Easy (Ezekiel) Rawlins is the hard-boiled detective created by Walter Mosley.

Currently connected to football Hall of Famer turned actor Terry Bradshaw.

See ST.

Somewhat flat-footed spelling variation.

Parry is quite common in Wales, often as a surname, but would inevitably be misunderstood as Perry or even Harry.

Even more uppity than Upton.

Eastman is a solid, old-style Atlantic seaboard surname. But as a first name, we think Easton works better.

Interesting possibility for the son or grandson of a Gregory.

Does not improve on the pretty but overused favorite.

Inek is a masculine name with multiple cultural origins. In Turkish, 'inek' means 'cow,' though it's not commonly used as a personal name in Turkey. In some African cultures, particularly in Nigeria among the Ibibio people, Inek or Inyek can be found as a personal name. The name may also have Hungarian or Slavic roots in some contexts. Inek is extremely rare as a given name in Western countries, making it a highly distinctive choice. Its short, punchy sound gives it a modern feel despite its traditional origins. The name's obscurity means it carries few preconceptions, allowing the bearer to define its identity.

Peabody is a quintessentially Waspy surname that your child won't thank you for -- either the pea part or the body part, or the meaning part.

A vibrant and energetic noun name, chosen by actress Shawnee Smith for her daughter, Verve has plenty of zest packed into a stylish single syllable. Borrowed from French, it means "spirit, vigour, vivacity".

Mailer is one of the more unusual of the on-trend occupational surnames. Recommended for fans of the macho writer Norman Mailer.

Can be used as a middle name to honor Dad or Grandpa David.

Kenley is an area in the burrough of Croydon in South London, making this a place name in a couple of senses of the term. Kenley and its twin sister Kenlee may be favored by parents looking to name a daughter after dad Ken...or Lee.

Brings Jennifer into the twenty-first century.

Rhydderch is a masculine Welsh name with ancient Celtic roots. It derives from the elements 'rhudd' meaning 'red' or 'crimson' and 'derch' meaning 'splendid' or 'magnificent.' Historically, it was the name of several notable Welsh kings and nobles, particularly Rhydderch Hael (the Generous), a 6th-century ruler of Strathclyde. The name carries connotations of nobility, generosity, and leadership in Welsh tradition. While relatively uncommon in modern usage outside of Wales, it represents a strong connection to Welsh heritage and history. The pronunciation can be challenging for non-Welsh speakers, typically approximated as 'hrith-erkh' with a rolled 'r' sound.

Kind of a combination of scoot and fleet, brought into public domain by actor Skeet (born Brian) Ulrich. We would recommend looking into the unsavory slang meaning of this name before choosing it for your child.

Surname of Declaration signer sure to present playground complications.