A to Z Runescape Names

Spelling variant of Arianwen. Note that in Welsh, the -wyn suffix is usually masculine.

Aubury is a masculine name that represents a variant spelling of Aubrey, which originated as a Norman French name derived from Germanic elements meaning 'elf ruler' or 'magical being.' Historically used for boys, Aubrey transitioned to predominantly feminine usage in the United States, though Aubury with this spelling remains more gender-neutral. The 'u' spelling variation gives the name a distinctive visual character while maintaining similar pronunciation. Less common than its traditional counterpart, Aubury offers parents a way to honor the name's heritage while providing their son with a unique identifier. The name's soft sounds combined with its magical etymology create an appealing balance between strength and sensitivity.

Barnaby, a genial and energetic name with an Irish-sounding three-syllable lilt, is an ancient appellation that manages to be both unusual and highly attractive and deserves to be used more than it is. A sweet-spot name that's a real winner.

If not for Motown founder Berry Gordy, this name would now be totally in the girl group.

Bunny may be adorable, but is it really enough of a name for your daughter? Plus if Buffy is fluffy, what would that make Bunny?

While Charlotte and Caroline are considered stylish and classic members of the Charles family, this Germanic form peaked in the US at Number 76 in 1965. It fell out of favor in the 2010s, but recent years have seen it re-enter the Top 1000.

This name of a touristed island in sight of Los Angeles makes an attractive and newly stylish variation on the classic Catherine or overused Caitlin.

Chancy is a masculine name with English origins, derived from the word 'chance' meaning 'luck' or 'fortune.' Originally used as a nickname for someone considered lucky or fortunate, it evolved into a given name over time. While uncommon, Chancy has occasional usage particularly in American culture. The name carries connotations of risk, opportunity, and serendipity. Its -y ending gives it a friendly, approachable quality despite its rarity. Chancy may also be used as a surname, and some bearers of the name might be named after family surnames, following the American tradition of using surnames as first names. Its uniqueness makes it distinctive while remaining straightforward to pronounce and spell.

Both offbeat and upbeat, this evocative traditional Irish name that runs through Celtic mythology is known here via award-winning novelist Cormac McCarthy (born Charles). The author's adopted name is related to Cormac Mac Airt, one of the great legendary high kings of Ireland.

The name of the Roman god of love, the son of Venus, considered so romantic as to be unfit for mere mortals. Yet now that Romeo and Venus herself are fair game for modern babies, why not Cupid?

Names that sound and/or are spelled like Dalila exist in several languages, from the Swahili Dalili to the Arabic Dalil to the Hebrew Delilah. A beautiful cross-cultural choice.

Fionn, the modern Irish form of Finn, is more popular in Ireland these days than Finn, which is rising fast in the U.S. where Fionn is virtually unknown. That's probably a good thing, because few Americans would know that Fionn and Finn have the same root and are pronounced the same, like the fin of a fish. It's the namesake of a great hero from Irish mythology, Fionn MacCumhaill, who acquired divine wisdom by eating an enchanted salmon of knowledge.