By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Ashar is a masculine name with Arabic and Hebrew origins, carrying beautiful meanings across cultures. In Arabic, it can mean 'dawn' or 'morning,' symbolizing new beginnings and hope. In Hebrew…
Variation of Azariah, Hebrew
"helped by God"
Azaire was the highest breakout name for boys of 2021 thanks to a fashionable sound and pop culture connection. Azaire is the title of a hip hop album released by M. Pire the Sire, who named it after…
Emran is a masculine name of Arabic and Persian origin, a variant of the more common Imran. The name appears in the Quran, where Imran is mentioned as the father of Mary (mother of Jesus in Islamic…
Word name; Spelling variation of Gage
Gauge is the dictionary spelling, but Gage is the far more popular choice, ranking at Number 281 in 2016.
Kalan is a modern masculine name with diverse origins. It may derive from the Gaelic 'caolan' meaning 'slender' or 'narrow', or from similar-sounding names in various cultures. In some Eastern…
Chinese mythological name
Kirin is a mythical Chinese figure that is a flying horse with elements of a dragon. The creature combines elements of the male -- Ki -- and the female -- Rin -- to make a gender neutral name that…
English
"one who lives by the stream"
If you want a nature name with surname style that speaks to your love of basketball, we suggest Laker.
Manding, Western African
"king, ruler"
Traditionally used as a title within the Mali empire, this regal choice is now used as a given name in Western African countries and among Mandinka and Maninka speakers.
Motty is a masculine name with several potential origins. It may function as a diminutive of names like Mordecai (Hebrew, meaning 'warrior' or 'servant of Marduk') or Moten. In Jewish communities,…
Neiko is a distinctive masculine name with multicultural origins and appeal. It may derive from Japanese, where it can mean 'steady' or 'calm child,' depending on the kanji characters used.…
Italian, variation of Peter
"rock"
Piero is elegant, melodic, appealing. Just picture the muted frescoes of Renaissance artist Piero della Francesca.
Rainn is a modern unisex name that has gained recognition particularly as a masculine name. It evokes natural imagery of rainfall and carries peaceful, cleansing connotations. The doubled 'n' gives…
English word name
"independent, uncontrolled"
Now that names like Cannon and Gunner, fit for comic book heroes, are rising up, Rogue may fit right in.
Arabic, Urdu
"one who bows down to god"
A popular Urdu name, borne by prominent British politician Sajid Javid.
Savon is a distinctive masculine name with multiple cultural connections. In French, "savon" means "soap," though as a name it likely has different origins. It may be a variation of Savion or Savien,…
Soham is a masculine name of Sanskrit origin with deep spiritual significance in Hindu tradition. The name derives from the Sanskrit words 'sah' (that) and 'aham' (I am), forming a sacred mantra…
Aahan is a masculine name of Indian origin, primarily found in Hindu communities. In Sanskrit, it carries beautiful meanings including 'dawn,' 'first light of day,' or 'the break of day.' This poetic…
Amiir is a masculine name with roots in Arabic, Somali, and other languages across the Middle East and East Africa. The name derives from 'Amir' or 'Emir,' meaning 'commander,' 'prince,' or 'leader'…
Anvit is a masculine name with Sanskrit roots, combining 'anu' (meaning 'after' or 'following') and 'vit' (meaning 'knowledge' or 'understanding'). The name can be interpreted as 'one who follows…
Apolo is a masculine name that serves as a variant spelling of Apollo, the Greek god of light, music, healing, and prophecy. This simplified spelling is particularly common in Spanish and…
