Invented Boy Names

Attempts to update traditional Josiah have landed this name in the Top 1000. It falls in line with trendy spellings of names that opt for an additional x, y, or z whenever possible.

One of the most popular of the creative spellings of this name.

Daxtyn is a modern masculine name that exemplifies contemporary American naming trends. Likely created as a variant of Daxton (itself a blend of Dax and the popular -ton/-son suffix), Daxtyn follows the pattern of replacing traditional vowels and endings with 'y' and 'yn.' The name has a strong, edgy sound that appeals to parents seeking something distinctive yet on-trend. Though still relatively uncommon, Daxtyn has gained some popularity in the 2010s alongside similar-sounding modern creations. The name offers the friendly nickname Dax while providing a more elaborate formal option.

Like its cousin Braden, Braydon has been falling in popularity in recent years, perhaps signaling a weakening of the 'aden'-name epidemic. There are thousands of young Bradens and Braydons out there, including the son of Melissa Joan Hart.

A hybrid of trendy syllables, but less evocative than the original Taylor.

A variation on the popular Biblical name Genesis, Jenese is also reminiscent of Jesse or Jensen. Predominantly used on girls, it is occasionally given to boys too.

Kasyn is a modern masculine name that has emerged in recent decades as part of the trend toward unique spellings and contemporary-sounding names. It likely developed as a variant of Casey or possibly as an alternative spelling of Cason. The name has a strong, succinct sound with its crisp consonants and straightforward pronunciation. While its specific etymological origins are not firmly established, it shares qualities with both Celtic names (like Casey, meaning 'vigilant' or 'alert') and surnames-turned-first-names. Kasyn remains relatively uncommon, appealing to parents seeking a distinctive yet accessible modern name for their sons.

Devonte is a modern American name with African-American origins, created as a variant of Devon or DeVon. The distinctive ending gives it a more melodic quality while maintaining its strong masculine sound. The name gained popularity in the 1990s and early 2000s, particularly within African-American communities. While not among the top-ranked names nationally, Devonte has maintained a steady presence in naming patterns. It carries connotations of uniqueness and individuality, often associated with creativity and personal expression. Some notable namesakes include athletes and musicians who have helped familiarize the name in popular culture.

A seldom used name invented by J.R.R. Tolkien for Lord of the Rings, this boys' name makes good use of the 'Gal' prefix and 'Dor' suffix to craft an appealing and unique alternative to Theodore.

Caison is a modern masculine name that has gained modest popularity in the United States since the early 2000s. It appears to be a contemporary variation of names like Carson, Mason, or Kayson, following the popular trend of surnames and two-syllable names ending in '-son' or '-sen.' The name has a strong, current sound while maintaining a certain softness through its initial 'C'. While the exact origins are unclear, Caison may have emerged as a creative spelling of 'Cayson' or as a unique variant of the surname 'Caison,' which has Scottish and English roots. The name appeals to parents seeking something modern and distinctive that still sounds familiar enough to be easily pronounced and remembered. Its relative newness means the name carries little historical or cultural baggage, allowing children to define their own associations with it.

Jacob meets Jakob meets Kobe -- and apparently, parents in 2013 are fans. It rose 153 spots to break into the Top 1000, making it one of the year's fastest-rising names.

The invented name Xael debuted on the charts for boys in 2010. It is primarily used among Spanish-speaking families.

A modern mashup of the popular Ky/Kai sound and the trendy -land ending. More than 60 boys were named Kyland in 2022.

Leonato is one of the main characters in Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing, the noble governor of Messina on whose property most of the play takes place. His daughter Hero and his niece Beatrice are the two main female romantic leads in the play. His character is ambiguous; he starts out friendly and amiable, but he reacts very harshly to rumors that his daughter has lost her "honor" before marriage.

Definite twenty-first- century possibilities, with its stylish K opening, strong first syllable, and softer second.

Elaboration of Dion publicized by the football and baseball star Deion Sanders -- aka Neon Deion.

Could be an interesting alternative to London, now that that one is firmly on the girl's side.

Londo Mollari is a character from the TV show Babylon 5.

The popularity of legendary names, such as Legend, Legendary, and Legacy, has led to the creation of new names in this genre — meet Alegend (and ALegend and A'Legend). Phrases as names are slowly filtering into the mainstream, with choices like AKing, MyLove, and AMillion garnering more and more use each year.

The origins of Lucentio are a bit hazy — it's possible Shakespeare invented the name for his play The Taming of the Shrew, where Lucentio ends up marrying Bianca. However, it may have been an obscure Italian variation of Lucentius, existing before Shakespeare's time.

The name of an absinthe-imitation, Herbsaint is a liqueur created and produced in New Orleans since the 1930s. It literally translates to "sacred herb," in reference to absinthe woodworm, the one absinthe ingredient it doesn't contain.