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_Mermaid
By _Mermaid
Updated Mon Feb 27 2023
If I were to have a baby boy #2...not trying to jinx it though lol :)
  1. Dante

    • Origin:

      Latin diminutive of Durant

    • Meaning:

      "enduring"

    • Description:

      Though closely associated with the great medieval Florentine poet Dante Alighieri -- who's so famous most people skip the last name -- it's not as much of a one-man name as you might think. Heck, it's not even a one-poet name, thanks to British pre-Rapahaelite Dante Gabriel Rosetti. Though especially well used in the Italian-American community, it would make a striking name for any little boy.
  2. Elijah

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "Yahweh is God"

    • Description:

      The Top 10 boys' name Elijah is derived from the Hebrew name Eliyahu, composed of the elements ’el and yah, both of which refer to God. In the Old Testament, Elijah was the prophet who went to heaven in a chariot of fire, a story sure to inspire any young Elijah.
  3. Asa

    • Origin:

      Hebrew; Japanese

    • Meaning:

      "healer; born in the morning"

    • Description:

      A short but strong biblical name with multicultural appeal, Asa is enjoying new visibility thanks to hot young actor Asa Butterfield of Hugo fame.
  4. Zane

    • Origin:

      Possible variation of John

    • Meaning:

      "God is gracious"

    • Description:

      Western novelist Zane (born Pearl!) Grey made this name famous. Now, it's in tune with the style of our times, retaining that appealing cowboy image.
  5. Dion

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Dionysius, Greek

    • Meaning:

      "child of heaven and earth; of Zeus"

    • Description:

      A variation of Greek Dionysius, itself derived from the name of the god of wine, revelry, and dance, Dion gives a nod to mythology while also having historical ties to a student of Plato, to a Greek mathematician and to 1st century writer and historian.

      As a contemporary name, it came into popular use in the late 1950s and remained in the Top 1000 until 2006. It has dipped in and out of the charts since then, and is still given to a not insignificant 200 boys each year.
  6. Zion

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "highest point"

    • Description:

      Zion has taken off in recent years, particularly after singer Lauryn Hill used it for her son back in 1997 and incorporated the name into a hit song. It combines a user-friendly Ryan-Brian sound with the gravitas of religious significance and has that cool, on-trend Z initial. The Hebrew pronunciation is 'tzeeyon', though among English speakers, it will likely be said as ZY-on.
  7. Cash

    • Origin:

      Word name; also diminutive of Cassius

    • Meaning:

      "hollow"

    • Description:

      With the popular 'ash' sound and a contemporary feel, Cash is a widely used name in the US. Used occasionally before the 2000s, Cash really took off in 2003, following the death of American musical legend, Johnny Cash.
  8. Amir

    • Origin:

      Arabic or Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "prince, ruler; treetop"

    • Description:

      Concise, familiar and multicultural, Amir enjoys widespread popularity around the world. A common name in the Middle East and across Africa, it has been on the rise in the US since the late 70s, and in a recent year, sat within the Top 100.
  9. Cassidy

    • Origin:

      Irish

    • Meaning:

      "curly-headed"

    • Description:

      A lean and lanky Irish cowboy name with great nickname potential to boot (Cass or Sid are both options). This is one of the great under-rated American names!
  10. Royce

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "son of the king"

    • Description:

      It may seem like an indecisive cross between Roy and Reece, but Royce was fairly popular in the 1930s and '40s. It has seen a resurgence in recent years, helped by some well-known athlete bearers. The Latin pop singer Prince Royce also has brought renown to the name. And some aspirational parents may see the name as a way to associate with the Rolls-Royce brand.
  11. Remington

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "place on a riverbank"

    • Description:

      Remington Steele was the perfect name for an upper-crust action hero on 1980s television. Now, Remington is catching fire along with a new generation of predatory baby boy names such as Hunter, Gunner, and Colt. Or you might consider it a unisex namewith a buttoned-up British feel and the friendly short form Rem or Remy.
  12. Kayden

    • Origin:

      Modern invented name

    • Description:

      This member of the aden/ayden extended family is a popular choice not only in the US but across the pond in England, Wales and Scotland as well. Angie Everhart has a son named Kayden Bobby.
  13. Jessie

    • Origin:

      Variation of Jesse

    • Description:

      The -ie version is usually for girls, with the simple e ending—pronounced the same as Jessie—for boys, though the spellings sometimes cross gender lines.
  14. Jody

    • Origin:

      Variation or diminutive of Joseph

    • Meaning:

      "Jehovah increases"

    • Description:

      Quintessentially sweet and innocent unisex name of the 1960s and 70s, now gone the way of hot pants and disco balls.
  15. Tracy

    • Origin:

      French

    • Meaning:

      "of Thracia"

    • Description:

      Almost always a girl's name now.
  16. Kody

    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of Cody

    • Description:

      Both Kody and Cody — shining stars of the 90s — are in decline, although more people are choosing Cody than Kody.
  17. Kobi

    • Description:

      Kobi is a masculine name with multicultural origins. In Hebrew, it's a diminutive of Jacob (meaning 'supplanter') or a variant of Koby, sometimes used as a nickname for Yaakov. The name gained recognition through basketball legend Kobe Bryant, though his name has different Japanese origins. Kobi also appears in African naming traditions, particularly in Ghana. The name is appreciated for its brevity, modern sound, and cross-cultural appeal. While not among the most common names in Western countries, Kobi has seen increased usage since the 1990s. Its international versatility and contemporary feel make it attractive to parents seeking a name that works well across different cultures while remaining distinctive and memorable.

  18. Sharif

    • Origin:

      Arabic

    • Meaning:

      "the honorable one"

    • Description:

      Long associated with Egyptian-born actor/bridge expert Omar Sharif, also a title bestowed on descendants of Muhammad.
  19. Hassan

    • Origin:

      Arabic

    • Meaning:

      "handsome"

    • Description:

      Hassan is among the more familiar Arabic choices, and also one with an attractive meaning. It has appeared in the US Top 1000 every year since 1971.
  20. Kenyatta

    • Origin:

      African hero name

    • Description:

      Used to honor Jomo Kenyatta, the first president of the independent Kenyan republic. The problem: with the name Kenya now used largely for girls, along with the vowel ending, Kenyatta sounds fairly feminine.