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Severe surname choice.

See SELENA.

See SELENA.

Commonly seen in the Czech Republic, not so much in the US.

See SELENA.

We've seen Ray regain his cool, but could this country/cowboy name epitomized by Roy Rogers (born Leonard Slye), Acuff, and Clark, do the same? Roy came into use …

Typically seen as a pet form of names with the -rell or -rella suffix, such as Estrella and Mirella. One famous bearer is Rell Sunn, an international surfing champion and …

Now seen as the chap in the smoking jacket in a 1930s drawing-room comedy, Reginald has actually been on the US popularity list every year since 1880. A name …

Often seen as a part of Arabic place names, such as Rawda Island in Cairo and Al-Rawda Square in Damascus.

A serene name with a lively sound, Raminta comes from the Lithuanian word ramus, meaning "calm". With nicknames like the cool Rami and retro Mindy, this is an especially sweet …

Appearing several times in Greek mythology, Pallas is an epithet of Athena, the goddess or wisdom, and, depending on which version of the legends you follow, is also borne by …

For several years this name ranked high with African-American parents, but it's definitely started to slide.

Typically seen as a diminutive or nickname of the Czech Magdaléna.

We've seen babies with Texas city names like Austin, Houston and Dallas--, why not the unexplored Laredo, which has a lot of cowboy charisma? Laredo might make for a …

Predominantly seen as a surname among Ashkenazi Jewish families, but sometimes given as a first name too, Kleid was originally an occupational name for a tailor, derived from the Old …

Usually seen in the Appalachian Mountain region.

A serene, calming choice of Arabic origin. The streamlined spelling Irha is popular in England and Wales.

A serene name of Arabic origin that was a fast rising choice in the UK in 2022.

Typically seen as a Japanese surname, but used for a female antagonist in the anime series My Hero Academia.

We've seen Haven take off as a nouveau girls' name; Harbour could follow in its wake. Harbor is the more commonly used spelling in the US, while Harbour is …

We've seen Haven take off as a nouveau girls' name; Harbor could follow in its wake.

While several meanings are possible depending on the characters used, prosperity and peace are certainly lovely meanings for a name to have.

Also seen as a surname.

Once seen as a dated French Claudette-Colbert feminization, along with Annette and Paulette, we can see Claudette moving into a more plausible Colette-Cosette arena. While some may be …

Also seen as Alyenor and Eleonore, this is an old French name dating back to the Arthurian romances and still heard today.

Zariyah has several possible origins: the Arabic Zahrah which means "flower" or Zariya "scattering wind"; the Hebrew name Azariah, meaning "God has helped"; or the Russian word Zaria which means …

Zariya has several possible origins: the Arabic Zahrah which means "flower" or Zariya "scattering wind"; the Hebrew name Azariah, meaning "God has helped"; or the Russian word Zaria which means …

One of several more venerable names that get to the nickname Zack if you're tired of Zachary. In the New Testament, Zacharias was the husband of Elizabeth and father …

Featured in several anime series, including Black Clover and To Love-Ru.

One of several psuedo-Hawaiian names in the US charts, Xylani blends on trend Xyla which the rhythmic Lani to form a name that's equal parts spiky and soft …

Walter was seen as a noble name in the Sir Walter Raleigh and Sir Walter Scott era, but it then spent decades in baby name limbo. Now quite a few …

One of several three-letter U-a names -- Uda, Ula, Uma, Una -- take your pick.

Topper is seen as both a surname — referring to one who either takes the top off or puts it on, like a barber, thatcher, or a roofer — and a nickname …

Titus, once seen as a slightly forbidding Roman, New Testament, and Shakespearean name, was brought back to contemporary life in the USA by the TV series Titus 2000, increasing in …

One of several variations of Tiana, a name that rose up the charts in the 70s after actress Tiana Alexandra entered the spotlight, though it may now be linked to …

Sunshine was seen as a quintessential hippie name of the 70s, reaching as high as Number 536 in 1975. Now such names are making a bit of a retro comeback …

Sounds like Serena, but refers to the mythological sirens -- half woman, half bird -- who virtually sang men to death. Not a great role model for your little girl.

A name seen in the Punjab regions of India, and well used in the Indian diaspora, with a fabulous sound and meaning. Canadian author Rupinder Gill and Indian singer Rupinder …

Could be seen as extravagantly ecstatic for a baby name, though feel free to rhapsodize about your little girl, whatever her name.

Most frequently seen as a surname of those with Italian or Spanish heritage. The Italian variation is a habitational surname denoting ancestors from the town of Revello, while the Catalan …

One of several creations with the anda ending, this one drawing on the Muslim favorite Rashad.

One of several similar names with a pleasant, intriguing sound.

Queen has seen a revival in recent times, reaching its record high in 2018 with 280 births — it has remained steady since then. Previously, Queen saw a peak in the …

More frequently seen with the Kadeem spelling, as in actor Kadeem Hardison.

One of several Arabic names that can be spelled with a Q or a K, rarely heard outside the Muslim community.

Pitambar — also seen as Pitambara — is an epithet of the Hindu God Vishnu. In Hinduism, yellow is the color of Lord Vishnu and symbolizes knowledge. Pitambar, from the Sanskrit pīt …

Most commonly seen as a surname in Finland, where it means "deer." Maybe for a Christmas baby.

There are several Percivals scattered through the Harry Potter series, which might help transform the old-fangled, fussy image it has accrued. Actually, the original Percival was the one perfectly …

Sources give several possible derivations for Paul, but the most likely is a variation of the ancient name Paul. Jane Pauley is a TV host and author.

One of several variations of the modern invention, possibly inspired by the Arabic animal name. 19 boys were given this form in a recent year.