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Anatole
Greek
"from the east, rising sun"
Anatole is one of the unique boys' names with an unusual-ish feel but an uncertain provenance, with a meaning related to sunrise and thus to fire. While it's Greek in origin, it is associated more…
Andi
Andi is a versatile name used for both boys and girls, though traditionally more common for males. As a masculine name, Andi typically serves as a short form of Andrew (from Greek 'andreios' meaning…
Andraž
Slovene variation of Andrew, Greek
"strong and manly"
The Slovene form of Andrew, currently falling in popularity in its home country.
Androgeus
Greek
"man of the earth"
Androgeus was a Cretan prince—the son of King Minos. He is known for being murdered in Athens, although the way in which he died is contested.
Anej
Slovene variation of Aeneas, Greek
"the praised one"
Top 50 pick in Slovenia, where it is a form of Aeneas, the mythological son of Venus. Anej peaked in Slovenia in 2007, when it ranked Number 15.
Angelus
Latin
"angel"
The Latin word for an angel (and the male form of Angela) is a rare but smart and stately name. The Angelus is a Catholic devotion, and the name is also used for the church bell that traditionally…
Angus
Anglicized form of Aonghus, Aonghas, Gaelic
"one strength"
Angus is a traditional yet stylish choice in the UK, especially in Scotland. And it's a cool choice for US parents too, particularly those whose roots go back to Glasgow. The ancient Celtic form…
Anselm
German
"with divine protection"
A somewhat solemn appellation, Anselm is a saint's name, connected to the twelfth century archbishop of Canterbury, and in modern times tied to the German neo-expressionist painter Anselm Kiefer.
Antaine
Antaine is a masculine name of Irish Gaelic origin, functioning as the Irish equivalent of Anthony or Antoine. Derived from the Roman family name Antonius, which has uncertain etymology but may mean…
Antonin
Czech variation of Antonius
A current top 25 choice in the Czech Republic (spelt Antonín), this distinguished name has several notable bearers: from French playwright Artaud, to Czech composer Dvořák, to Death Eater Dolohov in…
Antonius
Latin
"from Antium; priceless"
This is the original Roman form of Anthony, and it might just be ready for revival, now that Latin names like Maximus and Atticus have hit the big time. Antonius is also a form used in the…
Anže
Diminutive of Janez, Slovene
"God is gracious"
Anže was originally a nickname for Janez, a Slovene form of Johannes, but now ranks in the Slovene Top 20 as an independent name.
Appius
Latin, meaning unknown
An ancient Roman forename, particularly associated with the Claudian dynasty, whose origins are lost in the mists of time. Some Roman names have become newly popular recently, but this one has not…
Aquila
Latin
"eagle"
An evocative ancient word that's used as a first name in the New Testament, among other places. It's also the name of an eagle-shaped constellation. That said, contemporary interest in the name…
Arbel
Hebrew place name
In Israel, Mount Arbel is a mountain in the lower Galilee. Jewish parents have adopted it as a name for their sons and daughters for the mountain's historic and religious significance.
Arch
Diminutive of Archibald, Teutonic
"truly brave"
Arch can be used as a nickname for Archibald or a stand-alone word name — perhaps for the child of an architect.
Archey
Archey is a masculine name that likely originated as a variant spelling of Archie, which itself began as a diminutive of Archibald. Archibald combines Germanic elements meaning 'genuine' and 'bold'.…
Archibald
Scottish from German
"truly brave"
The short form Archie is so open and friendly --and very trendy in the British Isles--that some parents are now beginning to consider the formerly fusty Archibald as well. SNL comedians Amy Poehler…
Arden
English
"valley of the eagle; high"
Arden is a gender-neutral name that's sleek and stylish but always seems to bob just below the surface of popularity, despite ticking all the boxes with its fashionable two-syllable, N-ending shape…
Argus
Greek
"bright, shining, glistening"
Also spelled as Argos, this name appears in Greek mythology, borne by Odysseus's loyal dog, by a giant creature with a hundred eye, a son of Zeus and King of Argos, and an Argonaut ship builder. The…