Exotic Names for Boys!
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I naturally need a similar list of boys' names that aren't usually heard, so here it is. Happy reading. Woohoo!
- Kai
Origin:
Hawaiian, Frisian, ChineseMeaning:
"sea; warrior; triumph"Description:
Kai is an internationally flexible name with many possible origins and meanings, growing in popularity in the US and a diverse range of European countries.
- Kyoto
Origin:
Place-nameDescription:
Japanese city name not yet on the map for babies, but why not?
- Rocket
Origin:
Word nameDescription:
Starbaby name that might prove too supercharged for real life, but if like director Robert Rodriguez you're interested only in boys' names starting with R, you may need to add Rocket (and Rebel and Racer) to your list.
- Keahi
Origin:
HawaiianMeaning:
"flames"Description:
Hawaiian names are having a moment, and this one, despite its strong meaning, is relatively undiscovered. The pronunciation may not be immediately obvious, but it didn't hurt Keanu Reeves.
- Efron
Origin:
HebrewMeaning:
"bird, lark"Description:
This Biblical bird name, a variant of Ephron, suddenly feels like it could be usable thanks to actor Zac Efron. However, in reality, few if any parents seem to be using it yet.
- Tinker
Origin:
English occupational nameDescription:
A not uncommon surname in Northern England that remains uncommon as a first name everywhere.