By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Animal name
One of the fierce new animal names new to name lists, helped by its strong x-ending.
Norwegian
"divine strength"
Asta as a boy's name is inspired by the Wizard King character in the anime series Black Clover. He is a human who triumphs in a world of superheroes --an inspirational figure.
English
"long stick"
Distinctive though somewhat abrupt, most prominently borne by country singer Hoyt Axton.
Norse and Scandinavian
"thunder"
Thor, the powerful name of the Norse god of thunder, strength and rain, would make a bold statement. Long a comic book staple, Thor has now invaded the big screen, and could land on birth…
English occupational name
"guard, watchman"
Until recently Ward was, like Wally, a Cleaver name, but today's parents are seeing it as a cooler nickname for Edward than Eddie, and are also beginning to use it on its own.
Arabic
"unique, matchless"
Ahad is one of the 99 names of Allah and is currently in the UK Top 1000. It's alternative Azerbaijani form is Əhəd.
Italian variation of Cyrus
This name of an old Hollywood nightclub still retains a spark of glamour.
Variation of Emery, German
"industrious"
Emry is an abbreviated form of Emery but might also be considered a relative of the Welsh Emrys. Emry was used for only 35 baby boys in the US last year and about 150 girls, placing it well below the…
Japanese
"broad, widespread"
Hiro is an apt name for a hero of the show Heroes -- and for our times. Widely used in Japan, sometimes also for girls. Hiroshi is a long form.
Vietnamese
"bright"
Famously borne by Vietnamese revolutionary and politician Ho Chi Minh, this is a popular Vietnamese boy name.
"light"
More commonly seen as a girl name, where it has roots in both Arabic and Dutch. The masculine variation of Noor is Arabic and used in Islamic communities.
"oak tree"
A cool, nature-inspired surname for someone who lived near an oak tree or in an oak wood, also spelled Oakes.
Qais is a masculine name of Arabic origin with rich cultural significance throughout the Islamic world. The name gained prominence through Qais ibn al-Mulawwah, the legendary poet from Arabian…
Arabic, diminutive of Rafiq; Spanish, diminutive of Rafael
Most people will assoicate it with the well-known children's singer.
Ziad is a masculine name of Arabic origin, derived from the root word meaning 'abundance' or 'growth.' The name carries positive connotations of increase, prosperity, and progress. Common throughout…
Variation of Arrius, Roman family name
Ario was derived from the Roman family name Arrius, although it bears closer resemblance to Aria, the Italian name meaning "song."
Emad is a masculine name of Arabic origin, derived from the word 'imād' (عماد) meaning 'pillar', 'support', or 'foundation'. The name carries connotations of strength, reliability, and being someone…
Variation of Hugh, English
"mind, intellect"
Once upon a time, in the 1930s, Huey was a Top 250 name, given to nearly 500 babies in a singer year. Traditionally a nickname for Hugo, Hugh, or Hubert, Huey has been notably borne by actor and…
Welsh variation of John
"God is gracious"
This Welsh form of John is pronounced Shaun. But most Americans certainly wouldn't know that. Siôn Corn (showing the extra-authentic spelling) is the Welsh name for Santa Claus.
English word name
"a talent for banter or persiflage"
In the old days, this might have been a short form for Dewitt, but today it's more likely to appear as a witty word name. We approve.
