Newest Names on Nameberry
Updated Mon Dec 29 2025
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Introducing the newest names added to Nameberry's ever-growing database.
We are constantly discovering new names from cultures across the world. Our newest names for girls include Lushanya, Ruusu, Valmai, and Eilika. Newest boy names include Alojzy, Khayri, Veijo, and Lanyon.
Other attractive new additions to our database include Eala, Connla, Hallum, Jespie, and Tevel.
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Check out this list of the newest names on Nameberry, and you too might discover one you haven't heard of before. They are ordered here by their current popularity on Nameberry.
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- Kitsu
Origin:
JapaneseMeaning:
"orange, tangerine; good luck"Description:
Sweet and colorful, Kitsu is Japanese name with a sleek and stylish sound. Meaning "good luck" or "tangerine, manadarin, orange tree" depending on which kanji are used, the name may also bring to mind Kitsune, a fox spirit from Japanese folklore with powers to shapeshift and bewitch.
- Walery
Origin:
Polish form of Valerius, Roman, LatinMeaning:
"strength, health"Description:
A strong choice, associated with good health, Walery is a relation of the Russian Valeriy and a cognate of the regal Valentine. Notable bearers include the Polish photographer Stanisław Julian Ignacy Ostroróg (who went by Walery), ice hockey player, Walery Kosyl, and politician and former Prime Minister of Poland, Walery Sławek.
- Hallum
Origin:
Alternative spelling of Hallam, EnglishMeaning:
"at the rocks, at the nook"Description:
A way to Hal and an alternative to Callum, with English surname refers to somewhere rocky. Also spelled as Hallam (the form used by the poet Lord Tennyson for his son, in honor of his friend, Arthur Hallam), this variation was chosen in 2025 by influencers Josie and Kelton Balka for their son's middle name, chosen in honor of Kelton's grandfather.
- Rattler
Origin:
Word nameMeaning:
"rattlesnake; rickety, rattling"Description:
Rattler joins the likes of Wrangler, Thrasher, Stunner, and Gunner as a boy name with a macho, rough-round-the-edges feel and a touch of violence. Associated with rattlesnakes, ricket cars, passenger trains, a Marvel supervillain, a rollercoaster in Texas, a number of sports teams, and a type of pistol, it was chosen by at least one set of parents on social media in 2025.
- Baxsan
Origin:
SomaliMeaning:
"escape"Description:
Derived from the Somali baxsasho meaning "escape, elude", this name was notably borne by singer and stage actress Seynab Haji Ali Siigaale, a one of Somali's most popular performers in the 20th century. She was given the name by fellow popular singer, Guduudo Carwo, after she escaped to Somaliland following a failed coup against the Ethiopian emperor Haile Selassie. Known for her lyrics and poetry promoting peace and reconciliation during the Somali civil war, her name has been used (nearly exclusively) in Somalia since then.
- Jespie
Origin:
Variation of Jesper, DutchMeaning:
"bringer of treasure"Description:
A gentle nickname name with plenty of spirit, Jespie may appeal to those who enjoy Jesse, Jasper, and Joseph, but want something more unexpected. Chosen by content creator Skye Maree Knijff (also known as Skye Knifey), it may be a variation of Jasper, via the Dutch, Swedish, and Finnish forms, Jesper and Jesperi.
- Elkie
Origin:
English form of Elke, German, Dutch, YiddishMeaning:
"noble; God has purchased"Description:
Elkie is an anglicized form of Elke, a German, Dutch, and Frisian diminutive of Adelheid, likely created by adding the -ke suffix, following the style of similar choices like Tineke or Maike. In this case, it word mean "noble", though another potential source is from the Yiddish Elke, a feminine form of the Biblical Elkanah meaning "God has purchased".
- Salesia
Origin:
Portuguese, English "dweller by the willow, sallows, or salix trees"Meaning:
"dweller by the willow, sallows, or salix trees"Description:
Salesia is a feminine form of surname Sales, notably associated with the Roman Catholic saint, Francis de Sales who was commended for his deep faith and mild approach to religious divides. A rare choice, it has zippy and intriguing sounds and a nature-inspired meaning.
