Benaiah is an unusual Biblical choice that can get you to Ben.

Blink and you’ll miss that the first I in Jedidiah was swapped for an E.

Tanya with a G.

An important name in the Hindu religion, connected to Lord Shiva.

Probably derived from the Breton name Judoc, meaning "lord". As a first name, it's predominantly found in French-speaking African countries. As a surname, it famously belonged to former French Prime Minister Lionel Jospin (in office 1997-2002).

Rare Scottish variant of John, with multicultural overtones.

A short and sweet Hindi name which has been relatively popular in the UK – peaking at #280 there in 2003.

Most modern parents would drop the Jo, leaving the superpopular Ella.

Jireh is a spiritual name that has been rising significantly for both sexes in recent years, although still remains quite rare. Jehoveh-Jireh was the location of the binding of Isaac, where Jehovah told Abraham to offer his son Isaac as a burnt offering.

Micah is now in the Top 100, so naturally the spelling variation Mikah is getting some love too. Either spelling would be a fun and fresh way to honor a Mike or Michael.

Hrisihikesh (the first H is silent) is another name for Lord Vishnu. Musician Hrishikesh Hirway is the creator of the popular podcast Song Exploder. The internationally-friendly short form is Hrishi, pronounced like Rishi.

A dashing name used mainly in India with one of the best meanings around.

Names with the del element, such as Adeline, Adelaide, Adele, and Della, are currently en vogue, but old-fashioned Odella didn't get the memo.

An epithet of Lord Vishnu in Hindu legend.

Jotham is an Old Testament name that today would certainly be the only one in his class, having something of an urban feel via its similarity to the word 'gotham'. In the Bible one Jotham is the sole surviving son of Gideon after the massacre of his brothers, the other is a king of Judah who was an enthusiastic builder. Jotham Riddle is a character in James Fenimore Cooper's novel The Pioneers, while Jotham Powell appears in Edith Wharton's Ethan Frome.

A bit slight to put directly on the birth certificate, but Dom is a pleasant nickname for a boy or a girl.

Greek form of Cyrus

An epithet of the god Shiva in Hindu tradition.

Kyriakos was derived from the Greek word kyrios, meaning "lord."

Star Wars fans may know the lore behind the origin of the word and the concept Jedi well enough to confidently choose their name for their child. It has to do with balancing the forces of the universe.