Interesting Boy Names

A somewhat solemn appellation, Anselm is a saint's name, connected to the twelfth century archbishop of Canterbury, and in modern times tied to the German neo-expressionist painter Anselm Kiefer.

Calixto is known in Spain as the name of three popes, one of whom was the martyr, Callixtus I, regarded as a saint. Calixto has a lot of energy and futuristic spirit, thanks in part to the attention-grabbing 'x.' He is the main character in the Spanish classic, Fernando de Rojas's Tragicomedy of Calixto and Melibea.

The Greek form of Elijah.

Lachlan is as Scottish as haggis and tartan plaid kilts—a favorite used throughout England, Scotland, Australia, and New Zealand—and just beginning to be noticed in the US: it reached the Top 1000 for the first time in 2013. An ancient name, Lachlan was originally used to describe the Viking invaders of Scotland, those from the land of the lochs.

Thayne is a distinctive masculine name with multiple possible origins. It may derive from an English surname meaning 'thane's land' (referring to a medieval Scottish or Anglo-Saxon nobleman), or it could be related to the Welsh name meaning 'follower.' Some sources suggest it may have Norse roots. Thayne remains uncommon in most English-speaking countries, giving it a unique appeal for parents seeking distinctive names. The name has a strong, masculine sound with its single syllable and 'th' beginning, which conveys a sense of strength and reliability. In the United States, Thayne saw modest usage beginning in the mid-20th century but has never entered mainstream popularity, maintaining its status as a rare and distinctive choice.

Theon, an ancient name attached to a noted Greek teacher of mathematics and astronomy, also father to the first woman mathematician, might appeal to parents in this field. You can think of Theon as Theo with something a little extra.

Intriguing way to signal Welsh ancestry; more unusual than Wallace.