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Also spelled Illtud or Eltut, his was the name of a 6th-century Welsh saint who founded the abbey of Llanilltud in Glamorgan. Illtyd Harrington was a British politician. The …

Francisco Javier is a traditional Spanish compound masculine name combining two highly respected saints' names. Francisco derives from the Latin "Franciscus" meaning "Frenchman" or "free man," popularized by Saint Francis …

A romantic rarity, derived from the Old German name Chlotichilda, meaning "famous in battle." Saint Clotilde was a Frankish queen, wife of Clovis I, who played a role in the …

Long popular in Ireland and England, Ciarán is the name of Ireland's first-born saint and twenty-five other saints. While this is the authentic Irish spelling, it is …

Despite all the "hanging," "dangling," and "pregnant" chad jokes of the 2000 election, this saint's name and remnant of the Brad-Tad era didn't get a boost in …

Caridad is a theological Virgin name, representing Our Lady of Charity, and a popular saint's name in Cuba. Would make an interesting choice, in the manner of the more …

… tenth century Saint Benno -- though it is also used as a lively nickname for Benjamin. Saint Benno of Meissen is the patron saint of anglers and weavers and, strangely enough …

This Welsh name, also used in France, is the name of a 6th century saint who went to Brittany and established abbeys. Armel has a pleasant and familiar sound, making …

A delicate name with strong roots, Aniceta is most often used in contemporary Spain. Saint Anicetus was an ancient pope and martyr.

For centuries the most popular of all boy baby names, borne by saints, kings, and countless other illustrious notables, John is still in the Top 20. For a new spin …

A variant of classic James, Santiago is a literary name, the patron saint of Spain, and the capital city of Chile. Here are some alternatives!

St Veeps is one of many delightfully-named villages in Cornwall dedicated to a local saint. Little is known about the real Saint Veep, except that she lived around the …

Valentine is an attractive Shakespearean name with romantic associations, but those very ties to the saint and the sentimental holiday have sent it into a decline, one which we think …

Weighty, spiritual, and ambitious word names have become increasingly popular in recent years, with Messiah, Saint, and Chosen in the US Top 1000. Savoir feels a natural progression, and indeed …

Santiago Daniel combines two classic names with rich histories. Santiago, the Spanish form of Saint James, derives from the Hebrew name Ya'akov (Jacob) and means 'supplanter.' It carries strong …

Santiaco is a masculine name representing a variant spelling of Santiago, which combines Spanish 'Santo' (saint) and 'Iago' (James). Santiago honors St. James the Apostle, Spain's patron saint. This …

… John). This diminutive form adds the feminine suffix '-ita' to create a name meaning 'little Saint John' or 'daughter of Saint John.' The name has particular significance in Puerto Rico …

The name Pacificus has historical roots in Christian tradition, where it was adopted by several saints and religious figures for its peaceful meaning. Pacificus emerged during the early Christian era …

St. Merryn, the name of a Cornish town derived from Mirin, a 6th century Irish saint important in Scottish history often as Mirren, is sometimes used in modern times as …

A beautiful and evocative Greek mythology name which was also borne by a 4th century saint. A unique alternative to Theodora.

An ancient alternative to the modern Mac- names, this name was borne by two early saints.

Llogaia is a rare feminine name with Catalan origins, derived from the male name Llogai (Saint Llogai or Eulogius in English). The name has deep historical roots in Catalonia, particularly …

An unconventional way to Rosie or Rosa, borne by Generosa of Scillium, a martyr and saint from the 2nd century AD, Generosa is also used in Spanish and Italian as …

Ephrem is a spelling variation of the Biblical Ephraim, most often used for an early saint, Ephrem the Syrian, who was a 4th century theologian. This makes a cool, religiously …

Derived from the Greek elpis Elpidio is a hopeful name, associated with a 4th century saint said to have lived in a cave in Cappadocia for more than 20 years …

Dyfri has two possible origins: either it is a form of Dyfrig, an early British saint known in Latin as Dubricius and in French as Devereux... or it is a …

Sometimes used in Mexico, Cutberto has a fresher sound than its clunky English form. A saintly name, it's associated with a 6th century hermit and miracle performer.

A popular choice in Ireland, Clodagh was the name of a river and later a saint. The "cloddy" aspect of the name has prevented it from spreading beyond Ireland, but …

Ultimately from the Old Irish Bláán, this surname (notably borne by a 6th-century Scottish saint) may appeal to fans of Blair. Colorful in meaning, it is more popularly spelled …

A variation of the Irish name Ailbhe, Ailbe is notably associated with a 6th-century saint, known for founding a monastery at Emly in Munster. While the Ailbhe form is …

Classic Samuel and sweet short forms Sam and Sammy have been worn by saints and celebrities, founding fathers and TV characters. Here are some alternatives!

For your little king or queen because nowadays everyone is naming their baby Saint or Reign

Zoilos or Zoilus was an Ancient Greek philosopher, a critic of Homer. There was also a saint Zoilus, a martyr killed in Spain. Feminine forms include Zoila and Ziola.

Yague is a rare masculine name of Spanish origin, possibly derived from the medieval name Santiago (Saint James) or related to geographic locations like the Yagüe area in Spain. In …

Sinclaire is an elegant feminine name with French and Scottish origins. It derives from the French 'Saint Clair,' meaning 'holy light' or 'famous,' and was originally a surname for someone …

The modern Greek transcription of the ancient Sabbas, this name is historically associated with the Patron saint of Serbia, a 4th century Christian martyr, and a 5th Cappadocian monk and …

Santinia is a feminine name with Latin and Italian roots, derived from "sanctus" meaning "holy" or "saint." It appears to be an elaborated feminine form of the masculine Santino, which …

Santina is a feminine name of Italian origin, functioning as a diminutive form of Santa, meaning "saint" or "holy." The suffix "-ina" adds an endearing quality, essentially meaning "little saint …

Santiago De Jesus combines two significant Spanish Christian names. Santiago, the Spanish form of Saint James (Sant Iago), refers to one of Jesus's apostles and the patron saint of …

Malkolm is an alternative spelling of Malcolm, a name with Scottish Gaelic origins meaning 'devotee of Saint Columba' or 'follower of Columba.' This variation maintains the traditional pronunciation while offering …

Killian – aka Cillian – is a spirited yet resonant Gaelic name that was borne by several Irish saints and could make a distinctive replacement for the dated Kelly. Kylian is another …

St. Keverne is a town on Cornwall's Lizard Peninsula and also the name of an ancient saint. While the name is virtually unused for children in the modern world …

A succinct and charming short form of the Lithuanian Kazimieras, a variation of the stately and saintly names, Kazimierz and Casimir. Derived from the Slavic elements kaziti and miru, its …

A rare and slightly whimsical form of Gwenael (or Gwenaël), this feminine form of the Breton saint's name blends gthe elements gwenn meaning "blessed, white", and hael meaning "generous …

Faron, a soft and gentle name, has a diverse group of references. There was the medieval Saint Faron, Bishop of Meaux (who has given his name to a cheese); Faron …

Evronie is an alluring variation of the German Apronia — and also the name of a German saint in the 6th century.

Derived from the old Gaelic surname O' Beigleighinn, Baglan was the name of a 6th-century Saint and missionary.

This is a name from ancient Britain: St Adwen was one of many fifth-century Welsh saints of whom little more is known than their name. It survives in St …

Names found in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints' Book of Mormon from Alma to Zeezrom

Portuguese form of Zephyrinus, deriving from the name of the Greek god of the west wind, Zephyr. Saint Zephyrinus was a 3rd-century pope.