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Norse
"spring, fountain"
One of the few K names that sounds middle-aged.
Variation of Zoila, Greek
"lively"
Ziola is a Zoe relative via Zoila, the feminine form of the Ancient Greek name Zoilos or Zoilus, borne by a 4th century BC cynic philosopher. Zoilos adopted a name meaning "Homer whipper" for himself.
Laremy is a masculine name with American origins, possibly a creative variant of Jeremy or Larry. The name has a contemporary feel with its distinctive spelling, making it stand out while maintaining…
Gemstone name
The discoverer of this lovely bright blue gemstone named it after his daughter Larissa and the sea (mar), hence Larimar. Despite the feminine origins, the harder -mar ending makes this work for boys…
Romani variation of Louis, German and French
"renowned warrior"
Lash might look an unexpected English word name, associated with eyelashes or hitting, striking, whipping, or heavily criticizing someone. It is however a Romani name and a form of the regal Louis,…
Nature name
Leaf is a hippieish choice that, for girls, still retains an evergreen quality.
Lucias is a masculine name with Latin roots, functioning as a variant of Lucas or Lucius, both deriving from the Latin word 'lux' meaning 'light.' The name carries a distinguished, scholarly quality…
Animal name
This big cat name is especially striking with its X ending.
Maclayne is a distinctive masculine name with Scottish and Gaelic influences. It appears to be a modern compound formation, possibly combining elements of 'Mac' (meaning 'son of' in Gaelic) with…
Meris is a delicate feminine name with classical origins. It likely derives from the Greek word 'meris' meaning 'part' or 'portion,' or possibly relates to Latin 'merus' meaning 'pure.' The name…
Diminutive of Margaret
"pearl"
Sixties-style nickname which is also the name of a small biting insect, particularly prevalent in Scotland.
Native American tribal and place-name
Resonant place-name of the beautiful Southern California desert.
Word name
There are many lovely day/month/seasonal names -- and this is one of the most intriguing.
Nickelby is an uncommon masculine name with literary origins, most notably associated with Charles Dickens' novel 'Nicholas Nickleby' published in 1838-1839. As a surname-turned-first-name, Nickelby…
