By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Nesterio is a rare masculine name with Latin and Greek influences. It likely derives from Nestor, a wise counselor in Greek mythology and the Iliad. The suffix '-io' adds a romantic language flair,…
Spanish place-name
"covered in snow"
Western place-name that feels equally appropriate for both genders. Note: Natives say rhyme that second syllable with had, so it's not nehv-AH-da.
Navada is an uncommon masculine name that likely draws inspiration from the Western U.S. state of Nevada, which derives from Spanish terminology meaning "snow-covered." Unlike the state spelling,…
French
"new town"
More often used in Britain than here, where most names ending in ville fall into the unthinkable class, this might make an exception via fans of the musical Neville Brothers. Charles Dickens used the…
Nevyle is an unusual masculine name that appears to be a variant spelling of Neville, which derives from the Norman French 'Neuville' meaning 'new town' or 'new village.' This distinctive spelling…
Nevile is a masculine name of Norman-French origin, an alternative spelling of Neville. Derived from the Latin 'nova villa' meaning 'new town' or 'new settlement,' it originated as a place name and…
English
"new borough, new settlement"
A name only a bully could love.
Newbery is primarily known as an English surname rather than a first name, derived from place names in England combining the Old English elements 'niwe' (new) and 'burh' (fortress or town). As a…
Newberry is a masculine name that originated as an English surname before transitioning to occasional first-name usage. The surname has topographic origins, combining 'new' with 'berry' or 'burgh'…
Newyle is an extremely rare masculine name with obscure origins, possibly representing a modern invention or a very uncommon surname adaptation. The name has a distinctive sound combining elements…
Gervasi is a masculine name with Italian and Latin origins. It derives from the ancient Roman name Gervasius, which may have meant 'spear servant' from Germanic elements. The name has historical…
Spanish variation from Greek
"man of victory"
Nicandro might be of interest as a blend of two Anglo favorites -- Nicholas and Andrew.
Nicandros is a masculine name of ancient Greek origin, combining the elements 'nike' meaning 'victory' and 'andros' meaning 'of man' or 'manly.' The name can be interpreted as 'victorious man' or…
Nicandreo is a masculine name that appears to be a variant or elaboration of Nicander, which comes from Greek elements 'nike' meaning 'victory' and 'andros' meaning 'man,' thus 'victorious man.' This…
Nikander is a masculine name of Greek origin meaning 'victory of man' or 'conqueror of men,' derived from the elements 'nike' (victory) and 'andros' (man). This powerful ancient name was borne by…
Nikandreo is a masculine name with Greek origins, likely derived from Nikandros, combining 'nike' meaning 'victory' and 'andros' meaning 'man' or 'warrior.' This extremely rare name appears to be a…
Nicandrios is a rare masculine name with Greek origins, likely derived from the Greek elements 'nike' meaning 'victory' and 'andros' meaning 'man.' This distinguished name carries the weight of…
Nikandrios is a masculine name of Greek origin, possibly derived from the Greek elements 'nike' meaning 'victory' and 'andros' meaning 'man,' creating the meaning 'victorious man' or 'man of…
Spanish from Greek
"victory"
Closer to Nike than to Nicholas, this is an attractive, viable import. It's also one of several Italian and Spanish baby names that get you to the stylish and attractive nickname Nico.
Color name
"grayish green"
Like Cerulean, one of the new and unusual color names -- it's a soft grayish green -- suitable for a boy.
