Cool and Unusual

  1. Taryn
    • Origin:

      Irish, variation of Tara
    • Meaning:

      "rocky hill"
    • Description:

      Taryn is an offshoot of Tara that has a variety of meanings in a variety of cultures. In 1953, Taryn was presented to the public as an invention by actors Tyrone Power and Linda Christian for their daughter's name, at which point it gained a short spurt of popularity. Taryn returned to the Top 1000 in 1974, peaking in the 1980s, and has remained on the list ever since.
  2. Vendela
    • Origin:

      Scandinavian
    • Meaning:

      "wanderer"
    • Description:

      An unusual name associated with the gorgeous Swedish-Norwegian model, actress, and TV host, Vendela is possibly a feminine form of Wendell.
  3. Zavion
    • Description:

      Zavion is a modern masculine name that appears to have emerged in the late 20th century. It may be related to Xavier (from Basque, meaning 'new house' or possibly 'bright') with the popular '-on' ending that appears in many contemporary names. Alternatively, it could be a creative variation of names like Zavier or Savion. The initial 'Z' gives the name a distinctive, strong beginning, while the overall sound has a contemporary feel. Zavion began appearing more frequently in naming records in the 1990s and early 2000s. The name exemplifies modern naming trends that favor strong consonant sounds (particularly Z, which has grown in popularity) combined with familiar name endings. While not among the most common names, Zavion has established a consistent presence in contemporary naming patterns, offering a distinctive option with accessible pronunciation.