Has a pure, clean aura, but is also evocative.

So much more worldly than Danny.

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.

Named for its snowcapped mountains, Nevada is a state name which, unlike Carolina, Montana, and Dakota, has been relatively undiscovered. Warning: today's unvisited place-name could become tomorrow's trampled tourist attraction.

Not unless you want your son to grow up to be just like a wacky Jack Black character.

Meaning "girl" in Spanish, this has occasionally been used as a name in the Philippines, but is not a usual Spanish name.

The more familiar spelling Natalia currently sits much further up the list and has even made two brief appearances in the Top 100 during the last decade. Nathalia on the other hand has never been a particularly popular choice. The name has floated on and off the Top 1000 charts over the last 2 decades, favored especially by Hispanic and Latin American parents.

Ninah is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. It can be considered a variation of Nina, which itself has roots in several languages: in Spanish and Russian, Nina means 'little girl'; in Native American Quechua, it represents 'fire'; and it may also derive from the Hebrew Hannah, meaning 'grace.' The added 'h' gives Ninah a distinctive quality while maintaining the melodic sound of the original. This spelling variation creates a unique identity while preserving familiar pronunciation. Ninah carries a gentle yet strong presence across cultural boundaries. The name has remained relatively uncommon, offering individuality without being difficult to pronounce or recognize. Parents might choose Ninah for its cross-cultural appeal, subtle uniqueness, and the soft, feminine quality it conveys.

Natalina is a feminine name of Italian and Latin origin, serving as an elaborate form of Natalia. Derived from the Latin 'natalis' meaning 'birthday' or 'birth,' it traditionally referenced children born on Christmas Day, carrying connections to the Nativity. This melodic, four-syllable name combines the popularity of Natalie with a distinctly Italian flair through its characteristic '-ina' diminutive ending. While common in Italy and among Italian diaspora communities, Natalina remains relatively uncommon in English-speaking countries, offering a distinctive option for parents seeking Italian heritage names. The name conveys elegance and femininity while maintaining connections to celebration, new beginnings, and the Christmas season.

Too childlike, in addition to the objectionable association with the el niño phenomenon.

Nas is a masculine name with diverse origins. In Arabic, it means 'people' and can be a shortened form of names like Nasir ('helper' or 'protector'). It gained recognition in Western culture primarily through the famous American rapper Nas (born Nasir bin Olu Dara Jones) who emerged in the 1990s. The name carries a contemporary, strong sound with its brevity and distinctive ending. While relatively uncommon as a standalone given name, it has appeal for parents seeking a short, multicultural name with musical associations. In some cultures, Nas can also function as a surname or nickname, adding to its versatility across different communities.

This name of an admired Puerto Rican pop singer has been picked up by hundreds of Hispanic parents.

A name bestowed in honor of the Virgin Mary, Nuestra Señora de la Nieves, referring to a miracle she performed with unmelted snow in the August heat of Rome.

Dashing surname for the Basque kingdom.

Basque name for a Spanish city where the Virgin Mary appeared in medieval times, now a popular girls' name throughout Spain.

As Nerea, in the Spanish Top 100, but this streamlined version is one of those golden choices that's both supremely simple and intriguingly rare.

The meaning makes this name interesting, but the sound is too related to nemesis.

Nicandro might be of interest as a blend of two Anglo favorites -- Nicholas and Andrew.

This lively and appealing name originated as a short form of Cornelia, but is well able to stand on its own. Nelia is also often in the Hispanic culture, where it can be a short form of Manuela. It did have some American usage in the late nineteenth century, and with Cornelia having a comeback, Nelia could follow.

Cowboy swagger via the non-cowboy flick "The Guns of Navarone," chosen by Priscilla Presley.