By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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English word name
"ascend, move upwards"
Rise joins the latest class of modern Christian names for its uplifting spiritual associations, which could make it especially appropriate for for an Easter baby. Along with these spiritual links to…
Roque is a distinctive masculine name with Spanish and Portuguese origins, derived from the Germanic element 'hrok' meaning 'rest' or from the medieval Latin 'rocca' meaning 'rock'. In…
Vinnie is primarily a masculine name that originated as a diminutive form of Vincent, though it can occasionally be used for girls as well. The name derives from the Latin 'Vincentius,' meaning…
Variation of Wild; English surname
"wild"
The Wylde spelling puts an old-school, surnamey spin on hot modern word name Wild.
Short form of Arnold, English from German
"ruler, strong as an eagle"
Arnie is a nerdy-tipping-into-cute nickname that may rise again, if not for this generation of babies then for their babies. Look for it in the nurseries of 2050.
Davante is a masculine name that emerged in American usage primarily in the late 20th century. The name appears to be a variation of Davon or Davan, possibly influenced by Italian or Spanish naming…
Latin clan name
"timekeeper"
The ancient name Horace sounds fustily fuddy-duddy, and yet, with the resurrection of Homer, and the new interest in old Roman names...who knows. Its early popularity--it was in the Top 100 at the…
Jayme is a versatile name used for both boys and girls, though traditionally more common for males. It originated as a medieval variant spelling of James, which derives from the Hebrew name Ya'akov…
Kodie is a modern masculine name that emerged as a variant spelling of Cody, which originated as an Irish surname derived from 'Ó Cuidighthigh,' meaning 'helpful' or 'assistant.' This alternative…
Spelling variation of Lake, nature name
Layke is one of the names of the Waldrop sextuplets: Layke Bryars. Though this Layke happens to be a boy, the nature name works equally well for girls.
Mete is a masculine name with multiple cultural origins. In Turkish culture, where it's most commonly found, Mete derives from an ancient Turkic title meaning 'hero' or 'brave warrior,' associated…
French
"gold town"
Only if you're an aviation buff or seriously addicted to popcorn.
French variation of Philip
"lover of horses"
Philippe, pronounced fill-EEP, is Philip with Gallic flair.
Romie is a versatile, gender-neutral name that historically leans masculine. It can be a diminutive of Roman, Romeo, or Jerome, though it also stands well as an independent name. With Latin…
Tayte is a modern masculine name with potential roots in Old English, possibly derived from 'tait' meaning 'cheerful' or 'pleasant.' It may also have evolved as a surname before transitioning to…
Bayne is a masculine name with Scottish origins, derived from a surname meaning 'fair-haired' or 'white.' In Scottish history, it was both a given name and a clan name. The name carries historical…
Billie as a masculine name originated as a diminutive form of William, derived from Germanic elements meaning "will" or "determination" and "helmet" or "protection." While more commonly recognized as…
Variation of Case
Kayce (pronounce like Casey) was among the fastest-rising boy names of 2022, jumping all the way up to #587 thanks to character Kayce Dutton from the hit show Yellowstone. With the Casey spelling…
Cayne is a modern masculine name with multiple potential origins. It may be a variant spelling of Cain, which has Hebrew roots meaning 'acquired' or 'possession,' or it could be derived from Kane, a…
Animal Name
Native to America, the coyote has long been associated with danger and independence and with the popularity of Fox, Tiger, and Wolf, plus that cool KAI sound, Coyote might have potential. Possibly…
