By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Modern invented name, variation of Kyson
A spelling variation of Kyson, possibly with a hint of pop cultural influence (via the Kardashians and Gigi Hadid). Sometimes recorded to mean "son of Kyle" (or maybe "son of Kylie"), in this case,…
Marwan is a masculine name of Arabic origin that carries a rich cultural heritage. It means 'fragrant rock' or 'hard stone,' symbolizing strength and stability. Historically, the name was borne by…
Welsh
"sea hill"
A blend of Mervyn and Marvin that is every bit as dated as either of the originals. That -erv sound is difficult no matter what. Mervin is still used today among Amish families.
Variation of Reuben, Hebrew
"behold, a son"
More familiar to English speakers as Reuben, Jacob and Leah's first son and a founder of one of the Tribes of Israel.
Yaziel is a modern masculine name with Hebrew origins, derived from elements meaning 'God is my strength' or 'made by God.' It shares linguistic roots with names like Jaziel and Yahzeel found in…
Spelling variation of Austin
Nearly 350 babies were named Austyn last year, about a quarter of them boys.
Variation of Blaise, French
"to lisp, stammer"
A Blaise/Blaze hybrid that maintains neither the history of Blaise nor the wordiness of Blaze.
English surname
"archer"
Bowman has a lot of winning ingredients: an occupational surname, a cool "Bo" sound, and an archery-related meaning. Given to around 40 boys in the US in a recent year, it could work as a rarer, but…
Deklan is a modern spelling variant of the traditional Irish name Declan (Deaglán in Irish). The original name honors Saint Declan, a 5th-century Irish missionary who preceded Saint Patrick. The…
Deonte appears to be a modern American name that emerged in the latter half of the 20th century. The name likely combines the popular prefix 'De-' (found in many names like Deon, Deandre, and Devon)…
Kaleth is a masculine name with multiple potential origins, possibly derived from Hebrew or representing a modern creation. Some sources suggest it may be related to the Hebrew name Caleb, meaning…
Nivaan is a masculine name with roots in Indian culture, particularly popular among Hindu families. The name is thought to derive from Sanskrit origins, possibly meaning 'solid,' 'foundation,' or…
Surname-name or spelling variation of Sailor
Used much more often for girls -- about 1000 girls were named Saylor or Sailor last year, versus about 100 boys -- Saylor is a medieval German surname that means ropemaker, which is also related to…
English, German
"one who lives by the spring or stream; one who extracts salt from seawater"
This last-name-as-a-given-name might be one to watch out for: with the on-trend -er ending and the potential nickname Wells, it may appeal to those looking for alternatives to Wesley or Walker, or to…
Amelio is a masculine name with Latin and Italian roots, derived from the Latin word "amelius" meaning "industrious" or "striving." It can be seen as a masculine form of Amelia or as a variation of…
Daxtyn is a modern masculine name that exemplifies contemporary American naming trends. Likely created as a variant of Daxton (itself a blend of Dax and the popular -ton/-son suffix), Daxtyn follows…
Idrees is a masculine name derived from the Arabic name إدريس (Idris), which refers to the prophet mentioned in the Quran, identified by some scholars with the biblical Enoch. The name means…
Izrael is a masculine name that serves as a variant spelling of Israel, a name with deep biblical roots meaning 'struggled with God' or 'God contends' in Hebrew. This alternate spelling maintains the…
Javari is a contemporary given name with multiple possible origins. It may relate to the Javari River in South America (between Brazil and Peru), reflecting a geographic naming tradition.…
English word name
" a mounted man-at-arms serving a feudal superior"
Knight (as opposed to Night) is a name clad in shiny armor. This high-ranking word name was introduced by singers Kelis and Nas. Knight might join brothers King, Royal, and Noble in a new definition…
