By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Diminutive of Opal or Osborn
Reminiscent of more familiar 'nickname' style names, like Odie, Toby, and Coby, Opie has been notably borne by clarinet player Opie Cates, artist Opie Ortiz, and by the characters Opie Taylor from…
Shloime is a Yiddish diminutive form of Solomon (Shlomo in Hebrew), primarily used in Orthodox Jewish communities. The name carries the rich heritage of King Solomon, renowned for his wisdom and…
French variation of Timothy
You mean like Timothee Chalomet? Yes, like Timothee Chalomet.
Valente is a masculine name of Latin origin meaning 'strong,' 'healthy,' or 'brave.' It derives from the Latin word 'valens' (the same root that gives us 'valiant' and 'valor'). Popular in Spanish,…
French form of Latin Augustus
"great, magnificent"
French version of August, for both sexes. And for those who feel the spelling of August is too plain.
Chayse is a modern masculine name that represents an alternative spelling of Chase. Derived from a Middle English surname that originally referred to someone who lived near or hunted in a forest, it…
Popular culture, Latin
"belief, trust"
Creedence is a masculine name that emerged into prominence largely due to the American rock band Creedence Clearwater Revival, formed in the late 1960s, though its more recent popularity is likely…
Keontae is a masculine given name that emerged in the United States in the late 20th century. It appears to follow the pattern of names beginning with 'Ke-' such as Keonte, Keon, and Keyonte, which…
Yiddish variation of Moses, Egyptian
"delivered from the water"
A name commonly heard on New York's Lower East Side at the turn of the last century.
Variation of Rain, nature name
A preppier take on Rain — you could also consider Raines. The feminine version of Raine is French, related to Reina, and means "queen."
Rayce is a modern variant spelling of the name Race, with origins likely tied to English vocabulary. As a masculine name, it carries connotations of speed, competition, and dynamic energy. The…
Ritchie is a masculine name that originated as a diminutive of Richard, a Germanic name combining elements meaning 'powerful' and 'ruler' (literally 'strong king' or 'brave ruler'). The nickname…
Scottish
"yellow"
Blane is the attractive surname name of an important sixth-century Scottish saint, though Blaine is a more familiar spelling. Ultimately from the Old Irish Bláán, it has the coloful and upbeat…
French variation of Stephen
"garland, crown"
It's the French Steve yet feels oh so much more debonair. Well-used and still a popular classic in French-speaking lands, but one of the many French names for boys unfamiliar to most English…
Scottish variation of Graham
"gravelly homestead"
An interesting vowel combination lightens up Graham.
Mase is a concise masculine name with several possible origins. It may be a shortened form of Mason, a surname-turned-first-name meaning 'stoneworker,' or could derive from biblical Mace, a variation…
English word name
A rare unisex word/virtue name that is currently given to around 10 babies of each gender per year in the US. It could make for an unexpected route to bright, easygoing nickname Sol (or trendy…
Vincente is a masculine name with Latin and Spanish origins, functioning as a variant spelling of Vicente. It derives from the Latin name Vincentius, which comes from 'vincens' meaning 'conquering'…
Spelling variation of Zane, variation of John, Hebrew
"God is gracious"
As Zane and Zayn (and Zayne) get more popular, can Xane be far behind? Xane is one of the names that have risen the most on the charts since the turn of this century, though it's still under the Top…
Diminutive of Albert or Albus, English, Germanic, Latin
"noble and bright; white, bright light"
Gentle and friendly, but also full of energy and spark, Albie is a bubbly diminutive, usually of Albert, but also of Alban, Albus, Albie has become a big favorite in England and Wales in recent…
