A unisex Igbo name with a glorious meaning, perfect for a long-awaited baby.

With its slightly cocky feel, this well-used surname is not often heard as a first.

Could be a sister to Trinity, Genesis, or Heaven.

A common name for orange-colored cats. Fun fact: the word pumpkin is derived from the Greek pepōn, translating to "large melon."

Shaquille O'Neal came almost as close as he could to a Junior when he selected this name for his son.

The Akan people of Ghana and the Ivory Coast frequently name their children after the day of the week they were born and the order in which they were born. Most Ghanaians have a name using this system (think Kofi Annan, whose name means born on a Friday).

Also spelt Sebele, this soft-sounding name means "harvest" in the Amharic language of Ethiopia.

A cool Igbo name with a wonderful meaning.

Alair is a lighter, more unusual form of Hilary.

Aki is a simple international name from two wildly divergent cultures.

An admirable quality to impart; Pleasant was used by Charles Dickens in Our Mutual Friend and in modern times is known via American Girl dolls creator Pleasant Rowland.

Full-hearted new virtue choice, though five syllables is a lot to handle.

Variant of Seble

Thomasine is the feminine form of Thomas, a name of Aramaic origin meaning "twin." This elegant variation emerged during medieval times when feminizing male names by adding suffixes like "-ine" or "-ina" was common practice. While never achieving widespread popularity, Thomasine saw occasional use in England from the Middle Ages through the 19th century. The name carries a distinctive vintage charm with its classical derivation and melodious three-syllable structure. Thomasine offers a more elaborate alternative to the simpler Thomasa or Tomasa variants. Today, it remains quite rare, appealing to parents drawn to historical names with feminine elegance. The name combines traditional roots with an uncommon status, making it both familiar and distinctive.

A traditional day name used by Akan speakers in Ghana.