By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Leonizio is a masculine name with Italian origins, likely derived from Leon or Leonardo, names that reference the 'lion' (from Latin 'leo'). This elaborate variant adds a distinctively Italian flair…
Modern invented name
If you're not finding Nemo unusual enough, consider the even more eccentric Emo, which may have been invented by comedian Emo Philips.
Manfredo is a masculine name of Italian and Germanic origin. It combines the Germanic elements 'man' (meaning 'man') and 'fred' (meaning 'peace'), thus conveying the meaning 'man of peace.' The name…
Manollo is a masculine name that appears to be a variant spelling of Manolo, which itself is a diminutive form of Manuel. With Spanish origins, Manuel derives from the Hebrew name Emmanuel, meaning…
Maco is a concise masculine name with several possible origins. It may derive from Latin 'Macus,' a Roman family name, or have connections to Japanese origins where it can mean 'truth' or…
Fruit name
Mango might be cute as a short form of a related name like Manuel, or for a pet name. But we're not feeling it as a full baby name for a child of any gender.
Greek
"she who hides"
Rhythmic route to the nickname Cal. This musical moniker is another great example of a traditionally feminine name that could easily go masculine.
Affonso is a masculine name of Portuguese and Spanish origin, representing a traditional variant spelling of Alfonso or Afonso. The name derives from a Germanic source, combining the elements 'adal'…
Alao is a masculine name with West African origins, particularly common among the Yoruba people of Nigeria. The name carries the meaning of 'one who was born wealthy' or 'born into prosperity.' It…
Spanish and Italian from German
"the father of the noble prince"
Appealing, upbeat name used mainly in Spanish-speaking countries.
Abrão is the Portuguese form of Abraham, a name with profound biblical significance. Derived from the Hebrew name Avraham, it means 'father of multitudes' or 'father of many nations.' In the Bible,…
Spanish, pet form of Aban
This is a Spanish pet form of the name Aban, which in Persian mythology was the name of the muse of liberal arts and mechanics.
Manuelo is a masculine name that serves as a variation of Manuel, which derives from the Hebrew name Immanuel, meaning "God is with us." This melodic name carries a distinctly Romance language…
Lazzaro is a masculine Italian name derived from the Hebrew name Eleazar, meaning 'God has helped.' It is the Italian form of Lazarus, a biblical figure known from the New Testament. In Christian…
Lázaro is the Spanish and Portuguese form of Lazarus, a name with profound biblical roots. The name originates from the Hebrew name Eleazar, meaning "God has helped." In the New Testament, Lazarus is…
Manolito is a Spanish masculine diminutive of Manuel, which ultimately derives from Hebrew 'Immanuel' meaning 'God is with us.' The suffix '-ito' adds an affectionate, diminutive quality, essentially…
Lazarillo is an uncommon masculine name with Spanish literary origins, most famously associated with the protagonist of the 1554 Spanish novel "Lazarillo de Tormes," which tells the story of a poor…
Oromo
"lion"
Fierce choice from the Oromo culture of Ethiopia.
Italian
"hand"
A nickname that sounds like a nickname.
Portuguese
"from Laurentium"
Properly spelt Lourenço, this is the Portuguese form of Laurence.
