By Sophie Kihm · Updated September 2026
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Irish
"dark hero"
A common Irish surname that's seldom heard as a first name, but has an appealing meaning.
Nealy is a masculine name with Irish and Gaelic roots, functioning as a variant of Neil or Neal. The name ultimately derives from the Gaelic 'Niall,' which is thought to mean 'champion' or 'cloud.'…
Marky is an endearing diminutive of Mark, a name with ancient Latin origins derived from 'Marcus.' Originally developed as a nickname, Marky carries a youthful, friendly charm that has occasionally…
Marcely is a masculine name with Latin origins, likely derived from Marcus or Marcel, which stem from Mars, the Roman god of war. This uncommon variation adds a distinctive ending to the classic…
Dontey appears to be a masculine name that emerged in American naming patterns during the late 20th century. It is likely a variation of Dante, which derives from the medieval short form of the name…
Newberry is a masculine name that originated as an English surname before transitioning to occasional first-name usage. The surname has topographic origins, combining 'new' with 'berry' or 'burgh'…
Carbury is a masculine name with origins rooted in place names and surnames. It derives from locations in Ireland and England, particularly County Kildare in Ireland where Carbury Castle stands. The…
English
"shared wood"
Not manly enough.
"devotee of the church"
Too close to baloney.
Nikkelby is an extremely rare masculine name of uncertain origin, possibly a modern invented name combining elements of Nicholas or Nikkel with the Norse suffix '-by' meaning 'settlement' or 'town.'…
Dony is a masculine name with various potential origins. It may be a shortened form of names like Donovan, Dominic, or Donald, or it could be a variation of Danny or Tony. The name has appeared…
Makary is a masculine name with Slavic origins, primarily used in Polish, Russian, and Ukrainian cultures. It's derived from the Greek name Makarios, meaning 'blessed' or 'happy.' This name has deep…
Mackenzey is an uncommon masculine variant spelling of Mackenzie, a name of Scottish Gaelic origin meaning 'son of Kenneth' or 'fair one.' Originally a surname derived from 'Mac' (son of) and…
Normy is a masculine name that functions primarily as an affectionate diminutive of Norman. While Norman itself derives from Norse origins meaning 'northman' or 'Norse man,' Normy represents its more…
"dark, brave one"
Donnelly is among the more appealing Irish surname names, less well used than Donovan. Related options include the place name Donegal and the mythological god name Donegan.
Carbery is a masculine name with Irish origins, derived from the ancient Gaelic territory of Cairbre in southwest Ireland. The name comes from the personal name Cairbre, which belonged to several…
Variation of Mackenzie or Kinsey, English, Scottish
"Son of Kenneth; son of Kinsey"
Part Mackenzie, part Kinsey, Mackinsey could work for someone who loves both.
Mackensy is a modern masculine name that appears to be a variant spelling of Mackenzie, which originated as a Scottish surname derived from the Gaelic 'Mac Coinnich,' meaning 'son of Coinneach'…
Variation of surname Massey, English
"hill"
While Macy, Macey, and co. have been more frequently used for girls, a tiny handful of boys in the US have received this name and its sound-alikes on and off since the late 19th century. Derived from…
Macalay is a masculine name with Scottish Gaelic origins, derived from 'Mac Amhalghaidh' meaning 'son of Amhalghaidh' (an ancient personal name). Sometimes spelled Macaulay or Macauley, it began as a…
