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Octavius

Latin

"eighth"

Octavius, which was at one time used for the eighth child in a family, has the worn leather patina of all the ancient Roman names now up for reconsideration. As a Roman family name, it derives from…

Pacificus

Latin

"tranquil"

The name Pacificus has historical roots in Christian tradition, where it was adopted by several saints and religious figures for its peaceful meaning. Pacificus emerged during the early Christian era…

Pacific

Ocean name; from Latin

"tranquil"

Pacific is an adventurous kind of place-name, with the added bonus of the association with peace.

Sirius

Latin from Greek

"burning"

Yes, it's the name of the brightest star in the sky, but can't you just hear people saying, "Are you serious?" Singer Erykah Badu used it as a middle name for son Seven.

Fabius

Latin

"bean"

Though the Fabian or Fabio versions are more often heard today, Fabius is the Roman family name they originated from. The general Quintus Fabius Maximum was famous for his strategic delaying tactics,…

Ulisse

Ulisse is the Italian form of Ulysses, a name with ancient Greek origins. Derived from Odysseus, the legendary hero of Homer's epic poem "The Odyssey," the name carries associations of intelligence,…

Remo

Italian variation of Remus, Latin

"twin"

With its stylish -o ending and similarity to the likes of Remy, Rio, and Leo, this Italian name could make an appealing and distinctive choice. A variation of Remus, it is associated with Roman…

Gideone

Gideone is a masculine name that represents an elaborate variation of Gideon, which has Hebrew origins meaning 'feller' or 'hewer.' In the Bible, Gideon was a military leader, judge, and prophet who…

Ettore

Italian variation of Hector

"holds fast"

Elegant and flowing, Ettore is the Italian form of the ancient Hector, with gentler sounds and a more poetic feel. It's a popular choice in Italy right now, where it ranked in the Top 40 in a recent…

Piero

Italian, variation of Peter

"rock"

Piero is elegant, melodic, appealing. Just picture the muted frescoes of Renaissance artist Piero della Francesca.

Arrigo

Italian variation of Henry and Harry

"estate ruler"

Think Harry with a go-getter ending.

Cesare

Italian form of Caesar, Latin, "hairy; to cut"

"hairy; to cut"

The handsome Italian variant of Caesar, a name synonymous with Julius, leadership, emperors, and salad, Cesare offers a form with plenty of flair. A rising choice in Italy where it recently made the…

Tilo

Tilo is a masculine name with Germanic origins, functioning as a short form of Dietlof or Theodulf, which combine elements meaning 'people' and 'wolf.' Particularly common in Germany and Scandinavian…

Sidro

Sidro is a masculine name that likely originated as a diminutive form of Isidro or Isidore. The name has Spanish and Portuguese connections, with Isidore deriving from Greek elements meaning 'gift of…

Nelo

Spanish, diminutive of Daniel

Lively nickname form of overused biblical favorite.

Galo

Spanish from Latin

"from Gaul"

Hispanic name of two saints, celebrated on July 1 and October 16.

Efrain

Spanish variation of Ephraim

On the Latino Hit Parade, heard much more often than the English version.

Inigo

Basque, medieval Spanish variation of Ignatius

"fiery"

Inigo, almost unknown in the U.S., is an intriguing choice, with its strong beat, creative and evocative sound, and associations with the great early British architect and stage designer Inigo Jones.…