For our future Prince

Jonathan

Hebrew

"gift of Jehovah"

Jonathan was derived from the Hebrew name Yehonatan, eventually contracted to the modern Yonatan, meaning "gift of Jehovah." It comes from the elements yeho , in reference to God, and natan , meaning…

Jose

Spanish and Portuguese version of Joseph, Hebrew

"Jehovah increases"

More traditionally spelled as José, this unaccented form is seen more frequently in the US, where it ranked in the Top 100 in a recent year. Used widely in the Hispanic community, it's the Spanish…

Oscar

English or Irish

"God spear, or deer-lover or champion warrior"

Oscar is one of the most stylish Old Man Names of our era. While it's softened slightly in popularity over the past 20 years, that may be considered a very good thing. In the nineties and the…

Josue

French, Spanish and Portuguese variation of Joshua, Hebrew

"the Lord is my salvation"

Josue - usually written as Josué - is a French, Spanish, and Portuguese variation of Joshua that has been in the US Top 300 since 1990 and in the Top 1000 since the 70s. While it remains popular in…

Hugo

Latinized form of Hugh

"mind, intellect"

Hugo, the Latin form of Hugh, has more heft and energy than the original -- and of course we love names that end (or begin, for that matter) with an o. This one is especially appealing because it's…

Valentino

Latin

"strength, health"

A dashing, dramatic and romantic Italian surname, associated with early movie heartthrob Rudolph, and later with Italian fashion designer Valentino (Garavani). Also the name of an early Roman saint,…

Fabian

Latin clan name

"bean grower"

Fabian is the ancient name of a saint and pope that also has Shakespearean cred as Olivia's servant in Twelfth Night and more recently made an appearance in Harry Potter . In the U.S. Fabian became…

Guillermo

Spanish variation of William

As with Guillaume (see above), Liam, Willem, and Wilhelm, everyday Williams in their own countries, Guillermo is a captivating possibility here. Giermo, Gigermo, Gijermo, Gillermo, Gillirmo, Giyermo,…

Feliciano

Feliciano is a masculine name of Latin and Italian origin derived from "felix" meaning "happy," "fortunate," or "lucky." This melodious name carries a naturally joyful connotation and has been used…

Gonzalo

Spanish from German

"saved from combat"

Popular among Hispanic parents, it explains the source of the nickname Gonzo.

Refugio

Refugio is a masculine name of Spanish origin that carries deep symbolic meaning. Translating directly to 'refuge' or 'sanctuary,' it emerged from religious contexts, referring to places of shelter…