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  1. Abalina

    • Origin:

      Variation of Abilene, place name

    • Description:

      An obscurity, though with the popularity of Abigail and the rise of all names that start with A, may make an attractive choice.
  2. Abiah

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "God is my father"

    • Description:

      Abiah is a Biblical name that appears for both female and male figures. It may be considered the same as the name Abijah in the Bible; one female Abijah was a queen and ancestor of Christ. Abiah may also be considered a relative of the Arabic name Abia. However you spell or pronounce it -- a - BY -a or a - BEE - a -- this name can be an original way to the nickname Abi.
  3. Adira

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "strong"

    • Description:

      Adira is one of those names that feels familiar without being overused. Simple but with subtle flair, Adira crosses different languages easily and could provide an alternative option tor the likes of Ava, Ariana, Adeline, and Anna.
  4. Aiyanna

    • Description:

      Aiyanna is a beautiful feminine name with multicultural roots. It's primarily of Native American origin, particularly from the Chippewa tribe, meaning 'eternal blossom' or 'forever flowering.' In Hindi, similar variations of the name can mean 'innocent' or 'pure.' The name gained moderate popularity in the United States during the early 2000s as parents sought unique names with meaningful origins. Aiyanna offers an elegant blend of melodic sounds with its flowing vowels and gentle consonants. While not among the most common names, it maintains a distinctive charm that appeals to parents looking for something both meaningful and uncommon. Variations include Aiyana, Ayanna, and Ayana.
  5. Albany

    • Origin:

      Place-name

    • Description:

      A capital place-name possibility.
  6. Amani

    • Origin:

      Variation of Imani, Arabic

    • Meaning:

      "faith"

    • Description:

      Popular with Muslim and African-American parents, this virtue name also fits in with the trendy i ending names being seen at the moment. It debuted on the US Top 1000 in 1996.
  7. Amiyah

    • Origin:

      American variation of Amaya and Amaia, Spanish

    • Meaning:

      "the end"

    • Description:

      While this name is a phonetic variant of Amaya and Amaia, its popularity could also stem from its similarity to names such as Aliyah, Amelia, and Amara too. It entered the US Top 1000 back in 2003, peaked in 2017 at #257, but has been on decline in recent years. Nevertheless, it is one of four variations of Amaia in the Top 1000 and when you combine these names together, they were collectively given to 3256 babies in a recent year, making the name *feel* or at least *sound* like a Top 100 choice, similarly popular to Ruby, Claire, Audrey, or Alice.
  8. Aniyah

    • Origin:

      Arabic, English modern invention

    • Meaning:

      "helper, caring; grace"

    • Description:

      Aniyah is a cross-cultural choice with a modern sound and classic roots. Currently in the Top 1000 in both the US and the UK, it has two different origins.
  9. Anneka

    • Description:

      Anneka is a feminine name with Scandinavian and Dutch origins, primarily functioning as a variant of Anna or Annika. In Dutch, it's a diminutive form of Anna, while in Swedish and Finnish contexts, it's closely related to Annika. The name ultimately derives from the Hebrew Hannah, meaning 'grace.' Anneka gained international recognition in the UK and beyond through Swedish television presenter Anneka Rice, who hosted popular challenge programs in the 1980s and 1990s. The name combines traditional roots with a fresh, slightly exotic sound, making it appealing to parents seeking something familiar yet distinctive. While never extremely common, Anneka has maintained steady usage, particularly in Northern European countries and among English speakers looking for alternatives to more common Ann-derived names.

  10. Anniston

    • Origin:

      English surname and American place name

    • Meaning:

      "Anis' town; Annie's town"

    • Description:

      A name with plenty of celebrity glamor and contemporary flair, Anniston has a variety of origins. On one hand, it's a place name, deriving from a city in Alabama of the same name. Founded in the late 19th century by Samuel Noble and Daniel Tyler, it was named in honor of the latter's daughter-in-law, Annie Tyler.
  11. Annistyn

    • Description:

      Modern variant spelling of Anniston
  12. Atlanta

    • Origin:

      Place name

    • Meaning:

      "Atlantic Ocean"

    • Description:

      The capital of Georgia is far from the ocean, but got its name from the Western and Atlantic Railroad which ran through the city. Best known as a hub of industry and transport, and for its roles in the Civil War and Civil Rights Movement, it has never been popular as a baby name despite sounding like one. Its peak popularity was in 1995, the year before Atlanta hosted the Olympic Games.

