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A handsome Indian name with the potential nickname Taj.

Auden is increasing in use for girls each year, and the feminized spelling Audyn is beginning to follow along. Parents are loving the gentle but unisex sound of this surname …

A two-initial nickname occasionally used on birth certificates.

A two-initial nickname occasionally used on birth certificates.

A two-initial nickname occasionally used on birth certificates.

A two-initial nickname occasionally used on birth certificates. This is especially popular for girls, thanks to Spiderman's sweetheart Mary Jane "MJ" Watson.

A two-initial nickname occasionally used on birth certificates.

A two-initial nickname occasionally used on birth certificates.

A two-initial nickname occasionally used on birth certificates — and a minimalist spelling of Kaci/Casey.

A two-initial nickname occasionally used on birth certificates.

A two-initial nickname occasionally used on birth certificates.

A two-initial nickname occasionally used on birth certificates, with a disco vibe.

A two-initial nickname sometimes used on birth certificates — although these initials have a slang meaning you may prefer to avoid.

A unisex Indian name that reaches for the stars.

A beautiful Indian girl name to add to the growing list of obscure but alluring "El-" names for girls.

A strong Indian name used for a character in the series The Legend of Korra.

An elegantly simple Indian name with a powerful meaning. Medha is one of many names used for the Hindu goddess Saraswati.

There are seemingly infinite ways to spell Jackson — in fact, if you add all of them up, it becomes the most popular boy name in America. Jaxsyn is mid-to …

A bright, optimistic Indian boy name that is occasionally used in the US.

The unusual Q initial gives this name an air of mystery.

Huxley is an increasingly popular surname-name for baby boys in the US and now is beginning to be used for girls as well. The -ley suffix, usually denoting a …

Montgomery is an increasingly popular name for boys, especially in the UK, and now it's being used for girls as well in the US, where more than 50 baby …

With word names increasingly acceptable or even desirable, this Spanish word for heart, brought to the fore by Philippine president Corazon Aquino, may find more takers.

Swati is the Indian name for Arcturus, the third-brightest star in the sky. Actress, comedian and writer Mindy Kaling gave her daughter (born in 2017) the middle name Swati …

Tarabai is an Indian name with a lot of feminist clout. Tarabai Bhosale was a 17th century Maratha queen who was a skilled military leader in her own right and …

Sunehra is an Indian name that is largely unknown in English-speaking countries, except maybe via its friendly short form Sunny.

Related to the Indian word and currency "rupee', Rupa derives its meaning from the ancient Sanskrit language, and can mean both silver and beautiful. Rupa also has strong historical and …

Rivers is an indisputably unisex surname with is strong nature connotation and its connection to the character Diana Rivers from Charlotte Bronte's novel Jane Eyre. Rivers is also the …

A popular South Indian name that gained international attention when Aishwarya Rai became Miss World in 1994.

With Journey becoming increasingly popular, it's no surprise that this alternative spelling is not far behind. However, you may be surprised to learn that in recent years, the Journee …

Priya originated in India as a name derived from the Sanskrit word for "beloved." In India, where names are often given based on one's birthday and horoscope, Priya is …

Shreya is an Indian name with several positive meanings--beautiful, fortunate, auspicious, favorable--and ties to the goddess Lakshmi. Shreya was on the U.S. popularity list from 2002 to …

A strong, handsome Indian name with cross-cultural appeal.

Historic and popular Indian name, borne by the son of Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. On classic Hindu epics, it was the name of the charioteer of King Dhritarashtra; in the …

Aranyu is an Indian name rarely used in the US, though the meaning gives it a fashionable woodsy appeal.

This is the Indian version of the Hindi word meaning peace.

Shashi is an Indian name for the moon, giving it a shimmering quality, but its literal meaning translates to "having a hare." In India, a hare is a common image …

Spice names are increasingly appealing to the senses of prospective parents; this one, belonging to a precious spice derived from the crocus has a vaguely orange-scented-incense sixties feel …

Rohan is an Indian (masculine) name derived from Sanskrit and meaning "ascension", however, it is one of those names with cross-cultural possibilities. It can also be a spelling variation …

Often heard in India, this is the name of the Hindu goddess of abundance, beauty, and prosperity, the embodiment of grace and charm --lucky omens indeed. The goddess Lakshmi is …

A hauntingly lovely Indian name.

Imposing, if not intimidating.

Not only are individual flower names more popular (and out-there) than ever, but so too are the more generic names like Florence and Flora. While brother name Fiorello became …

Willa has become increasingly fashionable, with its combination of Willa (born Wilella) Cather-like pioneer strength and the graceful beauty of the willow tree. Sophie Turner and Joe Jonas are …

Used predominantly in India, Bangladesh, and Malaysia, Azahar is a variation of the name Azhar, giving it the same shining meaning. The name coincides with a feminine Spanish name of …

Chosen by influencer India Blue (also known as Indy Blue) for her son's middle name in 2025, Severe may be viewed as a word name, with various meanings, including …

Trendy names often include modern inventions, new-fangled word names, stylish revivals, briefly popular choices, alternative spellings, and sudden, fast rising options, but this one is, well, literally Trendy. Joining …

A name of Inuit origin with a grounded meaning.

A name from Inuit legend, Inukpak was the name of a giant who adopted a human hunter as his son, thinking that he was a young giant who had been …

This beautiful name indigenous to Mexico has an even lovelier meaning — moon droplet. Also spelled Itayetzi, the name may gain more attention after drag performer Itayetzi appeared in Regias del …