By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Celtic
"thunder"
Taran mac Ainftech was King of the Picts, a people who lived mainly in Scotland, in the 7th century. His name is a relative of the Celtic god of thunder Taranis, a counterpart to Thor. Taran is…
Sanskrit
"radiance, brilliant, splendor"
Tejas is a masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning 'radiance,' 'brilliance,' or 'splendor.' In Hindu culture, it refers to the spiritual essence that represents energy, vigor, and mental power.…
Tytus is a masculine name of Latin origin, representing the Polish form of Titus. The original name Titus was prominent in ancient Rome, famously borne by the Roman Emperor Titus Flavius Vespasianus…
Scottish surname
"speckled, freckled"
Brice, much more often spelled Bryce, is an old saint's name that now has a sleek and sophisticated image—it feels elegant and efficient. Of the two spellings, Bryce is much more popular for both…
Bulgarian form of Dejan, Slavic
"to act, active, energetic"
A Bulgarian variation of Dejan, a name encouraging action and energy, Diyan may also be spelled as Deyan. Additionally, it may relate to the Arabic Diya, giving it the shining meaning "light,…
Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, Dutch, Czech, Slovak, Bulgarian, Polish, Croatian, Serbian, Slovene, Macedonian, Romanian, and Finnish variation of Philip, Greek
"lover of horses"
Streamlined spelling found all across Europe. The Spanish Filipo has extra zip.
"the world, the universe, the cosmos"
A Persian name with an evocative meaning, Jahan was notably borne by the 17th century Indian emperor, Shah Jahan, who commissioned the Taj Mahal for his wife Mumtaz. Associated with one of the Seven…
Japanese
"sea"
A Japanese name that would work well on a boy or girl — it is reminiscent of popular unisex names Kai or Kyrie. Kairi is the name of the main female character in the popular role-playing video game…
Ghanaian, Akan
"born on Saturday"
The Akan people of Ghana and the Ivory Coast frequently name their children after the day of the week they were born and the order in which they were born. Most Ghanaians have a name using this…
American invented name, literary name, elaboration of Max, Latin
"greatest"
The newly-styled Maxon takes its cue from Jaxon, another elaboration of a classic name on the rise. Maxon is not bad, as invented names go, yet it's hard for us to advocate for Maxon over Maxwell,…
Arabic, Persian
"happy, successful"
An Arabic boy name with an optimistic and upbeat meaning.
Word name
Make that bird name, and while it does work for both genders, it's far more popular for girls, via Raven Symone.
Reyan is a melodic name with multicultural roots and various meanings depending on its origin. In Arabic traditions, it means 'one who is satisfied' or 'well-watered, quenched,' suggesting abundance…
Spanish
"kings, royalty"
This regal Spanish name combines several of today's top trends: names that end in S, last names that can also be first names, royal-sounding names, and unisex options. It has a long history of use in…
Arabic
"patient"
An Arabic name with Quranic connections -- it represents one of the essential qualities -- that would have no trouble assimilating. Sabira or Sabirah is a form used for girls, and Sabri can be used…
"companion; owner"
A Muslim Boy name that can have a sweet and amicable meaning — friend, or companion — or a less appealing one — master, or owner.
Hebrew variation of Jonah
"dove"
This form of the stylish Old Testament name is too close to the feminine Yona.
Greek
Better known for his son and his quest for the Gold Fleece, Aeson was the father of Jason in Greek mythology. There are two varying myths around Aison, one being that he committed suicide after being…
Spelling variation of Aiden
The popularity of Aiden has sparked many creative spellings - this one is understandably towards the bottom of the Top 1000.
Scottish
"speckled"
Sudsy name that could be a new character on "Days of Our Lives."
