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By Etymology · Updated May 2023
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Spanish from Greek
"swordsman"
Belisario is romantic, dashing, but perhaps a bit too elaborate. You might consider Belisario a masculine twist on the popular Belle names for girls.
Italian
"dear"
The meaning is endearing, but it also feels uncomfortably like a short form for Caroline. Its artistic reference is British sculptor Anthony Caro.
Welsh; diminutive of Dafydd
A cool and rare Welsh nickname, though it may put some people in mind of the Banana Boat Song.
Eliso is a masculine name with Georgian origins, although it shares similarities with the Spanish feminine name Elisa. In Georgian culture, this lyrical name has historically been used for boys.…
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."
German and Scandinavian
"protected by Yngvi"
An unusual name heard in contemporary Germany, the Netherlands, and Scandinavia, it's the male version of the more familiar Inga. It's the name of a German god, and attached to German-born soap star…
Isaco is a masculine name with multiple cultural roots. It's primarily recognized as an Italian and Spanish variation of Isaac, which originates from the Hebrew name Yitzchak, meaning 'he will laugh'…
Cornish variation of Jacob or James
"supplanter"
A dashing alternative to the popular James and Jacob, Jago is the jaunty Cornish form of the Biblical names. Occasionally (or historically) appearing as Jagoe, Jego, and Jaego, it may have been…
Oliviero is a masculine name of Italian origin, serving as the Italian form of Oliver. The name ultimately derives from the Latin 'olivarius,' meaning 'olive tree planter,' symbolizing peace,…
Spanish
"stone"
Cooler and rarer than Pedro, but also has a slightly industrial sound.
"roan"
A color name with an Italian accent.
Ruperto is a masculine name with Latin origins, derived from Rupert, which ultimately comes from the ancient Germanic elements "hrod" (fame) and "beraht" (bright) – meaning "bright fame" or "shining…
Vego is an uncommon masculine name with several potential origins. It may derive from Latin 'vegetus' meaning 'active' or 'vigorous,' suggesting strength and vitality. Alternatively, it could be…
Tasmanian tree name
"huon river pine"
A name gaining recognition in Australia, based on the huon pine tree which grows in Tasmania. Boatbuilders especially love this rare wood, which floats well, is resistant to rot, and has a strong…
