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A unisex name in Nigeria, but one that will read as feminine in the US.

A unisex name used among the Urhobo people of Southern Nigeria.

An unusual but beautifully simple name, possibly a variation on Aelwen, that belongs to a river in north-east Wales. It may appeal if you like similar names like Arwen …

This unusual English botanical name belongs to a minty-smelling, flowering herb (also called bishopwort), which has been used since medieval times to treat various ailments. In the language of …

An uncommon English surname which could make for a handsome spin on Emery.

A unisex Chinese name with a range of meanings, depending on the characters used. As a Chinese female name, "orchid" and "elegant" are two main meanings. In Vietnamese, it means …

A unisex Chinese name with a range of meanings, depending on the characters used. As a Chinese male name, "mountain mist" is one of the main reasons. In Vietnamese, it …

A unisex Chinese name with a multitude of different meanings, depending on the characters used.

A unisex Chinese name with a multitude of different meanings, depending on the characters used. In Vietnamese, it is a feminine name meaning "pink, rosy".

An unusual Welsh name with a cute meaning.

The unusual Q initial gives this name an air of mystery.

An unusual combination name which feels fresher than most, thanks to the up-and-coming vintage star Clara.

This undiscovered Mongolian name has a tailored charm.

An unusual nickname for unusual names — Mazikeen, a name invented by Neil Gaiman for his Sandman comics, and Mazarine, a French color name.

An unusual Arabic name with a joyful meaning.

An unusual Arabic name with a joyful meaning.

An unusual Arabic name, borne by the British poet and author Imtiaz Dharker.

An unusual Arabic name, borne by the (female) British poet and author Imtiaz Dharker.

This unusual boys' name ending in O survives thanks to the missionary priest who founded the first of the California missions. With Juniper becoming a more popular name, especially for …

It’s unlikely Madden will be the next Madison, but we do love hearing this famous football surname on baby girls. Madden is on the rise now, having been given …

You’re unlikely to hear Howardena on a baby girl today, but art lovers may recognize it as the name of Howardena Pindell, an American painter and mixed media artist.

Goodbye Uncle Vanya and hello...It Girl baby name? It's true — style icon Chloë Sevigny chose the name Vanja for her son, born in 2020. The name honors Vanja …

A unique option if you like the nickname Mei.

An under-the-radar Hebrew name, mostly used in Israel. In the Old Testament, Eran was one of Ephraim's grandchildren.

An uncommon Hebrew name that can still sometimes be heard in Jewish communities.

This unisex name belongs to multiple Biblical bearers of both sexes, and is also a Biblical place name. Variation Timna became familiar in Austria thanks to singer Timna Brauer.

This unisex name belongs to multiple Biblical bearers of both sexes, and it's also a Biblical place name. Timna is an alternative spelling.

This unisex Biblical name is born by multiple men and women in the Bible, and, when spelled with an "h", it's also a Biblical place name. Typically pronounced as …

This unisex name appears multiple times in the Bible on both male and female figures, though when spelled as Timnah, it is also a Biblical place name. Traditionally pronounced teem …

A unique Spanish nature name rarely heard. Caldera can be used for both boys and girls.

An unusual way to get to the nickname Addie.

This unisex Japanese name has dozens of possible meanings, depending on the kanji characters used.

This unisex Japanese name has dozens of possible meanings, depending on the kanji characters used.

An unusual word name that nevertheless feels right on trend, with that two-syllable, n-ending shape and sharp middle X. Associated with a 70s rock band, a number of …

This unusual name from Greek mythology is gaining traction along with others in its class, such as Atlas, Artemis, and Apollo. The King of Mycenae (to where he'd been …

An unconventional Spanish and Portuguese smoosh name made up of feminine Maria and masculine Jose. Maria ultimately derives from the Hebrew name Maryam/Mariam. The original meaning of Maryam is …

A unisex Hebrew name which also happens to belong to one of the Elven races in Tolkien's legendarium.

A unisex name with a lovely serene meaning in the Ambaric language of Ethiopia.

A unisex name with a lovely serene meaning in the Ambaric language of Ethiopia.

This unusual surname name has been made famous by Pretty Little Liars actress Troian Bellisario, and probably derives from a Slavic name meaning "triad; trinity". A notable male bearer …

This unusual surname name has been made famous by Pretty Little Liars actress Troian Bellisario. Troian is a family name on her father's maternal side, possibly meaning "of Troy …

A unique girls' name, perhaps best known as that of actress Octavia Spencer's mother.

A unisex name in China, but better suited for girls in the US due to the similarities to sound-alike Faye.

A unisex French diminutive of Louis or Louise, which has been on the rise for both sexes in France in recent years. A famous female bearer is 17th century French …

A unisex French diminutive of Louis or Louise, which has been on the rise for both sexes in France in recent years. A famous male bearer is French cyclist and …

An unusual member of the "Lily" family of names, this one gives you the option for sweet vintage nickname Winnie, too. It's very unusual even in its native country …

An unusual name which feels familiar, thanks to its similarity to other names containing the Hebrew element el "God", like Daniel and Gabriel. It was originally a masculine name, but …

An unusual Hebrew name which feels familiar, thanks to its similarity to Katherine and related names. It was originally a masculine name, but is now used for both sexes.

A unisex Arabic name that belonged to the author of the 11th century Persian epic poem, the Shahnameh, Firdaus comes from the Arabic word firdaws meaning "paradise, heavenly, garden". Predominantly …

An unusual and melodious New Testament name