By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Sayler is a masculine name that appears to be a modern occupational surname-turned-first-name, similar to the more common spelling Saylor. It derives from the Old English word for someone who makes…
Shahmir is a masculine name of Persian and Arabic origin, combining elements of nobility and leadership. 'Shah' means 'king' or 'monarch' in Persian, while 'mir' can mean 'prince,' 'leader,' or…
Urdu, Pashto
"defending men"
Urdu and Pashto form of Alexander
English word name
Striker is one of the new gang of boys' names that have two syllables, end in -er, spring from words, and have a macho, even aggressive meaning and image. Other examples include Breaker, Heller, and…
"greater, greatest"
Unashamedly grandiose word name.
Hebrew
"palm tree"
Tomer was once a Top 100 name in Israel — it fell out in 2016.
Diminutive of Christopher
The new kid on the block in terms of Christopher short forms, it was introduced into the mix by actor Topher Grace, who didn't like Chris.
Welsh and Romanian variation of Theodore, Teodor, or Theodoric
"gift from God; ruler of the people"
Known as a British royal family line as well as a style of architecture, this name feels both solemn and formidable, but with an intriguing "dark-academia" feel to it too. Currently in the Top 1000…
Nordic variation of Vladimir
Ten years ago we would have advised people to steer clear of this name (and maybe choose the similar sounding Walter instead); but with the rise of other Nordic and Eastern European names like Viggo…
German
"famous ruler"
The American child given this name of four kings of Denmark, not to mention one so similar to that of the Harry Potter archvillain Lord Voldemort, might have to pay a large emotional import tax.
Walther is a masculine name of Germanic origin, representing a variant spelling of Walter. The name derives from the Old German elements 'wald' meaning 'rule' or 'power' and 'hari' meaning 'army,'…
Xaviar is a masculine name that offers an alternative spelling of Xavier, which derives from the Basque place name Etxeberria, meaning 'new house.' This spelling variation maintains the exotic appeal…
Urdu
"moonlight"
A strong and striking Urdu name found especially in Pakistan, with a wonderfully evocative meaning.
English
"truly"
A quaint and poetic English word meaning "truly", which could easily make the switch to baby name usage, given its similarity to sophisticated vintage names like Verity and Cecily.
Celtic
"iron man"
Melor is the name of a Breton saint who in legend was also a prince, suggesting he was the son of a Cornish king (Mylor is the Cornish variation of the name). Melor was said to have a foot and hand…
Malchior is a rare masculine name with roots in Germanic tradition. It's a variant of Melchior, one of the three Wise Men or Magi in Christian tradition who visited the infant Jesus. The name carries…
Malkior is an uncommon masculine name with possible roots in medieval European naming traditions or fantasy literature. It may derive from Hebrew 'melekh' meaning 'king' combined with a suffix…
Modern Swedish variation of Melchior
"city of the king; king of light"
Melker, a modern phonetic spelling of ancient Three Wise Men name Melchior, is in the Swedish Top 100 though not used in the US, where it would be heard as "milker." Nickname Mel is not exactly a…
Caezar is a masculine name representing a modern alternative spelling of Caesar, the ancient Roman family name that became synonymous with imperial power. The original Latin name may have derived…
Croatian variant of Melchior, Hebrew
"king of light; city of the king"
The Croatian form of Melchior, the least familiar of the Three Wise Men's names in Christian tradition.
