Boy#3

Asher—an excellent, soft and sensitive Old Testament choice—is a baby boy name on the rise, and is a Nameberry biblical favorite.

This occupational surname could find new life with those wishing to honor someone in their heritage who was connected to the tough-as-nails breed that was the pre-modern coal miner. Coll and Collie are some sweet nickname options to tone down the formality of this name.

The long association to the Ford Motor Company doesn't stand in the way of this being a strong, independent, single-syllable name.

Ganon is a name of uncertain origin, though it may be related to the Irish surname Gannon, derived from the Gaelic 'O Ganain' meaning 'descendant of Ganan.' The name gained prominence in popular culture through the character Ganon (or Ganondorf), the primary antagonist in Nintendo's 'The Legend of Zelda' video game series. This association has given the name a connotation of power and mystique. While uncommon as a given name, Ganon has seen modest usage among parents who appreciate its strong sound and gaming connection. The name has a distinctive quality with its short, two-syllable structure and strong consonant sounds.

Luke is a cool-yet-strong Biblical name with a relaxed cowboy feel, which has been on the rise since the advent of Luke Skywalker.

Actor Pierce Brosnan brings a strong helping of charm to this name. Pierce was actually a popular name long before Mr. Brosnan came along, from 1880 to the end of the 1930s.

Vaughn, also commonly spelled Vaughan, has been used quietly over the years, reaching a peak of Number 349 in 1949. It is now in the process of rediscovery, being seen as a good Sean alternative or an updated way to honor an ancestral Paul (which also means small).