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Properly written with accents: Réaltín. This increasingly popular Irish name is derived from réalta, meaning "star". Réiltín is a variant spelling.

Raik is a masculine name with Germanic origins. It's a variant of the name 'Raiko' or 'Reiko,' which derives from ancient Germanic elements meaning 'counsel' or 'power.' In some …

Snow definitely works as a name; White, not so much. And Snow White, please don't. Read more about Snow White and other Disney Princess Names in our featured blog.

The Italian form of Hilda is rarer but sweeter than its mother name, which still isn't ready for revival in the US.

Abel, the name of Adam and Eve's unfortunate younger son, compensates with positive connotations: capable, competent, ready and willing. Abel has literary connections to the novels of Dickens and …

The surname Rudd, made most famous by Antman actor Paul, derives from the words ruddy or red and may have originally been given to someone with a reddish complexion. While …

Ruadhri is an ancient Irish name with deep Gaelic roots. Derived from the elements 'ruadh' meaning 'red' and 'rí' meaning 'king,' it traditionally referred to a red-haired ruler or …

Radcliffe is a masculine name of English origin, derived from an Old English place name meaning 'red cliff.' It began as a surname indicating someone who lived near a red …

Ervin is an old-school great-grandpa name, like Irving and Ernest, that may just be ready for revival. It's also a well-known name in Hungary and elsewhere …

Derrig is a masculine name with Irish Gaelic origins, likely derived from the word "dearg" meaning "red." It may have originally been a nickname for someone with red hair or …

Sequoi is a rare feminine name likely derived from the word "sequoia," referring to the majestic redwood trees native to California. These trees are named after Sequoyah, the Cherokee scholar …

Seqouyia appears to be a variant spelling of Sequoia, a feminine name inspired by the majestic redwood trees of California. These trees were named after Sequoyah (c.1770-1843), the …

Saquoia appears to be a feminine name possibly derived from or inspired by 'sequoia,' the magnificent redwood tree native to California. The altered spelling gives it a unique quality while …

Rufia is a feminine name with Latin origins, derived from the Roman family name 'Rufus,' meaning 'red-haired' or 'red.' Historically, it was used as a feminine form of Rufus …

Rainah is a feminine name that appears to be a creative spelling variant of Raina or Reina. These names have multiple origins: Raina comes from Slavic roots meaning "queen" or …

Phenice is a feminine name with ancient roots, derived from the Greek word 'phoinix,' meaning 'purple-red' or relating to Phoenicia, an ancient civilization known for producing purple dye. In …

The Spanish form of Milady, a title name to fit in with the likes of Princess, Reina, Queenie, and Saint, Mileidys may also be spelled as Mileidis. A notable bearer …

This attractive Scottish surname choice, has a certain amount of glamour thanks to feisty British-born red-haired forties Academy Award winner Greer Garson, who was born Eileen Evelyn Greer …

A popular, botanical French surname that doubles up as an English word meaning "more rosy, more red, more youthful and happy", Rosier is additionally listed as the name of a …

Literally meaning "lady" in Italian, Donna was the perfect ladylike housewife mom name on The Donna Reed Show in the fifties and sixties. And there were plenty of namesakes: Donna …

A Hispanic and Anglicized variation of Quetzalli, a Nahuatl name associated with a vivid green and red bird, native to Mexico and South America. More figuratively, it is used to …

Combine the popularity of Betty White and Mad Men's glamorous Betty Draper Francis, with the residual sweetness of Ugly Betty's Betty Suarez, and the result is an impending …

Linda will live forever in baby name history for toppling Mary from its four hundred year reign as Number 1. Queen of Names in 1947, Linda has fallen even further …

Derived from the French word levée meaning "to raise", a levee is either a naturally formed ridge along a riverbank, made up of sediment deposited there by overflowing water, or …

Derived from the French word levée meaning "to raise", a levee is either a naturally formed ridge along a riverbank, made up of sediment deposited there by overflowing water, or …

The only bearers of this name are fictional, such as the Naruto character Sasori of the Red Sand.

