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The two X's may be a challenge for even the most intrepid baby namer. Xerxes was the name of two early kings of Persia and the Handel opera Serse …

Rhythmic and sensual -- maybe too sensual, in terms of playground teasing. Sax Rohmer was the nom de plume of the prolific English novelist who created Dr.Fu Manchu.

Star Wars fans may know the lore behind the origin of the word and the concept Jedi well enough to confidently choose their name for their child. It has to …

These days, some may think of Hermes as an upscale brand name like Chanel and Porsche (spelled as Hermès), or a strange choice thanks to the parcel delivery company. However …

Iconoclasts though we may be, we like Fred, we like Frank, and we like George, which was among the Top 10 from 1830 to 1950, when the number of little …

This snappy nickname may remind some of the 1985 Chevy Chase movie of the same name. Writer and actress Jill Kargman has a son called Fletch.

Ezequiel or Ezekiel may be a Hebrew name, but it's well-used among Spanish speakers. Quiel is a short form favored in Spanish countries.

This surname name may offer a pronunciation challenge, to those unfamiliar with Michael Crichton novels, but its fresher than Hunter or Cooper.

This original spelling may present its challenges outside of Ireland, but it certainly has a more poetic look to it. Those daunted by the pronunciation obstacles may wish to consider …

Mythic lumberjack Paul may inspire some namesakes despite relation to similarly pronounced foot problem.

Writer Bill Bryson may have played some role in popularizing this surname-name, which might be considered a latter-day Brian (or Bryan). We prefer Bryson.

English speaking countries may only associate this with the fifth-century Hun, but the name is still well-used in contemporary Hungary, Azerbaijan, and Turkey. Usually said to derive from …

Strange as it may now seem, the venerable St. Arnold was a Greek by birth, a musician who became a member of the court of Charlemagne. The name is …

Roberta and Robert may be so far out they're...still out, but Robby might make one of the trendy new boyish nicknames for girls a la Scottie and Charlie …

Roberta and Robert may be so far out they're... still out, but Robbi might make one of the trendy new boyish nicknames for girls a la Leni and Scottie …

Roberta and Robert may be so far out they're...still out, but Robbie might make one of the trendy new boyish nicknames for girls a la Scottie and Charlie …

The popularity of Maya clarifies the pronunciation of Raya, which makes that the better spelling of this name.

The Shakespearean Portia may be a real name, but Porsche is now and forever a car, not a little girl.

Ada, yes. Ida, maybe. But Oda, a Scandinavian version of Odelia, not really. To English speakers, it sounds too much like "odor".

This Myrtle variation may not be the most melodious choice but it does have that appealing nature meaning.

The Maisie spelling may be more widely used, but Maisy is perfectly proper and also makes the British Top 100. And as Maisy, she feels like a closer relative to …

Musical choice that may be a short form of Jasmine or Jazlyn, or might stand on its own like this or as Jaz, the spelling used by tennis duo Steffi …

While English speakers may consider this a bold word choice or a short form of Lionel, it is additionally a Hebrew name, combining the elements li and on meaning "my …

The Gwendoline form may introduce pronunciation confusion -- does that last syllable rhyme with wine or win or when? We vote Gwendolen as not only the most proper but the clearest …

Cooler than April, May, or June, but also a tad icy. December gets its name from the number ten as the old Roman calendar only had ten months, and as …

While English speakers may will recognize Orla as an Irish girl name with a golden meaning, it is also used as Danish masculine name, and as a unisex choice in …

While this name may look unusual to those unfamiliar with it, Miglė is a Lithuanian nature name, derived from the word migla meaning "mist, haze, fog". Occasionally appearing as Migle …

This Arabic name may literally mean cream, but has the idiomatic meaning of prime, supreme, or elite — as the best part of milk rises to the top.

This Greek name may have several meanings. Referenced in the bible, Hermas was the name of one of the 70 Disciples. The Shepherd of Hermas was an early Christian literary …

It may be difficult for people on the brink of parenthood to admit this, but it's cool to be bad. It was cool when you were younger . . . and it …

Capricorn names may be inspired by Capricorn’s status as an earth sign of the zodiac and so might include names that mean earth, such as Adam and Mira. Along …

Popular nicknames may be used on their own on the birth certificate or might be short forms for proper names ranging from the common to the unusual. The nicknames here …

Dachshund names may fit their goofy and loveable personality — maybe even with a wiener dog-inspired pun — or may tap into the breed's German heritage. The most popular names …

Maybe you can't be too rich or too thin, but if you're a baby name, it just may be possible to be too cool. A too-cool baby …

Labs may be the friendliest dogs, and so dog names that mean loyal friend — such as Buddy and Alvie — make ideal names for Labrador Retrievers. Names that mean love might …

Sagittarius names may be inspired by a wide range of amazing symbols and signs. In astrology, Sagittarius is the sign of the archer, making names like Apollo and Arrow ideal …

These names may be short, but they're full of life and adventure. Perfect for a lively little girl or boy.

2021 may have been the second worst year in recent memory, but its baby names herald a brighter future. With babymoons and extravagant gender reveals off the table, parents are …

Familiar in Brazil, Osmar may be one of two things: a compound name, taking elements from several popular names, or, a contemporary form of an Old English name. As a …

Virgil for a girl? Maybe, somewhere, someday....

As popular as James may be getting as a girls' middle name, we don't see John finding the same favor. There were five baby girls named John last year …

While the name for May is used as a feminine name in many languages, the Slovene word, Maj, is considered a masculine name. Both Maj and the Mai variation are …

Itzae is an ancient Mayan name showing signs of revival in our modern world.

Not long ago, Peppa may have been at risk for confusion with the name Pepper. But thanks to the British children's TV series Peppa Pig, Peppa is now a …

Ballet dancer Misty Copeland may draw more parents to consider her surname for a baby girl — which at last count was 29% female.

Variation of Johan that may simplify pronunciation for English speakers.

Attractive Japanese name that may garner more attention due to the character Tadashi Hamada from Big Hero 6.

On one hand, this may be a twist on the unisex Emery, to make it more obviously feminine - and to make it stand out from Emery, Emory, and Emerie, which …

Zaya, which rhymes with Maya, came to attention as the name of basketball great Dwyane Wade's older daughter, the stepdaughter of actress Gabrielle Union. It's one of those …

This ancient Scottish surname may be pagan in origin, referring to a "holy day", but today it makes an attractive and unique Scottish name for girls. Halliday has many spelling …