Rook and Posey's little bro

Atlas is one of those names that was previously thought too powerful for a baby boy, who would have to be strong enough to carry the world on his shoulders. Now Atlas has joined the pantheon of Greek and Roman god and goddess names in the realm of possibility, along with Mars, Zeus and Apollo.

Short, sharp, and cool, Jett is a contemporary choice that connotes both gemstones and jet engines. Rarely used before the 90s, John Travolta, and then George Lucas, helped to put the name on the map by choosing it for their sons.

Orion is a rising star, with both mythical and celestial overtones.

Pheonix is a masculine name variant of Phoenix, which derives from Greek mythology representing a bird that cyclically regenerates, rising from its own ashes. This alternate spelling has gained modest popularity as parents seek unique variations of familiar names. While the traditional 'Phoenix' spelling is more common, 'Pheonix' has its own following. The name symbolizes rebirth, transformation, and resilience—powerful qualities many parents wish for their children. Its rising usage coincides with the trend toward meaningful names with symbolic significance. The name carries a contemporary, distinctive feeling while maintaining connection to ancient mythology. Pheonix blends strength with the mystical, appealing to parents drawn to names that suggest extraordinary potential.

River shares the tranquil feeling of all the water names, and seems to have pretty much escaped its past strong association with River Phoenix and his unfortunate fate. Actor Joaquin Phoenix named his son with actress Rooney Mara after his brother River.

This sleek, warm-hued spelling spin on Rowan was chosen by Sharon Stone for one of her three sons back in the 2000s and it has since risen in popularity in the US. While it remains a long way behind its sometimes sound-alike Rowan, it was still given to more than 100 babies in a recent year.

This name of both a grayish-greenish-blue color and a kind of wild duck can be used for both boys and girls.