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Kerby is a masculine name with English origins, derived from place names referring to a settlement near a church (from the Old Norse 'kirkju-byr' meaning 'church village'). Originally a …

Icarus, the mythological figure famous for flying too close to the sun, has a couple of negatives: his rash reputation, and those "icky" nicknames.

An international nature name, Gelso was originally given to those who grew mulberry trees or lived near a place where they grew. More conventionally used as an Italian surname, Gelso …

Gar is a short, strong masculine name with multiple cultural origins. In Scottish Gaelic, it means 'near' or 'short,' while in Old English it referred to a 'spear.' The name …

An admirable meaning, with roots in a Germanic word meaning wisdom, but we fear it will never be detached from the hobbit hero of The Lord of the Rings.

Despite its virtuous meaning, Fergall - along with the more standard spellings Fergal, Ferghal and Fearghal - has never made it across the ocean. In the States, Fergall is a rare yet …

The Greek god of the east wind was associated with the season of autumn and dwelt near the palace of the sun-god Helios in the far east.

DeLorean is an Anglicized variation of the French surname Deslauriers, originally used for someone who lived near laurel. DeLorean is best known as the name of a 1980s sports car …

Daniah is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Arabic contexts, it means 'close' or 'near,' while it can also be interpreted as 'God is my judge' when seen …

A combination name that might be dismissed as a clown and cow name. The sounds are nevertheless pretty and the meaning is good - though spellings Claribel or Clarabel might help …

The French version of Candida, and with no unfortunate medical connection, much more wearable. It has never been recorded in the US charts, but could be a charming alternative to …

Caleb is an attractive Old Testament name that has been in the US Top 100 for nearly three decades now. Consistently popular but never too popular, Caleb feels more like …

German author Michael Ende created the name Atreyu for the protagonist of his 1979 novel The Neverending Story. In the original German translation of the book, the hero was Atréju …

Armstead is a masculine surname name with strong Anglo-Saxon roots, historically indicating someone who lived near or worked at an armory (a place where weapons and armor were stored …

A rising star in the US, Anayah entered the Top 1000 in 2025 when it rose nearly 150 places up the charts. A truly international choice with a variation of …

Now that all names Adel- are the height of fashion, Adella is an unusual name that nevertheless sounds very trendy. Adella is one of Ariel's sisters in The Little …

Our daughter is Madelynn Marie and we both loved that name right away, but we never came up with any others for either gender. I'm pregnant again and I …

New found names I am not sure if I like, Love, or dislike. Probably will never use these on children.

Bright and bubbly, smart and strong, these are names from near and far that make for great little boys through to big men.

Some very classic, some more original. Some I would consider using, some I will never use but still find pretty!

Nature names are popular for both sexes, but especially for baby girls, who nearly-exclusively claim the flower and other botanical names along with gem names and many water and …

A nouveau member of the Aidan/Braden/Jaden group. Yet another variation on a too-trendy genre -- never the most original way to go, even if there aren't yet …

A domesticated take on Wolf, if the animal name is too ferocious for your liking. Wolfie has never charted as a given name in the US, but that may soon …

Thayer sounds like a modern update '90s success-story Taylor — although it's much rarer and will likely never reach Taylor's heights. It is also reminiscent of currently trendy …

Tatum is strong, distinctive, energetic, and recommended, especially if your last name is as congenial as O'Neal. The name is now used for both genders, with the balance running …

A glowing and evocative word name that might be best saved for the middle spot, Starlight was nevertheless given to five girls in 2024.

Phineas is the English variation of Phinehas, a Hebrew name likely derived from the Egyptian name Pa-nehasi. Pa-nehasi, meaning "the Nubian" can also be translated as "the bronze …

Palmerston is a masculine name of English origin, derived from the occupational surname meaning 'one who lives near or tends palm trees' or possibly from a place name combining 'palmer …

Popular in Azerbaijan, Ni̇hat may mean "legacy", or it may mean "disposition, nature", via the Persian word nehad. An alternative form of the name, Nihad, also ranks in the Azerbaijani …

Nathanial is a masculine name representing a spelling variation of Nathaniel, which derives from the Hebrew name Netanel, meaning 'gift of God.' This particular spelling with an 'a' instead of …

Mottel, also spelled Motl or Motel, was once a common Yiddish name in Ashkenazi Jewish communities. It's never been recorded on the US charts, but the feminine variation, Mattel …

The luxury Italian outerwear brand Moncler gets its name from Monestier-de-Clermont, a French mountain village near Grenoble. Moncler debuted on the charts in 2020, when seven baby boys …

Milly and her more popular sister Millie are adorable Old Lady nickname-names springing back to life. Nearly 100 baby girls were named Milly, just Milly, last year, and Millie …

This variation of the international name Lena is currently a rising star in France where it has nearly doubled in use over the last decade. In this case, it could …

A variation of the on-trend Kaiser meaning "king" or the Arabic name Khazir meaning "green". Used nearly 40 times in the US last year, the similar Kyzer ranks higher.

A Top 200 choice in the US from the late 1880s to the early 1930s, Irma has nevertheless fallen out of favor with modern parents, and doesn't look set …

The Estonian form on Heinrich would make a one-of-a-kind choice in the US — it's never placed on the American charts.

This Old Testament name, also translated as Ido, is well-used in the modern Middle East but nearly unknown in the US. The Biblical Iddo was a minor prophet who …

Fabek is a masculine name with likely Slavic origins, particularly found in regions like Croatia, Slovenia, and nearby countries. As a personal name, it's extremely rare, more commonly encountered …

It's usually preceded by the letter 'A'--as in 'a capella'--singing without accompaniment, and probably has never been used as a girl's name, but in this anything …

Beall is a masculine name of Scottish origin, derived from a surname that originally denoted someone living near a prominent hill or was related to the Gaelic term 'beul' meaning …

Arette is a feminine name with French origins, possibly derived from a picturesque village in southwestern France near the Pyrenees mountains. The name carries a delicate, artistic quality with its …

Ahinoa is a feminine name of Basque origin, likely derived from the name of a sanctuary in Navarre, Spain called 'Aginaga' or 'Ainhoa.' The name gained recognition outside the Basque …

Vivian is a little black dress kind of name: sleek and sophisticated, effortlessly elegant and never out of style. Here are some alternatives!

These are old fashioned and classical names that I like. Old names I never knew I would like such as Donna, Beverly, Marshall, or Roger.

All kinds of botanical and floral names, some common, some unusual, some you've never heard before.

Wall is an uncommon masculine name derived from the Old English 'weall,' originally referring to someone who lived near a wall or worked as a wall builder. As a surname …

An old English surname denoting either a servant of one of the Knights Templar, or a person living near or serving at a church.

If ever there was a one-person name, it's probably Sherlock. But Sherlock Holmes the character has arguably never been hotter: he's been played by Robert Downey Jr …

The exact origins of Seavey are clouded — it may be a habitational surname used for people who lived near the River Severn in England or it could have derived from …