Dog Names That Mean Strong, Brave, or Powerful

Now that Courtney is becoming more unisex for babies, surname Fortney also seems like a viable name for a boy. It fits the trend for names with an -ey ending like Huxley and Finley, with an added dash of fortitude.

Donnelly is among the more appealing Irish surname names, less well used than Donovan. Related options include the place name Donegal and the mythological god name Donegan.

A common Turkish word name for boys signaling valiance and bravery.

The Albanian form of Aaron has a stylish look and sound, sharing that Au- beginning with stylish choices like August and Auden.

Kaimana is one of

Zuberi has separate origins as a Swahili given name meaning "strong," and an Arabic surname — primarily among Sunni Muslims in Pakistan — meaning "superior."

Gertie has a certain homespun charm, summoning to mind butter-yellow braids and denim overalls, summoning mind the adorable character played by little Drew Barrymore in E.T. Is the world ready for the return of Gertie and Gertrude? Maybe?

Bheem, the name of the second of the five sons of Pandu in the Hindu epic the Mahabharata, was renowned as a strong warrior. Bheem is the name of one of the two heroes of the Bollywood film RRR.

Furman is a surname-y spin on the Basque saint's name Fermin, the patron saint of Pamplona, where Hemingway famously ran with the bulls.

The Mennonites took their name from Menno Simons, a Dutch leader of the Anabaptists. His name, which is a nickname of Meine, is still used today in the American Mennonite community.

Flimsier than Drew spelling.

Harv and Marv are out, and this difficult Dutch choice doesn't fare any better.

While still very rare, the name Valiant was given to six baby boys in the US last year. And it's an inspiring choice.

A common nickname for Antero, the Finnish variation of Andrew.

Leads to sweeter short forms Pirjo and Pirkko.

András is the form of Andrew used in Hungary, where it is a Top 50 boy name.

Classic Scandinavian form of Bridget. Saint Birgitta of Sweden is the patron saint of Europe.

Uncommon choice too reminiscent of "bidet". Try Bridie instead.

Uzziah was an Old Testament king of Judah, among other personages. The initial U is a bit funky for modern tastes; we don't see this one enjoying a revival ala Isaiah and Noah anytime soon.