By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Occupational name
One professional surname that won't pass the Bar.
Ellgar is a masculine name with likely Germanic origins, possibly derived from elements meaning 'noble' and 'spear' or as a variant of names like Edgar or Elgar. This rare name carries a distinctly…
Lavr is a masculine name of Russian origin, derived from the Latin name Laurentius, which means "from Laurentum" or "crowned with laurel." Laurel wreaths were symbols of victory and honor in ancient…
"servant in charge of a larder"
The surname of humorist Ring is a new entry in the trendy occupational class -- but watch the lard.
Ellger is an uncommon masculine name with possible Germanic origins. It may be a variant spelling or derivative of names like Elgar (meaning "elf spear" from Old English) or could relate to German…
Bueller is a masculine name of German origin functioning as a rare first name derived from a surname. Originally an occupational surname for someone who lived or worked on a hill (from Middle High…
Arabic, Hindi
"full moon"
Strong name, with a regal, romantic natural imagery image.
Landor is a unique masculine name with Anglo-Saxon origins, derived from Old English elements meaning 'land' and 'spear' or 'warrior.' Though not commonly used as a first name, it carries a…
Anglo-Saxon
"spearman"
A pared-down version of the Anglo-Saxon names Æthelgar and Ælfgar. It's very rarely used, but might appeal for the connection to English classical composer Edward Elgar, or just for its distinctive…
Lankester is a masculine name derived from the English place name and surname Lancaster, which refers to a 'Roman fort on the River Lune' in northern England. This uncommon given name carries…
Eleázar is a masculine name with ancient Hebrew origins, derived from 'El'azar,' meaning 'God has helped' or 'God's assistance.' It appears in the Bible as the name of Aaron's son, who became high…
Buhler is primarily known as a German and Swiss surname rather than a given name. It derives from Middle High German 'büheler,' meaning 'hill dweller' or someone who lived on or near a hill. As an…
Lanchester is a rare masculine name derived from an English surname and place name. The place name originated from the River Lune and the Old English 'ceaster,' meaning 'Roman fort or town.' As a…
Lancester is a masculine name with English origins, derived from a place name meaning "fort on the River Lune" or "Roman fort." It's a variant of Lancaster, the historic county in northwest England…
Hebrew
"God has helped"
In Exodus, a son of Aaron: an interesting, undiscovered Old Testament name.
English place-name
British place-name unlikely to evoke much passion in any baby namer.
Eadgar is a masculine name with Anglo-Saxon roots, representing an older form of the more familiar Edgar. Derived from Old English elements 'ead' meaning 'wealth, fortune' and 'gar' meaning 'spear,'…
English
"monastery where deer dwell"
Innovative architect, inventor, and thinker Buckminster (universally known as Bucky) Fuller makes this vaguely possible.
Batchellor is an English surname that evolved into an occasional masculine given name. It originated from the Middle English word 'bachelor,' referring to a young knight, junior member of a trade…
Lemarr appears to be a variant spelling of Lamar, a name with French origins derived from a place name meaning 'the pond' or 'the marsh' (from 'la mare'). The doubled 'r' spelling represents a…
