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Diminutive of Alvin, English
"noble friend; friend of the elves"
Alvie is the spelling parents tend to prefer, and may rise along with Archie, Alfie, and Albie. The Alvy variation is strongly associated with Alvy Singer, Woody Allen's character in Annie Hall .
Russian
"defender"
Russian diminutive of Alexei, borne by the protagonist in Dostoevsky's The Brothers Karamazov . Alyosha, like most other Russian diminutive forms, is not generally given as a standalone name in…
Hungarian
"immortal"
Hungarian form of Ambrose
Amerigo is a masculine Italian name best known through the explorer Amerigo Vespucci, for whom the Americas were named. Derived from Germanic elements, likely 'Amalric' or 'Emmerich,' combining words…
Amery is a masculine name with Germanic roots, derived from ancient elements meaning "work ruler" or "industrious leader." It shares origins with the more common Emery and Emory, all evolving from…
Literary name
The surname of father-son British writers Kingsley and Martin could work very well as a first, though its Amy connection makes it sound a tad feminine.
Andrius is the Lithuanian variant of Andrew, derived from the Greek name Andreas, meaning "manly" or "brave." This masculine name carries strong historical and cultural significance throughout…
Anfernee is a masculine name that gained recognition primarily through NBA basketball star Anfernee 'Penny' Hardaway. The name originated as a unique phonetic spelling of Anthony, which comes from…
Ange is a masculine name of French origin, derived from the Latin word "angelus" meaning "messenger" or "angel." While more commonly used as a feminine name in English-speaking countries, Ange is…
Anselme is a masculine name of Germanic origin, derived from 'ans' meaning 'god' and 'helm' meaning 'helmet' or 'protection,' thus signifying 'divine helmet' or 'protected by God.' It's the French…
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…
English word name
Refers, in literal terms, to a curved line -- as in Martin Luther King, Jr.'s famed "arc of justice." Could also be used as a reference to Joan of Arc -- Arc being, there, derived from her father's…
Greek
"son of the best"
This name of an early Greek Christian philosopher comes with a wizened, ancient air about it. Still, perhaps the nickname Ari might help it work for a baby to grow into.
Russian from Greek
"from Arcadia"
Arkady is a rhythmic Russian saint's name from the Greek meaning "from Arcadia." As a literary name, it belongs to a genteel character in Turgenev's Fathers and Sons and a much less benign one in…
French
"eagle"
This French variation of Arnold is definitely more suave, although the Arno variation is easier to spell and features that trendy "o" ending.
Artigan is a masculine name with an unusual, distinctive quality that suggests strength and individuality. While its specific etymology is unclear, it may be a modern invented name combining elements…
Asgeir is a masculine Norse name rooted in Old Norse elements 'áss' meaning 'god' and 'geirr' meaning 'spear'. This name has deep historical connections to Viking culture and Norse mythology, where…
Manx
"helmet of god"
Manx variant of the Norse name Asketill.
Asten is a masculine name with several possible origins. It may derive from Old English elements, potentially related to names like Austin or Austen, or have Germanic roots connecting to eastern…
Variant of Astraeus
