Baby Names On My Mind Today

  1. Suleiman
    • Origin:

      Arabic variation of Solomon, Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "man of peace"
    • Description:

      Also transcribed as Sulaiman or Sulayman, this is the Arabic form of the biblical Solomon. It holds strong historical and religious significance, most famously associated with Suleiman the Magnificent, the longest reigning sultan of the Ottoman Empire.
  2. Zakkai
    • Origin:

      Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "pure"
    • Description:

      Yochanan Ben Zakkai is a prominent figure in Jewish history.
  3. Sabbath
    • Origin:

      Word name
    • Description:

      Sabbath has clear religious connotations, meaning "day of rest" in many faiths. It also has a darker, heathen side, thanks to the heavy metal band Black Sabbath.

      Musician Zakk Wylde chose Sabbath for his son, but we see no reason why it can't be used for girls as well.

  4. Kahlo
    • Origin:

      German
    • Meaning:

      "bald"
    • Description:

      Contrary to popular belief, the name Kahlo has German origins, rather than Spanish. It derives from kahl, a German word meaning "bald." Mexican Artist Frida Kahlo was born to a German father, photographer Guillermo Kahlo.
  5. Jaylen
    • Origin:

      Modern invented name
    • Description:

      More popular than the Jalen spelling. Like other names with many variants, when you count up all the alternatives, the name is much more popular than it first appears.
  6. Chakaia
    • Origin:

      American
    • Description:

      Best known as the name of American sculptor Chakaia Booker, who creates large scale art from recycled tires and stainless steel.
  7. Stormé