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Updated Sat Dec 31 2022
  1. Philip

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "lover of horses"

    • Description:

      Philip, the name of one of the 12 apostles, is still favored by parents in search of a solid boys' classic that is less neutral than Robert or John and more distinctive than Daniel or Matthew and has many historic, royal ties.
  2. Russell

    • Origin:

      French

    • Meaning:

      "redhead, fox-colored"

    • Description:

      One of many R- boys’ names that started as a nickname for a redhead, Russell had a measure of popularity from the early twentieth century through the 1950s. But it's now lost much of its color -- except for a few dynamic bearers, actors Russell Crowe and Russell Brand and sports stars Russell Westbrook and Russell Wilson.
  3. Wallace

    • Origin:

      Scottish

    • Meaning:

      "foreigner, stranger"

    • Description:

      Wallace is so square could almost be ripe for a turnaround, especially with the hipness imparted by the British Claymation series Wallace & Gromit. And Wally makes an adorable Leave it to Beaver retro-style nickname.
  4. Dane

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "from Denmark"

    • Description:

      Dane is a more masculine Dana alternative, with added style edge. Dane has been on the US Top 1000 for more than seventy years, having entered the list in 1945.
  5. Samara

    • Origin:

      Hebrew, Arabic

    • Meaning:

      "under God's rule, companion in night conversation"

    • Description:

      Alluring and lovely — and much more distinctive now than Samantha or Tamara. Samara is a city in western Russia, a winged seed like the whirlygigs that fall from maple trees, as well as a bona fide first name that could make a more unusual update on Samantha or Mara. It can also be a variant spelling of the Arabic name Samira or Sameera.
  6. Basil

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "royal"

    • Description:

      Although Greek in origin--in the fourth century, a bishop by that name established the principles of the Greek Orthodox Church--Basil for years took on the aura of aquiline-nosed upper-class Britishness of Sherlock Holmes portrayer Basil Rathbone, then spiced with the fragrant aroma of the herb that entered with the Pesto generation.
  7. Marco

    • Origin:

      Italian and Spanish form of Mark

    • Meaning:

      "warlike"

    • Description:

      Simple and universal, Marco is a Latin classic that would make a much livelier namesake for an Uncle Mark. It was used for her son by actress Jill Hennessy and goes well with surnames of any nationality.
  8. Hal

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Harold or Henry, Scandinavian or German

    • Meaning:

      "army ruler or estate ruler"

    • Description:

      Could Hal be the Jack, Max, or Gus of the future? It just might happen in the new nickname environment. Hank Azaria put it on his son's birth certificate.
  9. Giada

    • Origin:

      Italian

    • Meaning:

      "jade"

    • Description:

      Popular in its native Italy, Giada has been quietly and stylishly used in English-speaking countries for several years now. Television cook Giada De Laurentiis made this a possibility — then semi-subtly self-referenced when she named her daughter Jade.
  10. Arnold

    • Origin:

      English from German

    • Meaning:

      "ruler, strong as an eagle"

    • Description:

      Strange as it may now seem, the venerable St. Arnold was a Greek by birth, a musician who became a member of the court of Charlemagne. The name is said to have been introduced into Britain by the Normans in the form Arnaud.
  11. Indy

    • Origin:

      Short form of Indiana

    • Description:

      Indie — as in indie films — is the more girlish version of the name, but earthy, gender-neutral Indy is catching up slowly and steadily. Indy entered the Top 1000 for girls for the first time in 2023 after rising over 100 places. For a longer full name, vibrant Indigo remains more and more stylish each year.
  12. Newton

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "new town"

    • Description:

      Named after Isaac. Or Wayne.
  13. Tilda

    • Origin:

      Estonian, diminutive of Matilda

    • Description:

      Actress Tilda Swinton injected this dated nickname name with some modern charm.
  14. Warner

    • Origin:

      English from German

    • Meaning:

      "army"

    • Description:

      Long connected to the world of movie biz thanks to Warner Bros, Warner is tough sounding surname of Germanic origin. While some English speakers may find it leans a little too close in sound to "worn out" or "warmer", it nevertheless shares the cool -er ending of contemporary favorites like Sawyer, Parker, Cooper, and Carter, while also matching the sturdy sounds or feel of Warren or Walter.
  15. Newt

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "a small salamander"

    • Description:

      Rarely used on its own and irrevocably tied to former House Speaker Gingrich -- who was christened Newton.
  16. Valley

    • Origin:

      English word name

    • Meaning:

      "low area of land between hills and mountains"

    • Description:

      An evocative word name, conjuring up images of the beautiful low land between hills and mountains, and the streams and rivers that often run through them, Valley has the advantage of also sounding totally name-y. Reminiscent of Ally, Valerie, Valentina, Tally, and Callie, it is a rising choice in the US, more than doubling in popularity in recent years.
  17. Hamp

    • Description:

      Hamp is a masculine name with English origins, primarily derived as a shortened form of Hampton, which was originally a place name meaning "home town" or "settlement." It may also function as a nickname for Hampshire or Hammond. Historically, Hamp has been more common as a surname or nickname rather than a given name. Its concise, single-syllable structure gives it a strong, straightforward quality that embodies a certain rugged simplicity. The name carries a traditional English feel with connections to place names and geography. As a given name, Hamp remains quite rare, making it a distinctive choice for parents seeking something uncommon yet accessible. Its brevity makes it practical while still having character and a subtle connection to English heritage.

  18. Rena

    • Origin:

      Hebrew, Greek, Estonian, Scandinavian, German, Punjabi

    • Meaning:

      "joyous melody; peace; reborn; to remain"

    • Description:

      Rena is a Hebrew name all on its own and is also a European short form of Irene, Irini, Renata, and Renate. In Punjabi, Rena means "to remain".
  19. Bramwell

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "well where the gorse grows; bramble well"

    • Description:

      An unexpected route to nicknames Bram or Wells, this English surname derives from a historical hamlet in England, whose exact location has been lost to time. It comes from the Old English word for "bramble bush", giving it a connection to the natural world.
  20. Roth

    • Origin:

      German

    • Meaning:

      "redhead"

    • Description:

      This surname-name originated as a nickname for redheads.