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  1. Yago

    • Description:

      Yago is a masculine name with Spanish and Portuguese origins, functioning as a variant of James (Santiago in Spanish). Derived ultimately from the Hebrew name Ya'akov (Jacob), meaning 'supplanter,' it has biblical connections to both the apostle James and the Old Testament patriarch Jacob. The name carries a distinctive sound with its smooth flow and strong ending. Particularly popular in Galicia, Spain, and in Portuguese-speaking countries, Yago offers cultural richness while remaining relatively uncommon in English-speaking regions. This gives it cross-cultural appeal with a touch of exoticism for international parents. The name's brevity and clear pronunciation make it accessible despite its relative rarity. Yago projects a vibrant, distinctive quality while connecting its bearer to ancient traditions and religious heritage.

  2. Blanco

    • Origin:

      Spanish

    • Meaning:

      "fair, white"

    • Description:

      Unlike the feminine Blanca, this name for some reason seems to put more emphasis on the "blank" aspect.
  3. Chilo

    • Description:

      Chilo is a masculine name with Latin and Greek roots, where 'chilo' means 'lip' or relates to having full lips. In ancient Greece, 'Chilon' was a renowned Spartan philosopher, one of the Seven Wise Men. The name remains relatively uncommon in modern usage, maintaining a sense of classical distinction. In some Hispanic communities, it may appear as a diminutive form of names like Francisco or variations of other traditional names. Chilo carries an air of scholarly wisdom and classical heritage, making it an interesting choice for parents seeking a name with historical depth yet relative uniqueness.
  4. Izya

    • Origin:

      Russian diminutive of Isaak and Isidor

    • Meaning:

      "laughter; gift of Isis"

    • Description:

      Izya is a unisex Russian nickname, used for Isaak and Isidore for boys, and for Isabel and Isidora for girls. Unlike other Russian nicknames (Sasha, Anya, Sonya), this has not caught on internationally yet.
  5. Fantasia

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "imagination"

    • Description:

      One of the more prominent by-products of reality TV, via Disney.
  6. Tanjiro

    • Origin:

      Japanese

    • Meaning:

      "coal + calm son; highly valued second son"

    • Description:

      Protagonist of the manga and anime series Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba. The kanji used to spell his name give it the meaning of "coal + calm son," which describe his former profession as a coal worker.
  7. Afternoon

    • Origin:

      English, “afternoon”

    • Description:

      An early day name worthy of consideration today for someone seeking a truly unusual name.
  8. Braelynn

    • Origin:

      Invented name

    • Description:

      Like its single "n" sister name (Braelyn), Braelynn is currently enjoying its highest level of popularity. Unlike Braylin and Braylyn, the ‘ae’ of Braelynn gives the name a Scottish look, making it seem slightly less creative and more sturdy
  9. Paccia

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "peace"

    • Description:

      Many parents these days are responding to names meaning peace, and this is one of the more unusual ones (more often heard as a surname). Pronounced PACH-ee-a, it relates to such other peaceful names as PAZ, PAX, and PAXICO
  10. Diellza

    • Origin:

      Albanian

    • Meaning:

      "sun"

    • Description:

      The feminine form of the masculine name Diell, meaning "sun" in Albanian – making this a rare and striking celestial choice.
  11. Knightley

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "servant clearing"

    • Description:

      A courtly surname and place name that feels like it could be a successor to Kingsley. It has a British feel thanks to its most famous wearers: actress Keira Knightley, and Mr (George) Knightley, the love interest of Jane Austen's novel Emma.
  12. Tomoya

    • Origin:

      Japanese

    • Meaning:

      "friend"
  13. Valiant

    • Origin:

      English word name from Latin

    • Meaning:

      "brave"

    • Description:

      Valiant is an inspirational word name that can work for a child of any gender, though the six babies given this name last year were all boys.
  14. Jalmari

    • Origin:

      Finnish form of Old Norse Hjalmar

    • Meaning:

      "helmet protector"

    • Description:

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

    • Origin:

      Geographical name

    • Description:

      With geographical features like Savannah and Sierra and increasingly getting the baby-name treatment, could icy Tundra also see some use? It's only appeared six times on the Social Security rankings, all in the 1960s and 70s.
  16. Naoko

    • Origin:

      Japanese

    • Meaning:

      "obedient child"

    • Description:

      Naoko is a common Japanese name with an admirable meaning, which, depending on how it's written, can translate to obedient, straight, honest, or green child. Naoko can also be spelled Nahoko.
  17. Duvall

    • Origin:

      French

    • Meaning:

      "of the valley"

    • Description:

      Old-timey surname that's been very rarely used.
  18. Galena

    • Origin:

      feminine of Galen

    • Meaning:

      "calm"

    • Description:

      Galena is the feminine of the Galen, which means calm. Galena is also a mineral-related name, a type of lead.
  19. Lovejoy

    • Origin:

      English surname

    • Meaning:

      "love joy"

    • Description:

      Lovejoy's use as a surname follows that as a nickname. In Medieval times, when many people shared names, nicknames were relied upon to distinguish individuals. Many of these nicknames later became surnames. Lovejoy, from the Middle English love(n) and joie, referred to someone who was affectionate and joyful — although the Oxford Dictionary of American Family Names notes that Lovejoy may have been bestowed ironically, at times.
  20. Alamo

    • Origin:

      Place-name, Spanish

    • Meaning:

      "poplar tree"

    • Description:

      The unique O-ending makes this name memorable, especially for someone with ties to Texas.