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  1. Pan

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "all or shepherd"

    • Description:

      Pan is the Greek god with the legs of a goat and the body of a pipes-playing man known for his mischievousness. Pan is also the god of shepherds, pastures, and fertility. Pan is also a Hindi name meaning leaf or feather.
  2. Egypt

    • Origin:

      Place name, English from Egyptian

    • Meaning:

      "the house of the soul of Ptah"

    • Description:

      Place names like Memphis, Harlem, Cairo, Vienna, Milan, and Astoria are right on trend at the moment, and Egypt could fit in, thanks to its similarity in sound to the likes of Edith and Eden. Alicia Keys used the name for her son back in 2010, but before that, it was used as a stage name for three famous belly dancers.
  3. Raja

    • Origin:

      Arabic or Sanskrit

    • Meaning:

      "hope; ruler"

    • Description:

      A relatively popular Arabic and Sanskrit name, which has a great positive meaning no matter which origin you claim.
  4. Knut

    • Origin:

      Old Norse; Norwegian; Swedish; Danish

    • Meaning:

      "knot"

    • Description:

      This royal but common Scandinavian name is, in the US, linked to a single figure -- Notre Dame football coach Knute Rockne. While Rockne's name was commonly pronounced like newt, the correct pronunciation is two syllables, sound the K.
  5. Rai

    • Description:

      Rai is a multicultural masculine name with diverse origins across several languages. In Japanese, it means 'thunder' or 'trust,' while in Hindi it can mean 'king' or 'chief.' The name also appears in Hebrew as a short form of Raizel, meaning 'rose,' though this usage is typically feminine. In Western contexts, Rai sometimes serves as a shortened form of Raymond or as a modern, minimalist name choice. Its single-syllable simplicity gives it a contemporary feel while its cross-cultural presence offers global appeal. Rai has maintained modest usage without becoming common, making it attractive to parents seeking a brief, distinctive name with international versatility and positive connotations of strength and leadership.

  6. Hitch

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Hitchcock

    • Description:

      The charming Hitch played by Will Smith in the eponymous movie put this into the lexicon. Also known as the nickname of director Alfred Hitchcock and writer Christopher Hitchens, who titled his autobiography "Hitch."
  7. Whistler

    • Origin:

      English occupational name

    • Meaning:

      "one who whistles"

    • Description:

      A new entry is the fashionable new occupational name category -- and a jolly job it must be -- with the added attraction of relating to the great early 20th century American artist James Abbott McNeill Whistler, of "Whistler's Mother" fame.
  8. Shade

    • Origin:

      English word name

    • Description:

      Nice sound, but double meaning -- shady glen or shady character.
  9. Bijoux

    • Description:

      Bijoux is a distinctive feminine name derived from the French word meaning 'jewels' or 'jewelry.' As a personal name, it conveys notions of preciousness, beauty, and value. The unique spelling with the 'x' gives it an exotic and sophisticated flair, while the pronunciation (bee-ZHOO) adds a melodic quality. Though rare as a given name in most countries, Bijoux has occasional usage in French-speaking regions and among parents drawn to names with French origins. Its appeal lies in its combination of delicacy and distinctiveness, offering a rare gem in the world of names. Parents choosing this name often appreciate its artistic associations and the way it suggests something treasured and special.
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