Old Norse name that lives on more appealingly in modern times as Jalmari, short form Jari. This form remains popular in Sweden, however.

This unusual form of Alexandra might be seen and pronounced as a combination of Alex and Anne.

In Egyptian mythology, Amon is a major god associated with creation and the air. He was later fused with the Sun god, Ra, and became Amun-Ra.

Spirit that protects babies from illness...and surname of designer Naomi.

Shura is a unisex Russian nickname for Aleksandr or Aleksandra, themselves forms of Alexander. Less known in the English-speaking world than Sasha, it's also more assertive — probably because of that "sure" sound.

Distinctive-sounding Scandinavian name. with deep roots. Short form is the attractive Jari.

Though slightly haughtier and less accessible than cousin Edmond, Esmond could appeal to some parents seeing a distinguished appellation. It began being used (albeit sparingly) in England in the nineteenth century, possibly influenced by William Makepeace Thackeray's novel The History of Henry Esmond.

Sometimes heard in Scotland, where its heyday was in the times of Robert Burns and Sir Walter Scott, here we would prefer the Germanic version, Wilhelmina, brought into the spotlight by the conniving character on "Ugly Betty."

Variation of Pharamond.

The cute short form gained prominence when it was used for young Prince William of England.

Variation of Pharamond.

An unusual yet accessible Scandinavian choice, though it might be confused with Harvard.

Very popular on its native turf, foreign-sounding here.

Rhythmic Welsh nickname name, derived from the Welsh royal name Iorwerth, which has sometimes been anglicized as Edward.

Zhansaya is a beautiful and comforting name, popular in its native Kazakhstan. A Top 20 choice back in the 2000s, it has since declined slightly in use, but remains familiar and appealing.

Ultimately derived from the Old Norse Ásmundr, Asmund is the Scandinavian and Manx form, predominantly used in Denmark, Sweden and Norway. In the case of Norway, however, it is much more popularly written as Åsmund, though Aasmund and Asmund are both used too.

This handsome name remains undiscovered outside of Armenia, but its stylish V initial and -an ending make it an attractive choice for the taking. In Armenia, Vahan has been going in and out of the Top 50 since 2007, most recently ranking at #49.

Eastman is a solid, old-style Atlantic seaboard surname. But as a first name, we think Easton works better.

Another name for the Hindu god-Vishnu.

With the plethora of Alexes around, Xan (and Xander) have emerged as hot new nicknames for Alexander. Xan also stands well on its own. It can be found--not surprisingly--in several computer games.