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English
"rocky lake; rocky valley"
Blending word name Rock (or Rocky) with the popular lynn suffix, this is a contemporary sounding choice used occasionally for boys since the 1960s. The alternative spelling Rocklin has seen more use…
Spelling variation of Percy or form of Perseus
"one who pierces the valley; to destroy"
A spelling variation of vintage Percy or a Bulgarian, Ukrainian, and Russian form of the Greek Persey. In the first case, the pronunciation is PUR-see, while in the second, it would likely be…
Variation of Nova, Latin
"new"
A new spin on Nova, Novie was chosen by influencer couple, Zoe Sugg and Alfie Deyes in 2023. While it has begun to catch on for girls, both this spelling and the Novi alternative are used much more…
Alwyne is a feminine name of Old English origin, derived from the elements "alf" (elf) and "wine" (friend), thus meaning "elf friend" or "friend of elves." Initially a masculine name in medieval…
Greek, English
"cheese; rock ; land of Eoghan, land of the yew tree"
Edgy and cool but ancient too, Tyro fits in with the likes of Kyro and Mylo. It appeared on the US stats for the first time on 2024 when it was given to 5 boys. In Greek mythology, Tyro featured as a…
English word name
"I believe; statement of belief"
A spiritual English word name, Creed refers to a statement or expression of shared beliefs, usually among a religious community. With its crisp, edgy sound and similarity to Cruz, Reid, Crew, and…
"high meadow, high woodland clearing"
Similar in style to Ensley, Ainsley, and Wrenley, Enley was given to five girls in a recent year. Likely derived from Henley, a place- and surname-name it could mean "high meadow" or "high woodland…
Variation of Rhodes or Rody, English, Greek, Germanic
"rose; famous"
Rhodie blends the cool sounds of Rhodes, Rory, Brodie, and Bodhi into one, into this easy-going choice. Possibly a diminutive of Rhodes (also used as a short form of Rhoda), it could equally be a…
"meadow by the lane; Elaine's meadow; shining clearing"
A modern feeling choice for those who can't choose between Lainey, Lakelyn, Landry, and Ainsley, Lainley might appeal. Meaning "meadow by the lane" or perhaps "Elaine's meadow" or "shining clearing",…
"peasant, farmer; connection"
Both a surname and a word name, Bond brings to mind 007, connection and understanding, and financial agreements all at once. As a last name, it derives from the Norse Bóandi, meaning "farmer,…
Variation of Truett, English surname
"dry wood + river bend; true and strong"
Less popular than the Truett spelling, this form has nevertheless seen a quiet uptake, given to 92 boys in a recent year. For girls, Truitt has, as yet, only appeared in the stats once when 5 girls…
Scottish from Norse
"elf victory"
Ailsa is a traditional Scottish name for girls related to a rocky island in the Firth of Clyde called Ailsa Craig. It might make an interesting alternative to the outdated Ashley or overly popular…
Variation of Meyer, Meir, Mayer, or Myer
"tenant, farmer, leader; shining; doctor"
Similar in sound to Maia, Myla, and Miley, Meyers is a plural name with multiple roots. It can be viewed as a German name meaning "tenant, farmer, bailiff" or "leader of the household", a Hebrew name…
Cornish
"strawberries"
Zippy and cool, Sevi is a rare Cornish name meaning "strawberries", though it could be used as a nickname for names containing the letters sev too.
"town with the paved street or highway"
Also (and more popularly) spelled as Stratton, this is a surname and placename, referring to somewhere with paved streets. While this form has only appeared in the US stats in 2008, Stratton was…
Word name or surname
"lemon; dear, beloved person; law man"
Appearing in the US stats a handful on times in the early 20th century, this name can be read in two ways. On one hand, it's a surname-style choice, derived from either the English Leofman meaning…
"gray lake, gray land"
Derived from the surnames Grayland and Graylin, this spelling has occasionally been used for boys, but in recent years, it has been given almost exclusively to girls. For boys, Graylon, Graylen,…
Scottish
"slender"
This anagram of Agnes is not related to that name; rather it comes from the Gaelic word seang meaning "slender".
Variation of Aubrey, Abraham, Abrielle, or Abril
"elf ruler; father of multitudes; April"
A zippy nickname-style choice, which may also feel a bit like a surname, Abry could be considered a variation of popular Aubrey, a feminine form of Biblical Abraham, or a spin on the Spanish month…
Word name
"teaching or revelation of Christ"
A spiritual word name, referring to the teachings, doctrines and life of Christ, along with a form of singing in some evangelical churches, Gospel fits in with the likes of Psalm, Praise, Prayer, and…