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Pamella is a variation of Pamela, a name created by the 16th-century poet Sir Philip Sidney for his pastoral romance "Arcadia." He derived it from the Greek words "pan …

A royal name in Spain, Felipe could make a lively alternative to the English sounding Philip. It has ranked on the US Top 1000 almost every year since the beginning …

Phylida is a feminine name that appears to be a variant spelling of Phyllis or possibly Philida. The name traces back to Greek origins, derived from 'phyllon' meaning 'leaf,' and …

Pamelja is an uncommon variant spelling of Pamela, a name created by 16th-century poet Sir Philip Sidney for his epic 'Arcadia.' The original Pamela is believed to combine Greek …

Pamalla is a feminine name that represents a spelling variation of Pamela, which originated from Sir Philip Sidney's 16th-century pastoral poem 'Arcadia.' The original Pamela comes from Greek …

This unusual English word name and surname was the middle name of American sci-fi writer Philip K. Dick, after his mother's maiden name. Its striking sound and appealing …

Iorek Byrnison is king of the armored bears and a fierce and brave companion of Lyra’s in Philip Pullman’s His Dark Materials trilogy. The name Iorek appears to …

This Spanish form of the yet-to-be-revived Ignatius was borne by an early and influential Philipina nun known as Mother Ignacia.

The name Parson might have seemed ridiculous even a few years ago, but when Reese Witherspoon and Ryan Phillippe named their son Deacon, they opened up a whole new field …

Pammie is a diminutive form of Pamela, which originated in the 16th century when the English poet Sir Philip Sidney created it for his prose work "Arcadia." The name means …

Feel is an unconventional masculine name with uncertain etymological origins. It may have evolved as a variant of Philip (lover of horses) or possibly derived from the English word 'feel …

Pamelia is a feminine name with Greek origins, representing an elaborate variation of Pamela, which was created by Sir Philip Sidney for his 16th-century pastoral romance 'Arcadia.' The name …

Pamala is a feminine name representing an alternative spelling of Pamela, which originated in the 16th century through Sir Philip Sidney's pastoral poem 'Arcadia.' The name is believed to …

Lyra is a name with ancient and celestial roots that's found new popularity thanks to its starring role in Philip Pullman's book series, His Dark Materials and its …

Felipan is an unusual feminine name that appears to be a creative variation of Felipe (the Spanish form of Philip) or possibly Felipa (the feminine form). The name Philip derives …

Pamila is a feminine name that functions as a variation of Pamela, which originated in the 16th century from Sir Philip Sidney's pastoral poem "Arcadia." The name is believed …

This name was transposed from the word for a church officer to a baby name when Reese Witherspoon and Ryan Phillippe chose it for their son, after a baseball player …

Baby #2 is due in December. If it's a boy, his middle name will either be Robert or Philip

If you're not finding Nemo unusual enough, consider the even more eccentric Emo, which may have been invented by comedian Emo Philips.

Pipo is a charming masculine name with multiple cultural connections. In Spanish-speaking countries, it often serves as a nickname for Felipe (Philip), while in Italian it may be a …

Pamilla is a feminine name that appears to be a variation of Pamela, which originated in the 16th century when poet Sir Philip Sidney created it for his prose work …

Pamelynne is a feminine name that emerged as an elaborate variant of Pamela, which originated as a literary name created by Sir Philip Sidney in his 16th-century pastoral romance …

Lippo is a masculine name of Italian origin, primarily known as a diminutive or nickname form of Filippo (the Italian version of Philip). Historically, it gained recognition through several notable …

Pamelin is a feminine name that appears to be a modern variation or elaboration of Pamela. Pamela originated in the 16th century through Sir Philip Sidney's pastoral prose work …

Felepita is an unusual feminine name with likely Polynesian or Hispanic influences. It may be a feminine variation of Felipe (the Spanish form of Philip), which derives from Greek elements …

Danish actor Pilou Asbaek, of Borgen and Game of Thrones, got his unusual first name from his French mother; it's apparently an abbreviation of "Petit Philip." The fact that …

