By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Hebrew
"My God is my light"
This appealing Hebrew name is heard in Israel, and would fit in well with all the popular El-starting names for boys , such as Elliot and Ellery. It was given to just five American boys in 2015. Also…
Latin
"godfather"
Jupiter's partner Juno has entered the mainstream, so it's possible that her divine mate could follow. But not necessarily for boys — Jupiter is currently mostly female in the US, thanks to its…
Aasir is a masculine name with Arabic origins, derived from Al-Asir, meaning 'captivating' or 'prisoner of love.' In Norse mythology, the Aesir (pronounced similarly) were the principal gods,…
Abubakar is a masculine name of Arabic origin with deep Islamic significance. It honors Abu Bakr, the first caliph after Prophet Muhammad and one of his closest companions. The name literally means…
Word name
"ember, glowing coal or wood"
A contemporary word name that's been popular for girls in recent years, Ember refers to the still-glowing parts of a fire once much of it has gone out. Connected with hope, rekindling, and light in…
French or German surname
"throw away; foundling; jet"
Jeter, which of course is used as a first name only because of Yankee star Derek, rhymes with Peter and may be derived from the French surname Jette, which was often bestowed on foundlings because it…
English and German surname
"messenger; to run"
This handsome surname is used for boys in small numbers — for now. It's an energetic choice— literally, Renner is derived from the word rennen , meaning "to run". As an occupational surname, Renner…
Rhyder is a modern masculine name that has gained popularity in recent decades. It represents an alternative spelling of the more traditional 'Rider,' giving it a distinctive edge while maintaining…
Kailer is a modern masculine name with unclear etymology, possibly a contemporary creation or variation on the surname Kaler/Kahler, which has German origins. It could also be an inventive spelling…
French, German
"wise army"
A royal, European name, and a relation of Rayner and Ragnar, Rainier is also associated with the majestic mountain in Washington state. Traditionally pronounced as REH-NYEH in French and as ray-NEER…
Arabic
"help"
Arabic form of Ezra or Azariah
"skilled, wise"
Also transcribed as Mahir and Maheer, Maahir is an Arabic name meaning "wise" or "skilled". Dubai-based perfume company Lattafa used the name Maahir for one of their fragrance ranges in 2020, with…
Quamir is a contemporary name with uncertain etymology. It may have several possible origins: it could be a variant spelling of Qamir (an Arabic name meaning 'moon-like' or related to the word for…
German
Rainer is one of those baby names that is still under-the-radar but has been quietly gaining traction: The number of boys who've received the name has doubled in the past decade, to just under 50.…
Word name, surname, English
"performer or lover of rock music; one who lives or works by the rocks"
Why beat around the bush with a name like Elvis, Jagger, or Axl when you can come right out and name your baby Rocker? A word name with an edgy quality, Rocker might once have sounded like an…
English word name
"rescuer"
A heroic choice with spiritual connections, Saviour is the British-English spelling of this lofty word name. It can be used more broadly to describe someone who rescues others from danger or…
English
"white field"
If you discount the connection to the controversial Whittaker Chambers in the days of the Red Scare, Whittaker is a pleasant enough British surname with the preppyish nickname Whit.
