By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Drue is a masculine name with ancient roots that can function as an alternative spelling of Drew, which originated as a shortened form of Andrew, meaning 'manly' or 'strong' in Greek. This particular…
Huxlee is a modern masculine name with English language origins, likely inspired by the surname Huxley. The surname Huxley itself is derived from Old English elements meaning 'Hugh's meadow' or…
Variation of Cree, Native American
Kree, a variant of the Native American Cree tribe name, is one of the most evenly split unisex names between the sexes.
Latin
"traveler, pilgrim"
Peregrine is considered to be an elegantly aristocratic name in England, but has never made it to the U.S., where it has been seen as extravagantly eccentric. In the new naming climate, though, it's…
English word name
"wave"
Wave made, well, waves when it was revealed to be the name of Cardi B and Offset's son. Evocative of crashing waves at the beach, large surfing barrels, and tumultuous and stormy seas, Wave is a name…
French word name
"hiding place"
A rising unisex word name, along with other money-related choices such as Million, Currency, and Cashlyn.
Kymere is a contemporary masculine name that appears to be a modern creation, possibly influenced by names like Kymer, Kymani, or the prefix 'Ky-' which has gained popularity in recent decades. With…
River name or variation of Roan
"flowing; raven"
The Rhone (or Rhône) river flows through southeastern France, and could make a strong and picturesque name for a baby boy. The root of the river's name is believed to be a Proto-Indo-European word…
Scottish
"clan chieftain"
This early Scottish title -- known to us via Shakespeare's Macbeth -- has recently surfaced as a baby name possibility, familiar sounding through its similarity to names like Zane and Wayne.
Trae is a modern masculine name with multiple possible origins. It may have evolved as a creative spelling of Trey, which traditionally means "three" or "third" in French, often given to a third…
English surname
"clearing in the wood or meadow"
As a first name, Atlee is a common choice in the Amish community.
Word name
One of the new crop of boys' names that manage to be unconventional and macho at the same time — though Blade verges on the threatening.
Variation of Lane
"a small roadway or path"
Unisex Lane is a hit for boys in the last few decades, remaining around the 200s in popularity. Laine may lean a bit more feminine, but still has that unisex feel.
French
"blackbird"
Originally a nickname for someone who loved to sing or whistle, Merle is sleek but gentle, with a hint of great grandpa about it..
English occupational name
"bailiff, sheriff, local official"
Cool and dignified, sophisticated and modern, Reeve might be seen as alternative to long-familiar Reese. A medieval occupational name, a reeve was an English manor officer responsible for overseeing…
Tongan and Samoan form of John, Hebrew
"God is gracious"
John is a name that's widely translated around the world, and this is one of the more unusual options. It is known internationally largely through rugby players, such as Sione Tuipulotu, captain of…
Supreme is a masculine English word name that embodies concepts of highest authority, power, and excellence. As a given name, it reflects aspirational qualities parents might wish for their child—to…
Short form of Thomas, Aramaic
"twin"
Tommie is a masculine name traditionally used as a diminutive form of Thomas, which derives from the Aramaic name Te'oma, meaning '"twin"' Popular throughout the 20th century, particularly in the…
Devontae appears to be a modern variation of Devon or Devin, names that originally derived from the English county of Devon (meaning 'deep valley dwellers'). The addition of the '-tae' suffix…
Yiddish diminutive of Elijah and Eliezer, Hebrew
"Yahweh is God; God helps"
Strongly connected to Elie Wiesel — Holocaust survivor, Nobel laureate, and author of the influential book Night .
