By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Hebrew
"servant of God"
This quirky Old Testament name has potential, as parents are digging deeper into the Bible to find names for their children. It has also been used as a nickname for Obediah. In the Old Testament,…
Aren is a masculine name with multiple origins and meanings across different cultures. In Armenian, it means 'eagle,' symbolizing strength and vision. It can also be a variation of Aaron, derived…
Japanese
"shallow well"
A Japanese surname that has been gathering momentum as a given name in the US, Asai means "shallow well". Chosen for more than 40 boys in a recent year, it is seven times more popular than it was a…
"prophet"
Naviʾ is the Hebrew word for "prophet," while neviʾa is "prophetess." Both ultimately derive an Akkadian word meaning "to proclaim" or "to summon."
"sheaf of corn"
A symbolic name for boys born during a period between Passover and Shavuot.
Aero is a distinctive masculine name with modern appeal, derived from the Greek word 'aer' meaning 'air' or 'atmosphere.' This contemporary name evokes associations with flight, freedom, and the…
Ansh is a masculine name of Indian origin, derived from Sanskrit. It means 'a part of' or 'portion', often interpreted as 'a part of God' or 'divine essence'. The name carries spiritual significance…
Variation of Ace, Latin
"one, unity"
Variations and elaborations of Ace have been popping up all over the place — Ayce recently broke the Top 2000.
Vayu is a masculine name of Sanskrit origin, derived from ancient Hindu tradition where it represents the deity of wind and air. In Hindu mythology, Vayu is one of the Pancha Mahabhutas (five great…
Roen is a masculine name with Nordic and Gaelic influences, functioning as a modern variation of traditional names like Rowan or Rohan. In Norse contexts, elements of the name connect to 'famous' or…
Norwegian variant of Ivar
"yew wood, archer, warrior"
Iver is a popular name in its native Norway, but parents in the U.S. are starting to take note of this rugged yet gentle name. Stemming from the original Norse name Ívarr , it is part of a small…
June is a masculine name derived from the month of June, which was itself named for the Roman goddess Juno, the protector of women and marriage. While predominantly used for girls since the early…
English
"pointed hill"
Full name that sounds more like a short form; more likely to be spelled Kip.
Diminutive of Jacob, Hebrew
"supplanter"
A variation or short form of the popular Biblical boy name Jacob that has a totally different feel to it. Contemporary, modern, and zippy, it blends the cool air of Kade, Kai, Kace, and Karter, with…
Diminutive of Chester, English
"fortress, walled town"
Chet is an old-fashioned short form of Chester, that like Ned, Mac, Ted, and Wes, it has the potential to sound cool again. Country singer Luke Combs and his wife Nicole, certainly thought so as they…
Variation of Finn
"bright, fair"
Spelling variation more popular in Germany than the original, which is also well-used there.
Greek
"demi-god; admired, courageous"
A bold, brave choice, that some may worry is a little heavy to bestow on a child, Hero wouldn't seem too out of place alongside Chosen, Merritt, or Noble. Though the mythological Hero was female, as…
"distant"
Elam is the name of no fewer than eight Old Testament figures. The most notable was a grandson of Noah whose followers were dubbed the Elamites. Elam is commonly used in Amish communities today.
Sanskrit
"unconquered"
A very common boys' name in South Asia, with a strong meaning. Some are bound to pronounce it AJ, as in Soprano.
Variation of Ari
"lion of God"
This spelling variation of trending unisex Ari — both diminutives of Hebrew Ariel — means "lion of God".
