Derived from Yngvi, an alternative name for the Norse god Freyr.

As well as meaning victory, the name Katsu is strongly associated with heroism and masculinity.

Pleasant surname connected to humorist James Thurber, with a sound as happy as a baby's gurgle.

Not a viable option if your baby is going to speak English.

A strong name with a strong meaning, like its cousin Zafir.

Strong African name with a meaning to match.

German might seem like an unlikely occupant of the Top 1000 list, unless you realize that it's a Spanish name, with the accent on the second syllable. It's been on the U.S. list since 1973.

Irish surname names are hugely popular for girls in the US these days, with Riley and Kennedy ranking high on the official popularity lists. Connery is uncommon, but certainly attractive and usable.

In literature identified with The Sorrows of Young Werther -- not much to wish on a child.

Variant of Alafair

Hearty name derived from the Albanian word rronj, meaning "to survive".

Lova, a Louise relative virtually unknown in the US, is one of the top girl names in Sweden.

Zafreen variant used by Stephenie Meyer in the Twilight saga.

Variant of Alafair

Captivating Arabic choice, sometimes transcribed as Fa'izah.

Aryan and Arian are common names in Iran but in the US and much of the English-speaking world, the term Aryan has strong connections with white supremacy. It's a name best avoided.