  13. Auden

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "old friend"

    • Description:

      The poetic, soft-spoken Auden has recently started to be considered as a first name option, used for both sexes, appreciated for its pleasing sound as well as its link to the distinguished modern Anglo-American poet W.H. Auden.
  14. Azalea

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "azalea, a flower"

    • Description:

      Azalea is one of the fresher flower names, along with Zinnia and Lilac, that are new to the name bouquet — in fact, it entered the Social Security list for the first time in 2012. So if Lily and Rose are too tame for you, consider this brilliant pink springtime blossom with a touch of the unusual that has been growing in popularity.
  15. Abriella
    • Baize

      • Origin:

        French

      • Meaning:

        "dark brown"

      • Description:

        This fabric word name would be a one-of-a-kind.
    • Bastian

      • Origin:

        Diminutive of Sebastian, Latin from Greek

      • Meaning:

        "man of Sebastia"

      • Description:

        In Spanish cultures, and spelled either Bastian or Bastien, this is a fairly common nickname name. The German fantasy children's book The Neverending Story features a young boy character called Bastian Balthlazar Bux, and it has also been seen in several screen versions.
    • Blakely

      • Origin:

        English surname

      • Meaning:

        "dark wood or clearing"

      • Description:

        Blakely, along with Blakeley, Blakelee and Blakeleigh, is one of the post-Ashley surname names that end with the lee sound so stylish today. Reality stars Trista and Ryan Sutter named their daughter Blakesley. These surname-names are among the most stylish English names for girls.
    • Blakesley

      • Origin:

        English place-name and surname

      • Meaning:

        "dark wolf's wood or clearing"

      • Description:

        Blakesley is the name of a village in England, also sometimes found as a surname along with Blakely and Blakeley, turned into a first name for their daughter by reality stars Trista and Ryan Sutter. Blakesley joins other -ley ending names -- Hadley, Finley -- as one of the most popular forms of unisex names with a girlish spin.
    • Blythe

      • Origin:

        English

      • Meaning:

        "happy, carefree"

      • Description:

        Blythe is Nameberry gem — one of those names that visitors to the site are often searching for, despite the fact it's never ranked in the US charts as a given name.
    • Bonita

      • Origin:

        Spanish

      • Meaning:

        "pretty"

      • Description:

        Like Benita, had some popularity in the fifties.
    • Booker

      • Origin:

        English

      • Meaning:

        "scribe"

      • Description:

        Booker would make for a very cool name, for writers, reformers, R & B fans and those wanting to pay tribute to Booker T. Washington.
    • Brantley

      • Origin:

        English

      • Meaning:

        "sword, fiery torch"

      • Description:

        Brantley is one of several English surnames that was new to the tops in 2009. A possible-probable inspiration is the country rock singer Brantley Gilbert.
    • Brenner

      • Origin:

        German

      • Meaning:

        "to burn"

      • Description:

        Brenner is an occupational surname for both a charcoal burner and a distiller of spirits. One of the least used of occupational surnames, it has that 'er' ending that definitely adds to its stylishness; a possible successor to Brendan.
    • Briar

      • Origin:

        English

      • Meaning:

        "a thorny patch"

      • Description:

        Fairy-tale memories of Sleeping Beauty inspire some parents—such as Rachel Bilson and Hayden Christensen—to call their daughters Briar Rose. But Briar plus a different middle name might work even better. It's one of the newly popular nature-word names, charting in the US for the first time in 2015 for both genders.
    • Briet
      • Callista

        • Origin:

          Greek

        • Meaning:

