Unique Names that Start With D

Prime example of the aggressive word names that are an off-the-grid branch of the new macho names.  Makes Cannon, Maverick, and Ranger feel almost soft and sensitive by comparison. 

Danger

Daymond, with many different spellings most prominently Dayman, is an ancient English occupational surname and personal name, taken from the word deye which denotes someone who tended animals.
 
While its sound is part Raymond, part Damon, its centuries-long history gives Daymond an identity all its own.
 
Only a handful of baby boys were named Daymond in the US last year. Its best-known bearer is Daymond John, founder of the clothing line FUBU and one of the original Sharks on Shark Tank.

Daymond

Django &mdash; the D is silent as most everyone now knows &mdash; the nickname of the great Belgian-born jazz guitarist Django (originally Jean Baptiste) Reinhardt, makes a dynamic musical choice for any jazz aficionado. Reinhardt's nickname "Django" is Romani for "I awake." The name has become more familiar with the release of and acclaim for the Quentin Tarantino film Django Unchained.

Django

A punchy modern Cornish name derived from a place name, which is of disputed origin. It is sometimes said to derive from a rare Welsh name, Maeldaf, plus dinas, the Cornish for "fort". Another theory is that it comes from Cornish ty "house" plus malsai "eel" – likely a reference to Cornwall's fishing trade.

 The given name began to be used in the UK in the 1950s thanks to the serialization on British TV of Graham's novels, whose heroine was named Demelza. In the series, her name is said to mean "thy sweetness", which could be an alternative – if unlikely to be etymologically accurate – meaning for parents who are put off by the eel connection.

Demelza

Fashionably Continental and much fresher than Dominique, though it's been used since the Middle Ages. Dominica can be spelled any number of ways, from Dominika to Domenica, but we prefer this version.
 Dominica is also a Caribbean Island, making this a place name as well as a classic girl name.
 Hipper cousin Domino was a Bond Girl, a character played by Keira Knightley, and the name chosen for her daughter by British designer India Hicks. Dominy is an interesting unisex spin.

Dominica

The bright yellow weed lends itself to a creative baby name, although we don't recommend the nickname Dandy.

Dandelion

A bright and optimistic middle name choice. 

Doon is a rare masculine name with multiple potential origins. It may derive from the Scottish Gaelic 'dùn' meaning 'fort' or 'hill,' or possibly from Irish place names. The name could also be connected to the River Doon in Scotland, made famous in Robert Burns' poem 'The Banks o' Doon.' With its short, strong sound, Doon has a distinctive quality that's easy to pronounce and remember. Despite these appealing characteristics, it remains quite uncommon in most naming records. The name has literary connections through John Gregory Dunne's novel 'True Confessions,' which features a character named Doon. Its rarity gives it a unique appeal for parents seeking an uncommon name with natural or geographical associations.

Doon

A two-syllable surname feel puts this name of an important English saint in the running -- though it could sound like a confused cross between Duncan and Dustin. 

Dunstan

The name of cities in Mexico and Colorado, Durango is a pleasant, fresh option from the atlas.

Durango

Durant's meaning signifies staying power, a good quality to impart to your child. Notables with the surname Durant include Pulitzer Prize-winning authors Will and Ariel Durant, most famous for their eleven-volume The Story of Civilization, and William Crappo Durant, co-founder of General Motors and Chevrolet.

Durant

Dune is a haunting and evocative sandy-beach name, which also has sci-fi connections. Dune is a science fiction franchise that was launched by Frank Herbert's 1965 novel. Some interesting Dune character names include Alia, Leto, Siona, Bellonda,and Tamalane.
 An alternate spelling is Doon, created by photographer Diane Arbus for her daughter; it came to her as she walked along the beach.

Dune

One of the oft-mocked Zappa kid names; it supposedly was a nickname his father had for his wife's pinkie toe. 

Dweezil

Cool, musical modern choice, especially as a middle name.

Drum

For a boy, Dash is usually short for Dashiell, but as a girl's name it just stands for energetic--and also the stores run by the Kardashian sisters..

Dash

A big, bold, ultra-rare virtue name. Could it follow in the footsteps of Justice and Liberty?

Democracy

Duna refers the Hungarian word for the Danube River or to the Icelandic term for the down of a duck.  Duna also bears a resemblance to both Dune and Djuna.  In this era of word names and invented names, Duna may have a bright future.

Duna

Didion is an unusual feminine name that likely derives from surnames or place names of Greek or French origin. It may be connected to the Greek name 'Didymus' meaning 'twin,' or possibly from French regional surnames. The name gained some recognition through association with celebrated American author Joan Didion, whose literary contributions may inspire parents to choose this name. As a first name, Didion remains extremely rare, appealing to parents seeking a distinctive, intellectual choice with literary connections. It has a sophisticated, modern sound despite its historical roots. The name's uncommon nature means a child named Didion would likely be the only one in their community, making it an individualistic choice with cultural cachet.

Didion

This unusual name belonging to three generations of Deltha Lee O'Neals, the third being a football cornerback for the New England Patriots, could equally--or better--be used for a girl.

Deltha

A sailing and sea-related choice, which also feels connected to the reparative powers of nature (via dock leaves) and to doctors generally, Dock made the Top 1000 in the first half of the 20th century, though today, it is only quietly and sporadically used. 
 
Similar in vibe to Mack, Jack, and Rocky, it could make a cool nickname for Donovan, Duncan, Frederick, Theodoric, Roderick, or Benedict.

Dock

unique names that start with the letter D, including Danger, Daymond, Django, Demelza, Dominica, Dandelion, Day, Doon, Dunstan, Durango, Durant, Dune, Dweezil, Drum, Dash, Democracy, Duna, Didion, Deltha, and Dock. (Page 9)

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