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… Copperfield. Some people also find this name just too close to the word urine. These negative connotations may be wearing off, however. (Perhaps because people don't read as much …

… derived from the Old Norse 'hryggr' meaning 'ridge' or 'spine,' often indicating someone who lived near a ridge or elevated land formation. As a given name, Rigg is exceptionally rare …

… word for "park" or "enclosed space," possibly originating as a surname for someone who lived near or worked in a park before transitioning to first-name usage. Alternatively, it could …

… Old English 'parroc,' meaning 'enclosed space,' it began as a surname for someone who lived near or worked in a park, particularly hunting grounds. As a first name, Parke emerged …

… French surname 'Mallory,' which comes from the Old French 'maloret' meaning 'unfortunate' or 'unlucky,' its negative origins have been largely forgotten in its modern usage. The name gained recognition through …

… Now a staple All-American choice, Mackenzie has ranked in the US Top 1000 for nearly 50 years. Mackenzie originates from the Scottish surname which itself an anglicized form of …

… of TV personality Brooke Burke and rap singer Lil' Mo, who also has a daughter named God'iss Love. Some parents have taken to using Nevaeh instead—Heaven spelled backwards.

… has English origins, derived from a surname that originally denoted someone who lived on or near a hay hill (from Old English 'hēg' meaning 'hay' and 'dūn' meaning 'hill'). This …

… derives from the Gaelic 'druim' meaning 'ridge' or 'backbone,' often referring to someone who lived near a prominent ridge. As a first name, Drumm is exceptionally rare, representing the modern …

… hero' or 'spear.' It may also derive from geographical origins, referring to someone who lived near a marsh or bog (from Old English 'curr,' meaning swamp). As a first name …

… Gaelic name 'MacCarson,' meaning 'son of Carr.' The name Carr itself has roots meaning 'dweller near a marsh' or 'rocky area.' The double 'r' spelling gives Carrson a distinctive contemporary …

… have roots in Middle English, possibly relating to a bailiff ('baili') or someone who lived near a bailiff's residence. The 'less' suffix could indicate 'son of' or 'descendant of …

… who won the prestigious Turner Prize in 1991. It's also the name of (among others) a Nepali-Russian chess prodigy and a character on HBO anthology series Room 104.

… popularity of Zelda—it reentered the US Top 1000 at Number 647 in 2015 after nearly fifty years off the list—Zerilda could gain some fringe attention. But don't …

… derived from the Old English "tynan" meaning "to enclose," originally referring to someone who lived near an enclosure. Alternatively, it could be a modern created name combining elements like "Ten …

… Hawthorne, and Elwood. Derived from the Old English Semebre, it refers to someone who lived near a sandy stream, giving it a nature connection too. It has seen very occasional …

… originally derived from a topographical surname referring to someone who lived in a clearing or near a reed-filled area. The name carries natural associations with reeds growing near water …

… rise for girls but still popular for boys. A recent year saw it used for nearly 2690 girls along with 615 boys in the US, meaning its split 80:20 …

… combining the French "pomme" (apple) and "roi" (king). The surname likely indicated someone who lived near an apple orchard or was known for growing exceptional apples. As a first name …

… from the Olde English (from the French) plume. Or it could indicate someone who lived near a plum tree. The plum association is delicious; the plumber association, not so much …

… meaning 'birth' or 'birthday,' it traditionally connected to Christmas, referring to those born on or near this celebration. The addition of the French '-ène' suffix creates a more ornate, melodic …

… replacement for Stacy and Tracy, Macy was most popular in the early 2000s when it nearly made the US Top 100. Derived from an English surname, itself borrowed from several …

… where it's currently in the Top 10 — and has been in the Top 500 nearly every year since the French name records began in 1900. Also a favorite in …

… Testament, Jezebel was a Phoenician princess who married King Ahab of Israel and was portrayed negatively for promoting the worship of Baal. The name has carried controversial connotations throughout history …

