By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Edwyn is a masculine name of Anglo-Saxon origin, representing a modernized spelling of the Old English name Edwin, which combines 'ead' (wealth, fortune) and 'wine' (friend). This distinguished name…
Hebrew
"Jehovah is God"
Rarely used in the last two centuries, but might be worth dusting off and holding up to the light.
Elija is a variant of the more common name Elijah, which has Hebrew origins and means "Yahweh is my God." This masculine name carries strong biblical connections, as Elijah was a powerful prophet in…
Elkin is a distinctive masculine name with multiple cultural origins. In English contexts, it evolved as a surname derived from the medieval given name 'Elkin' or 'Elkin,' diminutive forms of 'El'…
Variation of Iman, Arabic
"faith"
Ivan is a fairly gender-neutral name in the US, while Emani is much more popular than the original for girls....and a lot less popular for boys.
English
"lofty gate"
Best known as a hotel company, but shares some of the cool sounds of Wyatt.
English variation of Eisele, German
"iron"
Isley is used more often for girls, thanks to the similar name Isla, but actor Glenn Howerton chose it for his son, born in 2014. The musical connection via the Isley Brothers puts it in the same…
Jayme is a versatile name used for both boys and girls, though traditionally more common for males. It originated as a medieval variant spelling of James, which derives from the Hebrew name Ya'akov…
Bulgarian
"viburnum"
A cool Bulgarian name with a unique nature meaning, although it is likely to get mispronounced in Anglophone countries.
Kasra is a masculine name with Persian origins, carrying rich cultural significance in Iranian naming traditions. The name derives from ancient Persian language, possibly relating to Khosrow/Cyrus or…
Invented name; spelling variation of Kauai
Many baby boys have been named after LA Clippers' basketball player Kawhi Leonard since his 2013 debut. Leonard says his father invented the name because he wanted something that sounded Hawaiian.…
Hawaiian
"flames"
Hawaiian names are having a moment, and this one, despite its strong meaning, is relatively undiscovered. The pronunciation may not be immediately obvious, but it didn't hurt Keanu Reeves.
Scottish place and surname
"chalk ridge, lime mountain"
This name of a town in Scotland, one of the earliest recorded surnames in the whole British Isles, has more vitality than Kelsey. Distinctive in sound with a cool -o ending and a stylish K initial,…
Kodie is a modern masculine name that emerged as a variant spelling of Cody, which originated as an Irish surname derived from 'Ó Cuidighthigh,' meaning 'helpful' or 'assistant.' This alternative…
