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By Crow Strasel · Updated October 2023
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Hebrew
"tranquil"
Selima might be confused with Selina, but it's an appealing spin on that classic with a lovely meaning.
Ambrogio is the Italian form of Ambrose, deriving from the Greek word 'ambrosios' meaning 'immortal' or 'divine'. In Greek mythology, ambrosia was the food of the gods that conferred longevity or…
Ambrosio is a masculine name of Greek origin, derived from the Greek word 'ambrosia,' which was the food or drink of the gods in Greek mythology, believed to confer immortality. The name essentially…
Zulu
"enough, sufficient, adequate; last born"
A Zulu name given to a child who is planned be the last born, literally meaning "enough, sufficient".
Latin
"heavenly"
Although now almost exclusively feminine in the English-speaking world, Celeste (or Céleste in France) is traditionally a unisex name in Italy and France. It Italy, it was more popular for males…
Irish
"dark"
Now that the Irish Ciaran and Ciara -- aka Kieran and Kiera -- are becoming more popular beyond their native shores, the short and strong Ciar might find some favor. As of now, more than 160 baby…
Spanish place-name
"colored red"
More unusual than Dakota or Austin, Colorado conjures images of majestic mountains and windswept wilderness. Some will prefer the more preppy Aspen, but Colorado feels like the true explorer.
"dark one"
A distinctive alternative to Conan.
Variation of Elysium, Latin from Greek
"home of the blessed after death"
The Greek mythological Elysium, or the Elysian Fields, was the home of blessed mortals after death. It's been coopted as a modern baby name for both sexes, although the Elyseum spelling has never…
Endimion is a masculine name with ancient Greek origins, an alternative spelling of Endymion. In Greek mythology, Endymion was a handsome shepherd loved by Selene, the goddess of the moon, who cast…
"gloomy"
Ephai may have a sad meaning but it's an interesting Biblical alternative to such widely-used names as Eli and Elijah.
Galand is a masculine name with multiple possible origins, including Old French and Germanic roots. It may relate to the French 'galant' meaning 'courteous' or 'chivalrous,' or possibly connect to…
Diminutive of Job, Hebrew
"persecuted"
A jaunty diminutive of Job, or simply a soundalike to Toby, Koby et al.
Sionyn is a rare masculine name of Welsh origin. It's a diminutive form of Siôn, the Welsh variant of John, which ultimately derives from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning "God is gracious." The…
Spanish variation of Isaiah, Hebrew
"salvation of the Lord"
Ysai is a less-known variation of the popular Isaiah.
Lisa was so popular for girls in the late sixties and early seventies that according to government statistics some parents chose it for their sons, too. Either that or there were some serious mixups…
Aeesha is a feminine name that represents a variant spelling of Aisha or Ayesha, which has Arabic origins meaning 'alive' or 'prosperous.' The name carries significant cultural importance in Muslim…
Celka is a feminine name with Slavic origins, functioning as a diminutive of Celestyna or other names beginning with 'Cel-'. In Polish contexts, it carries connections to the Latin 'caelestis,'…
Claudeta is a feminine name that functions as a delicate diminutive form of Claude or Claudia. With Latin origins, it connects to the Roman family name Claudius, meaning 'lame' or 'limping,' though…
Spanish place name
One of the unisex western names that rode in with Dakota and Montana.
