Heard more often as a surname in Italy, its meaning has also been linked to the dolphin--which would make a cool nursery motif.

Saraswati is the Hindu goddess of knowledge, learning, music, and the arts. She is also a river goddess, associated with the mythical Saraswati river, which played an important part in the Vedic texts.

Surname of Declaration signer sure to present playground complications.

Demon is probably best left as an edgy nickname or chosen moniker than put on the birth certificate. Typically associated with evil or familiar spirits, it could also be considered an Ancient Greek name, meaning "the people".

This popular Indian name is heard in the US. Bollywood actor Akshay Khanna has a son named Arnav.

Old fashioned nickname that some girls just might be able to pull off. You'd just have to be sure your little Fancy was one of them.

This phonetic spelling of a traditional Scottish male name wasn't seen until used by Vince Vaughn for his daughter. As Lachlan becomes more of an established boy's name in the US, more parents are turning to the Locklyn spelling on the girl's side.

Finja Is a Josephine nickname that ranks among the Top 100 girl names in Germany.

Short for Waverly or a fresh twist on Navy, Wavy is a quirky and interesting new word name option.

How to spruce up Fisher or Beau? This French surname-name might be an option for a parent unafraid of the unusual. The name derives from Barbel, a type of fish, which is how it became a surname for some fishermen.

See WILLIE.

Usain Bolt chose Lightning as the middle name for his daughter — Olympia Lightning Bolt. Mainstream parents have taken a liking to Lightning as a boy name — it debuted on the charts in 2021, and was given to five baby boys in 2022.

The original southern Good Ol' Boy.

Has too many slangy connotations to be considered.

One-of-a-kind water-related choice.

Pirate is best known as one of the middle names of pop sensation Billie Eilish, who was born Billie Eilish Pirate Baird O'Connell. In a 2017 BBC interview, she revealed, "Pirate was going to be my [only] middle name but then my uncle had a problem with it because pirates are bad." Now Pirate attracting more interest, along with the rest of Billie Eilish's names.

With the jaunty rhythm of other Irish surnames like Finnegan and Sullivan, plus the possibility for cool nickname Gil, this seems like a good candidate for the first name slot. It was the name of the main character in the TV show Gilligan's Island.

Thorfin is a strong masculine name with deep Norse roots, derived from the powerful god Thor and 'finnr' meaning 'finder' or 'wanderer.' Historically, it was borne by notable Viking leaders including Thorfinn Karlsefni, who led expeditions to North America. The variant Thorfinn is slightly more common, with Thorfin offering a more streamlined version. The name evokes images of Viking strength, exploration, and Norse mythology, appealing to parents drawn to names with historical depth and powerful associations. Though rare in modern usage, Thorfin has maintained a consistent presence in Scandinavian countries and regions with Norse heritage. Its distinctive sound and spelling make it memorable, while its historical connections provide substance and character, making it an uncommon yet meaningful choice for parents seeking a name with ancient strength.

Better yet, find a name with the same meaning: Belle, Cosima, Indira, Uilani, Zeynep.