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… related to the Old German name Vaughn, meaning "small." The name gained some recognition through Olympic gold medalist Lindsey Vonn, though it remains uncommon as a first name. Vonn has …

… in the UK and is also popular in Ghana, Haiti, Nigeria, Gabon, France, and Cameroon. Olympic Taekwondo competitor Emmanuella Atora is one notable bearer, while child comedian and actress Emmanuella …

… The name is associated with a wide variety of bearers, from outlaw Jesse James to Olympic athlete Jesse Owens to activist Jesse Jackson to current actors Jesse Tyler Ferguson and …

… also derive from Grady and Grayson. Currently a gender-neutral choice in the US, it is borne by Olympic windsurfer, Grae Morris, singer Grae Phillips, and baseball player Grae Kessinger.

… it began to climb the charts after fencer Alayna Snell took part in the 1984 Olympics. While Elaine means "shining light", Alana is a name with numerous meanings including "oak …

… of the central problems with this hybrid name. Miya is also a Japanese name that comes from the word meaning "palace" or "temple." Miya Tachibana is a Japanese Olympic swimmer.

… close to a word that would cause playground probs in the US. Italian cross-country skier Bice Vanzetta won two bronze medals at the Winter Olympics of 1992 and 2994.

… a recent year. Notable bearers include Latvian ice hockey players Artūrs Irbe and Artūrs_Šilovs, Olympic rower Artūrs Garonskis, and chess player Arturs Neikšāns. In Latvian, the sounds are just …

… in and out of the US Top 1000 since 2004, though both this spelling and alternative Davion were out of favor in 2023. Davian Clarke is a Jamaican Olympic athlete.

… Azerbaijan and Turkey, Nurcan was particularly popular in the 80s and 90s. Notable bearers include Olympic weightlifter Nurcan Taylan, footballer and club owner Nurcan Çelik, journalist Nurcan Baysal, charity chairman …

… more attention thanks to basketball player Jimmer Fredette, who represented the USA in the 2024 Olympics. His given name is James, however, his mother had wanted something more unique, so …

… and distinction. The name gained some recognition through American boxer Claressa Shields, a two-time Olympic gold medalist. While never reaching widespread popularity, Claressa offers an elegant alternative to more …

… a town in Pakistan and a valley in the Himalayas, along with several villages and towns in Iran and Kurdistan. Olympic cyclist Zundui Naran bears the name as a surname.

… For girls, popular options include: "dignified + sky"; "stately black gem"; "long lasting jasmine"; "long-lasting fragrance"; and "land, earth, ground." A notable (female) bearer is Olympic figure skater, Riku Miura.

… name, with the prefix Wa- meaning "of" and Gaki referring to a traditional region of Kenya, now referred to as Nyeri. Olympic marathon runner, Mary Wagaki is a notable bearer.

… a name nerd used to be hard work. Do you remember paging through lists of Olympic medalists in the paper, gazing at name plaques in art museums, seeking out family …

… down the rankings. An earlier inspiration was Romanian gymnast Nadia Comaneci, who won the 1976 Olympics. Nadia is actually a short form of Nadezhda, the name of Lenin's wife …

… form may appear on the birth-certificate, Tinus could be used on a day-to-day basis. Notable bearers include rugby player Tinus de Beer and Olympic sprinter Tinus Osendarp.

… in general too. The name is predominantly used in its native Italy, notable bearers being Olympic rower Catello Amarante I, 8th century saint and bishop, Catello di Castellammare, and footballer …

… countries, Alexey has gained international recognition through notable figures like chess grandmaster Alexey Shirov and Olympic swimmer Alexey Popov. The name is sometimes transliterated as Aleksey, Alexei, or Aleksei in …

… has been borne by eminent people including the Italian humanist scholar and historian Polydore Vergil, English saint Polydore Plasden, and the Belgian rower and Olympic medalist Polydore Veirman (1881-1951).

