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… Part bad boy, part Western, part preppy, and part nature-loving, Wilder is given to nearly 800 babies each year. Once an off-beat, rarely used choice, Wilder began to …

… a surname. Used by the Puritans in reference to the Biblical quote "Let us draw near with a true heart in full assurance of faith, having our hearts sprinkled from …

… addition of the diminutive suffix '-ey.' Originally a surname or nickname for someone who lived near a stone structure or had a particularly firm disposition, it evolved into an occasional …

… it's easy to see why. Derived from the Turkish root sol, blending with a negative suffix, it has the resiliant and slightly magical meaning of "unfading" and "unwilting". Pronounced …

… most often - the Skyler option is more (statistically) unisex. Given to boy and girls in nearly equal numbers each year, it ranks around the middle of the US Top 1000 …

… as a stage name. Derived from a French city name, it mean "little rock". Used nearly exclusively for girls, it has appeared in the US stats for boys a handful …

… may derive from the surname Ridge, which has English origins referring to someone who lived near a ridge or the crest of a hill. Alternatively, it could be a playful …

… Paisley. The name draws inspiration from the paisley pattern and the Scottish town of Paisley near Glasgow. As a given name, Payslie emerged in the early 21st century amid the …

… and Nur combines the radiant Arabic name with the Persian suffix -an to form a name that suggests the bearer is comparable to light. Nuran and Nurana are alternative forms.

… mäki' meaning 'hill,' and functions as a locational surname for someone who lived on or near a hill. In African contexts, particularly Swahili influence, Makela can mean 'quiet one' or …

… linden tree' or 'lime tree.' It began as a surname referring to someone who lived near linden trees before transitioning to occasional use as a first name. This nature-inspired …

… meaning 'the island.' It began as a surname or place name for someone who lived near or on an island before transitioning to occasional use as a given name. Lisle …

… or Laine. With roots in Old English, the original surname referred to someone who lived near a lane or path. This streamlined, one-syllable name has a contemporary, minimalist appeal …

… Old English elements meaning 'long' and 'valley' or 'hill,' suggesting someone who lived in or near such a geographical feature. The name has the quality of traditional English surnames that …

… It has multicultural roots, with connections to Arabic origins where it can mean 'close' or 'near,' suggesting someone who is approachable or dear to others. The name may also have …

… the earthy material) and 'burn' (a small stream). Originally a surname denoting someone who lived near a clay stream or worked with clay, it transitioned to use as a first …

… Bailey originated as an English occupational surname meaning 'bailiff' or referring to someone who lived near an outer wall of a castle (bailey). This contemporary spelling with '-eigh' instead of …

… tree) and 'bȳ' (settlement or farm). It originated as a surname denoting someone who lived near an ash tree or in a settlement with ash trees. As a first name …

… a handful of baby girls are named Xaviera in the US each year, compared with nearly 3500 baby boys named Xavier. Why? Xaviera Hollander, the infamous Happy Hooker who penned …

… etymology remains somewhat obscure. The name may be related to words meaning 'one who dwells near the river' or could be a modern variation of names like Tynan or Tiernán …

… which derives from the French surname 'Travers' or 'de Travers,' originally denoting someone who lived near a crossroads or bridge. The suffix '-ion' is a common naming element that adds …

… Saint Clair,' meaning 'holy light' or 'famous,' and was originally a surname for someone living near a shrine dedicated to St. Clair. The distinctive spelling with an added 'e' gives …

… Parker, surnames that originally referred to someone who worked as a gamekeeper or who lived near a park. The '-ey' suffix gives it an affectionate, nickname quality. This name may …

… been a Top 50 name in Germany since 2000. Nell, or even the phonetic spelling, Nela, would be more intuitive to English speakers, but we love this Nele all the …

… early 2000s. It appears to be a modern variation or blend of names like Mariah, Norah, or Aria, potentially influenced by biblical names ending with the '-iah' suffix, which means …

… About 7000 baby boys were named Matthew in the US, versus about 250 called Mathew.) Nearly 50 baby boys were named just Matt, though none were given this spelling as …

… Azariah and Josiah, Kasiah was a rising star of 2024, when it was given to nearly 60 boys, compared to just 20 the year prior. Kasiah could be perceived as …

… Hallows' Eve), this name might be an evocative choice for a baby born on or near October 31st. It could work well for either a boy or a girl and …

… derives from Middle High German 'büheler,' meaning 'hill dweller' or someone who lived on or near a hill. As an occupational or geographical surname, it identified families by their location …

… cultures. Popular throughout Europe, it ranks in the US Top 1000 and was chosen for nearly 470 babies in a recent year. As with many multicultural names, it has a …

… derived from aureus meaning "gold, gilded", this form is in the French Top 500, albeit near the latter end. Hugely popular in the 80s and 90s, ranking at #26 in …

… 20th century. The name likely combines the popular prefix 'Sha-' with elements resembling '-nequa' or '-neqa.' The 'Sha-' element became common in American naming practices during this period, while the …

… to someone who worked with rye (a grain farmer) or possibly a person who lived near a stream (from the Old English 'rīg' for rye and 'mann' for person). As …

… but not beaten boxer character became the overwhelming association many had with the name. Now, nearly five decades on from when the first Rocky movie was released, this tough yet …

… has occupational roots, originally referring to someone who was a park-keeper or who lived near a park (combining 'park' with 'man'). It gained some recognition through Francis Parkman, a …

… Moon anime franchise. Her name is likely a reference to both the mineral nepheline — as many Sailor Moon characters are named after minerals — and Nehalennia, a German or Celtic goddess.

… s levelled off for boys. Currently given to around 200 boys each year, it is nearly five times more popular for girls, however, it been on decline across the board …

… referred to someone who made baskets (from 'korf' meaning 'basket') or possibly someone who lived near a curved piece of land. The name has gained some recognition through basketball player …

… that the spelling variation won't be too much of a further complication. While the Biblical cognate Cain may be more classic, this removes the name from any negative associations.

… is, there were about 200 baby boys named Josias in the US last year, versus nearly 6000 named Josiah. But Josias might pick up steam as s-ending names from …

… comes from Greek mythology where Ione was associated with violets and was one of the Nereids (sea nymphs). Alternatively, it might be a creative modern variation inspired by names containing …

… is the daughter of sixties folksinger Donovan. Ione was one of the fifty sea nymphs — Nereids — in ancient Greek mythology. Parents attracted to newer I-names like Isla might want …

… popular El-prefix of Eleanor, Eloise, and Elliana, the -ora ending ef Aurora, Cora, and Nora — and while it is three syllables, it looks concise and unfussy, rather like Eliza …

… from the valley." It was originally a topographic name for someone who lived in or near a valley. The name has served as both a given name and surname throughout …

… means "blessed" in Hebrew. The name appears in the Bible, most notably as Baruch ben Neriah, the scribe and disciple of the prophet Jeremiah. This variation with double 'r' is …

… of names like Ana, Ava, and the popular -eah ending seen in names such as Nevaeh. The name has a melodic, flowing quality with its alternating vowels and soft consonants …

… in the woods" combined with "meadow" or "lea." Originally a surname denoting someone who lived near a field or clearing, it has transitioned to occasional use as a first name …

… to it in recent years. Currently given to around 90 babies each year, Xion is nearly four times as popular as it was a decade ago. The name has two …

… English 'wudu' meaning 'forest' or 'wood,' it emerged as a surname for people who lived near or worked in wooded areas before transitioning to occasional use as a first name …

… word 'wadan' meaning 'to go' or 'to proceed.' Historically, it referred to someone who lived near a ford or river crossing. This alternative spelling adds a distinctive touch to the …