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  1. Calhoun

    • Origin:

      Irish

    • Meaning:

      "from the narrow forest"

    • Description:

      A beaming, friendly Irish last-name-first-name waiting to be discovered, though anyone into American history might associate it with John C. Calhoun, a 19th century statesman who defended slavery. There are however plenty of places called Calhoun which might lessen that association.
  2. Dodge

    • Origin:

      English, diminutive of Roger, German

    • Meaning:

      "famous warrior"

    • Description:

      This old short form might be seen as a little dubious by some, though it could make for a fun pet name, honor name, on update on the still-stodgy Roger.
  3. Elder

    • Origin:

      English word name

    • Description:

      Anyone who's seen "The Book of Mormon" or visited Utah knows this as the title taken by male Mormon missionaries during their term of service. We'd advise anyone who lives somewhere with any significant Mormon population to avoid it for that reason.
  4. Jennings

    • Origin:

      English surname

    • Meaning:

      "son of John"

    • Description:

      Jennings is a common English surname that originated as a patronymic for the child of someone named Jen, a short form of John.
  5. Cotton

    • Origin:

      Word name

    • Description:

      A name heard in Puritan times -- Cotton Mather was a minister involved in the Salem witchcraft trials -- which really deserves modern consideration as it blends nature and softness into a really trendy and wearable masculine name.
  6. Sherwood

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "bright forest"

    • Description:

      Unfashionable surname, best left in the forest with Robin Hood and his Merry Men.
  7. Rance

    • Description:

      Rance is a concise masculine name with multiple potential origins. It may derive from the Germanic element 'rand' meaning 'shield rim' or 'edge,' suggesting protection and strength. Alternatively, it could be connected to the Rance River in France or serve as a short form of names like Terrance. The name carries a rugged, distinctive quality with its short, sharp sound. Rance gained modest recognition in America during the mid-20th century, partly due to actor Rance Howard (father of Ron Howard). While never reaching mainstream popularity, it maintains appeal for parents seeking a masculine name that's uncommon yet straightforward. The name conveys strength and individuality with its bold consonants and single-syllable impact. Rance projects a frontier-like quality that feels both traditional and distinctive.

  8. Perdy

    • Description:

      Perdy is a charming feminine name that likely originated as a diminutive of Perdita, which means "lost" in Latin. The name gained notable recognition through literature and popular culture, particularly in Dodie Smith's "101 Dalmatians" where Perdita (often nicknamed Perdy) is a canine character. This playful, spunky short form has a distinctly British feel with its cheerful sound and informal quality. While uncommon as a formal given name, Perdy occasionally appears as a nickname or as an independent name for those seeking something whimsical and distinctive. The name's bright, two-syllable structure gives it an approachable, friendly character that balances uniqueness with recognizability. Though rare in official naming records, Perdy appeals to parents drawn to literary references and names with a light-hearted, spirited quality that remains distinctive without being completely unfamiliar.