… share. Former Old Lady name Hazel reentered the popularity lists in 1998 and now is near the top of the charts. Hazel is a name that comes from the English …

… letter pattern to the likes of Elora, Elara, and Elodie; it has a hint of Nevaeh about it, given that it is "alone" spelled backwards; it's familiar but not …

… Ella, Ellie, Elle and so on, as well as L-starting names such as Lillia. Nearly 100 baby girls were named Ellia last year, but we're afraid that the …

… it has extremely rare usage, likely because in modern English the word 'effete' typically carries negative connotations of decadence, over-refinement, or weakness. The name's etymology traces back to …

… surname-turned-first-name has medieval roots and was often associated with families who lived near raven-inhabited areas or who had raven-like characteristics such as dark hair. Corbet …

… the Old English word "clif" meaning "cliff" or "slope," initially referring to someone who lived near a cliff or hillside. The original spelling Clive gained prominence in the English-speaking …

… and 'bourne' meaning 'stream' or 'boundary.' This surname-turned-first-name suggests someone who lived near a clay stream or boundary. Exceptionally rare as a given name, Claibourn offers distinction …

… broad clearing' or 'wide meadow,' it originated as an English surname denoting someone who lived near such a geographical feature. This alternate spelling with the double 'e' ending gives the …

… its similarity to Anna makes it sound more feminine to Western ears. Quite popular in the US, where it was given to nearly 150 baby girls in one recent year.

… elements 'hwit' (white) and 'aecer' (field), it was traditionally a toponymic surname for someone living near a wheat field. Following the trend of surnames becoming given names, Whitaker has gained …

… then, this name has been on the decline, dropping to Number 988 in 2016, a nearly 200 spot drop from the prior year. As a variant of Sheila, its popularity …

… to be a variation of Shaquille, which rose to prominence through basketball star Shaquille O'Neal. The name has African-American cultural associations and possibly derives from Arabic origins, with …

… with the likes of Samuel, Saint, and Sage. Used to describe a plant that grows near the sea, Samphire is grounded by popular nicknames Sam and Sammy, though Ira, Sai …

… German surname, it derives from 'Reis' meaning 'branch' or 'twig,' possibly indicating someone who lived near a brushwood thicket. In Welsh contexts, it relates to Rhys, meaning 'enthusiasm' or 'ardor …

… origins related to the elements for "light" or "fire of God." Similar to names like Neriah or Uriah, it carries biblical resonance though it isn't prominently featured in sacred …

… absolutely rocketed up the charts. Leaping straight to #319, it was chosen for 958 girls — nearly five times more than the year prior. An English surname meaning "son of Matthew …

… combined with 'dun' meaning 'hill.' It originated as a topographical surname for someone who lived near a hill covered with linden trees before transitioning to use as a given name …

… creative variation of Chelsea or a combination of Chess and names ending with the popular '-nea' sound. The name may appeal to parents interested in chess or looking for a …

… to just 12 girls in a recent year, Cameron was chosen for 600, Camryn for nearly 700, and Kamryn for over 500. This may in part be because Camren could …

… style on your son's name. Boy names with four syllables include a few choices near the top of the popularity lists in the US and around the world, most …

These are names that I think are usable for me to use for my future children. Keep in mind that I am a teenager and am not planning on having …

These are names that I think are usable for me to use for my future children. Keep in mind that I am a teenager and am not planning on having …

Don't ask.. x) Taking care of a robotic baby for 24 hours as a project for a psych class, and figured this would be the ultimate excuse the indulge …

Zorah, the Old Testament home of Samson, is both soft and substantial, and also has musical heritage, having appeared on a character in the Gilbert and Sullivan opera, Ruddigore (1887 …

A modern name in Norway, where it first made the Top 100 in 2013. Viljar combines the Old Norse elements for the words "will, intent" and "warrior", creating this new …

Shaneka appears to be a modern feminine name that emerged in the United States during the latter half of the 20th century. It follows a naming pattern using the popular …