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  1. Valentin

    • Origin:

      French, German, Russian, Czech, Scandinavian variation of Valentine

    • Meaning:

      "strength, health"

    • Description:

      Romantic name used throughout Europe, though sure to lead to pronunciation problems here. Though it's never been too widely used in the US, it's quite popular in Switzerland, France, Austria, and Romania.
  2. Matheo

    • Origin:

      Scandinavian variation of Mateo, Spanish

    • Meaning:

      "gift of God"

    • Description:

      With Mateo making its first ever appearance in the US Top 10 in 2023, its Scandinavian variant Matheo borrowed some of its spotlight and appeared in the Top 1000 for the first time.
  3. Marlene

    • Origin:

      German variation of Madeline; combination of Mary and Magdalen

    • Description:

      Marlene Dietrich made it famous when she condensed her first two names, Maria and Magdalena. Now more often pronounced with two syllables rather than three.
  4. Oskar

    • Origin:

      German variation of Oscar

    • Description:

      Oskar is to Oscar as Jakob is to Jacob: more distinctive and continental.
  5. Paulina

    • Origin:

      Spanish, feminine variation of Paul

    • Meaning:

      "small"

    • Description:

      More stylish than either Paula or Pauline, it was given a glamour gloss by model Paulina Porizkova in the nineties.
  6. Theodor

    • Description:

      Theodor is a classic masculine name of Greek origin meaning "gift of God," derived from the elements "theos" (God) and "doron" (gift). This spelling variant is particularly popular in Germanic and Scandinavian countries, including Germany, Austria, Norway, and Sweden. While the Theodore spelling is more common in English-speaking regions, Theodor has gained appreciation for its sophisticated European flair. The name has been borne by numerous notable figures throughout history, including composer Theodor Adorno, writer Theodor Herzl, and children's author Theodor Geisel (better known as Dr. Seuss). Theodor offers parents a timeless yet distinguished name option with appealing nickname possibilities including Theo, Ted, and Teddy.
  7. Konstantin

    • Origin:

      Slavic; Estonian; Finnish; Hungarian; German, from Latin

    • Meaning:

      "steadfast"

    • Description:

      This sleek form of Constantine is traditional in many European countries, and most popular in German-speaking nations and Russia.
  8. Josef

    • Origin:

      German, Scandinavian, Czech variation of Joseph, Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "Jehovah increases"

    • Description:

      The German, Scandinavian and Czech variant of Joseph, borne by several notable European artists and athletes, as well as the brutal Soviet dictator Josef (or Iosif) Stalin.
  9. Lorenz

    • Description:

      Lorenz is a masculine name of Germanic and Latin origin, derived from the Roman name Laurentius, meaning 'from Laurentum' or 'crowned with laurel,' symbolizing victory and honor in ancient Rome. This continental European variation of Lawrence has been particularly popular in German-speaking countries, Austria, and parts of Switzerland. Lorenz gained historical significance through notable figures like Lorenz von Bibra, Prince-Bishop of Würzburg, and physicist Hendrik Lorentz. The name combines strength and sophistication with its crisp 'z' ending, distinguishing it from more common Anglicized versions. While maintaining steady popularity in European countries, it remains less common in English-speaking regions, offering a distinctive yet recognizable choice. Nicknames may include Lori, Enzo, or Renz.

  10. Maximillian

    • Origin:

      Variant of Maximilian

    • Description:

      We see no reason to add an extra "L" to Maximilian -- it's long enough as is.