          "most beautiful"

        • Description:

          Calista Flockhart spotlighted this lovely Greek name that has a long future in the English-speaking world. Kallista is another spelling; Calixta and Calixto are related.
      • Carabelle

        • Description:

          Carabelle is a charming feminine name that combines elements of 'Cara' (meaning 'beloved' in Italian or 'friend' in Irish) with the popular '-belle' suffix meaning 'beautiful' in French. This compound structure creates a name suggesting 'beautiful beloved' or 'lovely friend.' The name has a vintage, romantic quality reminiscent of Victorian-era naming patterns. While never extremely common, Carabelle has seen modest renewed interest alongside other vintage names with the '-belle' ending. The name's melodic quality and sweet meaning make it appealing to parents seeking something feminine and distinctive with historical charm. Carabelle offers a more elaborate alternative to the simple 'Cara' while maintaining its warm essence.
      • Carlsen

        • Origin:

          Scandinavian

        • Meaning:

          "Carl's son"

        • Description:

          Good way to honor Scandinavian roots, or an ancestor named Carl or Charles.
      • Carlton

        • Description:

          See CARLETON.
      • Celestine

        • Origin:

          Latin

        • Meaning:

          "heavenly"

        • Description:

          Celestine is a pretty, crystalline extension (actually a diminutive) of Celeste that would make a choice that is both delicate and strong. It is also a popular name in France.
      • Colette

        • Origin:

          French, short form of Nicole, feminine variation of Nicholas, Greek

        • Meaning:

          "people of victory"

        • Description:

          Like the French author with whom the name is most closely associated, Colette is a chic and charming name that is being rediscovered. After disappearing for nearly 30 years, Colette rejoined the Top 1000 in 2012 at Number 659 and has continued to rise since then.
      • Constance

        • Origin:

          English version of Latin Constantia

        • Meaning:

          "steadfastness"

        • Description:

          Constance is one of the more subtle of the virtue baby names, but still has quite a prim and proper image. One impediment to its revival has been the decidedly dated nickname Connie, though modern parents might well opt for using the strong and dignified name in full.
      • Dayton

        • Origin:

          English, variation of Deighton

        • Meaning:

          "place with a dike"

        • Description:

          If Dayton, like Trenton and Camden, is finding favor with parents, it's more because of its popular two-syllable surname feel and -on ending than the industrial city in Ohio.
      • Eames

        • Origin:

          English

        • Meaning:

          "son of the uncle"

        • Description:

          An upscale surname with a nice modern design connection to the creators of the Eames chair and other midcentury furniture classics, Charles and Ray Eames.
      • Eliana

        • Origin:

          Hebrew

        • Meaning:

          "my God has answered"

        • Description:

          Eliana is a lilting, rhythmic choice, which has caught on in the US and other English-speaking countries. Currently popular in the UK, The Netherlands, Canada, and Brazil, it also makes the US Top 50.
      • Elisabetta

        • Origin:

          Italian variation of Elizabeth

        • Meaning:

          "pledged to God"

        • Description:

          This version softens, feminizes, and glamorizes the long-time favorite. A fresh way to honor Grandma Betty. Elizabetta is a variation.
      • Elizabella

        • Origin:

          Compound name, Eliza + Bella

        • Meaning:

          "pledged to God + beautiful"

        • Description:

          Elizabella is a much more obscure smoosh than sisters Isabella and Annabelle, but the megapopularity of Isabella may give this unusual combo name a boost.
      • Elspeth

        • Origin:

          Scottish variation of Elizabeth

        • Meaning:

          "pledged to God"

        • Description:

          Elspeth is one of those names that never quite made it out of the British Isles--particularly Scotland, but possesses a winningly childlike charm. Elspeth was used by Sir Walter Scott for several of his female characters.
      • Emilia

        • Origin:

          Feminine variation of Emil, Latin

        • Meaning:

          "rival"

        • Description:

          Emilia is the feminine form of the Roman clan name Aemilius, which derived from the Latin aemulus, meaning "rival." In Shakespeare’s Othello, Emilia is the wife of Iago and confidante of Desdemona. Amelia, although homonymous, has a different root and meaning.
      • Evangeline

        • Origin:

          Greek

        • Meaning:

          "bearer of good news"

        • Description:

          Evangeline is a romantic old name enjoying a major comeback, thanks to its religious overtones, Eva's popularity, and the star of the TV megahit Lost, Evangeline Lilly. Evangelia and Evangelina — two variants of Evangeline — are sure to tag along for the ride.
      • Evian

        • Origin:

          Variation of Evan, French place name

        • Meaning:

          "God is gracious; water"

        • Description:

          Evian might sound elegant, if you could forget the water. But, as noted in the 1999 movie Superstar, which features a female Evian, no one will. Or at least, they might feel the need to comment on it.
          aqua, the Latin word for water.
      • Gabriella

        • Origin:

          Italian feminine variation of Gabriel

        • Meaning:

          "God is my strength"

        • Description:

          Gabriella is the feminine form of Gabriel, a name derived from the Hebrew Gavri’el. Gavri’el is composed of the elements gever, meaning "strong," and ’el, referring to God. Gabriella is used among a variety of cultures in the US, including Italian Americans, Latinos, and in the Jewish community. Gabriela is the Spanish spelling.
      • Graydon

        • Origin:

          English

        • Meaning:

          "son of the gray-haired one"

        • Description:

          Waspy, but preferable to Nanny Diaries satiric name Grayer. Grayton Greydon, Greyton.
      • Heath

        • Origin:

          English

        • Meaning:

          "the heathland dweller"

        • Description:

          Rugged and outdoorsy, Heath was an obscure choice until the 1960s when it was used in the television series, The Big Valley for character Heath Barkley. It peaked in the 70s when it reached the Top 200, but has since been in decline, dropping out of the Top 1000 in 2023.
      • Hudson

        • Origin:

          English place-name and surname

        • Meaning:

          "Hugh's son"

        • Description:

          Hudson has risen quickly up the charts over the past 30 years, getting a lot of its style value from New York's Hudson River. That makes it a nature name and a place name that's also got the fashion gloss of New York City.
      • Idalia

        • Origin:

          Greek, Germanic

        • Meaning:

          "behold the sun; work, labor"

        • Description:

          A pretty, if unusual choice for a summer baby, particularly a girl with an ancestor named Ida. An epithet of the goddess Aphrodite, Idalia is derived from the Greek place name Idalion.
      • Isadora

        • Origin:

          Greek

        • Meaning:

          "gift of Isis"

        • Description:

          For a long time, Isadora has been overlooked in favor of Isabella, owing perhaps to its association with the tragic modern dancer, Isadora Duncan, or because parents would rather their daughter be a Bella than a Dora. Now, with Theodora back in the charts and vintage names in vogue, Isadora has been slowly gaining more attention over the last decade.
      • Ivan

        • Origin:

          Russian variation of John

        • Meaning:

          "God is gracious"

        • Description:

          Though some might find it a bit heavy-booted, Ivan is one of the few Russian boys' names to become fully accepted into the American naming pool.
      • Javan

        • Origin:

          Hebrew

        • Meaning:

          "Greece"

        • Description:

          A son of Noah in the Bible who is also thought to be an ancestor of the Greek people and the guardian angel of Greece. An alternative to Jason or Jayden, perhaps.
      • Jaxson

        • Origin:

          Variation of Jackson, English

        • Meaning:

          "son of Jack"

        • Description:

          One of several phonetic spellings of Jackson moving up the charts, Jaxson entered the Top 100 in 2013 and has remained there since. It's also picking up steam in England and Wales.. Actor Eric Mabius used it as his son Rylan's middle name.
      • Jessamy

        • Origin:

          English, variation of Jessamine

        • Meaning:

          "jasmine flower"

        • Description:

          Jessamy and big sister Jessamine are all but unknown in the U.S., but make distinctive alternatives to overexposed Jessica, Jessie, and Jasmine.
      • Jezebel

