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Unique names with a mainly literary, but also fantasy/bohemian/exotic influence. Mostly guilty pleasures, I'd never give my kids these names, save a select few.

this is a list of boy names that I love even though I will probably never use them.

I used to work on a fantasy novel years ago. Although I never completed it I never lost my taste for names that sound like they could be part of …

Christenings are a great place to see baby name trends in the flesh. I live in England and never quite understood what people say about the English nickname name trend …

Just an assorted collection of the names I fall in love with (and that I'll most likely never be able to use due to living in a Spanish speaking …

This is the clumsiest and least popular version of the classic Greek name Zoe. Little wonder this variation has fallen nearly 200 places in the US popularity rankings in just …

Willoughbey is a distinguished masculine name derived from an English surname with geographical origins, referring to a farm or settlement near willow trees. This elaborated spelling adds an extra 'e …

A name associated with knowledge, curiosity, and wisdom, Vidia is an alternative spelling of Vidya, a popular name in India, Nepal, and Mauritius, where it is connected to the Hindu …

Unella is a fictional name, borne by a Septa in the Game of Thrones series. A pretty sound, but the negative character association might put you off.

Hiking enthusiasts might consider this nature name, though it also has the connotation of someone lagging behind. That hasn't stopped nearly 30 boys being given the name in the …

Possibly derived sana, a Latin word meaning "healthy", Sanela could make an unexpected full name for nicknames Nel, Neli, and Nela. Used predominantly in Croatia and Slovenia, another theory is …

Rowney is a masculine name of English origin, likely derived from a surname that originally referred to someone who lived near a row of trees or houses (from Old English …

Rodnie is a masculine name that likely developed as a variation of Rodney, which comes from English origins meaning 'island near a clearing' or 'Hroda's island.' This friendly alternative …

Oaklyn is one of the oak-related names moving up the popularity charts, along with more popular sister Oakley and near-identical twin Oaklynn. The Oaklynn spelling used for three …

Nicola, an elegant Latinate feminization of Nicholas, has long been standard issue for English girls but for some reason has never voyaged across the Atlantic, which we consider a pity …

Newlyn is a rare masculine name likely derived from place names in Cornwall, England, particularly the fishing village of Newlyn near Penzance. The name combines elements meaning 'new' and 'pool …

Nandru is a masculine name with roots in Romanian and Indian cultures. In Romanian, it's a variation of 'Nandru' or 'Neandru,' potentially derived from Alexander or other traditional names …

Moorley is a masculine name with English origins, primarily derived from a surname that likely referred to someone who lived near or came from a moorland area. The suffix '-ley …

Derived from the Sanskrit māṇika, meaning "ruby", Manik is a common boy name in countries including India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Nepal.

A name that shows up on the Social Security roles of a hundred years ago. Let's hope it was a never-to-be-repeated mistake.

Part Lara, part Caroline, but far rarer than either, Laraline is a strong, pretty and familiar-feeling name that has never appeared on the SSA baby name list. It has …

This streamlined form of a pretty and feminine classic may not be as popular as it once was, but it's never out of style. A royal name best used …

Designer and brand name can make stylish choices for babies, though most American parents have opted for Calvin over Klein. Nevertheless, Klein has been making the US stats since the …

A familiar choice in Japan, Kazuo is known more globally due to award winning writer, Kazuo Ishiguro, whose works include Never Let Me Go, The Remains of the Day, and …

Jezibel is a feminine name that represents a modern variation of the biblical name Jezebel. While the original Jezebel carries negative connotations from the Old Testament, where she was portrayed …

J. R. R. Tolkien introduced a plethora of new names into the world, but this is one character name that never caught on, nor will it likely ever.

A fen is an English marshland, and Fenn came into use as a habitational surname for a person who dwelt near one. Could be a fresh alternative to Fern or …

Danin is a masculine name with multiple cultural origins. It may derive from Arabic, where it relates to 'close' or 'near,' or from Slavic languages where it can be a …

An elaborate diminutive of Clara with a slightly retro feel, Claretta was at its peak in the 1940s though it's never been particularly popular. Nevertheless, it may make an …

Associated with havoc, disaster, and trouble, this bold moniker is unlikely to be many parents' first choice, but it has nevertheless been appearing in the US charts since 2006. It …

The name of the tragic mythological Trojan princess who was given the gift of prophecy by Apollo, but was condemned never to be believed, Cassandra has been used for striking …

Byrom is an uncommon masculine name with English origins, derived from a surname that originally referred to someone who lived near a cattle shed (from the Old English 'byre' meaning …

Bush is an uncommon masculine given name derived from an English surname. The surname originally referred to someone who lived near a bush or thicket, coming from the Old English …

Burley is a masculine name with Old English origins, derived from a surname that initially referred to someone who lived near a woodland clearing or a fortified place. The name …

Bricker sounds like an occupational name, a la Brooker and Bridger, but it's actually a surname indicating someone who lives near a bridge.

Bethannie is a feminine name that serves as an elaborated variant of Bethany, which originally referred to a biblical village near Jerusalem and derives from Hebrew, meaning 'house of figs …

Bethanie is a feminine name of Hebrew origin, representing a variation of Bethany. The name refers to the biblical village near Jerusalem mentioned in the New Testament as the home …

Barns is a masculine name with origins as an English occupational surname, referring to someone who worked at or lived near a barn structure. The name carries rustic, pastoral associations …

An English surname derived from the word "hermitage", from a Greek word meaning "solitary". It originally denoted a person living near a hermitage.

Aiyana is a name that could easily cross cultures. It debuted on the US Top 1000 in 1999 and hovers near the bottom of the Top 1000.

This list is names of (or similar to) my great-grandparents and family members before them. I’ve never any of these people, hence my calling them family names, rather …

I do love Greek names very much, but they're more of a guilty pleasure because I'll probably never use them :/

Thanos originated as a short form of Athanasios, a Greek name meaning "immortal." It is composed of the elements a, a negative Greek prefix, and thanatos, meaning "death." St. Athanasius …

Templeten is an uncommon masculine name with English origins, likely derived from a surname that originally referred to someone who lived near or worked at a temple. This distinctive name …

She looked like a model but she was really an evil many-tentacled monster in Men in Black: your child will never forgive you if you choose this name. And …

Sanders is one of the S-ending surnames gaining traction as a first name for boys in the US. It jumped nearly 2000 points in popularity this year.

Riles is the coolest surname name that nobody's using. Seriously nobody — Riles (and the older version of the name, Ryles) have never been given to more than five American …

This fresh variation of the classic Noel is beginning to rise along with the more familiar Noelle. In 2022, the name nearly quadrupled in popularity in the US and though …

Nathanuel is a masculine name representing a variation of the more common Nathan or Nathaniel, which come from the Hebrew name "Netan'el" meaning "gift of God." This unique spelling …

Nathanielle is a masculine name that appears to be an elaborate variation of Nathaniel, which itself derives from the Hebrew name Netanel meaning "gift of God." This extended form adds …