Trashy Baby Names
- Danika
Origin:
Eastern EuropeanMeaning:
"morning star"Description:
Spelling variation of Danica with a modern update.
- Johnny
Origin:
Diminutive of JohnMeaning:
"God is gracious"Description:
The ultimate midcentury nickname, retaining a good measure of retro charm, was chosen for her son by Mira Sorvino.
- Infinity
Origin:
Word nameDescription:
Infinity is a name that could have a long, bright future ahead of it, with its bold meaning and fashionable sound. It's an awful lot of name to pull off, but if Destiny can do it...
- Jolene
Origin:
Invented nameDescription:
While for some, it may feel stuck in the shadow of the Dolly Parton song, Jolene re-entered the charts in 2010 and has seen increased use in recent years, ranking in the US Top 700 in the latest count. Tuneful and spirited, it combines the 'Jo' sound of Joanne, Josephine, and similar, with the lene suffix. As such, it could be said to share their meanings, "God is gracious" and "Jehovah increases".
- Diamond
Origin:
Word name, English from GreekMeaning:
"diamond"Description:
Diamond sparkled all through the nineties--reaching as high as Number 150 in 1999. Although its shine has diminished quite a bit, it remains in use.
- Moxie
Origin:
English slangMeaning:
"aggressive energy, know-how"Description:
Like Penn Jillette, you can have your own little brash babe.
- Dijon
Origin:
French place-nameDescription:
Dijon is the capital city of the Burgundy region of eastern France, famed for its wine and yes, its mustard. As a first name, it's been brought to wider attention by a few prominent musicians and could grow in use.
- Maribella
Origin:
English, combination of Mary and BellaMeaning:
"drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved + beautiful"Description:
Frilly but undeniably beautiful. The meaning of Mary is uncertain, but theories include "drop of the sea" (from Hebrew roots mar "drop" and yam "sea"); "bitter" (from Hebrew marah "bitterness"); and "beloved" (from the Egyptian root mr).
- Zackery
Description:
Zackery is a variant spelling of Zachary, a masculine name with Hebrew origins meaning 'God has remembered.' This alternate spelling emerged in the late 20th century as parents sought more distinctive versions of traditional names. While Zachary has been consistently popular since the 1970s, Zackery represents a more modern, phonetic approach to the classic name. The name carries biblical significance as Zacharias was the father of John the Baptist in the New Testament. Zackery peaked in usage during the 1990s but never achieved the same popularity as the traditional spelling. The name offers friendly nicknames like Zack or Zak while maintaining a full formal option. Its contemporary spelling adds a fresh touch to this timeless name.
- Aja
Origin:
Spelling variation of Aya or HindiMeaning:
"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.
- Prince
Origin:
LatinMeaning:
"chief, prince"Description:
Prince rose to its highest ranking in a century in 2015, and the tragic death of its most famous bearer in April 2016 propelled it even higher. The Purple Rain legend isn't its only tie to pop royalty: Michael Jackson chose it for not one but two of his sons. Royal names such as King and Prince, once thought of as canine, have begun to be used by human non-royals for their sons.
- Jadon
Origin:
HebrewMeaning:
"God has heard"Description:
The authentic Biblical form of a name that has become even more popular alongside Jaden, Jayden, Jaidan et al. Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith, whose children are named creatively after their parents as Willow and Jaden, helped launch the trend. This spelling peaked at Number 372 in 2003, though it has dropped drastically in usage over the last decade.
- Merry
Origin:
EnglishMeaning:
"lighthearted, happy"Description:
She'd better be. Merry is one of the classic names for Christmas babies.
- Fifi
Origin:
French diminutive of Josephine, HebrewMeaning:
"Jehovah increases"Description:
Fifi is a perfect name -- for a French poodle. But Fifi may seem more child-friendly as names like Coco and Lulu rise. Fifi in its fluffiness also balances the seriousness of such full names as Josephine or Federica.
- Napoleon
Origin:
GreekMeaning:
"lion of the new city"Description:
Overly ambitious choice, recently borne by the hapless hero of cult movie hit Napoleon Dynamite.
- Jim
Origin:
English, diminutive of JamesMeaning:
"supplanter"Description:
Peaked in the 1940s, but still an amiable classic, a la Joe and Tom -- though rarely used on its own.
- North
Origin:
Word nameDescription:
North's image and gender status was irrevocably changed when Kim Kardashian and Kanye West announced it as the name of their newborn daughter. But why not? West is firmly established as a name, Easton is coming up strong, and North has a nice solid sound as well -- certainly as appropriate for either gender. South, though, not so much.
- Anji
Description:
Anji is a feminine name with multiple potential origins. It may be a variant spelling of Angie, which is a diminutive of Angela, derived from Greek meaning 'messenger' or 'angel.' Alternatively, it could have Sanskrit roots where it means 'offering' or could be related to the Japanese name Anzu meaning 'apricot.' The simplified spelling gives the name a modern, concise quality while maintaining the familiar sound. As a standalone name rather than a nickname, Anji has limited usage in official records but offers an appealing alternative to more common Angela derivatives. The name's cross-cultural possibilities make it versatile for diverse families. Anji's brevity and friendly sound create an approachable, warm impression, appealing to parents seeking something short yet complete, with an international flavor that works well across language boundaries.
- Londyn
Origin:
Spelling variation of London, place nameDescription:
Londyn is now a more popular name than the original London for girls. Some parents feel that varying the spelling nudges the name away from over-identification with the British capitol. Substituting a y for another vowel is also seen by some as more feminine. For boys, London is five times as popular as Londyn -- though both variations are far more popular for girls.
- Lamont
Origin:
ScandinavianMeaning:
"man of law"Description:
Outmoded comic book choice.
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