears to be a variant spelling of Daisy or possibly a phonetic spelling of Dacy. While Daisy traditionally derives from the flower name and is usually…
Dacrius is an uncommon masculine name with possible Latin or Greek origins, though it's not widely documented in classical texts. It has the stylistic elements of ancient Roman nomenclature,…
Daicey is an uncommon masculine name that likely represents a variant spelling of Dacy or possibly derives from an Irish surname. It may relate to names like Dacey or function as a diminutive form of…
Welsh variation of David
Extremely common in Wales and England, Dafydd would likely leave some non-Welsh speakers confused at first. But we love the soft, lispy quality this variation offers.
