Names That Mean Man

Jack getting too common for you? Here's a distinctive twist.

Nicandro might be of interest as a blend of two Anglo favorites -- Nicholas and Andrew.

The Russian form of the medieval name Cyprian lends itself to the nickname Kip.

Names connected with youth are always so promising for babies, and this lovely Indian name is no exception. Notable bearers include Tarun Nethula, a New Zealand cricket player, Tarun Gogoi, an Assamese politician, and Tarun Tahiliani, a celebrated Indian fashion designer.

Nicandra is the name of a plant known as apple-of-peru and also shoo-fly plant. It's also the feminine form of Nicander, an ancient Greek poet, physician, and grammarian.

Usually a male name, but uncommon enough to sound plausibly gender-neutral. The similarity to Leanne gives it extra traction for girls.

A viable choice that may be growing on your family tree. Hartman Turnbow was a part of Mississippi's "First Fourteen", the first group of African Americans who attempted to register to vote in the state.

Latin form of Charles or Karl

French version of the mythological name Cassandra.

This nouveau spelling peaked at Number 583 in 2004. In spite of its trend-making K and "ee" ending, Karlee is much less popular than the original Carly.

Fanya might make an international and unusual short form for the classic Frances, or could stand as a full name on its own. Definitely classier than Tanya but with the same Eastern European flavor.

A jaunty surname, best known from British actress Helena Bonham Carter, that parents have started to use in small numbers in the last two decades.

A much rarer alternative to Alexander that also gives you the oh-so-cool nickname Nico. Nicander derives from the Greek name Nikandros "man of victory", which belonged to a 2nd century BC poet and grammarian.

The meaning of this name isn't clear, but it may mean "limping man" (from Greek skazo "to limp, stumble") or "awkward man" (from skaios) meaning "left, awkward" plus andros "man".

Montgomery is an increasingly popular name for boys, especially in the UK, and now it's being used for girls as well in the US, where more than 50 baby girls were named Montgomery last year.

Senator is a unique occupational name that appeared on the charts in 1989, 2006, and 2009. It was ultimately derived from the Latin word senex, meaning "old man."

Variant of Forsythe

Faraday is a whimsical Scottish surname that works equally well as a first name for girls or boys.