Unique Names that Start With S

Obsolete Swanhild gives way to oh-so-modern Swan, joining the flock of newly fashionable bird names such as Wren and Lark. In France, the Swann spelling is fashionable for both sexes. But Swan carries an image of grace, though perhaps also a bit of languor. It's a lovely and original name, right for our times.

Swan

Would undoubtedly be confused with the geographical Syria. 

Siria

If you live in a state where marijuana is legal (or maybe even if you don't), you might know that Sativa is one of the major strains of weed. 

And yes, 10 baby girls were named Sativa in the US in one recent year, versus 42 for Indica, the other strain. Sativa is said to produce a more energetic and creative effect, while Indica makes you feel calm and dreamy. 

Sativa is not a name you would choose if you envisioned your daughter going into law enforcement.

Sativa

Seraiah is an Old Testament name attached to several minor Biblical figures. The father of Ezra the scribe was named Seraiah, as was the father of Joab. While Seraiah sounds somewhat feminine to the English speaker, as one of the few unused Biblical names, it could rise in popularity for boys.

Seraiah

The name of a controversial character in Game of Thrones, Stannis Baratheon. He's better liked by book readers -- who see him as the embodiment of rigorous law and order -- than show watchers. In HBO's version of the story, his character was mostly defined by his disastrous loyalty to the red priestess Melisandre.

Stannis

Simplicity

Many parents are seeking a strong name--well there's no denying that Strong fits that bill. 

Strong

This cosmological name is given to a handful of boys and girls each year in the USA. Likely to get confused with Stella or Stellan.

Stellar

unique names that start with the letter S, including Swan, Siria, Sativa, Seraiah, Stannis, Simplicity, Strong, and Stellar. (Page 25)

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