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By Kris22
Updated Sat May 06 2023
  1. Alexander

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "defending men"

    • Description:

      Alexander has been in a Top 25 boys' name in the US for 30 years now. But namers are still attracted to its imposing historic pedigree.
  2. Baily

    • Description:

      Baily is a gender-neutral name primarily used for boys, derived from the Old English term 'baili,' meaning 'bailiff' or 'steward.' Originally a surname denoting someone who held this administrative position, it transitioned to first-name usage following the trend of surnames becoming given names. Most commonly seen as an alternative spelling of Bailey, which has gained significant popularity for both genders in recent decades, Baily offers a slightly more streamlined appearance. The name carries associations with reliability and responsibility from its occupational roots, while its friendly '-y' ending gives it a warm, approachable quality. In the United States, Bailey/Baily saw a notable rise beginning in the 1990s, particularly after the character Bailey Salinger appeared in the television series 'Party of Five.'
  3. Danielle

    • Origin:

      French feminine variation of Daniel, Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "God is my judge"

    • Description:

      Along with Daniela, Michelle, Nicole, and Denise, Danielle was a big hit from the 1960s to the nineties, sitting comfortably in the Top 20 for several years. Parents then responded to its chic, sophisticated Gallic image, and though it has lost some of its sheen, it's still a widely used choice.
  4. Dawn

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "dawn, sunrise"

    • Description:

      Dawn's heyday in the US, Canada and the UK came in the 1960s and 70s. It peaked at #14 in the US in 1971, but has since sunk from sight to be eclipsed by other names with the same meaning, such as Aurora, Roxana or Zariah.
  5. Kristin

    • Origin:

      German and Norwegian variation of Christina

    • Meaning:

      "a Christian"

    • Description:

      A crystalline name that retains its loveliness far past its prime. Its biggest downside: Eternal confusion over spelling and pronunciation. Kristen? Kirsten? It can be so confusing that many parents today opt to bypass it.
  6. Leigh

    • Origin:

      English variation of Lee

    • Meaning:

      "pasture, meadow"

    • Description:

      This spelling adds a little more femininity to the neutral Lee. Leigh and sister Lee were quite popular in the 1960s and 1970s among the first cool wave of unisex names for girls, but now have vanished from the Top 1000. The Biblical Leah is preferred.
  7. Renessa
    • Tyrel

      • Description:

        Tyrel is a masculine name with varied origins. It developed as a variant of Tyrell, which originated as an Anglo-Norman surname derived from the French place name Tirel. The surname has aristocratic associations in medieval England. As a given name, Tyrel gained modest popularity in the United States during the late 20th century, particularly in the 1980s and 1990s. The name carries a strong, distinctive sound with a somewhat rugged appeal. Tyrel's alternative spelling variations include Tyrell, Tyrrell, and Tyree. The name may evoke associations with strength and individuality. In popular culture, the name received some exposure through characters in Western novels and television shows.

    • Victoria

      • Origin:

        Latin

      • Meaning:

        "victory"

      • Description:

        Victoria is the Latin word for "victory" and a feminine form of Victor. It is the name of the ancient Roman goddess of victory, the equivalent of the Greek Nike, and also a popular third century saint.