Uncommon Boy Names

It originated as a nickname for Lodewijk, but now Lowie is more popular as-is, even ranking in the Top 100 in Belgium.

Lowie

Lauge is unheard of in most English-speaking countries, but is in the Top 50 in many Nordic countries. Despite is lovely meaning, Lauge's pronunciation and spelling issues are unlikely to make it popular outside of Scandinavia.

Lauge

In Scandinavia and the Netherlands, a popular mini-name, used in its own right and as a short form of Joakim.

Jooa

 in the US that are widely used in their native lands. Does that mean they're ripe for import? Perhaps.

All of the names on this list rank below the US Top 500. Those 

include Idris, Alessio, Monty, and Archie. All of these names could be considered 

, but those that feel especially ripe for American discovery include Viggo, Maxence, Florian, and Cormac.

will set your son apart from the crowd. The

 international boy names uncommon in the US 

but popular in their cultures of origin include the following.

Uncommon boy names in the US, rare, unique international  names for baby boys ncluding Alessio, Monty, Viggo, and Cormac, with meanings, origins, and popularity (Page 9)