English Word Names
- Dynamo
Origin:
English word nameMeaning:
"an extremely energetic person"Description:
Dynamo is not a baby name....yet. But with word names on the rise, especially those with strong and uplifting meanings, Dynamo has serious possibilities. The o ending makes it on trend. And it makes a great gender-neutral middle name.
- Stargazer
Origin:
EnglishMeaning:
"astronomer, astrologer, watcher of the stars"Description:
A wild word name with a poetic and fantastical feel, Stargazer fits in with celeb-style choices such as Whimsy, Poetry, Romance, and Locket. While it might not be practical as a first name, it could work as a bold honor middle name for a someone who is into astronomy or astrology.
- Anchor
Origin:
Word nameMeaning:
"heavy object used to moor a ship; provide with a solid foundation"Description:
A plausible and solid sounding word name that is reminiscent of Annika and Bianca, Anchor is both grounding and bold as a name. Plus, familiar nickname Annie is there as an option.
- Romance
Origin:
English word nameMeaning:
"romance; love story; a medieval story of chivalry"Description:
Romance may initially strike you as too ardent and whimsical of a name for a baby, but given that the likes of Love and Dream have been a fast-rising name in recent years — not to mention soundalike Romy — Romance is well-suited to our current naming climate.
- Rookie
Origin:
Word nameMeaning:
"newcomer, beginner, new recruit, learner"Description:
Comparatively modest in an age of Saints, Messiahs, and Chosens, Rookie has a sporty, energetic feel about it. Associated with being new to something, particularly in relation to the army, police, or a sports team, the word came into common usage in the late 19th century, perhaps inspired by the phrase "new recruit."