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Italian word name
"proud"
Fiery sound and uplifting meaning, but it's also among the Top 100 dog names. Spelled Fiyero, it's the hero of the book and musical "Wicked."
Kos is a concise masculine name with multiple cultural origins. In Greek, it refers to the beautiful Aegean island of Kos, giving the name geographical significance. In Hungarian contexts, it can be…
Welsh, meaning unknown
Especially if you have Welsh roots, this prominent saint's name could be an interesting and more masculine alternative to Taylor.
English
"God of two worlds"
Combining elements of the popular Theodore and the old-fashioned Edmund, the name Theomund is a bold but grounded choice. Strong and solid in feel, it also offers the nicknames Ted, Teddy, Theo, or…
Latin from Greek
"honor"
Timaeus is an ancient name that appears in both Plato's Dialogues and in the New Testament. Might make a so-old-it's-new-again version of Timothy. The feminine variation is Timea.
Polish variation of Matthew, Hebrew
"gift of God"
The pronunciation barrier looms large, but Maciej has such a pleasant sound, we think it deserves a second look. Maciej was previously a Top 10 name in its native Poland but has been gradually…
Tristano is the Italian form of Tristan, a name with Celtic origins meaning 'tumult' or 'outcry.' Steeped in romantic tradition, Tristano evokes the legendary tale of Tristan and Isolde, bringing…
Greek
"safe strength"
The name of two Biblical figures, one a supporter of St. Paul and the other a Corinthian ruler. Virtually unknown in the U.S. but used in the form Sosthene in modern France.
"craftsman"
Name of a tragic mythological hero, used as a surname in the works of James Joyce; heavy but ponderous for an American boy, though pulled off very well by single-name musician Daedalus and writer and…
Irish
"rich protection"
Variant of Eamonn, itself a form of Edmund
Sencio is an uncommon masculine name with possible Latin or Spanish origins. It may derive from the Latin "sentire" (to feel or perceive), suggesting sensitivity or perception. Alternatively, it…
Amerigo is a masculine Italian name best known through the explorer Amerigo Vespucci, for whom the Americas were named. Derived from Germanic elements, likely 'Amalric' or 'Emmerich,' combining words…
Matthaiso is an uncommon masculine name that appears to be a variant or elaboration of Matthew (Matthaios in Greek). The name ultimately derives from the Hebrew name Mattityahu, meaning 'gift of…
French form of Octavius, Latin, or English word name
"eighth; musical and poetry term"
Octave shortens Octavius to a more manageable length, keeping the "eighth" meaning. In English speaking countries, however, people could easily confuse this with the musical and poetrry term octave .…
Barzillai is a biblical masculine name of Hebrew origin meaning 'man of iron' or 'strong.' In the Old Testament, Barzillai was a Gileadite who showed loyalty to King David during Absalom's rebellion,…
Latin, Greek, Persian, "family"
"family"
A striking, unflowery girls name, Tomyris could work for parents looking for a distinctive choice with a strong namesake. Tomyris was a 6th century warrior queen of the Massagetae (modern-day…
French surname, possibly meaning "cheerful"
"cheerful"
Allaire, a last name in France. could make a first, with its light and airy feel.
Greek variation of Pascal, "of the Passover; Easter"
"of the Passover; Easter"
Kiryl is a masculine name of Slavic origin, primarily used in Belarus, Russia, and other Eastern European countries. It represents a variant of the name Cyril, which derives from the Greek name…
Olek is a masculine name of Slavic origin, primarily used in Polish culture. It functions as a diminutive or nickname for Aleksander (Alexander), creating a friendly, approachable alternative to the…
