The unusual baby names for boys on this list are the ones we believe have the most potential. These rare boy names have genuine roots, are attractive, and work in the modern world. It might surprise you that parents aren’t using names such as Stellan and Cashel in droves, yet they rank well outside of the Top 1000.
 
Along with Stellan and Cashel, other unusual boy names worth considering include Barnaby, Cassian, Fielding, Grover, Hart, Lorcan, Orson, and Ward. Many names that are popular internationally are unusual in the US, such as Hamish, Laszlo, Linus, and Stanislav.
 
These names may be unusual in popularity, but they don’t skimp on style. If you're looking for boy names that are so unique that your son is sure to be the only one with his name in his classroom — or maybe even his state! — check out the selections here.

Unusual Boy Names

A strong, meaningful name, associated with a famous Cherokee linguistic scholar; also suggests the magnificent California sequoia redwood trees. 

Sequoyah

Branch is an attractive name with associations both with trees and with branching out into brave new worlds.  Baseball's Branch (born Wesley, with Branch as his middle name) Rickey broke the color barrier by hiring Jackie Robinson for the Dodgers.
Like Leaf, Branch makes a nice, not-so-obvious, addition to the tree category.

Branch

A long-haired classical conductor name, which could appeal to parents looking for a Laszlo-like appellation. This is an old and common name with many spelling variations. Stanislaw Lem was a noted Polish science fiction writer and philosopher, Stanislav Ianevski is the Bulgarian actor who played Viktor Krum in Harry Potter.

Stanislav

Ahuli's pleasant beat makes it a striking option for a son.

Ahuli

Name bestowed on Choctaw men after a hunting achievement.

Abit

Cherokee name that honors the eagle, a sacred symbol in Native American culture.

Wohali

Perky Cherokee boy name with a great meaning. Foxes symbolize cleverness and playfulness in Cherokee culture.

Enoli

Nicandro might be of interest as a blend of two Anglo favorites -- Nicholas and Andrew. 

Nicandro

Opera star Domingo was responsible for giving this popular Latin name its green card.  It was commonly used by early Christians to convey their serenity in the faith, and it was borne by several minor saints.
