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That Person with the Fanciful Hair!

eviecheesey
By eviecheesey
Updated Wed Jan 03 2024
These are names that I have the random impression of having dyed their hair fanciful colors:
  1. Liam

    • Origin:

      Irish short form of William

    • Meaning:

      "resolute protection"

    • Description:

      Liam is the top boys' name in the US, holding the Number One spot for the past eight years and also ranking as one of the most popular boys' names around the western world.
  2. Maya

    • Origin:

      Sanskrit, English, Hebrew, Estonian

    • Meaning:

      "illusion, magic; mother; water; beloved, bitter, drop of the sea"

    • Description:

      Maya, which has an almost mystical image, has been steadily climbing in popularity in the US and the English-speaking world, along with a range of other countries, including France, Germany, Israel, and Brazil. It's ranked in the US Top 100 since the turn of this century, but has never risen to the top of the list, which you may consider a good thing.
  3. Jesse

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "God exists"

    • Description:

      King David's father turned 1980s cowboy, Jesse is now down in popularity but still a Biblical classic, ranking in the US Top 1000 for its entire history. The name is associated with a wide variety of bearers, from outlaw Jesse James to Olympic athlete Jesse Owens to activist Jesse Jackson to current actors Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Jesse Eisenberg. The spelling Jesse is more usual as a boys' name while Jessie is more traditional for girls.
  4. Natalie

    • Origin:

      French variation of Russian Natalia

    • Meaning:

      "birthday of the Lord"

    • Description:

      Natalie — a Franco-Russian name — became Americanized years ago and is one of those surprising names that's always ranked among the girls' Top 1000 names in the US.
  5. Lavender

    • Origin:

      English color and flower name

    • Meaning:

      "purple flower"

    • Description:

      Lavender lags far behind sweet-smelling purple-hued sister names Violet and Lila, but is starting to get some enthusiastic attention from cutting-edge namers along with other adventurous nature names like Clementine and Marigold. In fact, 2024 saw it enter the US Top 1000 for the first time, when it was given to nearly 260 girls.
  6. Erin

    • Origin:

      Irish

    • Meaning:

      "from the island to the west"

    • Description:

      First-wave Irish name and place name—the poetic name for Ireland—now supplanted by newer alternatives such as Maeve and Delaney.
  7. Emery

    • Origin:

      English from German

    • Meaning:

      "industrious"

    • Description:

      Emery is one of the newly popular Em- names that has great potential, though right now for girls more than boys: it received a boost in 2009, a year after Angie Harmon and Jason Sehorn used it for one of their daughters.
  8. Marceline

    • Origin:

      Feminization of Marcel, French

    • Meaning:

      "little warrior"

    • Description:

      Balancing femininity, vintage charm, and fantasy nerdiness, Marceline is one to watch. Marceline the Vampire Queen from the 2010-2018 animated TV series Adventure Time brought her elaborate French name back into public consciousness. It re-entered the Top 1000 in 2020, after an 86 year hiatus, and rose into the 700s in 2021. Nicknames Marcie and Marcy are rising in popularity as well. Marceline may appeal to parents who like frilly, traditional, and sophisticated names such as Josephine and Genevieve.
  9. Skye

    • Origin:

      Scottish place-name

    • Description:

      The e-addition takes the name from slightly hippie-ish nature name to the place name of a picturesque island off the coast of Scotland, and for baby namers it's by far the more popular spelling.
  10. Kendall

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "valley of the river Kent"

    • Description:

      Kendall, as used for a girl, was initially propelled by a soap opera character (Sarah Michelle Gellar as Kendall Hart in All My Children) and reality star and Kardashian sister Kendall Jenner.
  11. Reef

    • Origin:

      Word name

    • Meaning:

      "ridge of rock or coral on sea floor"

    • Description:

      Reef is an uncommon nature name with mainstream potential. Its laidback, beach-y vibe makes it a perfect choice for ocean lovers.
  12. Emilie

    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of Emily; German and Scandinavian feminine form of Aemilius

    • Description:

      Unlike most creative spellings, this one isn't overly trendy or overdone—in fact, it's quite delicate and pretty. However, it is clearly suffering from the plethora of similar names that are flowing around right now (Emelie, Emilia, Emily, Emilee, Amelie, Amelia) and has fallen more than 300 spots since 2013. It might be time for Emilie and her sisters to be left alone for a while.
  13. Coy

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "shy, taciturn"

    • Description:

      Though rarely heard now, Coy has been around for a century and was not an uncommon name a hundred years ago. There have been a couple of NFL players named Coy, Coy Bowles is in the Zac Brown band, and of course there was Coy Duke in The Dukes of Hazzard. Due to the flirty connotations of the word "coy", McCoy is a more popular and recommended choice today.
  14. Haley

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "hay field"

    • Description:

      The second most popular spelling of this name is also the most straightforward.
  15. Josey

    • Origin:

      Variation of Joseph, Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "Jehovah increases"

    • Description:

      Josie and Josey read as feminine names, but a handful of boys are given this form as a first name each year. Josey is also heard as a pet name for Joseph.
  16. Shanti

    • Origin:

      Hindi

    • Meaning:

      "peace"

    • Description:

      This Hindi word which is used in prayer is one of the prime names that mean peace, always a nice message to impart to a child. Nick Nolte used it for his daughter.
  17. Embry

    • Origin:

      English surname

    • Meaning:

      "flat-topped hill"

    • Description:

      Though Embry became famous as the name of a boy werewolf in Twilight, we think its Em- beginning and -y ending make it perfectly appropriate for a girl. You might consider it as an alternative to Emma, Emily, or Aubrey. Embry or Embury is an established English surname.
  18. Matthieu

    • Description:

      Matthieu is the French variation of Matthew, derived from the Hebrew name Matityahu, meaning 'gift of God' or 'gift of Yahweh.' This masculine name has deep biblical roots, as Matthew was one of Jesus's twelve apostles and the author of the first Gospel in the New Testament. Matthieu maintains popularity in French-speaking regions and has gained international appeal for its sophisticated European flair. The name combines religious significance with a melodious sound, featuring the characteristic French '-ieu' ending. While less common in English-speaking countries than the standard Matthew, Matthieu offers a distinctive alternative that preserves the meaningful origins while adding continental elegance.

  19. Sharna

    • Description:

      Sharna is a feminine name with multiple origins. In Hebrew, it derives from 'Sharon,' meaning 'a fertile plain.' It also has Sanskrit roots where it means 'protection' or 'shelter.' In Australian Aboriginal languages, Sharna can mean 'to shine' or 'to glow.' The name gained modest popularity in English-speaking countries during the 1970s and 1980s, particularly in Australia. Sharna offers a melodic quality with its flowing sounds while remaining relatively uncommon, making it distinctive without being difficult to pronounce. Today, the name continues to be appreciated for its gentle sound and cross-cultural appeal.

  20. Jayna

    • Description:

      Jayna is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. It can be viewed as a variant of Jane (Hebrew for 'God is gracious'), a feminine form of Jay, or derived from Sanskrit roots meaning 'victory' or 'winning.' The name gained recognition in Western countries during the late 20th century, particularly through pop culture references such as the character Jayna from the animated series 'The Wonder Twins.' With its melodic sound and straightforward spelling, Jayna offers a modern alternative to more traditional names while maintaining familiar phonetics. The name has maintained modest usage in the United States and Canada, appealing to parents seeking a name that sounds contemporary yet accessible. Its cross-cultural associations give it versatility across different communities.