By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Place-name
After Dallas, Austin, and Houston, the new cowboy on the block, complete with old-school Western nickname, Tex. Quietly used as a name since at least the late 19th-century, Texas was given to around…
Tyrel is a masculine name with varied origins. It developed as a variant of Tyrell, which originated as an Anglo-Norman surname derived from the French place name Tirel. The surname has aristocratic…
Tyren is a masculine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a modern variation of Tyrone, which comes from the Irish 'Tír Eoghain' meaning 'land of Owen,' referring to an Irish county.…
Indian, "the son of Anjana"
"the son of Anjana"
Yunay is possibly derived from Anjaneya , an alternative name for the Hindu deity, Hanuman. Associated with wisdom, strength, devotion and self-discipline, it could make for a name that feels light…
Variation of Adam
"earth, soil, land"
Alexi is a masculine name with Greek origins, functioning as a diminutive or variant of Alexander, which means 'defender of the people.' This name is used in various cultures, including Greek,…
Amjad is a masculine name of Arabic origin meaning "most glorious" or "most praiseworthy." The name derives from the Arabic root relating to glory, praise, and honor. Amjad is used throughout the…
Amnen is a masculine name of uncertain origin, possibly derived from ancient Hebrew or Aramaic roots. It may be related to the word 'amen,' which means 'so be it' or 'truly,' expressing affirmation…
Basque
"the beginning"
This Basque name is quite popular in Spain, where it has long been in the Top 100 names. This is likely due to its pleasant meaning; the sound, dignified in Spanish and Basque, may not fare so well…
Short form of August and variations
Augie is an adorable and, at this point, fresher sounding short form than Gus of the rising August and all its variations, from Augustine to Augustus. The Adventures of Augie March is a 1953 novel by…
Dawit is a masculine name of Ethiopian origin and is the Amharic form of 'David,' a name with Hebrew roots meaning 'beloved.' In Ethiopia and Eritrea, Dawit carries significant historical and…
