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Humiliating names

  1. Selphie

    • Origin:

      Video game name

    • Description:

      Selphie Tilmitt is a character in the popular video game Final Fantasy VIII. An orphan like the other main characters, she's described as upbeat, friendly, and energetic....though she wields a mean nunchuk. Given the name's resemblance to the photo term "selfie," this one is off the table, even for enthusiastic gamers.
  2. Sen

    • Origin:

      Japanese mythology name

    • Description:

      Simple, Zen-like name of a mythological forest elf.
  3. Sextus

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "sixth born"

    • Description:

      Just think about those inescapable "sexy" nicknames. The related Sixtus is not a huge improvement.
  4. Sharia

    • Description:

      Sharia is a feminine name with Arabic origins, derived from the word 'sharīʿah,' which refers to Islamic law or the path that God has established for humans to follow. Beyond its religious connotation, the name carries meanings of 'path,' 'way,' or 'justice.' While the term has significant religious and legal importance in Islamic culture, its use as a personal name is relatively uncommon in many countries. The name possesses a melodic quality with its flowing sounds and soft ending. Parents might choose Sharia for its cultural significance, spiritual meaning, or simply for its beautiful sound, though they should be aware of its strong association with Islamic religious law.

  5. Shooter

    • Origin:

      Word name

    • Meaning:

      "person who fires a gun; member of a sports team who scores goals"

    • Description:

      More than 300 babies have been named Shooter in the US since 2002, which, depending on who you ask, is arguably about 300 too many. One of the violent names for boys that have gained traction in recent years, the most optimistic view perhaps is that parents were thinking about sports or honoring a family connection to the militiary when choosing this name.
  6. Shy

    • Origin:

      English word name

    • Meaning:

      "reserved, timid"

    • Description:

      Not the most aspirational word names you could give to a child, although it does work as a nickname. Kim Kardashian and Kanye West's daughter Chicago is often called Chi, pronounced "shy."
  7. Silence

    • Origin:

      Word name

    • Description:

      The Puritans used it as a virtue name -- but today it would just be considered weird: silence is no longer golden.
  8. Siouxsie

    • Origin:

      Modern invented name

    • Meaning:

      "alternative spelling of Susie"

    • Description:

      Familiar due to the English musician Siouxsie Sioux, singer of the 1970s-80s rock band Siouxsie and the Banshees. Apart from its complicated look, the inclusion of the Native American tribe name Sioux in this name feels inappropriate by today's standards. Stick with Susie or Suzie.
  9. Sissy

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Cecilia; pet name for "sister"

    • Meaning:

      "sister"

    • Description:

      Old-fashioned nickname for a sister, almost never heard today.
  10. Skky

    • Description:

      Skky is a modern, unconventional feminine name that evokes images of limitlessness and freedom. This contemporary creation plays on the word "sky" with the added 'k' giving it a distinctive, eye-catching quality. Skky belongs to the category of nature-inspired names that have gained popularity in recent decades, though this particular spelling remains quite rare. Parents might choose Skky for its uplifting associations with openness, possibility, and natural beauty. The name's unusual spelling gives it a unique edge while maintaining an intuitive pronunciation. As a modern invention, Skky lacks historical roots but compensates with its fresh, evocative quality and potential symbolism of aspirations and dreams.

  11. Skyy

    • Description:

      Skyy is a modern feminine name derived from the English word 'sky,' representing the vast expanse above us. The distinctive double 'y' spelling gives this nature-inspired name a contemporary, stylized edge compared to the more standard 'Sky' variant. The name emerged in popularity during the late 1990s and early 2000s, coinciding with the trend toward nature names and unique spellings. Skyy evokes images of limitlessness, freedom, and natural beauty, making it appealing to parents seeking names with positive connotations and symbolic meaning. The name's brevity and modern flair make it distinctive while remaining straightforward. Though never extremely common, Skyy has maintained a steady presence in naming records, particularly in the United States.
  12. Son

    • Description:

      Son is a masculine name with multiple cultural origins and meanings. In Vietnamese tradition, it's a common name meaning 'mountain,' symbolizing strength and stability. In English, while primarily recognized as a relational term, it has occasionally appeared as a given name, particularly in Southern American naming traditions or as a family surname adopted as a first name. In Korean contexts, it appears as part of longer names with various meanings depending on the Chinese character used. Son has the distinction of being one of the shortest possible names, making it strikingly minimalist. Despite its simplicity, the name carries significant meaning across cultures, representing family connection, heritage, and in some traditions, natural strength and endurance.
  13. Special

    • Origin:

      English word name

    • Meaning:

      "unusually better"

    • Description:

      Is there a more fitting choice for your unique and well, special little girl? For six sets of parents one recent year, the answer was no.
  14. Spurgeon

    • Origin:

      Norse

    • Meaning:

      "little branch"

    • Description:

      Spurgeon entered the mainstream name lexicon when it was chosen for their son by Ben Seward and wife Jessa Duggar, from the US reality show 19 Kids and Counting starring their large family.
  15. Stalin

    • Origin:

      Russian

    • Meaning:

      "steel"

    • Description:

      Stalin is a name to immediately strike from your list. The connections to the former leader of the Soviet Union, under the rule of whom many suffered and died, make it a choice in poor taste for an American baby.
  16. Superior

    • Origin:

      English word name

    • Meaning:

      "greater, greatest"

    • Description:

      Unashamedly grandiose word name.
  17. Symphany

    • Description:

      Symphany is a feminine name representing a creative spelling variation of Symphony, derived from the Greek word "symphonia" meaning "harmony" or "agreement." This musical-inspired name evokes images of orchestral beauty and artistic expression. The unique spelling with "ph" instead of "ph" and "y" instead of "y" gives the name a distinctive visual quality while maintaining the melodious pronunciation. Relatively uncommon, Symphany gained modest recognition in the early 2000s as part of a trend toward musical names and creative spellings. The name carries artistic connotations and suggests harmony, rhythm, and creative expression, appealing to parents seeking a name that reflects appreciation for the arts.
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    • Tewdwr

      • Origin:

        Welsh, from Greek

      • Meaning:

        "gift from God; ruler of the people"

      • Description:

        A medieval Welsh form of Tudor. Rhys ap Tewdwr was an 11th-century king of Deheubarth in Wales
    • Tiny

      • Description:

        Tiny is an endearing feminine name that originated as a diminutive nickname before occasionally being used as a given name. It directly references small stature or youthfulness, deriving from the English word meaning "very small." Historically, it often served as an affectionate nickname for Christina, Martina, or other names ending with "-tina." As a standalone first name, Tiny remains quite uncommon, sometimes chosen for its sweet simplicity and distinctive quality. The name peaked in limited usage during the early 20th century but never achieved mainstream popularity. Tiny conveys qualities of delicacy, charm, and uniqueness, though some may prefer it as a nickname rather than a legal name.