        • Origin:

          Hebrew

        • Meaning:

          "not exalted"

        • Description:

          Jezebel, the wife of King Ahab in the Hebrew Book of Kings, has long had a bad girl reputation. But in the modern secular world, this is somewhat mitigated by the feminist perspective of her as a strong woman, the power behind the throne. Previously avoided as a baby name, Jezebel is now, along with the also previously avoided Delilah and Desiree, coming into use, helped by its relation to other 'bel' name such as Isabel and Bella.
      • Kalila

        • Origin:

          Arabic

        • Meaning:

          "beloved"

        • Description:

          The lilting name of a range of mythical mountains, with an extensive menu of spellings, and a more unusual way of fitting in with current favorites Lila and Lola.
      • Keziah

        • Origin:

          Hebrew

        • Meaning:

          "cassia tree"

        • Description:

          This lively Old Testament nature name (belonging to one of the three beautiful daughters of Job) may be missing from the current US Top 1000 list, but it ranks highly here on Nameberry — making it one to watch!
      • Langdon

        • Origin:

          English

        • Meaning:

          "long hill"

        • Description:

          Classy-sounding surname name usually bypassed in favor of the simpler Landon.
      • Liberty

        • Origin:

          Word name

        • Description:

          Less common than other virtue names, Liberty is nonetheless a name with a long American heritage.
      • Linden

        • Origin:

          Variation of Lyndon

        • Meaning:

          "linden tree hill"

        • Description:

          The graceful, natural image of the verdant shade tree transcends any connection with President Johnson.
      • Mayella

        • Origin:

          Compound name, combining May, Mary, Margaret or Maya with Ella

        • Meaning:

          "Maytime fairy; beloved fairy; pearl-like fairy; fairy mother"

        • Description:

          A sunny sounding name, Mayella is a smoosh name with various meanings, depending on which etymological root you follow for May. The name is perhaps most associated with Mayella Ewell in Harper Lee's novel, To Kill a Mockingbird, a character whose loneliness and desperation spark the main plot of the book. This may well put parents off using the name and it is only ever given to a handful of girls every year.
      • Noaz

        • Origin:

          Hebrew

        • Meaning:

          "bold"

        • Description:

          Love the popular Noah but want to make it more distinctive? You can vary it to Noam, and going all the way to Noaz takes it from distinctive to unique.
      • Nova

        • Origin:

          Latin

        • Meaning:

          "new"

        • Description:

          Nova has the feel of both newness, from its meaning, and great energy as an astronomical term for a star that increases suddenly in brightness before fading.
      • Nylah

        • Origin:

          Arabic

        • Meaning:

          "winner"

        • Description:

          Nylah is the Arabic name of a princess -- Nyla is another variation -- that's rising quickly through the ranks, partly thanks to an adorable kitty that enjoyed 15 minutes of YouTube fame. But we predict this attractive and unusual name will get a longer turn in the sun than the pop-culture cat.
      • Oliver

        • Origin:

          Latin

        • Meaning:

          "olive tree or elf army"

        • Description:

          Oliver is an international star, ranking near the top of the charts in the US and throughout the English-speaking world, along with a host of European and Latin American countries, from Norway to Chile, Slovenia to Switzerland.
      • Opal

        • Origin:

          Sanskrit

        • Meaning:

          "gem"

        • Description:

          Opal is on the verge of a repolishing, following other jewel names like Ruby and Pearl. A Top 100 name during the first two decades of the twentieth century, the opalescent Opal has a good chance of coming back as another O-initial option.
      • Paxton

        • Origin:

          Latin and English

        • Meaning:

          "peace town"

        • Description:

          Paxton stands out from a lot of other two-syllable surname names for two reasons: the dynamic letter X in the middle, and its admirable peace association, providing the great nickname Pax.
      • Portland

        • Origin:

          English

        • Meaning:

          "land near the port"

        • Description:

