​
​
Advanced Search

Miss Peregrine's Peculiar Children Names

  1. Abraham

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "father of multitudes"

    • Description:

      Abraham is among the most classic baby names that's still widely-used today, popular for its references to both the Bible and American history. The Biblical Abraham was the first of the Old Testament patriarchs and is considered the founding father of the Jewish people. He was originally named Abram, until, according to Genesis, he was told, "No longer shall your name be Abram, but your name shall be Abraham, for I have made you the father of a multitude of nations."
  2. Addison

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "son of Adam"

    • Description:

      Despite its origin as a patronymic meaning "son of Adam", Addison really caught on for baby girls in the US around the turn of the millennium, following in Madison's footsteps to peak at #11 in 2007 and again in 2010.
  3. Alma

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "nurturing, soul"

    • Description:

      Alma is a somewhat solemn, soulful name that had a burst of popularity a century ago, then faded into the flowered wallpaper, and is now finding its footing once more.
  4. Althea

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "with healing power"

    • Description:

      Althea is a poetic, almost ethereal name found in Greek myth and pastoral poetry, associated in modern times with the great tennis player Althea Gibson, the first African-American to win at Wimbledon.
  5. Asgard
    • Bronwyn

      • Origin:

        Welsh

      • Meaning:

        "white breast"

      • Description:

        One of the loveliest of the Welsh names, striking the perfect balance between being familiar and unusual. In Wales, the female spelling is always Bronwen, but Americans usually see a "y" as adding femininity.
    • Balenciaga
      • Bekhir
        • Claire

          • Origin:

            French form of Clara

          • Meaning:

            "bright, clear"

          • Description:

            Claire, luminous, simple, and strong, is one of those special names that is familiar yet distinctive, feminine but not frilly, combining historical depth with a modern edge. And though Claire is enjoying revived popularity, it will never be seen as trendy. Claire is also a great middle name choice.
        • Cuthbert

          • Origin:

            English

          • Meaning:

            "famous, brilliant"

          • Description:

            Years ago we might have said that this name was unthinkable, but with old-fashioned names being so popular right now (consider Atticus, Leonidas, Arthur, Jasper, Augustus etc) what's to stop Cuthbert from becoming more wearable? Bertie is a cute (and very fashionable) nickname option for this grand old name.
        • Caul
          • Deirdre

            • Origin:

              Irish

            • Meaning:

              "sorrowful"

            • Description:

              Sadly, this strong Celtic name often has "of the sorrows" attached to it because of the tragic character in Irish legend. Also a bit drab when compared with newer Irish imports.
          • Edvard

            • Description:

              Edvard is a masculine name of Scandinavian and Eastern European origin, representing a variant of Edward. The name combines the Old English elements 'ead' meaning 'wealth' or 'fortune' and 'weard' meaning 'guardian,' thus translating to 'wealthy guardian' or 'prosperous protector.' Notable bearers include the Norwegian composer Edvard Grieg and the expressionist painter Edvard Munch, creator of 'The Scream.' While Edward remains more common in English-speaking countries, Edvard is particularly popular in Norway, Sweden, and parts of Eastern Europe. The name carries an air of sophistication and cultural depth, with its continental European spelling offering a distinctive alternative to the more common Edward while maintaining the same classic heritage and meaning.
          • Emma

            • Origin:

              German

            • Meaning:

              "universal"

            • Description:

              Emma has now been among the top girl names in the United States for several years, claiming the Number 1 crown in 2008 and again from 2015 to 2018 before dropping back to second place.
          • Enoch

            • Origin:

              Hebrew

            • Meaning:

              "dedicated"

            • Description:

              A major figure in the Old Testament, Enoch was the son of Jared, the father of Methuselah, and the great-grandfather of Noah whose Book of Enoch provides a focal point for ancient Jewish mysticism. Another Enoch was the son of Cain. "Enoch Arden" is a famous poem by Alfred, Lord Tennyson. On the negative side, British politician Enoch Powell gave the infamously racist Rivers of Blood anti-immigration speech, taking the name out of consideration for many parents in the UK.
          • Esme

            • Origin:

              French

            • Meaning:

              "beloved"

            • Description:

              Esmé comes from the past participle of the Old French verb esmer, meaing "to esteem" or "to love." It can also be considered a derivative of the Spanish name Esmeralda, which means "emerald".
          • Esmerelda

            • Description:

              Probably a spelling mistake for Esmeralda.
          • Englebert
            • Fergus

              • Origin:

                Scottish and Irish

              • Meaning:

                "man of force"

              • Description:

                In Celtic lore, Fergus was the ideal of manly courage, making it a charming, slightly quirky Scottish and Irish favorite.
            • Fiona

