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Ern is a masculine name that originated primarily as a shortened form of Ernest, though it can occasionally derive from other names like Vernon. With Germanic roots, Ernest means 'serious' or…
Irish
"to know"
That er sound -- as in Myrna, Myrtle, and Bernice -- sounds terminally dated.
Welsh
"small glen, valley"
The feminine version of the common Welsh name Glyn became somewhat known in this country via the charming Welsh actress Glynis Johns. Variations include Glenys and Glynys. With other Welsh…
Harro is a masculine name with Germanic origins, particularly common in northern Germany, the Netherlands, and Frisian regions. It derives from elements meaning 'army' or 'warrior,' reflecting the…
Femininzation of Herman, German
"army man"
Hermine and Hermina once ranked in the US Top 1000 for girls, but the First World War put an end to the popularity of these and many other German names. Now, both names are extinct though father name…
Scottish variation of Holmes
Distinguished actor Hume Cronyn (who shared his father's name) put this unusual choice in the lexicon.
Jobyna is a distinctive feminine name that gained limited recognition in the early 20th century, primarily due to American silent film actress Jobyna Ralston. The name appears to be a creative…
Russian, diminutive of Mikhail
Though the Mischa spelling is migrating toward the feminine side thanks to actress Mischa Barton, this Russian boys' short form still works for children of both sexes, as Mischa or Misha.
"festive; affection, endearment"
An anglicized spelling of Muirne, the name of the mother of Finn mac Cool in Irish legend, Myrna has a unique sound and two possible meanings, both of which are positive. Actress Myrna Loy was a…
Scottish
"little saint"
Excellent candidate for use as an undiscovered surname name. Niven is the Anglicized spelling of the Irish name Naomhan, a diminutive of the word naomh which means saint. This handsome but unusual…
French variation of Olympia
