By Sophie Kihm · Updated September 2026
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The heroic movie figure Indiana Jones was often called Indy, as in the equally testosterone-laden Indy 500 car race. It could also be short for Indigo or Indio, or just use it as is.
Short form of Russell
Though as a formal name Rusty is a little, well, rusty, it spent half a century among the Top 1000, departing only in 1995. Only 45 baby boys received the name in the US in one recent year and it's…
Jovanny is a masculine name with Latin roots, derived from 'Jovanus,' which relates to Jupiter (Jove), the Roman king of gods. The name means 'dedicated to Jupiter' or simply 'gift of Jove.' Jovanny…
Shloimy is a masculine name of Yiddish origin, functioning as an affectionate diminutive form of Shlomo (Solomon). The name Shlomo itself derives from the Hebrew word 'shalom,' meaning 'peace,' and…
Irish
"dark, dark-haired"
An Irish county name almost exclusively used for girls now. Kerrigan would be a more modern and masculine choice.
English surname
"by the clearing"
A less political spelling of the English surname Atlee or Attlee, borne by midcentury British prime minister Clement Attlee, this surname style name was a surprise new edition to the England and…
German
"bold, brave"
Hardy is a spirited and durable un-Germanic German surname that is starting to be used in this country. British fashion designer Hardy Amies (born Edwin) is its best known bearer, and Thomas Hardy…
Anglicization of Conleth, Irish
"chaste fire; constant fire"
Conley has a contemporary surname feel but is actually vintage in its usage. It was used as a masculine given name through the 1940s and peaked in 1905 at Number 709. Ready for revival? Definitely.…
Diminutive of Cyrus, Persian
"sun"
This evocative short name is suddenly chic — it was recently chosen by Jennifer Lawrence for her baby boy. JLaw's son's name honors Cy Twombly, the influential mid-century American artist. Born Edwin…
Mendy is a versatile name used for males in various cultural contexts. It can function as a nickname for names like Menachem (Hebrew, meaning 'comforter'), Mendel (Yiddish diminutive of Menachem), or…
Ramy is a masculine name with multiple cultural origins. In Arabic, it means 'archer' or 'marksman' and has been used throughout the Middle East for generations. In Egyptian usage, it can also relate…
Variation of Adlai or Hadley
Adley is one of those rare unisex names that probably developed via different paths on the girls' and boys' sides, with the male Adley a phonetic spelling of the Hebrew Adlai, while the girls'…
"curly-headed"
A lean and lanky Irish cowboy name with great nickname potential to boot (Cass or Sid are both options). This is one of the great under-rated American names !
Irish and Scottish
"fair-haired hero"
Finlay is a Scottish royal name: it belonged to Macbeth's father, Finlay MacRory--or Findlaech mac Ruaidri--that has a bit of a split personality. It has two acceptable spellings--Finlay and Finley,…
Diminutive of Michael, Hebrew
"who is like God"
An Old school short form with a certain vintage charm, Mikey might fit in with choices such as Ronnie, Reggie, Monty, and Scottie. Currently in the latter end of the Top 1000 in England and Wales,…
Scottish
"settlement by the sea"
Murray, you may be surprised to discover, is a Scottish surname name --that of an ancient noble clan--with a sea-swept meaning, and just could be in the next wave of reevaluated grandpa names.…
Anay is a masculine name with multiple cultural origins. In Indian traditions, particularly in Hindu naming practices, Anay can mean 'without equal' or 'unique,' derived from Sanskrit elements. It…
Russian variation of Eli
"ascended, uplifted, high"
Russian form of Eli mainly used today by families with Russian Jewish heritage.
Malagasy
"wise man"
How often do you see a name from Madagascar that is so wearable in English? Kendry has a great meaning to boot and is possibly a great name for a Christmas baby. What's not to love?
Avyay is a masculine name of Sanskrit origin primarily used in Indian culture. The name derives from the Sanskrit word 'avyaya,' which means 'eternal,' 'unchangeable,' or 'imperishable.' In Hindu…