              • Origin:

                Scottish

              • Meaning:

                "white, fair"

              • Description:

                Fiona entered the American consciousness with the opening of the 1954 Broadway musical Brigadoon, but didn't come onto the U.S. popularity list until 1990.
            • Franklin

              • Origin:

                English

              • Meaning:

                "free landholder"

              • Description:

                A doubly Presidential name, via Pierce and Roosevelt, Franklin was given an initial boost via the fame of Benjamin Franklin. It also has a literary tie to the main character of the Wilkie Collins classic The Moonstone.
            • Hildy

              • Description:

                Hildy is a feminine name that functions primarily as a diminutive of Hildegard, a powerful Germanic name meaning "battle stronghold" or "protected in battle." This shortened form transforms the strong, traditional Hildegard into something more playful and approachable. Hildy gained some recognition through characters in popular culture, including the film "His Girl Friday." While never extremely common, it saw modest usage in the mid-20th century. The name carries a vintage charm with its bright, cheerful sound and retro feel. Hildy strikes a balance between being recognizably traditional in its roots while having a distinctive quality that sets it apart. Women named Hildy might be perceived as having spirited, independent personalities with a touch of nostalgic charm and individuality.
            • Horace

              • Origin:

                Latin clan name

              • Meaning:

                "timekeeper"

              • Description:

                The ancient name Horace sounds fustily fuddy-duddy, and yet, with the resurrection of Homer, and the new interest in old Roman names...who knows.
            • Hugh

              • Origin:

                English from German

              • Meaning:

                "mind, intellect"

              • Description:

                Patrician to the core, Hugh was firmly in the Top 100 until 1903. It's never achieved those heights again, though it has always managed to remain in the Top 1000, scraping bottom at literally Number 1000 in 2006 before reversing course and heading back upwards.
            • Jack

              • Origin:

                English, diminutive of John

              • Meaning:

                "God is gracious"

              • Description:

                Jack may have fallen from its Number 1 place in England, but in the US it's as popular as it was at its height in the 1920s and 1930s. A durable, cheery, everyman form of John, Jack ranks as one of the most popular boy names starting with J.
            • Jacob

              • Origin:

                Hebrew

              • Meaning:

                "supplanter"

              • Description:

                Biblical Jacob ceded his Number 1 spot to biblical Noah, in 2013, after holding first place on the list of baby boy names from 1999 to 2012, given a huge boost by the Twilight phenomenon.
            • Joel

              • Origin:

                Hebrew

              • Meaning:

                "Jehovah is his God"

              • Description:

                In the Old Testament, Joel was one of King David's 'mighty men' and the name was taken up by the Puritans of the sixteenth century. In the mid 1960s, Joel entered the Top 100, and stayed there for about twenty years, as parents tried to jazz up and formalize old standby Joe by reviving this biblical name.
            • João
              • Lorraine

                • Origin:

                  French

                • Meaning:

                  "from the province of Lorraine"

                • Description:

                  Sweet Lorraine might just be old enough to be ripe for reconsideration. This French place name has moved in and out of fashion in the few hundred years it's been used as a girls' first name, somewhat influenced by the alternative name of Joan of Arc--Saint Joan of Lorraine. It was quite popular from the 1920s to the fifties, but has pretty much been in limbo since then.
              • Lavinia
                • Maryann

                  • Origin:

                    English, combination of Mary and Ann

                  • Meaning:

                    "drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved + grace"

                  • Description:

                    Combination of Mary and Ann which has been more popular than Marianne in recent years, although still below the Top 1000, after a peak in the 1940s.
                • Melina

                  • Origin:

                    Greek

                  • Meaning:

                    "little honey"

                  • Description:

                    This traditional Greek name has held somewhat steady in the lower half of the US Top 1000 for the past 25 years, which makes it a great option for parents looking for a name that both fits in and stands out.
                • Millard

                  • Origin:

                    Latin

                  • Meaning:

                    "caretaker of the mill"

                  • Description:

                    If you're looking for a presidential first name, keep looking.
                • Myron

                  • Origin:

                    Greek

                  • Meaning:

                    "fragrant, an aromatic shrub, myrrh"

                  • Description:

                    One of many M names -- including Murray, Melvin, Morton, Milton, and Marvin -- given to first-generation Jewish boys to replace the old-fashioned Moses. Now we'd pick Moses over any of them.
                • Nim

                  • Origin:

                    Modern invented name

                  • Description:

                    Australian writer Wendy Orr put this name on the map with her hit Nim's Island" series of children's books, about a smart young girl who lives on an island in the South Pacific. Abigail Breslin played Nim in a 2008 film adaptation of the book.
                • Olive

                  • Origin:

