Designer Baby Names
- Hardy
Origin:
GermanMeaning:
"bold, brave"Description:
Hardy is a spirited and durable un-Germanic German surname that is starting to be used in this country.
- Marni
Description:
Marni is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. Some consider it a diminutive of Marina or Marna, derived from Latin meaning "of the sea," while others trace it to Hebrew origins as a variant of Marnie, meaning "rejoice" or to Scandinavian roots where it relates to the word for "marine." With its crisp sound and modern feel, Marni gained moderate recognition in the 1960s and experienced small peaks of usage in the 1970s and early 2000s. The fashion house Marni, founded in 1994, has given the name additional stylish associations. Marni appeals to parents seeking a short, distinctive name that sounds contemporary while avoiding trendiness. Its simple elegance and international usability make it a subtly sophisticated choice.
- Timberland
Origin:
English "land where trees grow"Meaning:
"land where trees grow"Description:
This footwear brand name feels useable for a boy — maybe to honor a Tim or a Kimberly.
- Jac
Origin:
Spelling variation of JackMeaning:
"God is gracious"Description:
Jac is one of the new "creative" variations of Jack, a name on the rise in its own right and not just as a short form of John. But why, when Jack is so simple and so familiar, make it Jac and invite people to guess whether it's pronounced like Jake, or maybe like the French Jacques.
- Sisley
Origin:
EnglishMeaning:
"blind"Description:
Sisley may look like a modern coinage, building on the fashionable -ley ending, but it's actually a medieval English variant of Cicely or Cecily, which in turn is a variation of Cecilia. Also found as an English surname, from the same root.
- Cartier
Origin:
French variation of Carter, EnglishMeaning:
"transporter of goods by cart"Description:
Luxury baby name associated with Jacques Cartier's eponymous jewelry company.
- Kartier
Origin:
Variation of Cartier, FrenchMeaning:
"transporter of good by cart"Description:
Kartier is on the rise for boys, along with a host of other luxury fashion related baby names.
- Isaia
Description:
Isaia is a masculine name with ancient biblical roots, representing a variant of Isaiah. Derived from the Hebrew 'Yesha'yahu' meaning 'God is salvation', it refers to the important prophet from the Old Testament. This particular spelling, Isaia, is common in Italian, Romanian, and some Eastern European languages. The name carries spiritual significance across multiple cultures and religions, particularly in Christianity, Judaism, and Islam. While less common than Isaiah in English-speaking countries, Isaia has maintained consistent usage in Southern and Eastern Europe. The name combines religious heritage with a melodic quality, featuring flowing vowel sounds. Its international character makes it recognizable across different cultures while maintaining its distinctive spelling.
- Khy
Origin:
Variation of Kai, HawaiianMeaning:
"sea"Description:
The name of Kylie Jenner's new fashion brand, Khy, could be the next hit spelling variation of Kai. The multicultural mini name has spawned many alternatives, including Kye, Ky, and Khai — introduced by Gigi Hadid.
- Marchesa
Origin:
Italian hereditary title of nobilityDescription:
Marchesa, pronounced with a K sound rather than a CH, fits right in with all those boys named Messiah and King. In Italy, a marchesa is the wife of a marchese. In France, the equivalent titles are marquis and marquise, and in England, marquess and marchioness. The title is most familiar today thanks to Georgina Chapman and Karen Craig's fashion house, Marchesa.
