Updated October 2026
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Tamil
"love"
Despite its attractive meaning, this name is very rare in the States: it has only appeared twice in the US charts, in 2006 and 2020. Akam is a genre of Classical Tamil poetry, and the ring name of…
Gaelic, Irish
"fire + white, blessed"
An unusual compound name related to Aiden, which can also spelled Aodhfionn.
Hebrew
"God's witness"
Adaiah is a rare Old Testament name with a pleasing sound.
Yoruba
"one who fights and breaks free"
This Yoruba praise name is used throughout West Africa, and has an empowering meaning.
"pleasure"
This obscure biblical name is only mentioned twice in the Bible — first as a divorced Israelite and then as a priest.
"father of peace"
Absalom, because of its biblical and literary associations, just might appeal to the daring namegiver. In the Old Testament, Absalom was the handsome, favored but rebellious son of King David. In…
Norse, Swedish, English
"elf warrior"
A distinguished English surname likely descended from the Nordic name Alvar, meaning "elf warrior". British diplomat Sir Alvary Gascoigne is a notable historical bearer.
Azerbaijan compound name
"supreme, exalted + leader, ruler"
Ali̇xan is a cool and contemporary looking choice, currently popular in Azerbaijan. It combines the Arabic Ali with the Turkic title, Khan , to give the name the powerful meaning of "supreme and…
Place name, Latin
"white; white flour; whitish; hill"
With other mountainous names on the rise, such as Everest, Summit, and Monty, Alps could be a cool, rugged option and serve as an alternative for Ace, Alvin, or Atlas. Alps is the name of one of the…
Egyptian
"son of Iah"
Amasis II was the last ruler of Egypt before it was conquered by the Persians. His name is a variant of Ahmose — which he is also referred to by — a name meaning "son of Iah" referring to the minor…
Indian, Sanskrit, Marathi, Arabic
"priceless, invaluable; unfading, everlasting; hope"
Amol is a succinct and versatile name used by Indian parents, which can mean "priceless and invaluable" from its Sanskrit origins and "everlasting" in the Marathi language. Some sources additionally…
Bulgarian, meaning unknown
A name of unknown etymology, with roots in European history. Ivan Asen I (also known as Asen I) was a medieval Bulgarian emperor whose name was given to several successors to the throne. Today, it is…
"God is my father"
Abiah is a gentle, rarely used Old Testament name belonging to Samuel's second son. This makes a good choice for the parent who wants a traditional biblical name that is not overly familiar.
Scottish place-name
Amiable, undiscovered geographic option.
Word name, modern invented name
"water man"
A superhero in DC comics who left a lasting impression. Now a modern (and wacky) celebrity baby name. Controversial YouTuber Trisha Paytas named her son, born in 2025, Aquaman Moses.
Variation of Ayman, or place name, Arabic
"blessed, lucky; foreigner"
Familiar in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Ajman might be used as a variation of the Arabic name Ayman, in turn, associating it with good luck, or more literally, with the right hand. In this case, it would…
"my father is help; father of help"
A rare Biblical name that may appeal as an alternative to Abraham, Abel, Abner, Ebenezer, and similar, Abiezer appears several times in the Old Testament. Borne by one of King David's warriors, it…
Greek word name
A mathematical possibility, but the odds are against it.
Scottish place name
"coast of the Gaels"
A Scottish place name and surname, originally called Earre Ghàidheal (or "coast of the Gaels"), owing to the fact it was one of the first places Irish settles established themselves in Scotland. Also…
"my father is king"
A rare Biblical name, appearing several times in the Old Testament, Abimlech was given (generically) to Philistine kings during the time of Abraham and David. Most notably, it is borne by Abimelech…