                    English, from Latin, nature name

                  • Meaning:

                    "olive tree"

                  • Description:

                    Though greatly overshadowed by the trendy Olivia, Olive has a quiet, subtle appeal of its own -- and is now enjoying a remarkable comeback. Olive is one of only four girl names starting with O on the US Top 1000. Cool couple Isla Fisher and Sacha Baron Cohen chose it for their daughter, reviving the name to stylishness, and now Drew Barrymore has a little Olive too, as has country singer Jake Owen.
                • Ollie

                  • Origin:

                    Diminutive of Oliver, Latin

                  • Meaning:

                    "olive tree"

                  • Description:

                    Down-home nickname name once associated with the friendly dragon on kids' TV. As Oliver rises, we may well hear more Ollies.
                • Peter

                  • Origin:

                    Greek

                  • Meaning:

                    "rock, stone"

                  • Description:

                    Peter is derived from the Greek Petros, meaning "rock" or "stone." One of the most important figures in the Christian hagiography is Saint Peter, keeper of the Gates of Heaven. Born Simon bar Jonah, he was given the nickname Peter by Jesus, to signify that he would be the rock on which Christ would build Christianity. Centuries later, there was Peter the Great, the czar who developed Russia as a major European power.
                • Radi

                  • Description:

                    Radi is a masculine name with multiple cultural origins. In Arabic contexts, Radi (رادي) means 'content' or 'satisfied,' conveying a sense of peace and fulfillment. The name also appears in Slavic languages where it relates to words meaning 'happy,' 'willing,' or 'glad.' This cross-cultural presence gives Radi a universal appeal while remaining relatively uncommon in Western countries. The name's brevity and simple pronunciation make it accessible across language boundaries, though its usage remains modest in English-speaking nations. Radi has a modern, streamlined quality that aligns with contemporary naming trends favoring shorter names. The positive connotations associated with contentment and happiness make it an uplifting choice with international resonance.

                • Reynaldo

                  • Description:

                    Reynaldo is a masculine name of Spanish and Italian origin, derived from the Germanic name Reynold or Reinhold, composed of the elements 'ragin' (advice, counsel) and 'wald' (rule, power). It essentially means 'wise ruler' or 'powerful counselor.' Reynaldo gained popularity in Spanish-speaking countries and communities, particularly through cultural diffusion in Latin America. The name has a regal, sophisticated quality while maintaining a warm, approachable feel. In the United States, Reynaldo saw modest popularity in the mid-20th century but has become less common in recent decades. Variations include Reinaldo, Rinaldo, and the shortened forms Rey or Ray.

                • Ricky

                  • Origin:

                    Diminutive of Richard or Frederick

                  • Meaning:

                    "dominant or peaceful ruler"

                  • Description:

                    Gone with Richard and Rick, Ricky has been falling since the turn of the 21st century. Probably still suffering from overuse in the 1990s.
                • Sally

                  • Origin:

                    Diminutive of Sarah

                  • Meaning:

                    "princess"

                  • Description:

                    Sally is a cheerful, fresh-faced girl-next-door name that was originally a nickname for Sarah, but has long been used independently. Sally was popular in the eighteenth century and then again from the 1920s to the 1960s--it was just outside the Top 50 around 1940. Though it hasn't been heard as a baby name for decades, we can see Sally bouncing back, especially after her exposure as young Ms. Draper on Mad Men--the Nameberries rank it at Number 621, and it's a Top 100 name in Sweden.
                • Sam

                  • Origin:

                    Diminutive of Samantha

                  • Meaning:

                    "told by God"

                  • Description:

                    Sam as a name standing on its own was given to only 18 girls in 2021, versus over 400 boys. But as a short form it's appealing and down-to-earth for both sexes, and heard far more often: There were over 2500 baby girls named Samantha in the US in one recent year and more than 8500 boys named Samuel, so you will hear the name Sam a lot more often than you might guess judging by the numbers for this short form. Like the wildly popular Charlie, Sam is a nickname that works equally well as a girls' name as a boys'. All forms considered, Sam is still one of the most popular names that start with S.
                • Sergei

                  • Origin:

                    Russian variation of Sergius

                  • Description:

                    Common Russian name of one of that country's most beloved saints, known for his kindness and gentility.
                • Sharon
                  • Victor

                    • Origin:

                      Latin

                    • Meaning:

                      "conqueror"

                    • Description:

                      Victor is one of the earliest Christian names, borne (as Vittorio) by several saints and popes, symbolizing Christ's victory over death. It has been quietly in the Top 200 since 1880, but just recently has taken on a cool edge by fashionable parents in London and seems ripe for a similar reevaluation here too.
                  • Ymeene
                    • Zheng