Names I'll Probably Never Use

One for the truly adventurous baby namers, or perhaps an unexpected middle name to liven up a more traditional first. But on trend short form Bo does make it feel a little more accessible.

Associated with a vivid red-orange-colored lacquer, would make a more than distinctive color-related choice.

Young French actress and singer Cylia Malki put this international short form of Priscilla into the mix.

Emiliano is an appealing Latinate version of Emil, with the same gentle sounds but additional flair. Popular in Chile and Mexico, where it ranks in the Top 20, Emiliano is also a rising name in the US.

Giacomo is a primo member of the Giovanni-Gino-Giancarlo-Giacomo gruppo of Italian names that are beginning to be adopted by American parents. Singer/creative baby namer Sting chose it for his son.

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

Jago is a dashing alternative to overused favorite Jacob.

Kenzo is a common Japanese name with several creative bearers: the single-named fashion designer, prizewinning architect Kenzo Takada, and painter Kenzo Okada, which makes it internationally recognizable.

Lucianlucan is an uncommon masculine name that appears to be a combination of two distinct names: Lucian and Lucan. Lucian derives from Latin 'Lucianus,' meaning 'light' or 'illumination,' while Lucan comes from the Roman family name 'Lucanus.' Both names share classical Roman heritage and connotations of brightness and enlightenment. The compound formation Lucianlucan is extremely rare in contemporary usage, potentially created as a unique double name. Its literary and historical associations give it an intellectual, scholarly character, though its length and unusual structure might present practical challenges. Parents choosing this name likely appreciate its classical roots and distinctive quality.

A vibrant, operatic choice with plenty of flair and plenty of familiarity too. Popular in Italy, Chile, Uruguay, and Brazil, it also ranks in the Top 500 in France and the US. Operatic tenor Luciano Pavarotti and football manager Luciano Spalletti are two notable bearers

Projects an air of power and speed.