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Kohl
Kohl is a masculine name with Germanic origins, derived from the Middle High German word for 'cabbage' or 'coal.' As a personal name, it emerged first as a surname for coal workers or those with dark…
Lenny
Diminutive of Leonard, German
"brave lion"
A nickname of yesteryear that like alongside Reggie, Alby, Archie, and Bertie, is back in consideration. Already in the UK Top 200, a high-ranking choice in Switzerland and a familiar option in The…
Lenox
Variation of Lennox, Scottish
"elm grove"
Lennox is one of the hottest unisex names of recent years, and this spelling retains the appealing surname vibe and cool -x ending. This form does distance the name slightly from the literary and…
Miki
Promise
Promise is a meaningful masculine virtue name that directly expresses the concept of commitment and hope. As an English word name, it carries transparent meaning, representing assurance, potential,…
Raven
Word name
Make that bird name, and while it does work for both genders, it's far more popular for girls, via Raven Symone.
Savage
Tyrone
Irish
"land of Owen"
Immigrated into American pop culture in the person of 1940s superstar Tyrone Power, Jr. It has been on a steady decline since the 1970s.
Valor
Word name
"courage and bravery"
This modern virtue name gives a nod to ancient chivalry and could also work as an updated form of the classic Victor. A bold choice, but one that an increasing number of parents have been making in…
Antigone
Greek
"worthy of one's parents, in place of one's parents"
In Greek mytholgy, Antigone was the noble and courageous daughter of Oedipus, who acts as his guide after he blinds himself. Antigone is also the eponymous heroine of a play by Jean Anouilh. Despite…
Astria
Astria is an elegant feminine name that evokes celestial imagery. It likely derives from the Greek word 'astron' meaning 'star,' connecting it to similar names like Astrid or Astra. The name carries…
Akalla
Corrin
Corrin is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variation of Corinne, which derives from the Greek name Korinna, meaning 'maiden.' Alternatively, it could be connected to the…
Eclipse
Exodus
Grey
Color name
Grey is the more common spelling in Britain and Australia. This color name has a softness and ambiguity which makes it equally lovely for a boy or a girl.
Lenny
Diminutive of Leonard, German
"brave lion"
This old man nickname feels remarkably fresh when applied to girls and can be used as a short form of Lena, Helena, Magdalena, Lennon or Lennox. The pan-European Leni is identical in sound yet feels…
Melinia
Melinia is a feminine name with a flowing, melodic quality. It likely developed as a variation of names like Melina (derived from Greek, meaning "honey") or possibly as an elaboration of Melanie…
Miki
Japanese
"flower stem"
Attractive but slight Asian alternative, with a 1970s nickname feel.
Landis
German surname
"highwayman"
Preppy surname that would make a fashionable first name for a girl.