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Wild Word Names Parents are Actually Using

Updated September 2026

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Perfect
English word name
"without fault"
A surefire way to give your child a perfectionism complex.
Trump
American, German
"drum"
Presidential names from Kennedy and Lincoln to Reagan and Carter have long appeared on birth certificates, but now, unfortunately, Trump has joined the ranks, having made its debut in the US stats in…
Knourish
English
"nourish"
A very modern choice with a spiritual undertone, Knourish is associated with giving someone things they need to safely survive, from food and water to company and encouragement. While Nourish itself…
Holder
Word name, surname name
"person who holds something"
Holder, part occupational name and part Holden, is a rare word name. It brings to mind holding onto someone or something, which itself suggests a love for or connection to whatever is being held on…
Mauve
French
"violet-colored"
Mauve is an offbeat color name whose soft and sentimental Victorian spirit is conveyed by the name. One of the newer color names like Blue, Gray and Plum that are increasingly being used as novel…
Corduroy
Word name
"thick, ribbed cotton material"
A sturdy fabric name with the familiar sounds of Roy, Corey, Corbin, and Cody, Corduroy debuted in the US stats in 2025 when it was given to five boys. Sometimes (though likely falsely) said to…
Cascade
English word name
"waterfall"
A rare nature name, conjuring up imagery of flowing waterfalls and rushing water, Cascade debuted in the the US stats in 2025, when it was given to five boys. Unusual as it may be, it shares sounds…
Stunner
Word name
"beautiful, good looking; shockingly good; weapon"
Used to describe an amazingly beautiful person and a surprisingly good day or event, Stunner also also in the scifi series, Dune as a type of weapon. Similar in vibe to Gunner or Cannon, it was given…
Grizz
Word name
"grizzly bear; grisly, fearsome; grey-tipped"
Best reserved for pets, mascots, bear,s or a nickname, Grizz nevertheless made its US debut in 2024 when it was given to six boys. Likely borrowed from the name of a North American bear species, the…
Satchel
American nickname
First Woody Allen, then Spike Lee named their children to honor the great early black pitcher, Leroy "Satchel" Paige. A bit luggage-related for non-celebrity use, however.
Mosaic
Word name
"a pattern of small pieces of coloured stones, glass, or ceramic"
A rarely used and distinctive word name with artistic flair, Mosaic has joins other creative choices, like Painter, Poem, Poet, Boheme, Story, Carver, and Monet. Appearing for the first time in the…
Access
Word name
A word name that sounds a bit like Atticus, Axel, or Atlas, Access was given to 7 babies in a recent year. It has the religious connotation of being able to access faith and of having opportunity to…
Banjo
Word name
"string instrument"
When Australian actress Rachel Griffiths chose this highly unusual name for her son, many assumed it was a bizarre invention, but noted Australian poet and writer of Waltzing Matilda , Banjo…
Eternal
English word
"everlasting, infinite"
Given to six boys in a recent year, Eternal is a spiritual choice, often associated with an everlasting spirit (such as God) or an infinite time (such as the afterlife), though it equally connects to…
Trophy
English word name
"decorative object awarded for a victory or success"
The name Trophy might inspire a drive for success, or a competitive spirit in a child — and perhaps this is what the parents of the 6 boys named Trophy last year were hoping for. But Trophy also has…
Jinx
English word name
"spell, curse, bringer of bad luck"
A popular choice for black cats, Jinx has become a quietly used option for baby boys in the US. Previously, it had been largely given to girls, likely because it appeared in the James Bond movie Die…
Eagle
Nature name
"eagle, a bird"
Solemn but soaring name with patriotic symbolism.
Pressure
Word name
"persuasion, imitation; force produced when pressing on something"
Pressure conjures images of pressing down on something, a time of great stress, trying to convince someone to do something, and of something buckling under the weight of something else. Not positive…
Thrasher
Word name
"someone who beats, whips, and hits; the winner of a competition"
Is Thrasher a totally violent choice, or a cool, edgy, and triumphant name, shared with a skateboarding magazine? It's up to you, though it does sound fairly harsh in our opinion. Nevertheless, five…
Ripper
Word name
"tool used to break something; murderer, mutilator; an excellent time"
Ripper can be used to describe having a mighty good time or something of particularly good quality, however the infamous Jack the Ripper connection does rather overpower that. While Ripper did make…