This lunar choice may intrigue parents searching for alternatives to Luna.

Translating to "star", but used to refer to the leading female artist in a cabaret show, for French speakers, this would be like naming your child "Showgirl".

A star system in Sagittarius, so one of the most appropriate names for December babies.

A relatively popular Arabic name that featured in the French Top 500 for much of the second half of the 20th century and into the 21st. It is also used as a given name in Turkey, Iran and Israel, as well as being a relatively common surname (also spelled Nader). Notable bearers include an 18th century Shah of Iran, a 19th century King of Afghanistan and a former Prime Minister of Jordan.

Has a nice fresh, early morning meaning, but not the most mellifluous of sounds. Also spelled Arpineh.

Donati is a distinguished Italian surname that can easily work as a first. The last name Donati is a patronymic from an ancestral Donato or may be a plural of Donato.

Star name that could also be another spelling of Asia or Aja.

Fanciful image distinguishes this Native-American name.

Cornelious is an elaborated spelling variant of Cornelius, a masculine name with ancient Roman roots. The name derives from the Roman clan name Cornelius, possibly stemming from the Latin word 'cornu' meaning 'horn.' Cornelius was a prominent name in Roman history, belonging to several notable figures including saints and a centurion mentioned in the New Testament who became one of the first Gentile converts to Christianity. Cornelious represents a less common spelling that adds an extra syllable to the traditional form. The name carries an air of distinction and classical sophistication. While never extremely popular in modern times, Cornelious maintains appeal among parents seeking a name with historical gravitas and a slightly uncommon quality.

The Zodiac name hasn't caught on like Leo or Aries, though it did appear in the US Top 1000 for five consecutive years back in the '70s.

A handsome Portuguese name derived from the old Germanic saint's name Audamar or Otmar. Especially common in Brazil.

Karin was a fairly popular spelling variation of Karen in the US but fell off the Top 1000 in the late 80s, as Karen's popularity wained. Today, the Karen meme interferes with the otherwise appealing sound of this name.