Unique Celebrity Baby Names
- Soltan
Origin:
Surname NameMeaning:
"sultan"Description:
A surname name that will oft be confused for Sultan. Jermaine Jackson Ii And Asa Soltan Rahmati named their son Soltan in 2017.
- Jonelle
Description:
Jonelle is a feminine name that emerged as a blend of John (Hebrew for 'God is gracious') and the feminine suffix -elle, creating a distinctive female variant of this traditionally male name. It gained modest popularity in the United States during the 1950s through 1970s, reflecting the trend of creating feminine versions of masculine names during that era. Jonelle has a melodic quality with its soft ending while maintaining a certain strength from its root name. Though never extremely common, it appeals to parents seeking a name that balances familiarity with uniqueness. The name has occasionally appeared in popular culture, helping maintain its recognition without becoming overused.
- Liko'ula
Origin:
HawaiianMeaning:
"leaf bud, newly opened leaf + red"Description:
A lively but melodic name of Hawaiian origin, Liko'ula was recently chosen by former MMA fighter and actress Ronda Rousey and her husband Travis Browne. The name possibly combines liko meaning "bud or newly opened leaf" with 'ula meaning "red".
- Debeshi
Origin:
Bengali variation of Devesh, Indian, SanskritMeaning:
"god of devas; god of the deities"Description:
Debeshi is a variation of the Indian name Devesh, ultimately derived from Sanskrit and used as an epithet of Krishna and Shiva. The name was chosen by The Great British Bake Off star, Rahul Mandal and his wife Shreya, for their daughter born in 2024. Deveshi is an alternative spelling.
- Embry
Origin:
English surnameMeaning:
"flat-topped hill"Description:
Though Embry became famous as the name of a boy werewolf in Twilight, we think its Em- beginning and -y ending make it perfectly appropriate for a girl. You might consider it as an alternative to Emma, Emily, or Aubrey. Embry or Embury is an established English surname.
- Bianka
Description:
Bianka is a feminine name representing an Eastern European spelling variation of Bianca. The name ultimately derives from the Italian word 'bianca' meaning 'white' or 'pure.' This spelling with 'k' instead of 'c' is particularly common in Hungarian, Polish, Slovak, and some other Slavic languages. Bianka carries the same associations of purity, innocence, and brightness as Bianca while offering a distinctive spelling that reflects Eastern European naming traditions. The name has moderate popularity in countries like Hungary and Poland but remains less common in Western countries. Bianka offers a slightly exotic alternative to the more familiar Bianca while maintaining the same elegant, feminine quality. Notable bearers include Hungarian handball player Bianka Pap and Polish actress Bianka Cwiklinska.
- Mosley
Origin:
English place name and surnameMeaning:
"peat bog, mouse clearing"Description:
Mosley, former best known as the surname of author Walter, has been put in play as a first name for girls by football great Peyton Manning, who used the name for his twin daughter, sister of Marshall. Alternate spellings are Moseley and Mosely and the first syllable rhymes with Rose.
- Pemma
Origin:
TibetanMeaning:
"lotus flower"Description:
Variation of Pema.
- Ivey
Origin:
Surname name, variation of IvyMeaning:
"son of Ive; person from Ivoy; ivy plant"Description:
Ivey can be considered an alternate spelling of the botanical name Ivy, but it also has separate origins as a surname. For the Anglo-Saxon Ivey line, Ivey means "son of Ive," while for the English-Norman Iveys, it means "person from Ivoy," a commune in the Cher department of France.
- Ensley
Origin:
English surname, variation of AinsleyMeaning:
"one's own meadow"Description:
A unisex surname now seeing some use for girls, as it fits right in with such trendy crossover girls' names as Everly. Ellery and Emery, and others with the popular ly/leigh/lea ending
- Malibu
Origin:
Ventureño Chumash, Native AmericanMeaning:
"the surf sounds loudly"Description:
Malibu, the name of a California beach city, evokes sunshine, surfing, and glamour. With its fashionable "oo" sound — as seen in names like Luna and Ruby — Malibu is an unexplored place name worth considering.
- Domenica
Origin:
Italian feminine form of DominicMeaning:
"belonging to the Lord"Description:
Much fresher and more energetic than Dominique.
- Java
Origin:
Anglicization of Indonesian Jawa; place nameDescription:
A name with something for everyone: for romantics, it's a beautiful Indonesian island; for teckies, it's a computer programming language.
- Heiress
Origin:
Word NameMeaning:
"a woman who will inherit property, a position, or a legacy"Description:
In this era of Royalty, Reign, and Chosen, Heiress isn't as shocking as it once might has been. A direct and declarative choice for those who want their daughter to carry on their legacy, Heiress feels similar in style to Empress and Princess.
- Batel
Origin:
HebrewMeaning:
"daughter of God"Description:
It looks like a creative respelling of battle, but this name is anything but. Instead, Batel is a Hebrew name with a lovely meaning.
- Rumble
Origin:
English word nameMeaning:
"deep, resonant sound"Description:
Model Lucky Blue Smith welcomed daughter Rumble Honey in 2020, introducing a new name to the pool and putting it among the craziest celebrity baby names of the year. We don't see Rumble inspiring many copycats.
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