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Names I like...but probably will never use. Up and coming names and almost old fashioned names.

Y-ending color adjectives like Tawny and Rusty are nowhere near as stylish as the more sophisticated Lilacs and Violets.

At one time, the surname Poole denoted someone who lived near a pool. Not in the chlorinated sense — pool was another word for pond.

For those looking for a name that connects to their Nepali heritage, Omya is a name that translates well.

Modesty is a virtue name dating to Roman times, but never widely used, except for hot 1960s movie spoof heroine, Modesty Blaise, based on a comic strip.

Minda is a simle, even familiar-sounding name that is nevertheless completely unknown. It might be a contraction of Melinda but it is a genuine Indian name with an appealing …

Lorca is a Spanish place name from the province of Navarre, but more famous as the last name of the eminent Spanish poet and playwright Federico Garcia Lorca, who was …

Linked to one of the great screen beauties, but has never appealed much to Americans.

Erinna was an ancient poetess from the island of Telos near Rhodes. Only fragments of her poems remain, which were reproduced in Bergk's Poetae Lyrici Graeci (published in 1900 …

Clive started life as a surname for someone who lived near a cliff, making it a secret outdoorsy name. Its use as a first name began in honor of Robert …

Could be a possible and more modern, namesake for Uncle Neal.

Maria is the kind of classic name that never goes out of style. Currently the highest ranking of the Mary names, Maria makes the top 50 of countries including Germany …

This is a list of girl names I've never considered before, due to the Celtic theme we had going on, but I may want to for break the mold …

A new entry for 2025, Zovalee is likely a spin on Novalie, with a touch of Zoe thrown in. While its invented status means there is no precise meaning, it …

Zanzibar is an island region off the coast of Tanzania. It's never been recorded as a baby name, but for those with a connection to Zanzibar, it's an …

Tessin is a German surname drawn from several places in or near the Mecklenburg region of northeastern Germany. Rare as a first name, it can work for boys or girls.

Could be seen as a stand-in for Riley, but not nearly as appealing.

Very appropriate for a new baby, fresh to the world. If Nova is too subtle, you might consider New—especially as a middle name.

This would be tough enough for a boy to handle, but near impossible for a girl.

An ancient Roman name with a heavy metal vibe, Metella has never featured on the US charts. But there's nothing wrong with it — it could be an interesting alternative …

Also spelt Loomis, this locational English surname comes from Lomax (Lumhalghs), near Bury in Lancashire. Beyoncé's maternal grandfather, Lumis Albert Beyincé, is a notable bearer of the name.

As Doris is to Dora, Loris is to Laura. It's virtually never used for babies of either sex. That said, it's not a bad name and might make …

Gerard, Gerry, and Jerry may be so far out they may never come back in the U.S., but Jerry-equivalent Jurre is a Top 100 name in The Netherlands.

A life-affirming sweet name is seen in both India and Nepal. The name is also sometimes spelled Jiah, as in the case of Jiah Khan - an Indian-American model …

Best reserved for pets, mascots, bear,s or a nickname, Grizz nevertheless made its US debut in 2024 when it was given to six boys. Likely borrowed from the name …

Frisco is a frisky, roguish semi-place-name (San Francisco natives never call it that) that could make a lively, unusual o-ending choice. Frisco is the kind of nickname …

This unusual name belonging to three generations of Deltha Lee O'Neals, the third being a football cornerback for the New England Patriots, could equally--or better--be used for …

A Serbian form of Andrew. Typically a feminine name in the nearby Slovenia and Croatia, but masculine in Serbia, similar to the Italian Andrea.

A rare variation on the classic Ana, this name is used nearly exclusively in its native Brazil. While it may be viewed as simply an elaborative form, it could also …

One of the new literalist religious names, like Blessing, Heavenly and Neveah. More male than female, but essentially unisex.

Adelina is back in the Top 1000 after an absence of nearly a century, thanks to the meteoric rise of her sister name Adeline -- along with Adelaide, Adele, and Ada …

Either names I'd use, or names that I would never use but still think are cute.

An attractive one-of-a-kind option for a girl — Zinara has never been given to more than four American baby girls in a single year.

Yazzi is a feminine name with Native American origins, particularly associated with Navajo heritage. The name is thought to be derived from the Navajo word meaning "little one" or may …

Like Ulysses, Ulixes is a Latin variation of Odysseus. This spelling has never appeared on the US popularity charts, perhaps in part due to Ulysses's presidential ties.

Tivoli is a feminine name inspired by the Italian town of Tivoli near Rome, famous for its beautiful gardens and the Villa d'Este with its remarkable fountains. The name …

Thessaly is the name of an area of Greece, known for being near Mount Olympus. This variation lends itself to the nickname Sally. You may also wish to consider the …

The Teifi is a river in south-west Wales, entering the sea near the town of Cardigan (whose Welsh name is Aberteifi). It is occasionally used for boys and girls …

A popular Indian girl name — and cousin to another popular Indian name, Neha.

Better suited to a stuffy school than a little boy, but it nevertheless has a preppy air that may appeal to some.

A mythological name, Parthenope is a rare and distinctive choice that may nevertheless appeal to those looking for little known alternatives to Penelope or Persephone. While some sources suggest the …

Pam was a somewhat pampered prom queen of the sixties who was never called by her full name, which is a pity because Pamela is so mellifluous and rich in …

The name of a male lunar deity in Maori mythology, Marama is nevertheless now used as a female name in New Zealand – no doubt because its warm sound lends itself …

This name received modest usage throughout the twentieth century, though it was never given to more than a handful of girls in any given year. Its etymology most likely involves …

Whether you spell it Lisette or Lizette, a somewhat dated diminutive that nevertheless retains some charm.

While there were no baby boys named Kayle last year, there were nearly 50 named Kale. The Kayle spelling is borne by several notable male athletes.

Wildly popular in the 1960s and '70s, Julie is no longer anywhere near as stylish as the name's longer forms. Try Juliet, Juliana, or even the more grownup Julia …

The name of an herbaceous plant in the daisy family. Burdock has never been recorded as a name in the US, but it may provide some woodsy steampunk flair. In …

This version of the name with only one n does not have nearly the popularity of its sister. Unless you have a particular aversion to the fourteenth letter of the …

Grace is one of the most timeless girl names, never falling below the Top 400. Classic and feminine with a lovely meaning to match, there is a lot to love …