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  1. Quint

    • Origin:

      English from Quintus; diminutive of Quinton

    • Description:

      Clint with a glint; used for flinty characters in old TV westerns and soap operas.
  2. Bale

    • Description:

      Bale is a masculine name with multiple potential origins. It may derive from Old English where it referred to a rounded bundle or package, or from Welsh origins where it relates to a hillside or incline. The name has gained some recognition through association with notable figures like actor Christian Bale. Its simple, strong structure with one syllable gives it a bold, straightforward quality. In some Nordic traditions, similar names have connections to bravery or strength. While never extremely common as a first name, Bale has seen occasional usage across English-speaking countries. The name's brevity and strong consonant sounds contribute to its masculine feel, making it attractive to parents seeking something short, distinctive, and impactful.
  3. Cord

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Cordell

    • Meaning:

      "maker or seller of rope or cord"

    • Description:

      This is the kind of strong one-syllable boy's name many parents are seeking these days. The more musical Chord was introduced by hot young actor Chord Overstreet.
  4. Early

    • Origin:

      Word name

    • Description:

      Early is a word-turned-name, pleasantly suggesting the start of a bright new day. Of the new word and day names, Early is one of the best. Early James is the stage name of singer-songwriter Fredrick James Mullis Jr.
  5. Stratton

    • Description:

      Stratton is a masculine name of English origin that derives from an Old English place name, combining 'stræt' meaning 'Roman road' and 'tun' meaning 'settlement' or 'enclosure.' Essentially, it referred to a town located near a Roman road. As a surname first, Stratton transitioned to first-name usage following the trend of using family names as given names. It carries an air of sophistication and strength with its crisp consonants and two-syllable structure. Though uncommon as a first name, Stratton has a distinguished, upper-class British feel that appeals to parents seeking a name with historical depth. It's sometimes associated with prestigious educational institutions and conveys a sense of tradition and refinement. The name offers the friendly nickname option of 'Strat.'

  6. Kolton

    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of Colton

    • Description:

      This inventive spelling is part cowboy and part Kardashian.
  7. Chas

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Charles, French from German

    • Meaning:

      "free man"

    • Description:

      Retro nickname for Charles that has the potential for revival, a la Hal, Ike, and Gus.
  8. Brawley

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "meadow at the slope of the hill"

    • Description:

      A rowdy name nobody ever heard of, till Nick Nolte gave it to his son.
  9. Utah

    • Origin:

      American place name, Ute

    • Meaning:

      "people of the mountains"

    • Description:

      This would make a startling but likable choice; poet Dylan Thomas used it for a character in his play "Under Milk Wood."
  10. Zalman

    • Origin:

      Variation of Solomon

    • Meaning:

      "peace"

    • Description:

      More familiar now via its Salman form, thanks to author Rushdie; this is an unusual biblical alternative.
  11. Delton

    • Description:

      Delton is a masculine name with English origins, possibly derived from place names combining 'dell' (small valley) and 'ton' (town or settlement). It may also function as a variant of Dalton or represent a combination of Del (a diminutive of names like Delbert) with the common suffix -ton. While never achieving mainstream popularity, Delton has maintained a steady, if minimal, presence in naming records throughout the 20th century, particularly in the United States. The name carries a strong, distinctive sound while maintaining approachability. Delton projects reliability and steadiness, with its solid consonants giving it a masculine feel while avoiding harshness. The name offers the friendly nickname Del while standing comfortably as a full name.

  12. Cager

    • Origin:

      Short form of Micajah, Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "Who is like God?"

    • Description:

      Sounds a bit like a nickname in a Dickens novel, but this short form was used in New England a few centuries ago, back when names like Micajah were popular. Both short and long forms are now ripe for revival.
  13. Larimer

    • Origin:

      English and Scottish surname

    • Meaning:

      "maker and seller of spurs"

    • Description:

      This cowboy-ish surname has an equine connection — Larimer originally denoted someone who made and sold spur bits, along with other hardware needed for riding horses.
  14. Laird

    • Origin:

      Scottish

    • Meaning:

      "lord of the land"

    • Description:

      Laird is a Scottish title for the landed gentry – it ranks just below a Baron – with a pleasantly distinctive Scottish burr that must have appealed to Sharon Stone, who chose it for her son.
  15. Court

    • Origin:

      Word name, short form of Courtney

    • Meaning:

      "tribunal presided over by a judge, area marked out for ball games; short nose"

    • Description:

      As a word name, Court brings with it a plethora of potential meanings, from a legal gathering, to a stage for basketball or tennis, to a street. Sharp and strong, Court feels right at home with other rugged picks like Rhett and Jett. And yet, Court remains remarkably rare in the US. The alternate spelling Cort is only slightly more popular.
  16. Hawes

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "hedged area"

    • Description:

      Could be difficult to grasp: Hoss. The "Bonanza" cowboy.
  17. Wagner

    • Origin:

      German occupational name

    • Meaning:

      "wagon maker"

    • Description:

      Whether pronounced like the wag of a tail or as the correct German VAHG-ner, this might be something a devoted opera buff could consider as a middle name.
  18. Frisco

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Francisco

    • Meaning:

      "free man"

    • Description:

      Frisco is a frisky, roguish semi-place-name (San Francisco natives never call it that) that could make a lively, unusual o-ending choice.
  19. Wheeler

    • Origin:

      English occupational name

    • Meaning:

      "wheel maker"

    • Description:

      Wheeler is one of the most energetic of the newly stylish occupational names, all those 'e's giving it a friendly, freewheeling sound.
  20. Jessejames

    • Origin:

      Combination of Jesse and James, Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "God exists and supplanter"

    • Description:

      While still rare, this compound name for boys jumped nearly 3000 places in rank last year, perhaps thanks to its cowboy-core vibe and its bad boy image.