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Spelling variation of Cameron, Scottish
"crooked nose"
With the increasing popularity of Cameron, we've seen more and more creative spellings—including this one, which may be influenced by rapper Cam'ron. It rose up the US charts during the 90s, however…
Spelling variation of Cameron
This Cameron variation entered the US Top 1000 in 1998 and remained there for more 17 years. While it did fall out of favor in 2016, it is still given to more than 100 boys each year. Deriving from a…
Darryl is a masculine name with ancient Celtic origins, derived from the Irish name 'Dáire' or 'Daire,' meaning 'fruitful' or 'fertile.' It entered common usage in English-speaking countries as both…
Carsen is a modern unisex name that leans slightly masculine in usage. It represents a contemporary spelling variation of Carson, which originated as an English and Scottish surname derived from…
Devan is a masculine name with multiple cultural origins, making it an interesting cross-cultural choice. In Sanskrit, it derives from "deva" meaning "divine" or "god," while in Irish it's a variant…
This variation of the popular Cameron last ranked in the US Top 1000 in 2015. It is currently out of favor, given to around 50 boys each year, making it around 100 times less popular than the classic…
English
"steep-sided valley"
Like Marvin and Melvin, Sheldon has been perceived as about as far out as you can get, though there are very pretty towns in Devon and Derbyshire that inspired it. Sheldon Lee Cooper is the lead nerd…
Deven is a masculine name with multiple cultural origins. In Sanskrit, it means "divine" or "godlike," while some consider it an Irish variant of Kevin, meaning "handsome beloved." Others view it as…
Scottish surname
"speckled, freckled"
Brice, much more often spelled Bryce, is an old saint's name that now has a sleek and sophisticated image—it feels elegant and efficient. Of the two spellings, Bryce is much more popular for both…
Spelling variation of Aiden
The popularity of Aiden has sparked many creative spellings - this one is understandably towards the bottom of the Top 1000.
Kadyn is a modern masculine name with contemporary appeal, representing a creative spelling variation of Caden/Kaden. These names likely derive from a Gaelic surname meaning 'battle' or possibly from…
Jaeden is a contemporary masculine name that emerged in popularity during the late 1990s and early 2000s. It represents a modern variant spelling of Jaden, which itself originated as a creative…
Spelling variation of Tristan
Flailing attempt to switch up popular Tristan.
Variation of BRADEN
Braydn, an imaginative spelling of Braden and cousin of all the other aden-ending boys' names, has been on the popularity lists since 2002, though its star is fading.
Irish
"small shoe"
Brogan is a cheerful Irish surname that would fit right in with the Logans and Br-starting names now trendy for boys. It's been on the pop list for the past three years, though it's sliding again.…
Dillan is a variant spelling of Dylan, a name with Welsh origins meaning "son of the sea" or "born from the ocean." In Welsh mythology, Dylan was a sea god or hero. The name gained significant…
Scottish
"from the city of Stirling"
Though the usual U.S. spelling is Sterling, this is the authentic Scottish family name version.
Jalon is a name with multiple possible origins and pronunciations. It may derive from the Hebrew name 'Yālon' (יָלוֹן) meaning 'to lodge' or 'to stay overnight.' Alternatively, it could be related to…
Celtic
"noise or sorrowful"
An alternative spelling of Tristan, and also the modern Welsh form of the legendary hero's name.
