By Sophie Kihm · Updated September 2026
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Jynx is an uncommon feminine name with modern origins, inspired by the English word 'jinx' meaning a person or thing believed to bring bad luck. The distinctive spelling with a 'y' instead of an 'i'…
Lynnex is a modern feminine name that appears to be a creative invention, possibly combining the popular name Lynn with a distinctive ending. With no clear historical origins, Lynnex represents the…
Pheonix is an alternative spelling of Phoenix, a feminine name derived from Greek mythology referring to the legendary bird that cyclically regenerates, rising from its own ashes. This variant…
Variation of Banks, English
"one who lives on the hillside or riverbank"
An edgy respelling of Banks which entered the US stats in 2020, Banx has that cool and unusual letter X. Given to 6 girls in a recent year, Banks was chosen for 89 in comparison, making it nearly six…
Variation of Six
A number-adjacent choice, in the style of Sevyn, Syx first appeared in the US stats for girls in 2020, with 5 girls and 23 boys given the name in a more recent year.
English
"blond"
Place name and surname that sounds a tad snooty.
Latin
"equal night"
A dramatic nature-inspired possibility for either sex.
Native American tribe name
"little snakes"
The Sioux are groups of Native American tribes and First Nations peoples in North America, the two major modern divisions of which are the Dakota and Lakota. Not recommended as a baby name.
American invented name
Americans love an X in their baby names, so we're not surprised that 15 sets of parents came up with Brennex for their sons and daughters in 2018. It has not been on the charts as a girl name since…
A playful and whimsical choice for a child that works as a given name or a nickname (perhaps for Beatrix). American model Binx Walton (born Leona) was nicknamed by her brothers after the Star Wars…
Mayan
"swallow"
The Mayan goddess of the moon and the night, associated with swallows, eagles, and jaguars.
