Gio is a cute, more androgynous variation of Gia that could work well as a nickname for names such as Giovanna, Giordana, or Giorgia. It was chosen by Adam Levine and Behati Prinsloo for their daughter in 2018.

Frank is cool again. Frankie is cute. But frankly, Frankito is a couple of diminutives too many.

Creative spelling of Cadence notably used by T-Pain for his son in 2009.

This name of a renowned Apache leader and mystic would be a difficult choice, since it was used as a rallying cry in so many old westerns and by paratroopers jumping out of their planes in World War II.

Tenzan is a variation of Tenzin, a name with special significance for Buddhists, being the first name of the Dalai Lama.

God'iss Love is the full name of the daughter of R & B singer Lil' Mo, who decided to move beyond Trinity and Genesis and turn her child's name into a statement. Her sister is called Heaven.

Londyn is now a more popular name than the original London for girls. Some parents feel that varying the spelling nudges the name away from over-identification with the British capitol. Substituting a y for another vowel is also seen by some as more feminine. For boys, London is five times as popular as Londyn -- though both variations are far more popular for girls.

We had Egypt listed as a girls-only place-name until singer Alicia Keys and rap producer husband Swizz Beatz used it for their son...and why not? Egypt certainly works as well for a boy as for a girl, similar in sound as it is to Elijah.

Rapper M.I.A. announced this as her newborn son's name, which may or may not be a joke.

The middle name of rapper Meek Mill, born Robert Rihmeek Williams. Also the name he gave to his second-born son.

Najee is a masculine name with likely Arabic origins, possibly derived from 'naji' (نَاجِي) meaning 'safe,' 'rescued,' or 'survivor.' The name gained usage in the United States particularly from the 1970s onward. Its popularity may have been influenced by notable bearers, including jazz saxophonist Najee (born Jerome Najee Rasheed) who rose to prominence in the 1980s. The name has a melodic two-syllable structure with a distinctive ending sound. While not among the most common names, it has maintained steady usage, particularly in communities with connections to Islamic naming traditions. The name's concise form and meaningful potential etymology contribute to its appeal as a choice that bridges traditional Arabic naming conventions with contemporary American naming patterns.

Epik is a new word name used by Princess Love and Ray J for their baby boy. Fifteen baby boys were named Epic, the usual spelling of the word, last year, so maybe Epik is to Epic as Erik is to Eric. While Epic in the classic sense refers to a long narrative poem, today it's more likely a slang word used in place of grand or amazing.

Funky, boyish, old-style combo name chosen for their daughter by hip couple Donna D'Ericco and Nikki Sixx.

In this era of Royalty, Reign, and Chosen, Heiress isn't as shocking as it once might has been. A direct and declarative choice for those who want their daughter to carry on their legacy, Heiress feels similar in style to Empress and Princess.

Notably used by rapper M.I.A. for her son in 2009.

Though rapper Chingy's (real name: Howard) Alzea is a boy, this name seems more appropriate for girls.