Middle Names with Meaning

A beyond-bold shooting-star name choice, sure to raise some relatives' eyebrows.

A forward-looking word name.

If you like such uplifting New Age word names as Peace and Justice, the evocative and pretty Imagine should definitely be on your short list.

Even if you're hoping for a fiery child, this seems like playing with fire. One celebrity--Steve Vai--was bold enough to use it for his son.

A name with vision.

The mythical daughter of Eros and Psyche becomes a modern-sounding word name. Danger: could be seen as X-rated.

Alternative to Princess or Queenie.

Eighties star Judge Reinhold (born Edward Jr. , he was given this nickname at the age of two weeks) made this possible, but it could cause a lot of confusion.

A very distinctive musical choice, but be aware that many people will think you've named your child Oprah.

New is a middle name name with meaning: Your baby, after all, is new to the world and you may hope will continue to approach life and experience as if everything is new and exciting.

Finding a really distinctive name is a better way to stamp your daughter as a true individual.

A musical name without much rhythm or harmony.

Eternal--or eternally pretentious?

Better than Synergy.

With the first name True receiving a Kardashian dose of popularity for girls, Truth is gaining in visibility too. Though its still more popular for boys two to one, the truth is that the name works equally well for both genders -- but may inspire a lot of puns.

This one's cutting right to the chase, but with such names as Justice and Peace on the rise, why not? And we guarantee your seven-year-old son will love it, though your 17-year-old, maybe not so much. Could be used as a middle name, as Talisa Soto and Benjamin Bratt did.

Royal names are on the rise. Along with names such as King, Prince, and Royal, why not Palace? Why not indeed.

A bit too self-congratulatory and, understandably, exceedingly rare. Still, if you're looking for a modern virtue name for your daughter, this may be one of the best qualities to exemplify.

Many parents are seeking a strong name--well there's no denying that Strong fits that bill.