          There are two lovely Portlands, in Maine and Oregon, but not many babies with their name.
      • Prescott

        • Origin:

          English

        • Meaning:

          "priest's cottage"

        • Description:

          Prescott is one of several distinguished, upper-crusty surnames beginning with P.
      • Princeton

        • Origin:

          English

        • Meaning:

          "princely town"

        • Description:

          This uppity name has been a fast climber in recent years, but we still think it's a bit much. Even abroad, where the connection to the prestigious university will be weaker, any name beginning with "Prince" will sound pretentious.
      • Roland

        • Origin:

          German

        • Meaning:

          "famous throughout the land"

        • Description:

          Roland is a chivalrous old name made famous by the supposedly eight-foot-tall romantic hero and nephew of Charlemagne, celebrated in medieval poetry and song. It is more widely heard in the US now in its Spanish form, Rolando. You might want to consider rollicking short form Rollo, either on its own or as an abbreviation of Roland. Orlando is the graceful Italian form.
      • Ryker

        • Origin:

          German

        • Meaning:

          "rich"

        • Description:

          As a stylish name, Ryker has three big things going for it: its Ry beginning (as in Riley, Ryder, and Rylan), its two-syllable rhythm, and its er ending. A nice surprise for many is it's "rich" meaning. While this may not be a factor beyond New York City, there is an infamous prison there called Riker's Island. Ryker is one of the trendiest German names for boys in the US.
      • Sable

        • Origin:

          English animal name

        • Description:

          Sable is often associated with the Dynsaty soap opera, but it is actually a type of animal historically hunted for its fur. Sable is also used as a word for a warm, rich black color. Both associations carry hints of luxury.
      • Saskia

        • Origin:

          Dutch

        • Meaning:

          "Saxon"

        • Description:

          From the first time we saw the name Saskia attached to a portrait of Rembrandt's wife (her full name was Saakje van Uylenburgh, but she was always called Saskia), we have found it utterly charming and wondered why it hasn't attracted more fans In this country--she's appreciated by the Brits, who have moved her to Number 392. Saskia is one of those names that's been used in Europe since the Middle Ages, but has never crossed the ocean.
      • Sephora

        • Origin:

          French variation of Tziporah, Hebrew

        • Meaning:

          "bird"

        • Description:

          This lovely name is a softened French version of Tziporah, the biblical wife of Moses. Unfortunately, in the US, it's become attached to the cosmetics franchise.
      • Serenity

        • Origin:

          Latin

        • Meaning:

          "peaceful"

        • Description:

          Peaceful, calm, and untroubled: these are qualities parents may be hoping for, either on their parenting journey or in their child’s life. The name Serenity encapsulates these hopes, conjuring up a sense of balance, composure, and ease.
      • Shade

        • Origin:

          English word name

        • Description:

          Nice sound, but double meaning -- shady glen or shady character.
      • Shaina

        • Origin:

          Hebrew

        • Meaning:

          "beautiful"

        • Description:

          Despite its Irish sound, this commonly used word name has usually been confined to Jewish families.
      • Shiloh

        • Origin:

          Biblical place-name, Hebrew

        • Meaning:

          "tranquil"

        • Description:

          Cool meets Born Again meets Brad and Angelina, who made Shiloh an instant star when they chose it for their daughter. While Shiloh has risen from obscurity thanks to its celebrity baby use, it hasn't become a star the way brother names Maddox and Pax have. It entered the Top 1000 in 2007, one year after the birth of Ms. Jolie-Pitt.
      • Simone

        • Origin:

          French, feminine variation of Hebrew Simon

        • Meaning:

          "listening, hearkening"

        • Description:

          Simone, the elegant French feminization of Simon, strikes that all-important balance between unusual and familiar, and it's oozing with Gallic sophistication. A dated choice in its native France, gymnast Simone Biles brings new bounce and spark to name.
      • Soren

        • Origin:

          Danish, Norwegian

        • Meaning:

          "stern"

        • Description:

