By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Leyton is a modern English name that originated as a surname and place name before transitioning to first-name usage. Derived from Old English elements meaning 'settlement on the River Lea' or 'farm…
Hindi
"primordial"
Pranav, an Indian name now in the U. S. Top 900, represents Aum, or Om, the most sacred syllable in Hinduism, symbolizing the entire universe.
Rahmir appears to be a modern given name with possible roots in Arabic or Hebrew linguistic traditions. The name may be a variant or combination of elements from names like Rahm (meaning 'mercy' or…
English occupational name
"bailiff, sheriff, local official"
Sleek and cool, Reeves is the plural form of the Medieval occupation name, once associated with a local official who enforced feudal obligations, whose role may be equated to that of a sheriff or…
Modern invented name
This very nouveau-sounding combination of Rhett and Riot was one of the fastest-rising boys names of 2017.
American invented name
A hybrid of trendy syllables, but less evocative than the original Taylor.
English
"fortified town"
Slightly more modern than Walter, but only just.
Irish
"slender and fair"
Keelan is the Anglicized, phonetic form of the more traditionally-spelled Caelan, also in use. While this name is said by many sources to be unisex, in practice in modern Ireland it is only given to…
Maksim is a masculine name of Slavic origin, representing the Eastern European form of Maximus, derived from Latin meaning 'greatest' or 'largest.' Particularly popular in Russia, Ukraine, Belarus,…
Greek
"hunter"
Theron is best known these days as the surname of actress Charlize, but it does have a long history as a first name, ranking in the Top 500 in the early part of the 20th century and only dropping out…
Yosiah is a masculine name representing a modern variation of Josiah, which has Hebrew origins meaning 'God supports' or 'God heals.' The substitution of 'Y' for 'J' reflects both transliteration…
Sanskrit, Hindi
"young king, prince"
Yuvraj is one of the many longer forms of the popular Indian name Raj. Yuvraj Singh is a professional Indian cricket player.
An even more modern spin on the likes of Axton, Paxton and Daxton, with that sharp Z initial.
Zaydan is a modern masculine name with Arabic origins, derived from 'zāda' meaning 'to increase' or 'to grow'. The name carries connotations of progress, abundance, and prosperity. While traditional…
Aceson is a modern masculine name that appears to be a contemporary creation combining the elements "Ace" (signifying excellence or the highest rank) and the popular suffix "-son" (meaning "son of").…
Advait is a masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "unique," "without duality," or "one without a second." The name derives from Indian philosophy, particularly Advaita Vedanta, which teaches the…
Variant of Damian
Two Latino men have put this Damian variant on the map in the last decade: Brazilian MMA champ Demian Maia and Oscar-nominated actor Demian Bichir.
Esaias is a masculine name of ancient origin, representing the Greek form of Isaiah (Hebrew Yesha'yahu), meaning 'God is salvation' or 'Yahweh is salvation.' This classical variation was used in the…
Modern Invented
Jayce has been trending the last few decades, and while Jaycee may have a more feminine feel it would work for a boy as well, perhaps as a twist on Biblical Jesse or initial name, J.C. As it is…
Kaeson is a modern masculine name that has gained modest popularity in the United States in recent decades. Likely a contemporary variation of names like Kason, Mason, or Carson, it follows the…
