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  1. Ragnar

    • Origin:

      Norse

    • Meaning:

      "powerful army; wise warrior; counsel from the army"

    • Description:

      An fearsome old Norse name with a long history in Scandinavia. It's gotten a boost in the States from popularity of the History Channel drama "Vikings," in which the protagonist is named Ragnar. Ragnar Lodbrok (meaning "shaggy pants") was a legendary warrior whose story was told in the Viking sagas. Ragnar also recalls name of the Norse Judgment Day, Ragnarök.
  2. Nero

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "stern"

    • Description:

      The association with the infamous Nero, the fiddling Roman emperor, would be unavoidable. But there was also the detective Nero Wolfe, hero of many mystery stories.
  3. Harmony

    • Origin:

      Word name

    • Meaning:

      "harmony"

    • Description:

      If Melody and Lyric are on your style sheet, the peaceful Harmony, popularized by Buffy the Vampire Slayer, should be too. Girls names starting with the "Har" sound like Harper, Harley, and Harlow have been trending in recent years. This musical choice fits right in, and it is no wonder that Harmony has been in the Top 200 since 2014.
  4. Claudius

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "lame; enclosure"

    • Description:

      Claudius is one of the most user-friendly of the ancient Roman names – even though it's associated with the villainous character in Shakespeare's Hamlet. But as with feminine form Claudia, the "lame" meaning may stymie the rise of Claudius. Some etymologists theorize that the name may relate to the word for enclosure or clause, an alternate meaning that may appeal to a child with a form of this otherwise-appealing name.
  5. Loran

    • Description:

      Loran is a versatile masculine name with multiple possible origins. It may derive from the Latin 'Laurentius' meaning 'from Laurentum' or 'crowned with laurel,' or it might be an anglicized form of the Irish name Labhrán. The name also has connections to LORAN (Long Range Navigation), a radio navigation system. In some European contexts, it appears as a variant of Laurent or Lorenzo. Loran strikes a balance between familiar and distinctive, with a strong, straightforward sound. While never extremely common, it saw modest usage in the United States during the mid-20th century. The name carries connotations of strength and clarity, perhaps influenced by its navigational associations.

  6. Lorn

    • Description:

      Lorn is a masculine name with Scottish origins, derived from the Gaelic term 'lorn' meaning 'forsaken' or 'lost.' It also exists as a geographic name, referring to the region of Lorne in Scotland. As a personal name, Lorn has medieval roots but remains quite rare in modern usage. The name shares sounds with more common names like Loren or Lawrence but maintains a distinctive brevity and strength. In literature and media, the name occasionally appears with associations to Scottish heritage or fantasy contexts. Its uncommon nature gives it a certain mystique and appeal for parents seeking a short, strong-sounding masculine name with historical depth and Celtic connections.

  7. Priam

    • Origin:

      Greek mythology name

    • Description:

      In ancient Greek mythology, a Trojan king with fifty children; in the modern world it sounds more like a computer language or environmentally correct car.
  8. Roque

    • Description:

      Roque is a distinctive masculine name with Spanish and Portuguese origins, derived from the Germanic element 'hrok' meaning 'rest' or from the medieval Latin 'rocca' meaning 'rock'. In Spanish-speaking countries, it's pronounced 'ROH-keh' and carries connotations of strength and steadfastness. The name gained religious significance through Saint Roch (Roque in Spanish), a 14th-century French nobleman who ministered to plague victims. Roque has maintained consistent usage in Hispanic and Latin American cultures but remains relatively uncommon in English-speaking countries, making it an intriguing cross-cultural option. The name offers a strong, concise sound with international appeal. In chess terminology, 'roque' was once used as an alternative term for castling, adding an intellectual dimension to this name's rich cultural associations.
  9. Holiday

    • Origin:

      English word name

    • Meaning:

      "holy day"

    • Description:

      A fun and confident choice, Holiday is a celebratory name, particularly associated with Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hannukah, and New Year, and with rest, leisure, and vacations more generally. Fitting for a winter baby, but totally sunny too, it comes from the Old English hāligdæg meaning "holy day" as it was originally used to mark religious festivals and celebrations.
  10. Pollux

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "crown"

    • Description:

      Castor's twin in the constellation Gemini. That final x makes this name modern and cool.
  11. Aja

    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of Aya or Hindi

    • Meaning:

      "goat"

    • Description:

      Sounds like and is often confused with Asia, though it has an air of retro cool via the seminal Steely Dan album. Or, pronounced eye-ah, it can be an alternate spelling of the international favorite Aya.
  12. Orion

    • Origin:

      Greek mythology name

    • Description:

      The Greek mythological hunter who was turned into a constellation is much more often used for boys.
  13. Arria

    • Origin:

      Latin, thin"

    • Description:

      The name of a woman who played a dramatic role in ancient Roman legend, it seems quite slight for modern use. Variation: ARIA
  14. Evey

    • Description:

      Evey is a feminine name with multiple potential origins, most commonly functioning as a diminutive of names like Eve, Evelyn, or Genevieve. The name has a sweet, vintage charm with its two-syllable structure and friendly '-ey' ending. While never reaching mainstream popularity, Evey has maintained a quiet presence throughout naming history. The name gained some recognition following the 2005 film 'V for Vendetta,' which featured a protagonist by this name. Evey offers a playful alternative to the more formal Eve, combining simplicity with a touch of whimsy. The name carries connotations of innocence and gentleness while remaining distinct among the more common Eve variations.
  15. Deanna

    • Origin:

      English variation of Diana, Latin, feminization of Dean

    • Meaning:

      "divine; church official"

    • Description:

      Though still being used, Deanna peaked many decades ago.
  16. Dancer

    • Origin:

      English word name

    • Description:

      Dancer feels like a name ready to leap into the charts with its sense of life and joy; and if names like Hunter and Archer can be used, why not Dancer. There will be some danger of other kids relating this one to Santa's reindeer and it might make a good name for a Christmas baby, but that might be a positive connotation for a child.
  17. Agrippina

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "born feetfirst"

    • Description:

      A name with a rich history in Ancient Greece and Rome, Agrippina was the sister of Caligula and mother of Nero, who had her murdered. The original male version, Agrippa, can also used for girls. The name Agrippina arose in ancient times to further distinguish it as a feminine form of Agrippa.
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