By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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English
"born near outcrop of flint"
Flint is one of the new macho names on the rise today, part old-school tough guy, part rebel. You won't find a tougher, steelier-sounding name; it's part of a genre on the rise along with cousins…
Kekoa is a masculine Hawaiian name carrying powerful meaning and cultural significance. It translates to 'the warrior' or 'the brave one,' embodying qualities of courage, strength, and valor highly…
Variation of Nathan, Hebrew
"given"
For jet-setting parents or those with many cultural backgrounds, a name that is workable across various languages is often a priority. Natan is a great option, as it is a familiar name in many…
Latin or Irish,
"fourth, born fourth; son of Uaid"
Quade is a confident, contemporary-sounding name that would fit right in with classmates Cade, Zade, Slade and Jade, boasting the quirky Q-beginning. Quade Cooper is an Australian rugby star. With…
Avion is a distinctive masculine name with multiple possible origins. Most directly, it connects to the French word 'avion' meaning 'airplane' or 'aircraft,' giving it associations with flight,…
Modern invented name
May tagalong after fast-rising cousin Jaxon.
"sacred hill"
Popular in the 1920s, Eldon is a retro name that's waiting to be rediscovered. It has a similar placename/surname appeal to current Top 1000 names Alden and Holden. Several towns in the US and UK…
"from the old town"
Elton is an unassuming, lesser-used place name belonging to several towns in the British Isles, the US and Canada, and even a lake in Russia. The singer Elton John gives it a bit of extra pizzazz.
Greek, from Hebrew
"Yahweh is God"
The Greek form of Elijah.
Arabic
"benevolent"
Could present pronunciation problems.
French place-name
The first famous Paris was a mythological prince of incredible beauty. The most recent was media darling Paris Hilton, inspirer of a generation of baby-girl namesakes. But since Pierce Brosnan and…
"charitable, generous"
Name of a son of the Prophet Muhammad, with a particularly positive meaning.
"safe"
Distinguished by association with renowned African diplomat Salim Ahmed Salim, this name is popular in many variations throughout the Arab world. Its use is growing in the US as well, especially in…
"evening conversation"
This attractive Arabic name is gaining attention in the US, used equally for boys and girls. Indeed, its sound (it rhymes with the feminine Tamar but ends with the fashionably masculine -ar sound as…
Symir is a masculine name with modern origins, possibly derived from a combination of elements or as a creative variation of names like Samir (Arabic, meaning 'companion in evening conversation').…
African
"handsome"
Originating in Ethiopia, this warm-feeling name is now associated with Phoenix Suns basketball player Amare Stoudemire. It has ranked in the US Top 1000 since 2005.
French
"cross"
Pronounced "crwa", this unusual name was chosen by Cedric the Entertainer for his son.
"guide, leading"
This rising name, possibly a variation of the Irish Kian, has been associated with several accomplished athletes.
Layth is a masculine name of Arabic origin meaning 'lion,' symbolizing courage, strength, and nobility. In Arabic culture, the lion represents bravery and leadership, making this name a powerful…
Brazilian compound name, or Old English
Familiar in Brazil, Osmar may be one of two things: a compound name, taking elements from several popular names, or, a contemporary form of an Old English name. As a compound name, it likely blends…
