mckinha's list "On My Radar ... by mckinha" of 11 great name ideas: Ondine - York!

On My Radar ... by mckinha

There are so, so many names that deserve so, so much attention!  Here are all of the names that have caught my attention that you need to see as well.

My goal is to add new names for each letter every few weeks.  Check my profile signature for my latest finds and updates!

Ondine

Phyllida

Queenie

Rainor is a masculine name with Germanic origins, related to the Old Norse name Ragnar and the Germanic element 'ragin' meaning 'counsel' combined with 'hari' meaning 'army.' It can be considered a variant of Rainer or Rayner, names that have been used throughout European history since medieval times. Rainor has an aristocratic quality, perhaps due to its sound similarity to 'reign' and historical connections to nobility in various European countries. Despite its ancient roots, Rainor remains quite uncommon in modern usage, giving it a distinctive quality. The name carries connotations of strength, wisdom, and leadership, making it appealing for parents seeking a masculine name with historical depth but relative uniqueness.

Rainor

Tessabel

Ursa

While this is usually thought of as a girls' name because of the Bond Girl connection, its sound is masculine and there's no reason it couldn't work for boys.

Vesper

Wolfram

Xylora

Zafira

Brisk, preppy York is an underused classic with the potential to really shine in the 21st century. It's most familiar as a place name — York is a city in England — and surname. New York City and State were named after the Duke of York.
 
The most notable York in history was an enslaved man who was the only Black member of Lewis and Clark's expedition. York was a key member of the journey, skilled in hunting, medicine, and other survival skills. He was also invaluable in Native American diplomacy. At the end of the expedition, Clark denied York's freedom and instead sold him black into slavery.
 
Despite the sad ending to York's story, he is an American hero with a name worthy of consideration.