Pameline appears to be a creative elaboration of Pamela, combining it with elements of names ending in '-line' or '-lyn.' Pamela itself emerged in Sir Philip Sidney's 16th-century …

Pamelina is a feminine name that appears to be an elaborate variation of Pamela, which originated as a literary creation by 16th-century poet Sir Philip Sidney for his work …

Fayvel is a masculine name with Yiddish origins, derived from the Hebrew name "Feivel," meaning "bright one" or "shining one." Sometimes associated with the name Philip, Fayvel has deep roots …

Faunia is more often rendered as Fauna, who was a Roman goddess of fertility, women and healing. Faunia was the downtrodden yet loving heroine of Philip Roth's Human Stain …

A way to nickname Roni and similar in feel to Rafaella and Daniella, Roniella is a rare feminine form of Roniel. Used predominantly in Brazil and the Philipines, it stems …

Pamla is an uncommon feminine name that appears to be a variant spelling of Pamela. The classical name Pamela was invented by the 16th-century poet Sir Philip Sidney for …

Borrowed from the Greek panteleimon, a name that was also given to the patron saint of doctors and midwives, St. Pantleon, this form was used by the writer Philip Pullman …

… name of the Greek god of the north wind, Boreas, by way of Latin borealis "northern". A fictional bearer is Lord Boreal from Philip Pullman's His Dark Materials trilogy.

… author Goethe, who used it in his novel Wilhelm Meister's Apprenticeship. Also spelled as Philina, it comes from the Greek philos meaning "friend, lover". The name appeared in the …

… ita' which conveys affection and smallness. Pamela itself originated in the 16th century from Sir Philip Sidney's pastoral poem 'Arcadia,' potentially derived from Greek elements meaning 'all honey' or …

… in names like Carolyn or Evelyn. Pamela itself emerged in the 16th century through Sir Philip Sidney's prose work 'Arcadia,' possibly derived from Greek elements meaning 'all sweetness' or …

… actually more female Larkins these days than male, and it's a name that works as well for either gender. It has the literary connection to poet Philip Larkin too.

… of the Dragon. The word daemon also features in the His Dark Materials trilogy by Philip Pullman, as the physical manifestations of humans' souls in the form of an animal.

… balis' meaning 'spotted' or 'dappled.' The name gained some literary recognition through science fiction author Philip K. Dick's novel 'VALIS' (1981), where it served as an acronym for 'Vast …

… a Norman nickname given to someone resembling the bird. An Arundel Tomb by English poet Philip Larkin includes one of his most quoted lines: "What will survive of us is …

… a Norman nickname given to someone resembling the bird. An Arundel Tomb by English poet Philip Larkin includes one of his most quoted lines: "What will survive of us is …

… be a shortened form of Pamela, which originated as a literary name created by Sir Philip Sidney in his 16th-century pastoral romance 'Arcadia.' In some cultures, Pama could be …

… as a Biblical name, notably as the forefather of the Asrielite tribe. Lord Asriel is Lyra’s immensely powerful and charismatic father in Philip Pullman’s His Dark Materials trilogy.

… the throne, are in use in the UK right now, as well as Andrew, Edward, Philip, Louis, and James. These are also very common in the US. Along with Charles …

… derived from stella, the Latin word for "star". It was coined by the poet, Sir Philip Sidney who used it in his 1590 sonnet collection, Astrophel and Stella, which translates …

… name appears in the Bible as the queen of Ethiopia whose treasurer was converted by Philip. This particular spelling, with the distinctive 'y' and 'c' combination, emerged as part of …

… of Tallulah Falls. A modern hipster favorite, Tallulah had been chosen for their daughters by Philip Seymour Hoffman, Patrick Dempsey, Damian Dash, Rachel Roy and Sara Rue. The name was …

… name include actress Keri Russell, who named her daughter Willa Lou and the late actor Philip Seymour Hoffman, who used Willa for the youngest of his three children. David Mamet …