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A unisex Japanese name with a beautiful and radiant meaning, it is notably borne by chess prodigy Hikaru Nakamura, and is a central character in the manga series The Summer …

An unknown (outside Indonesia) name with an attractive, gentle sound.

Dashing unisex saint's name sometimes associated with the Cajun cadences of New Orleans.

A unique alternative to Ezra, with which Ezer shares a root. Only five baby boys were named Ezer in 2021, and though the name is technically unisex, no baby girls.

This unusual name from the Nahuatl or Aztec language has one of the best meanings around. It sprang onto the US popularity list in 2006 and made a brief appearance …

An unusual version of Nicholas, now associated with PGA champion Jack Nicklaus.

An unusual relative of Nike, Nikias and all the Nicholas names, with a light, bright sound. In the US, Nikia has also been used as a variant of Nikki or …

A unique cousin to Talia.

A unisex Japanese name, with a variety of meanings depending on which kanji combinations are used. It is often said to mean "aster", giving it a botanical tie, and a …

This unusual name belonging to three generations of Deltha Lee O'Neals, the third being a football cornerback for the New England Patriots, could equally--or better--be used for …

This unusual (to the American ear) unisex name is used throughout Scandinavia and Germany. It can be a Frisian and German variation of Ivo, derived from the elementiwa element, meaning …

An unusual, haunting name, a distant cousin to the more popular Amber and Ember.

An unusual addition to the snowy names perfect for a winter baby.

The unlikely name of the hero of Jhumpa Lahiri's The Namesake, named for an author his father revered.

An unusual Italian word name with an aspirational meaning.

Nearly unknown outside the British Isles, this old Scottish variation has a sleek surname feel that can make an excellent update of the flagging Christopher.

More unusual than Natalia or Natalie.

An unexplored choice, evocative of the snowcapped Andes, with a pleasant, catchy sound.

An unusual name that has not ventured outside the Finnish culture.

Highly unusual water name -- and actor Colin surname -- with a Scottish burr. Firth derives from the Old Norse word fjord.

Highly unusual as a baby name for either gender, Yarrow is an herb that grows wild and has long been used for its medicinal property. It's named for the …

An unconventional route to Theo, perhaps, Theory is a bold word name which has been given to more than 200 babies since the 2000s. While it leans slightly feminine statistically …

A unisex Hebrew name often found in combination with others, as in Tal-El and Tal-Or.

A unique natural-wonder option, conjuring up the beauty of the lake between California and Nevada that has become a popular tourist destination.

This unusual geographic choice -- Tahmel is an area of Katmandu -- was selected for her son by singer Macy Gray.

An unusual kind of place-name, going beyond a country, state, or city, it was used by actress Elisabeth Shue as a middle name for her daughter Stella.

This unusual spelling was used by Johnny Knoxville for his son.

An unusual surname-style choice with a strong meaning and potential for nicknames Ford and Red. Associated with the actor Robert Redford, it was also used for a one of …

More universal than Elvis...and more conventionally attractive, too. Cindy Crawford used it for her son, though it's on the rise mainly for girls. The last time Presley ranked …

An unexplored choice, evocative of the snowcapped Andes, with a pleasant, catchy sound.

An unusual alternative to the popular spelling Palmer, Palmar is a name with anatomical and botanical connections. The name derives from Latin palmaris and is used in medical terminology to …

A unique name with familiar sounds, Noaz may appeal to those who love Noah, Boaz, Ezra, and Azariah but also want something braver. Meaning "fearless, courageous, bold" from its Hebrew …

An unexpected last name as a first name, Nealon is in tune with Lachlan, Keegan, and Nolan. Deriving from Irish roots, is a diminutive form of Niall or Neal, making …

A unisex Arabic name with a fresh and nature related meaning, Nasim may also be spelled as Naseem in Urdu and Arabic, and as Nesim in Turkish. Used predominantly on …

The unusual-to-the-English-ear Moritz is a Top 25 name in Austria and a form of Maurice or Morris, which are modern variations of the ancient Roman Maurus …

… to just 60 boys in the US in a recent year, it isn't entirely unknown but it would still be unexpected. Variations of the name include the Russian and …

This unusual two-syllable K name relates to shipbuilding.

This unusual name might be a possibility for musical families: Jubal was credited in Genesis with the invention of the lyre, flute, harp, and organ. It also has a jubilant …

More unusual than Justin, less word-like than Justice, this New Testament name could make an intriguing choice. After being off the popularity lists from 1904 to 1993, it is …

A unisex Hebrew name sometimes given in Israel to kids born under the goat sign of Capricorn; it's also spelled Yael/Ya'el.

This unpretentious, accessible, and optimistic ("everything's jake" -- meaning OK) short form of the top name Jacob is itself widely used, though more parents these days are opting for the …

An unusual name heard in contemporary Germany, the Netherlands, and Scandinavia, it's the male version of the more familiar Inga. It's the name of a German god, and …

An undiscovered surname possibility with upscale overtones, could be enlivened with nickname Ingo.

Not unless you want your son to grow up to be just like a wacky Jack Black character.

An unusual yet accessible Scandinavian choice, though it might be confused with Harvard.

Almost unknown in the western world, Gyan comes from a Sanskrit word for knowledge. It may appeal to parents looking for a name influenced by eastern philosophy, like Bodhi or …

An undiscovered place-name with an appealing o-sound ending.

Spirited unisex Hebrew name.

An undiscovered patronymic surname, Gibson blends the cool, rugged feel of names like Bridger, Riggs, and Hudson with the clunky charm of names like Gilbert, Wilbur, and Digby. Associated with …

An undiscovered cousin of Garrett and Gerard. Gerrit has some merit, especially for its arty credentials as the name of several Old Master painters.