… or 'limestone island.' This particular spelling gained modest visibility through American gymnast Chellsie Memmel, an Olympic silver medalist. The distinctive double 'l' and 'ie' ending give the name a unique …

… at the bottom of the Top 1000 girls' names from about 1990 until 2005, when Olympic skating champion Alysa Liu was born. Liu herself pronounces her first name ah-LISS …

… of names like Tyson or Tyler. In recent decades, the name gained some recognition through Olympic sprinter Tyus Edney and gold medalist Wyomia Tyus, where it functioned as a surname …

… bore this name, including a Greek comic poet from the 4th century BCE and an Olympic boxing champion. The name also appears in classical mythology. Nicostratus carries a commanding presence …

… while remaining distinctive and uncommon outside Finland. The name gained increased recognition internationally through Finnish Olympic cross-country skiing champion Iivo Niskanen. Iivo carries connotations of strength, endurance, and national …

… exact, that denote its history. This month, it’s astronauts, record-breaking aviators, activists and Olympic athletes who grace the charts of notable May baby names. Take a look and …

… feminine suffix '-etta' that is common in many languages. The name gained notable visibility through Olympic bobsledder Vonetta Flowers, who in 2002 became the first Black athlete to win a …

… from 1967-1977, along with 1980 and 1984. Darcie Dohnal is a speed skating silver medallist at the 1992 Winter Olympics, and Darcie Brown is an Australian women’s cricketer.

… Slovakia, and other European countries. In Italy, it gained particular recognition through famous bearers like Olympic swimmer Simona Quadarella. While less common in English-speaking countries, Simona offers a sophisticated …

… speak Maa". Predominantly used for boys in the US, it was also given to 6 girls in 2024, with parents possibly feeling inspired by Olympic sprinter and hurdler, Masai Russell.

… Turkey and Azerbaijan, in Albania, it is used as a masculine name - though the meaning remains the same. Fidan Ögel is a Turkish judoka, who competed in the 2024 Olympics.

… Turkey and Azerbaijan, in Albania, it is used as a masculine name - though the meaning remains the same. Fidan Ögel is a Turkish judoka, who competed in the 2024 Olympics.

… first, but it is said as ROO-ar. Also found in Icelandic but spelled Hróar, notable bearers include enamel artist and jeweler Hroar Prydz, and Olympic speed skater Hroar Elvenes.

… newest names on Nameberry range from stunning international choices like Rāwiri, Sentaro, and Leoluca, to Olympic stars like Hezly and Jimmer, along with wild words like Oracle and Trulove. They …

… name Ralph (derived from 'Radulf,' meaning 'counsel wolf'). The name gained some recognition through American Olympic gold medalist Rafer Johnson in the mid-20th century. Despite this notable bearer, Rafer …

… answer to the upbeat nickname. But the reason the name makes the Nameberry database is Olympic gold medalist Michael Phelps, who chose the name for his son in 2016. Boomer …

… the U.S. Top 1000 as a girls' name, during the height of the popularity of Olympic skater Tai Babilonia, Tai makes a simple intriguing modern choice for either gender.

… stand alone form of Jeronim (Croation for Jerome) and for Jeremias (the Finnish form of Jeremiah). Jere Hribar who swum for Croatia during the 2024 Olympics is a notable bearer.

… Oksana gained international recognition through notable bearers like Ukrainian figure skater Oksana Baiul, who won Olympic gold in 1994. The variant Oksanna remains uncommon in Western countries but may be …

… particularly popular in the Netherlands and Belgium. It gained international attention through Dutch gold medal Olympic swimmer Marieke Guehrer and through references in popular culture, including Jacques Brel's famous …

Beamon is a masculine name that likely originated as an English or Germanic surname before occasionally being used as a given name. It may derive from an Old English occupational …

While some English speakers might read this a "moose" or "moos" (as in the sound a cow makes), it is in fact said with the strong O sound of "boat …

Not to be confused with Tove Jansson's fictional Moomins, Mumin is a spiritual Arabic name, deriving from amuna, meaning "to be faithful". The term appears in the Quran to …

Nastia is a feminine name primarily used in Eastern European countries, particularly Russia, Ukraine, and Belarus. It functions as a familiar diminutive form of Anastasia, which derives from the Greek …

With a sunny, airy sound, a clunky-cool look, and a lovely, nature-inspired meaning, Solfrid was popular in its native Norway back in the mid-20th century, but has …

Yevgenia is a feminine name of Russian and Slavic origin, representing the female form of Eugene. Derived from the Greek "eugenes" meaning "well-born" or "noble," it carries connotations of …

A Saint's name almost unheard of outside of Russia and Moldova, Gleb comes from the Old Norse Guðleifr. Boris and Gleb were the first two saints to be canonised …

By Abby Sandel, Appellation Mountain Last month, two high profile birth announcements both featured Bodhi within days.  Not Mason, not Noah.  Bodhi.  Proof that choosing a different name is no …