          This gentle Scandinavian name, soft and sensitive, is being discovered in a major way by parents in the US. It's most closely identified with the nineteenth century philosopher Soren Kierkegaard, but there have been modern fictional Sorens as well, in The Matrix Reloaded and the book series Guardians of Ga'Hoole, Charlie and Lola, and Underworld.
      • Tayson

        • Origin:

          Modern invented name

        • Description:

          Parents wanting to move beyond Jason and Mason, not to mention Taylor, have created Tayson. But like many smoosh baby names, this choice is less than the sum of its parts.
      • Texas

        • Origin:

          Place-name

        • Description:

          After Dallas, Austin, and Houston, the new cowboy on the block. Old-school Western nickname: Tex.
      • Thayer

        • Origin:

          French variation of Taylor

        • Meaning:

          "tailor"

        • Description:

          Thayer is an affable, less-common alternative to Taylor, with a much more indirect connection to its occupational source. Actor Thayer David (born David Thayer: Thayer was his father's first name) was known for his roles in Rocky and Dark Shadows.
      • Theodore

        • Origin:

          Greek

        • Meaning:

          "gift of God"

        • Description:

          As unlikely as it may seem, Theodore is a hot new hit name, vaulting into the Top 10 in 2021 for the first time ever and rising three more points last year to rank at Number 7.
      • Torsten

        • Origin:

          Swedish from Old Norse

        • Meaning:

          "Thor's stone"

        • Description:

          Scandinavian names are fashionable these days, and Torsten is one that is used only occasionally: About 20 baby boys were named Torsten in the US last year.
      • Travis

        • Origin:

          French occupational name

        • Meaning:

          "tollgate-keeper"

        • Description:

          Has a laid-back rural feel some would associate with country singer Travis Tritt; Kyra Sedgwick and Kevin Bacon chose it for their son. Travis Scott, born Jacques Webster Jr., a popular rap artist, is another famous Travis.
      • Travon

        • Origin:

          Modern invented name

        • Description:

          Typical of the kind of newly created combination names being increasingly used, Travon sounds strong and distinguished but has no real substance behind it.
      • Traylor

        • Origin:

          Modern invented name

        • Description:

          Okay, it's a little bit like Trey, and a little bit like Taylor, but exactly like....trailer?
      • Treyton

        • Origin:

          American invented name

        • Description:

          A trendy sounding choice--if we had to give it a meaning would be either "three cities" or "town with trees," but since it's a modern invention, you'd have to pick it for its current feel alone. Another option: TRENTON, a real place name.
      • Taelyn
        • Warren

          • Origin:

            English from French

          • Meaning:

            "park-keeper"

          • Description:

            Long lingering in limbo, Warren suddenly seems to be on the cusp of revival. One of the oldest recorded English surnames, Warren's popularity in the U.S. dates back to the nineteenth century, and by 1921, reached its peak at Number 24.
        • Winter

          • Origin:

            Word name

          • Description:

            Fresher, brisker and, yes, cooler than Summer or Autumn or Spring, Winter is now a full-fledged female choice, especially since Nicole Richie and Joel Madden used it for daughter Harlow's middle name, and Gretchen Mol picked it as her daughter's first, as did media mogul Sean Parker. Winter continues to be the preferred spelling and has risen in popularity significantly over the past few years.
        • Xavian

          • Description:

            Xavian is a masculine name representing a modern variation of Xavier, which itself derives from the Basque place name Etxeberria, meaning 'new house.' The name gained prominence through St. Francis Xavier, a 16th-century Spanish missionary. Xavian combines the distinctive 'X' beginning of Xavier with the flowing ending of names like Adrian or Julian, creating a contemporary feel while maintaining historical connections. The initial 'X' gives the name an edge of uniqueness, while the overall sound remains approachable. Growing in popularity since the early 2000s, Xavian appeals to parents seeking modern-sounding names with subtle historical roots. The name projects qualities of strength and distinctiveness while offering the friendly nickname option 'Xavi.' Its relative rarity ensures individuality without being difficult to pronounce or understand.