By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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River name or variation of Roan
"flowing; raven"
The Rhone (or Rhône) river flows through southeastern France, and could make a strong and picturesque name for a baby boy. The root of the river's name is believed to be a Proto-Indo-European word…
Ronny is a masculine name that originated as a diminutive form of Ronald or Ron. Ronald derives from the Old Norse name Rögnvaldr, combining 'regin' (advice, decision) and 'valdr' (ruler), meaning…
Talan is a masculine name with multiple possible origins, including Celtic roots where it may mean 'handsome' or represent a variation of the Welsh name Telyn, meaning 'harp.' It could also derive…
Scottish
"clan chieftain"
This early Scottish title -- known to us via Shakespeare's Macbeth -- has recently surfaced as a baby name possibility, familiar sounding through its similarity to names like Zane and Wayne.
English word name
"one in whom confidence is placed"
As a virtuous word name, Trust can be associated with reliability, truthfulness, strength of character, hope, belief, and dependability: attributes that may appeal in both a secular and spiritual…
Adams originated as a patronymic surname meaning 'son of Adam,' derived from the Hebrew name Adam ('man' or 'earth'). As a given name, Adams represents a modern trend of using surnames as first…
English surname
"clearing in the wood or meadow"
As a first name, Atlee is a common choice in the Amish community.
Word name
One of the new crop of boys' names that manage to be unconventional and macho at the same time — though Blade verges on the threatening.
Irish place-name
"hollow"
Anglicized spelling of a county in Ireland, sometimes considered a variation of the Breton Kavan or of Kevin. Depending on your viewpoint, may make a fresh Kevin substitute or a choice that will…
Daron is a masculine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variation of Darin or Darren, derived from the Irish surname Ó Dáire, meaning 'descendant of Dáire' (an ancient Irish name…
Hyrum is a distinctive masculine name with Mormon heritage, most famously associated with Hyrum Smith, the older brother of Joseph Smith, founder of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.…
Persian, Kurdish, Yoruba, Arabic
"high status, leader; cosmos, universe; celebrated; being, existence"
Multicultural with a contemporary unisex feel, Kayan is a versatile choice. Given to 40 boys and 36 girls in the US in 2024, it also counts as a truly neutral choice in America. From its Persian and…
Variation of Lane
"a small roadway or path"
Unisex Lane is a hit for boys in the last few decades, remaining around the 200s in popularity. Laine may lean a bit more feminine, but still has that unisex feel.
French
"blackbird"
Originally a nickname for someone who loved to sing or whistle, Merle is sleek but gentle, with a hint of great grandpa about it..
Nahom is a masculine name with roots in Eritrean, Ethiopian and Hebrew traditions. In Tigrinya and Amharic (languages of Eritrea and Ethiopia), Nahom relates to concepts of comfort and consolation.…
Naksh is a masculine name of Indian origin, primarily used in Hindu communities. The name derives from Sanskrit and carries meanings related to 'carving,' 'engraving,' or 'design.' It can be…
English occupational name
"bailiff, sheriff, local official"
Cool and dignified, sophisticated and modern, Reeve might be seen as alternative to long-familiar Reese. A medieval occupational name, a reeve was an English manor officer responsible for overseeing…
Tongan and Samoan form of John, Hebrew
"God is gracious"
John is a name that's widely translated around the world, and this is one of the more unusual options. It is known internationally largely through rugby players, such as Sione Tuipulotu, captain of…
Tyron is a masculine given name that appears to be a variant spelling of Tyrone, which originated as a place name in County Tyrone, Ireland, deriving from the Irish 'Tír Eoghain,' meaning 'land of…
Variation of Aaron, Hebrew
"high mountain; exalted, enlightened"
A rarely-used spin on a classic.
