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Shiloh
Hebrew
"tranquil"
Haunting biblical and Civil War place-name; now unisex—especially after the mega-high-profile Brangelina couple picked it for their daughter. It debuted in the Top 1000 for boys in 2015. Many people…
Ridge
English word name
"an elevated body part or structure"
Ridge may be the quintessential daytime drama name, but it's still better than most. This is one word name rising rapidly through the ranks, reentering the US Top 1000 in 2015 for the first time…
Sloan
Spelling variation of Sloane
Less popular than the Bueller-inspired Sloane but following on its coattails, this name ranks toward the middle of the Top 1000, but we see both spellings sticking around for years to come.
Belden
English from French
"pretty valley"
Belden is a little-used surname-name that might work in this age of Belles.
Chesley
Chesley is a masculine name of Old English origin meaning 'camp clearing' or 'meadow settlement.' With roots as an English surname, it transitioned to occasional first-name use in the 19th century.…
Ciprien
Ciprien is a masculine name derived from the Latin Cyprianus, meaning "from Cyprus" or "man from Cyprus," the Mediterranean island. This uncommon variation of the more familiar Cyprian connects to…
Coltrane
Irish surname
"descendant of Coltarán"
The great sax player John Coltrane could be a cool naming inspiration for a jazz fan. Plus, it gives you stylish nickname Colt, if you didn't love Colton or Colter. From it's Irish roots, it means…
Cretien
Cretien is a masculine name with French and Dutch origins, representing a variation of Christian. Derived from the Latin 'Christianus,' meaning 'follower of Christ,' this name has deep religious…
Eberhardt
Eberhardt is a strong masculine name of German origin, combining the Old German elements 'eber' meaning 'wild boar' and 'hard' meaning 'brave' or 'strong.' The wild boar was a symbol of courage and…
Everhart
Everhart is a masculine name with Germanic origins, functioning both as a surname and given name. Combining the elements 'ever' (meaning 'boar' or sometimes interpreted as 'strong') and 'hart'…
Felicien
Felicien is a refined masculine name with Latin roots, derived from 'felix' meaning 'happy,' 'fortunate,' or 'successful.' Most common in French-speaking regions and countries with French cultural…
Flainn
Flainn is a masculine name of Irish Gaelic origin, derived from the word 'flann,' meaning 'red' or 'ruddy.' Historically, it would have often been given to someone with reddish hair or a ruddy…
Folant
Folant is a rare masculine name with possible Germanic or Eastern European origins. The name may be related to archaic terms meaning "wanderer" or "traveler," though its exact etymology remains…
Hartwell
English surname
"stag stream"
Lovers of Maxwell might like this more unusual – but no less distinguished – surname name, with its adorable nickname of Hart.
Jove
Mythological name
Another name for Jupiter, king of the Roman gods, this jovial name is eminently ready for modern use. Feminine variations include Jovita and Jovie.
Junot
Spanish variation of Junius
Junot, which sounds like the goddess and indie movie name "Juno" and the Alaskan place name Juneau, is actually someting completely different. The literati will recognize the unusual name of writer…
Odale
Odale is an uncommon masculine name with potential roots in several linguistic traditions. It may relate to Germanic elements where 'odal' referred to ancestral property or heritage, connecting it to…
Orelia
Orelia is a melodious feminine name with Latin roots, derived from 'aurum' meaning 'gold.' It's closely related to Aurelia and can be considered a variant form. The name evokes a sense of…
Peregrine
Latin
"traveler, pilgrim"
Peregrine is considered to be an elegantly aristocratic name in England, but has never made it to the U.S., where it has been seen as extravagantly eccentric. In the new naming climate, though, it's…
Perrin
Variation of Perry or Peter, English or Greek
"dweller near the pear tree or rock, stone"
Perrin has been in long use as a surname, derived from Peter, and is now used quietly as a first name. It may rise higher now that it's a character name in the popular TV adaptation of Robert…