By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
Across 50 pages
of 50
Edouard is the French variation of Edward, a masculine name with Anglo-Saxon origins meaning 'wealthy guardian' or 'prosperous protector.' Combining the elements 'ead' (wealth, prosperity) and…
Rheed is an uncommon masculine name representing a modern, stylized spelling of Reed or Reid. Originating from English surname traditions, it derives from Old English 'read' meaning 'red,'…
English
"Mac's field"
This name may be related to the Latin Maximus, which means "the greatest," or to a British landowner's name, but for most modern parents, it's one of several ways to get to short form Max. Probably…
Persian, variation of Naveed
"good news"
Usher put this spin on an attractive and popular Iranian name when he chose it for his son.
Occupational name
With the rise of such working names as Gardener, Miller, and Bailey, someone out there might want to dub their child a Wizard — though we're not sure this exactly classifies as an occupation.
"hermit's place"
This dignified Old English surname was brought into the modern consciousness by author Armistead Maupin, who wrote the San Francisco stories Tales of the City . There was also a Civil War general…
Latin
"desire"
The name of the Roman god of love, the son of Venus, considered so romantic as to be unfit for mere mortals. Yet now that Romeo and Venus herself are fair game for modern babies, why not Cupid?
Short form of Ferdinand
"bold voyager"
Dinand is popular in the Netherlands thanks to a local singing sensation. Dinand is one of many Dutch short forms that come from the middle or end of a name -- think Bas for Sebastian or Hans from…
"street by the ford; road by the river crossing"
Preppy and contemporary in feel, Stratford is a surname and placename, most notably associated with Stratford-upon-Avon, the birth and burial place of William Shakespeare. It could make an unexpected…
Diminutive of Arnoud, Dutch variation of Arnold
"ruler; strong as an eagle"
Preferable to its parent name, Arnoud, in the Netherlands.
Norse
"Thor's ruler"
Torvald, not to be confused with Torvill of skating fame, is a Norse name which might be of interest to parents looking for Thor-related options. Torvald is most familiar in the English-speaking…
Guud is an unusual masculine name that may be a creative spelling of 'Good' or could have roots in various Northern European languages. In Dutch and Low German contexts, 'goed' or 'gut' means 'good',…
Naud is a concise masculine name with potential roots in multiple cultures. It likely derives from Old Germanic origins, possibly as a shortened form of names containing the element 'naud' meaning…
English word name or variation of Almund or Aleman, German
"almond; noble strength; German"
Almond may seem like a hippy modern name, but its use for American boys goes right back to the mid-nineteenth century. In these cases, it was either a variation of Almund, meaning "noble strength,"…
Variation of Edward
Eddard is a spin on Edward created by author George R.R. Martin for the Game of Thrones series. Eddard, usually known as Ned, Stark was the wise and good King of the North whose shocking murder at…
"sandy ridge"
A geographical term for a long, winding ridge of stratified sand and gravel, caused by glaciation.
Dutch
"victory"
It's not every day you see a name that begins with the letters "SJ"!
Hebrew
"beloved"
An uncommon variant of the classic name David that was brought to the fore by actor and rapper Daveed Diggs, one of the original stars of "Hamilton" on Broadway. He has said that his parents chose…
English word name
Ballad could be the masculine answer to Aria. An obvious and cute nickname is Lad or Laddie.
Sure it makes a big statement, but if you can call your child Wren, Robin or Falcon, why not also Hummingbird. This pint-sized jewel of a bird is a lovely connotation for the baby that's full of…