Includes notable active girl groups (2020) as well as female soloists! Groups mentioned: Red Velvet / Blackpink / Twice / Momoland / Itzy / Everglow / Loona / Weki Meki / Gugudan / G idle

These names are spunky, fun, and recognizable but have yet to be rediscovered. They can all work not only as nicknames for other names but as full names themselves.

Spoiler alert: we’re talking about the final season of Girls below! Ready for a cardinal rule of baby naming? Names go in and out of style. Every few years …

Baby names that start with T can read traditional or trendy, but none are overly popular. The most common T name for boys is Theodore, a name that is arguably …

By Kelly McDonald November is almost upon us, the month that conjures up red-and-gold spangled leaves, exciting football games, and warm family gatherings. There are countless wonderful names …

By Kate at Sancta Nomina (Katherine Morna Towne) One of the very first readers of my blog emailed me to ask about the connection between the names Eleanor and Helen …

There’s no two ways about it: unisex baby names are red hot right now! The latest Top 100 lists for both boys and girls are peppered with gender neutral …

The name of a controversial character in Game of Thrones, Stannis Baratheon. He's better liked by book readers -- who see him as the embodiment of rigorous law and order …

Rufo is a masculine name with Latin and Spanish origins, derived from the Roman name Rufus, meaning "red-haired" or "red-headed." This ancient name was relatively common in the …

A minor prophet who has his own Book, Zephaniah is another Old Testament gem waiting to be rediscovered now that Noah and Abraham are becoming too trendy. The vowel-sound …

A yellowish chemical compound that produces fluorescent dyes ranging from bright yellow to hot pink to flaming red -- but as a name sounds glaringly sci-fi.

One of the most unusual of the biblical iah-options, this was the name of a long-reigning king of Judea, and just might appeal to the parent looking for …

A strong, meaningful name, associated with a famous Cherokee linguistic scholar; also suggests the magnificent California sequoia redwood trees.

Rustin is a masculine name with Anglo-Saxon origins, derived from the Old English word "rust" (meaning reddish-brown) or possibly as a variation of the surname Ruston, which referred …

Ruddy is a masculine name with English origins, traditionally derived from a nickname for someone with a reddish complexion or red hair. As a given name, it emerged from this …

Ruari is a masculine name of Scottish and Irish Gaelic origin, derived from 'Ruaidhrí' or 'Rúadhraí,' meaning 'red king' or 'red-haired king.' The elements come from 'ruadh' (red) and …

Rhydderch is a masculine Welsh name with ancient Celtic roots. It derives from the elements 'rhudd' meaning 'red' or 'crimson' and 'derch' meaning 'splendid' or 'magnificent.' Historically, it was the …

Reynaldo is a masculine name of Spanish and Italian origin, derived from the Germanic name Reynold or Reinhold, composed of the elements 'ragin' (advice, counsel) and 'wald' (rule, power). It …

The list of occupational boys' names continues to expand, and this is one of the latest to ride onto the range. With a hint of cowboy and Western, a sprinkle …

Ratcliffe is a masculine name that originated as an English surname derived from place names combining 'rat' (red) and 'cliff,' literally meaning 'red cliff.' Historically used to identify people from …

The Quirinal Hill is one of the Seven Hills of Rome, and the site of the official residence of the Italian head of state, who lives in the Quirinal Palace …

Porphirios is a masculine name of Greek origin derived from the word "porphyra," referring to the purple-red dye historically used for royal garments. This association with imperial purple gave …

A worthy honoree that would place a too-heavy expectation on a child, probably subjecting him to ridicule. Try Pablo instead.

Orton is a masculine name with English origins, derived from Old English elements meaning 'settlement on the ridge' or 'hill settlement.' Originally a surname and place name found throughout England …