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A minor Roman goddess of fountains and springs, much revered on ancient Rome. She was associated not only with water but with health, the earth, nourishment, agriculture, and other life …

Popular in Romania and Moldova, this feminine form of John also lends itself to nicknames Nela and Nel.

Unusual and romantic Italian form of Justin. Giusto has historically been more popular in Italy, but both variants are rare now.

This ancient Roman family name is too furious for most.

An ancient Roman clan name, Flavia is one choice that's unusual but historic. Now a Top 60 name in Italy, Flavia has been a rarity in the US, but …

A lush, romantic flower name for people who think Rose, Violet and Lily are 1000 times too popular.

This Late Roman name is little-used in modern times, though the feminine forms Feline and Felina are popular in Europe. While some relate it to the happy-go-lucky …

A late Roman saint's name that feels perfect for a Thanksgiving baby.

A sweet Romanian floral name with a stylish, international sound.

A more romantic form of old school Clement, which ranks in the Top 100 boy names in Chile. Clemente, like Clement, derives from the Late Latin name Clemens, the name …

Offbeat and romantic place-name.

The ancient Roman name that gave us Cecilia, Cecily, and related names. This spelling looks authentic, but might raise more pronunciation problems than it solves.

Belisario is romantic, dashing, but perhaps a bit too elaborate. You might consider Belisario a masculine twist on the popular Belle names for girls.

The Ancient Roman Balbina is the feminine form of Balbus or Balbinus. While certainly unique, it's hard to imagine this name will go far in the modern English-speaking …

An ancient Roman forename, particularly associated with the Claudian dynasty, whose origins are lost in the mists of time. Some Roman names have become newly popular recently, but this one …

An ancient Roman name that has never made it into the modern world.

Russian, Belarusian, Romanian and Bulgarian form of Andrew

Romantic and strong, vibrant Valentina is a favorite. Here are some similar names if you need an alternative.

Appealingly gentle and romantic French classic--with a lot more charm than Steve.

Zephire is a romantic masculine name derived from 'Zephyr,' the Greek god of the west wind, known for bringing light spring and early summer breezes. The added 'e' gives this …

The gorgeous and romantic name Xiomara popped into the Top 1000 from 2004-2011 after a contestant on America's Next Top Model increased interest in her rare name. Now …

Vulcan was the Roman god of fire (from which, volcano) and metalworking, but this name is now more familiar as the pointy-eared humanoids on "Star Trek," represented by Mr …

Ultimately from the Roman Victor, Victorene is a French and Norman feminine form of Victorinus. Less popular than the Victorine spelling which ranked in the French charts in the 2000s …

While the medieval romantic name Tristan is popular and holding its own, this spelling variation has been sagging in the polls. If you love the name, choose the original spelling.

Related to the Roman name Titius and the more modern Titus, the "tit" syllable would be problematic for any modern girl. Try the similar Russian name Tatiana.

Familiar in Hungary, Romania, Serbia, Czechia, and Slovakia, but rare elsewhere, Timea is a name with several possible origins. Some suggest is was a literary invention, created by the writer …

Used in Georgia, Romania, and Poland as variations of the Greek names Theano and Theone, both of which are associated with divinity, Teona may also be used a variation of …

Silvanus was the Roman god of the forests and is also an alternate name in the New Testament for Silas. Relatives include Silvio, Silvius, and Sylvia.

Shoushan is a romantic member of the Susan/Susannah/Shoshana family — rhythmic and melodic.

Has a decidedly Roman Catholic feel, thanks to the bishop.

Rosalinde is a romantic feminine name with Germanic and French influences, derived from the elements 'hros' (horse) and 'linde' (soft, tender). This elegant variation of Rosalind was immortalized in Shakespeare …

Raphael is a romantic archangel name that sounds both artistic and powerful. Raphael is also a great cross-cultural choice, with significance for people with both Latinate and Jewish roots …

Quirinus is the Roman god of thunder and lightning, believed by some to be the Sabine god of war. While this is an intriguing and distinctive classic name, it also …

Proserpine is the Roman equivalent of the goddess Persephone, the Queen of the Underworld in Greek myth. The story of Persephone is one of the most famous in classical mythology …

Softer and more romantic than Octavia, this is a name once used when it wasn't uncommon for families to have eight children. A possible substitute for the epidemically popular …

Orcus is the Roman equivalent of the Greek Hades, god of the underworld. His name is ultimately derived from the Greek word hórkos, meaning "oath,"

Nox was the Roman goddess of the night, equivalent to the Greek Nyx, from which her name was derived. Although identical in sound, Nox is unrelated to the Scottish masculine …

Derived from the Roman family name Naevius, which in turn came from the Latin word naevus, referring to a mole. Like many cognomina, Naevius likely originated as a nickname — in …

A beautiful, approachable Romanian name with the cool nicknames Mira and Runa.

This widely-used Romanian choice was the name of a medieval ruler who brought stability to the region of Wallachia.

Unusual and lush Roman name adopted, improbably, by the Puritans. The Cornish version, pronounced mel-YOHR-ah, has been in use since the 13th century.

Borne by a Roman emperor, a Latin poet, and several bishops, Maximian is an English variation of Maximianus or Maximus. A bold and unexpected way to the popular Max or …

A handsome and romantic-sounding European option.

Marchella is a romantic feminine name that appears to be a variant of Marcella, the feminine form of Marcellus, an ancient Roman family name derived from Mars, the Roman god …

Laverna was the Roman goddess of thievery, cheating, and the underworld. The original meaning of her name in unknown, however, there are several theories. One such theory states that Laverna …

Latona is the Roman equivalent of Leto, the Greek goddess of light. These days Leto feels more modern for a baby girl, but Latona retains its appeal.

A 1st century Roman satirist whose name may be a little too close to "juvenile" for comfort.

Used predominantly in Romania and Moldova, Iuliana is a variation of Julia and Juliana. It might sometimes be heard in Hawaii, though Kuliana might also be used too.

Predominantly used in Romania, Ioana can also be used as an alternative to the Bulgarian Yoana. Fashion designer Ioana Ciolacu, actress Ioana Flora, and gymnast Ioana Stanciulescu are just a …

A sunny, charming Romanian name that would make for a stylish but distinct alternative to Eliana.