By Sophie Kihm · Updated September 2026
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Micky is a masculine name commonly used as a diminutive of Michael, which derives from Hebrew meaning 'who is like God?' The nickname form has taken on a life of its own as an independent given name.…
Olly is a cheerful masculine name that originated as a diminutive of Oliver or Olive, names derived from the Latin word for olive tree, symbolizing peace and fruitfulness. This friendly nickname-name…
Diminutive of Roman et al
"citizen of Rome"
Best known as a feminine diminutive, Romy is used now for boys too, as a short form of Roman or Romeo or a name in its own right. Remy and Romi are other related choices, or you might want to go all…
Rorey is a unisex name that functions primarily as a masculine name in most contexts, though it's occasionally used for girls. It represents a variant spelling of Rory, which comes from the Irish…
English word name
"stormy"
Stormy and variations have always been more common among girls, but there's no reason you shouldn't use it for a son. Storm was historically more masculine, until the arrival of Stormi Webster.
English
"valuable"
Worthy joins the likes of Chosen, Wise, Noble, Merit, and Prosper: strong, virtuous word names that some may worry creates a level of self-entitlement, while others enjoy as reminders that their…
Yeray is a masculine name of Guanche origin, from the indigenous people of the Canary Islands. It means "the brave one" or "the one who brings good things." Once obscure outside the Canaries, the…
Alakay is a masculine name with Malagasy origins, gaining recognition after appearing in the animated film 'Madagascar' as the birth name of the character Alex the Lion. The name likely derives from…
Ary is a masculine name with multiple possible origins. It could be a shortened form of larger names like Aryeh (Hebrew for 'lion'), Aristotle, or Aryan. In Hebrew contexts, it directly relates to…
Bellemy is a masculine name with romantic French overtones, likely derived from the Old French 'bel ami' meaning 'beautiful friend' or 'handsome friend.' This elegant name carries connotations of…
"where birches grow"
The Brits say BARK-lee, but we pronounce it the same as the name of the California college: either way it's quite pretentious and of another era.
Bradly is a masculine name that originated as a variant of Bradley, derived from an English surname meaning "broad clearing" or "broad meadow" in Old English. This simplified spelling omits the…
Modern invented name or surname, English
"briar meadow, briar clearing"
Brian meets Riley, this name is more popular for girls. It coincides with the surname Briley, a contracted form of Brierley, which might be an interesting alternative.
Diminutive of Earl, English, or word name
"nobleman, warrior; early"
Early is a word-turned-name, pleasantly suggesting the start of a bright new day. Of the new word and day names, Early is one of the best. Early James is the stage name of singer-songwriter Fredrick…
German
"God's peace"
Godfrey was very popular in the Middle Ages, but today you're more likely to hear it as a surname than a first name. It has a solid, old-man charm, but a couple of possible deal-breakers: the first…
Grantley is a distinguished masculine name originating from English surname traditions. Derived from Old English elements meaning 'grant's clearing' or 'grant's meadow,' it refers to a woodland area…
English and Scottish surname
"son of Henry"
A handsome surname derived from Henry, like Henderson and Hendrix.
Vietnamese, Ancient Egyptian nickname, "shining, successful, brightness; Amon is satisfied"
"shining, successful, brightness; Amon is satisfied"
A common Vietnamese name with a bright meaning, predominantly used for boys, though occasionally given to girls. The predominantly feminine form however is Huệ. Outside of Vietnamese circles, it may…
Jerzey is a masculine name that appears to be a modern variant spelling of Jersey, which itself can be derived from various sources. It may reference the Channel Island of Jersey or represent a…
Kacy as a masculine name represents a modern usage of what has traditionally been a unisex or feminine name. It likely derived as a variant spelling of Casey, which originated from an Irish surname…
