#2's possible names. Aka names I <3

Common name in Wales that's all but unknown in the U.S. Certainly an attractive choice ripe for export. In the UK it sits at Number 330.

This cousin to Colton, a very widely used name, never matched its popularity and is now losing ground.

A key figure in Norse legend and a traditional Scandinavian favorite making inroads here.

Laiken is a contemporary feminine name with American origins, though it's occasionally used for boys as well. This modern creation likely emerged in the late 20th century as part of the trend toward surnames as first names and inventive spellings. Laiken may be a variation of Lake or an alternative spelling of Laken, potentially meaning 'from the lake.' The name has a fresh, crisp sound with its short syllables and clean consonants. While never reaching high popularity rankings, Laiken saw modest usage starting in the 1990s, particularly in the United States. Parents might choose this name for its contemporary feel, nature connection, and distinctive yet accessible quality.

The name of a character in Dawson's Creek, from a surname derived from the Gallo-Roman personal name Paccius, of unknown meaning.

For boys, this name calls to mind old-school detective Perry Mason. But peppy Perri is coming around as part of a group of boyish nicknames for girls - along with favorites like Leni and Charlie.

Zara has multiple origins, but most notably is a variation of Zahrah, a name derived from the Arabic zahrah, meaning "blooming flower." Zara can also be a diminutive of the Bulgarian name Zaharina, a feminine form of the Hebrew Zechariah. Today, Zara is heavily associated with the Spanish fast-fashion empire of the same name.