- Lushana
- Veijo
Origin:
Diminutive of Veli and Veikko, FinnishMeaning:
"brother"Description:
Energetic and friendly, Veijo is a Finnish name with a cool -o ending. It is a diminutive of Veikko, itself a diminutive (or colloquial) form of Veli, meaning "brother" in Finnish. Predominantly used in Finland, the name is sometimes heard in Sweden and Estonia too. Notable bearers include artist and writer Veijo Baltzar, sculptor Veijo Rönkkönen, and actor Veijo Pasanen.
- Presto
Origin:
English, Italian, CornishMeaning:
"brushwood headland; as if by magic; quick fast tempo; priest town"Description:
A playful and unexpected possibility, Presto may appeal to those who like Banjo and Lyric along with Rio, Pablo, and Arlo.
- Bluebird
Origin:
Word nameMeaning:
"songbird"Description:
Bird names like Wren, Raven, Lark, and, of course, Birdie, are in style, along with color names like Olive, Scarlett, and Violet: this wild-word-name blends the two. The name of a type of songbird and a member of the thrush family, Bluebird could make an unexpected middle name, reminiscent of Bluebell, but a touch less cutesy.
- Eala
Origin:
IrishMeaning:
"swan"Description:
Typically spelled as Éala (in which case it would be pronounced like Ella), this name comes from the Irish word for "swan". Its accented form appeared in the Irish Top 50 in a recent year, though this variation may appeal as more closely tied to the bird, or closer in sound to Alice or Alan.
- Lanyon
Origin:
English, Cornish, BrettonMeaning:
"enclosure of Lon; Parish of Huon"Description:
A surname style choice that likely originated from a place in Cornwall, the exact etymology of the name is unknown, though "enclosure of Lon" or "farmstead of Lon" have been suggested, Lon referring to a person. Alternatively, it might have been borrowed the name of a town in Brittany, Lannion, which means "Parish of Huon" (Huon being the Breton form of Hugh).
- Argyll
Origin:
Scottish place nameMeaning:
"coast of the Gaels"Description:
A Scottish place name and surname, originally called Earre Ghàidheal (or "coast of the Gaels"), owing to the fact it was one of the first places Irish settles established themselves in Scotland. Also spelled as Argyle when used as a surname, the name is pronounced with a sharp 'eye' sound and was given to three babies in Scotland in a recent year. To put that in context, as many babies were called Argyll as were called Barnaby, Oren, and Leland.
- Klailea
Origin:
Variation of Clelia or KaleaMeaning:
"famous; joy, happiness"Description:
A variation of Latin Clelia (from Cloelia) or a form of Hawaiian Kalea, possibly inspired by names like Klay, Kaleah, and Kaylee. It is notably borne by YouTuber and influencer, Klailea (Bennett) Steele.
- Cynan
Origin:
WelshMeaning:
"little wolf"Description:
A Welsh cognate (or variant) of the more familiar Conan, this form has been historically borne by a number of Welsh kings and princes and was the bardic name of the 19th-century Welsh poet, Albert Evans-Jones. Given to a small handful of boys most years in Wales, a more recent bearer is writer Cynan Jones.
- Noyabrina
Origin:
RussianMeaning:
"november"Description:
Derived from the Russian word for November (noyabr), this name was used by communist parents to celebrate the Revolution of 1917 (which took place in November, according to the Gregorian calendar). A now rare choice, one notable bearer was actress Noyabrina "Nonna" Mordyukova.
- Connla
Origin:
IrishMeaning:
"wolf warrior; dog hero"Description:
Rugged and rare, Connla derives from the Old Irish name Conlaech, meaning "dog hero" or "wolf warrior". It appears a number of times in Irish mythology and was also the name of an ancient Irish king. A distinctive choice used occasionally in Ireland, it may appeal to those who like Conrad, Conall, or Connor.
- Phee
Origin:
Short form of Phoebe, Phillipa, Daphne, or similarMeaning:
"bright pure; lover of horses; laurel"Description:
Bright and zippy, Phee is a playful nickname option with the energy of Prue, Rue, Ree, Lee, and Bee. It was used in the novel The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune as the name of a forest sprite.