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Used as a name as well as a compound in many Cherokee words, including the clan name Anitsiskwa, or "Bird Clan."

This name might be too, well, triggering.

Possibly a form of the Welsh Sian, Sianni has a sharp yet earthy sound. It appeared in the title of a 2024 Welsh short film, It's My Shout about …

Diminutive of Siân/Sian, the Welsh form of Jane.

A word name that is, well, posh. It debuted in the US charts in 2022, perhaps owing to the anniversary editions of several Spice Girl albums in the 2020s, reminding …

A spelling variation of the Welsh Olwen, this form my lend itself to nickname Wynne or Winnie over Ollie. Meaning "white footprint", the more traditional Olwen appears in Welsh mythology …

A worldly choice that translates well, Namir is an animal-related choice in Hebrew and Arabic.

Anglicized spelling of Meirion, the Welsh form of Marianus.

Lleucu is often considered the Welsh equivalent of Lucy, as it shares the same meaning of "light", and a similar sound. (Lwsi and Liwsi are the phonetic Welsh spellings of …

Possibly a variation of the Welsh Liliwen (meaning "snowdrop"), this Breton form of Lily blends the botanical name with the -wen element, creating the sweet meanings of "fair lily" or …

One of several similar names well used in the Muslim community.

This phonetic version of the Welsh Cerys might be easier for Americans, certainly, to understand, but it does lose some poetry in translation.

A minty Japanese name as well as a language and culture in southeast China.

Better on your living-room walls.

Glenys, like Glynis, is a Welsh name that has never caught on outside Wales.

An Israeli place-name as well as being the Hebrew form of Gabriel.

Vintage nickname Frank gets a Welsh makeover.

Santes Ffraid is the traditional Welsh name for St Bridget, the Irish national saint and legendary miracle worker. The connection becomes clearer through the Scottish form of the name, Bride …

An established surname that fits well with today's trend for the "Ever" sound – and a similar-yet-different alternative to Emerson. Historically, it denoted a descendent of Evert, a …

An Edwardian coinage from the Welsh word for gold, plus the suffix -wen.

Ultimately derived from the Old Welsh elus, Elisedd is one of the sources of the currently popular Ellis. It was notably borne by a 8th century king of Wales, known …

The striking name of a Welsh river, Eleri feels as mystical as it does modern. A recent year saw it feature in the England and Wales Top 1000, with 49 …

An obscure name from medieval Welsh literature (the surreal Arthurian tale The Dream of Rhonabwy). Like many Dyf- names, it may well come from a root meaning "water".

A feminization of Dušan — a well-used Slavic boy name — with the same romantic meaning. Dušana is most often observed in Slovakia.

If you like soft, lispy Welsh names like Gwyneth, or want an alternative to Delilah, Adele, or Edith, consider this out-of-the-ordinary option.

Cedwyn, the name of a Welsh saint, is still used in small numbers today.

This feminine version of the Welsh name Carwyn could be a good choice for parents looking for something fresher than Bronwen.

Traditional though not overly popular Welsh option, which may have something of a fantasy vibe elsewhere in the world.

St Cadoc was an early Welsh churchman, who gave his name to several villages in Wales, and according to his Life knew King Arthur. Less popular than other C__C …

Anglicized form of Cadoc, a Welsh saint's name.

Is Brother a baby name? Well, sort of, although it's not a choice you should expect to see on many birth certificates. Brother is in our database thanks to …

A beautiful name which is well used in India, and certainly has the potential to catch on elsewhere too, Ayra likely means "respectable" and "awe-inspiring" in Sanskrit, while also …

Handsome Arabic name that is well-used internationally. Ayman is a Top 500 name in the UK, France, the Netherlands, and Italy, and a Top 100 name in Spain. It …

An Anglicized form of the Welsh name Afon, Avon is the name of both river in the south of England and the name of a cosmetics company. Given to a …

Quirky cool Arlo is now well and truly back. Last year it broke into the US Top 200 boy names and consistently ranks among the most popular boy names on …

Variant transcription of Andrei, as well as the South Slavic, Czech, and Slovak form.

A medieval Anglicization of the Welsh name Angharad, meaning "more love". A possible variant form is Ingaret.

This variation of the more well known Alvin adds an unusual and feminine touch to the original. It sounds a bit more like what it means--"elf friend."

A Punjabi boy's name, as well as an Indian pop band.

This name of a legendary Welsh prince could serve as a more original alternative to Adam or Aidan, though it does sound a tad chemical.

Wynette is a feminine name of Welsh and Old English origin, derived from 'Wyn' meaning 'fair' or 'blessed' combined with the French diminutive suffix '-ette,' creating the meaning 'little fair …

This Polish form of Veronica is well-used in its native country, where it has been in the Top 50 since 2000.

Although it connotes a sense of well-being, not likely to be a popular choice.

Watkins originated as an English and Welsh surname derived from the medieval given name 'Wat' or 'Watt,' a diminutive of Walter, combined with the suffix '-kins' meaning 'little son of …

Tegau is a feminine name of Welsh origin with deep roots in medieval Welsh literature and mythology. The name appears in Arthurian legends as Tegau Eurfron (Tegau of the Golden …

Friendly and captivating, Shubha is a well-used choice among Hindu families. Its lucky meaning is derived from the Sanskrit root shubh. Shubha Raul was the mayor of Mumbai from …

Rhonwyn is a feminine name with Welsh origins, combining elements that create a name of distinctive Celtic character. It likely derives from Welsh elements 'rhon' meaning 'spear' or 'lance' and …

Rhianon is a feminine name of Welsh origin, a variant spelling of the more common Rhiannon. The name derives from the Celtic Rigantona, meaning 'great queen' or 'divine queen.' In …

Rhianna is a feminine name with Welsh and Celtic origins, considered a variant spelling of Rhiannon, the name of a Welsh goddess associated with horses and birds in the Mabinogion …

Rhiain is a feminine name of Welsh origin, derived from 'rhiain' meaning 'maiden' or 'lady' in Welsh. It was traditionally used as a poetic term for a noble young woman …