By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Greek
"milk; gift"
A seldom used name invented by J.R.R. Tolkien for Lord of the Rings, this boys' name makes good use of the 'Gal' prefix and 'Dor' suffix to craft an appealing and unique alternative to Theodore.
An Arthurian name, Galehaut carries a feeling of nobility and courage, but it might be tough to find a nickname for. "Gale" and "Gal" haven't quite crossed over to the unisex side yet, and "Haut" is…
Greek mythology name
In Greek Mythology, Aeacus was the son of Zeus who became king of the island Aegina.
"man of the earth"
Androgeus was a Cretan prince—the son of King Minos. He is known for being murdered in Athens, although the way in which he died is contested.
"sweet sailor"
A daring choice with a sweet and sea-inspired meaning, Deucalion appears in Greek mythology multiple times. Most noteworthy perhaps are Deucalion the son of Prometheus, who, along with his wife…
"foresight"
Prometheus of Greek Mythology was a Titan known for creating humankind out of clay. He stole fire from the gods and gifted it to humanity, which triggered the rise of civilizations. Prometheus might…
Celtic
"thunder"
Taranis was the Celtic god of thunder, the equivalent of the Norse god Thor. With Thor along with a legion of mythological choices back in use as baby names, Taranis just may have a chance to rise…
Guömundur is a traditional Icelandic masculine name with deep Norse roots. The name combines elements meaning "god" and "protector" or "hand," reflecting Iceland's ancient Nordic heritage. Pronounced…
Siguröur is a masculine Icelandic name, which appears to be a variant of Sigurður. The name derives from Old Norse elements 'sigr' meaning 'victory' and 'varðr' meaning 'guardian' or 'defender'. In…
Gonçalo is a traditional Portuguese masculine name derived from the medieval Latinized name Gundisalvus, which has Germanic roots. The name means 'battle elf' or 'war elf,' combining the elements…
António is the Portuguese form of Anthony, a name with Latin origins derived from the Roman family name Antonius. The name carries a rich history and has been borne by many notable figures, including…
Brazilian variation of Benjamin, Hebrew
"son of the right hand"
Benjamim is the Portuguese and Brazilian variant of Benjamin, a name with Hebrew origins meaning 'son of the right hand' or 'son of the south,' as the right was associated with strength and favor. In…
"inescapable"
A legendary King of Argos, whose name has been variously translated as "inescapable" or "not inclined to run away". Variant forms include Adrastus and Adrestus.
Variant of Adrastos
Germanic
"elf power"
In Germanic mythology, Alberich is the name of a legendary dwarf king — which is fitting, considering its meaning. Alberich is thought to be the origin of the English names Auberon and Aubrey.
Variant of Alberich
Variant of Alcuin
Invented name
The European-sounding name of the husband of Little House on the Prairie author Laura Ingalls Wilder actually arose as an Anglicisation of an Arabic name: "Way back in the time of the crusades there…
West African
A form of Ahmad popular in Western Africa. It ranked in the French Top 500 for much of the 1980s.
