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Thaddaeus is a masculine name with ancient roots, derived from the Aramaic name Thaddai, possibly meaning 'heart' or 'courageous'. It appears in the New Testament as one of Jesus's twelve apostles…
Norse
"Finn of Thor"
An ancient Norse name that is still in regular use in the Orkney Islands in Scotland. A famous historical bearer is Thorfinn Sigurdsson (or Thorfinn the Mighty), an 11th century Earl of Orkney.
Spanish variation of Valentine, Latin
"health, strength"
Valencio is an energetic, valiant-sounding name, the male form of Valencia.
Hebrew
"he will sing"
Most modern parents outside Israel would prefer Aaron.
Zigmund is a masculine name that represents a variation of Sigmund, which has Germanic origins meaning 'victorious protection' or 'protector through victory.' The name combines the elements 'sig'…
Aaric is a masculine name that represents a modern variation of the classic Eric or Erik. The double 'a' beginning gives the traditional name a contemporary twist while maintaining its Germanic…
English from German
"old"
Aldous has long been associated with British writer Huxley, author of Brave New World . So many of these rare British names are starting to be reconsidered by the literary or hipster crowds and this…
Greek
"resurrection"
A Greek name more familiar in English speaking countries in its feminine form, Anastasia, this masculine version bears further consideration. The traditional nickname is Sakis, as used by notable…
German
"with divine protection"
A somewhat solemn appellation, Anselm is a saint's name, connected to the twelfth century archbishop of Canterbury, and in modern times tied to the German neo-expressionist painter Anselm Kiefer.
Swedish, Norwegian, Danish
"eagle-tree"
Arvid, a Scandinavian name that's virtually unknown in the US, is one of the top baby names in Sweden . It might make a handsome, unusual choice for a parent in search of an original yet traditional…
Arabic
"determined"
Azzam might be open to some "shazam" teasing.
Hungarian variation of Vincent, Latin
"conquering"
Bence has been the most popular boy name in Hungary for over a decade — it’s held the top spot since 2003, the year Hungary began releasing its baby name data. Bence is the Hungarian translation of…
"bright raven"
Last in fashion in the 1930s, Bertram might once have been firmly in the best left in the past category, but with sweet nickname Bertie and the cool option of Bram, Bertram might just be one to…
Spanish, Italian
"blind"
Cecilio is derived from Caecilius, an Ancient Roman surname that was likely originally bestowed upon someone who was blind. Today you might expect Cecilio to a fashionable first name in part due to…
Cherif is a masculine name of Arabic origin, primarily used in North African countries, particularly among Muslim communities. It derives from the Arabic word 'sharif' meaning 'noble', 'honorable',…
Irish
"hero"
An undiscovered Irish surname with a cool meaning. It could work as an alternative to Connor and Lachlan.
Dago is a masculine name with multiple possible origins. In some contexts, it derives from the Germanic element 'dag' meaning 'day,' appearing in names like Dagoberto. In Nordic traditions, it may…
Native American
"son of bird clan leader"
Name from legend that might be an interesting Jason alternative.
"terror"
In Greek mythology, Deimos was the twin brother of Phobos (fear), son of Ares and Aphrodite. A moon of Mars also bears the name.
Demetric appears to be a variation of the name Demetrius, which derives from Demeter, the Greek goddess of agriculture and fertility. The masculine name Demetrius has ancient Greek origins meaning…
