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Badass Cool Weird Names I Love

DoomKitten
By DoomKitten
Updated Thu May 25 2023
List of names that I love, perhaps for the future. (Probably so weird and awesome)
  1. Ackerley

    • Description:

      Ackerley is a masculine name of English origin derived from Old English elements meaning "field" or "clearing in the woods" combined with "meadow" or "lea." Originally a surname denoting someone who lived near a field or clearing, it has transitioned to occasional use as a first name, reflecting the trend of transforming surnames into given names. Ackerley has a distinguished, aristocratic quality with its English countryside associations, evoking images of rolling hills and pastoral landscapes. The name remains quite rare as a first name, making it a distinctive choice for parents seeking something uncommon with historical roots. Its three-syllable rhythm and the friendly nickname potential of "Acker" add to its appeal as a masculine name with literary and traditional sensibilities.

  2. Aeliana

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "sun"

    • Description:

      This female form of the ancient Latin Aelian has an appealing sound, though kids might have a hard time handling that initial "ae" spelling. Just remember that the "ae" is pronounced "ee" (think Aesop's fables).The Annals of Aeliana is a children's fantasy series by Ryan Watters. The meaning is uncertain but is thought to derive from the Greek helios, which means sun.
  3. Amalia

    • Origin:

      German

    • Meaning:

      "work"

    • Description:

      Amalia is a widely cross-cultural name, heard from Italy to Romania, Germany to Scandinavia. The current heir to the Dutch throne is Princess Catharina-Amalia of Orange. It can be pronounced ah-MAH-lee-a or ah-mah-LEE-a.
  4. Aria

    • Origin:

      Italian and Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "air; song or melody; lion"

    • Description:

      Aria is a multi-cultural name with two extremely popular versions: this more word-like one along with Arya, the spelling used for the feisty young heroine of Game of Thrones. There were about 6400 baby girls named Aria in the US last year alog with 2400 named Arya, which counted together places the name in the Top 10.
  5. Aulora
    • Bowie

      • Origin:

        Scottish

      • Meaning:

        "blond, yellow"

      • Description:

        Baseball commissioner Bowie Kuhn put this name in play as a first name, but David Bowie (born with the considerably less marketable moniker of David Robert Jones) gave it charisma. He changed his surname in 1965 to avoid confusion with the then popular Davy Jones of The Monkees, borrowing it from the American hero of Alamo, Jim Bowie.
    • Charlotte

      • Origin:

        French, feminine diminutive of Charles

      • Meaning:

        "free man"

      • Description:

        Charlotte, the name of the young Princess of Cambridge, is the latest classic name to join Sophia, Emma, Olivia, and Isabella at the top of the popularity list. It is now among the most popular girl names in many English-speaking and European countries.
    • Constantine

      • Origin:

        Latin

      • Meaning:

        "steadfast"

      • Description:

        This Roman Emperor's name has long been considered too grand for an American boy. But in this era of children named Augustine and Atticus, it just may be prime for an unlikely comeback.
    • Cyrus

      • Origin:

        Persian

      • Meaning:

        "sun"

      • Description:

        Cyrus is one of those surprising names that have always ranked among the Top 1000 boy names in the US. On an upward trend since the mid-90s, Cyrus now sits in that comfortable place between too popular and too unusual.
    • Castiel-James
      • Dominick

        • Origin:

          Variation of Latin Dominic

        • Meaning:

          "belonging to the Lord"

        • Description:

          This is the second-to-the-original spelling of a name that's part Jersey Shore, part upper-crust British. Dominick gets you more directly to nickname Nick.
      • 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.
      • Evander

        • Origin:

          Scottish; Greek

        • Meaning:

          "bow warrior; strong man"

        • Description:

          Evander is a name that could build on the popularity of shorter form Evan, and could work and play well with schoolmates like Zander and Xander.
      • Flynn

        • Origin:

          Irish

        • Meaning:

          "descendant of the red-haired one"

        • Description:

          Flynn, a charming Irish surname, is still used only quietly, despite its easygoing, casual cowboy charm, unlike Finn which is a star of this genre. Flynn was the choice of Orlando Bloom and Miranda Kerr for their baby boy, and is also the middle name -- used as his first -- of a son of Miranda's fellow supermodel Elle Macpherson, of Gary Oldman's son Gulliver and Marley Shelton's daughter West.
      • Gaige

        • Description:

          Gaige is a modern masculine name with multiple possible origins. It may have evolved as a variant spelling of Gage, which originated as an English surname meaning 'pledge' or 'challenge,' derived from the Old French word 'gauge' (a measuring rod). Alternatively, it could be a contemporary creative spelling inspired by similar-sounding names. Gaige emerged in American naming practices primarily in the early 2000s, representing the trend toward unique spellings of traditional names. The name has a strong, concise sound with contemporary appeal. While still relatively uncommon, Gaige has gained modest popularity, particularly in the United States. It carries connotations of measurement, precision, and commitment, appealing to parents seeking a modern-sounding name with substance.
      • Hadley

        • Origin:

          English

        • Meaning:

          "heather field"

        • Description:

          Hadley, most famous as the name of Ernest Hemingway's first wife, is more sophisticated, professional, and modern than cousins Harley, Haley, or Hayden. The hit book The Paris Wife, a novel by Paula McLain told from the point of view of Hadley Hemingway (born Elizabeth Hadley Richardson), has helped popularize the name, which also appears on the vampire show True Blood. Hadley could become this generation's Hailey. Adley, a mashup of Hadley and Addie, has also appeared on the scene.
      • Holly

        • Origin:

          English nature name

        • Description:

          Holly ranks just in British Top 50, but it's been out of favor here since the 1970s Era of Nickname Names. Still, the name may be on her way back as a rejuvenated nature pick.
      • Indianna

        • Description:

          Indianna is a feminine name that emerged as a variant spelling of Indiana, which references the U.S. state named after the American Indians. The double 'n' spelling gives the name a distinctive touch while maintaining its recognizable pronunciation. The name carries geographic significance and evokes a sense of American heritage and pioneering spirit. Indianna gained modest attention in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, particularly in English-speaking countries, possibly influenced by the popularity of location-inspired names. The name also shares phonetic similarities with names like Anna, making it familiar yet distinctive. Parents might choose Indianna for its blend of American cultural references, melodic sound, and unique spelling variation.
      • Jantzen

        • Origin:

          Scandinavian, variation of Janson, Jansen

        • Meaning:

          "Jan's son"

        • Description:

          Jansen is an intriguing way to honor an ancestral John; Jantzen is a brand of swimwear.
      • Kassidy

        • Origin:

          Variation of Cassidy

        • Description:

          Like Cassidy, Kassidy peaked near the turn of the millennium and has lost ground in recent years.