Merry go round of names

The forerunner of Cynthia is all but unknown these days, but deserving of import and revival.

One of the original cool, sleek gender neutral names, but it's since lost that edge to hits like Leni and Teddy. Today's Teri would probably be Tess or Tessa.

Made-up name that tried to feminize Terry and copycat Sheryl.

Thierry, which is very popular in France, would make an interesting import; it's somewhat familiar through designer Thierry Mugler and international soccer star Thierry Henry. It almost sounds like Terry, but not quite.

Parents searching for a simple, peaceful name may be attracted to this one.