By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Modern invention or variation of Namir, American, Arabic
"leopard"
A modern choice, blending the popular 'meer' sound of Amir with the sharp, strong ny , Nymir may be viewed as a truly contemporary creation, or it could be seen as a spin on the Arabic Namir, meaning…
Akram is a masculine name with Arabic origins, meaning 'most generous' or 'more generous,' derived from the root 'karam' (generosity). It's widely used throughout the Muslim world, including the…
Hindi
"strong, brave"
A strong and handsome Indian boy name with a fitting meaning, Aveer derives from the Sanskrit virah and Hindi veer , meaning "brave, valiant, daring, heroic". Other forms of the name include Vir,…
English
"clergyman, law, oeuvre"
A variant of the surname Cannon, or an English word name with several possible meanings. A canon is a clergyman, as well as a rule or law – especially within religious doctrine. In the arts, canon is…
Shaan is a masculine name with rich multicultural origins. In Hindi and Sanskrit, it means 'pride,' 'dignity,' or 'glory,' making it popular in Indian communities. The name also appears in Persian…
Ayoub is a masculine name with Arabic origins, being the Arabic form of Job (from the Hebrew Iyyov). The name means 'returning' or 'repentant' and is associated with the biblical and Quranic prophet…
Welsh
"gray-haired"
Floyd was a Top 100 name from the 1880s to the 1940s that somehow developed an almost comical hayseed persona along with a touch of retro jazz cool; it's beginning to appeal to parents with a strong…
Catalan variation of George
To the American ear, Jordi seems like a nickname for Jordan, which means this popular name from Catalonia could certainly cross cultures.
German variation of Claus, diminutive of Nicolas, Greek
"people of victory"
Two drawbacks: some unpleasant World War II associations, and the Santa clause.
Sylis is an uncommon masculine name that likely represents a modern variant spelling of Silas. Silas has biblical origins, appearing in the New Testament as a companion of Paul, and may derive from…
Diminutive of Vincent
Best left at the Jersey Shore.
Word name
Possible middle name inspiration. Has been used as a first by musical couple Sole and Ginuwine, and basketball star Allen Iverson.
Variation of Luca, Italian
"man from Lucania"
One of the many rising variations of Luca.
Nakai is a masculine name with multiple cultural origins, most prominently from Native American Navajo language where it means 'wanderer' or 'one who travels.' In Japanese, it can be written with…
Variation of Odhrán, Irish
"little pale green one"
With a cool color meaning and a woodsy, earthy feel, this anglicized spelling of the Irish name Odhrán could rise in popularity thanks to Olympic rugby player, Orrin Bizer. The name did rank in the…
"guide, leader"
A name that could set an Indian boy on a path to leadership.
Irish
"raider"
A few decades back, this name -- which hardly shows its Irish roots -- evoked a man in a gray flannel suit; now, though still upscale, it's more likely to be attached to a female.
Hebrew
"lion, stern"
Not one of the five hundred names of Muhammad, but that of his uncle.
Swahili
"rebellious"
Asani is a traditionally masculine Swahili name, although it is used for both boys and girls in the US. Its rebellious meaning makes it perfect for a maverick child.
English or Dutch
"bear or brown"
Bruin is the Old English term for bear, taken from the Dutch word meaning brown. Bruin might be a sports fan's choice or an animal name in hiding. As a kind of hybrid of Roone and Bruno, it's…
