By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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English word name
"ascend, move upwards"
Rise joins the latest class of modern Christian names for its uplifting spiritual associations, which could make it especially appropriate for for an Easter baby. Along with these spiritual links to…
Hebrew
"behold, a son"
Ruby could be a short form of the Biblical name Reuben and especially its streamlined form, Ruben. As a gemstone name, it's currently enjoying a fresh boom of popularity for girls – nearing the US…
Diminutive of Tucker, English
"fabric pleater"
Sharp and preppy. Parents of young children may recognize it as the name of the turtle from the television show Wonder Pets .
Vyan is a short, distinctive masculine name with several possible origins. In Sanskrit, it relates to one of the five vital airs or 'pranas' in the body, representing the energy that permeates the…
Hebrew variation of Jonah
"dove"
The Hebrew variations of Biblical Jonah — Yona and Yonah — are unisex today.
Word name
Usually reserved as a term of endearment, Baby is likely used as a name when parents have yet to choose an official one but need to register their baby. For a girl, it can be considered a nickname…
German
"brave"
Short and curt.
Diminutive of Cristian
"a Christian"
A short form that covers multiple names including Cristian, Cristóbal, and Crispin.
Variation of Dane, Dean, or Dáinn, literary, Norse
"from Denmark; valley; died"
Dain might simply be considered an unusual spelling variation of the familiar Dane and Dean, however, it may also have its roots in Norse mythology, in which it belonged to a several different…
Dovi is a masculine name with Hebrew origins, meaning "bear" or derived from the word for strength. In Jewish tradition, it's sometimes used as a nickname for Dov or as a standalone name. Dovi…
With West one of the hottest names for boys, and North the name of a high-profile celebrity baby, can East be far behind? While Easton seems to be the version of choice for this directional name --…
"cedar"
Strong, interesting nature name reminiscent of Biblical favorites Ezra and Boaz.
Eron is a masculine name with multiple potential origins. It may be a variation of Aaron, which comes from Hebrew meaning 'high mountain' or 'exalted one.' Alternatively, it could be related to the…
Gaelic, Anglicized form of Eoghann
"born of the yew tree"
The attractive Euan and Ewan are just coming onto the U.S. radar, via actor Ewan MacGregor and Harry Potter 's Euan Abercrombie.
"strength, might"
A Top 100 pick in Israel that feels simple and appealing enough to work in almost any language.
"month name"
Most things Jul-related – from the month of July to popular modern names Julia and Julian – originate with Roman emperor Julius Caesar, and the month name July is no exception. Fifteen girls and…
Italian surname
"happy; joyful"
Leto Atreides is the father of protagonist Paul of the Dune franchise. Other parents may use this name for its connection to actor and musician Jared Leto. In Greek mythology, Leto is the female name…
Variation of Elouan, Breton and French
"light"
Modern French form of the saint's name Elouan. Loan is currently a Top 200 choice in France.
Arabic
"shield; protector"
A smooth and soulful Arabic name that travels well between languages and cultures. Lindsay Lohan chose a variation for her son Luai, born in 2023.
Mete is a masculine name with multiple cultural origins. In Turkish culture, where it's most commonly found, Mete derives from an ancient Turkic title meaning 'hero' or 'brave warrior,' associated…
