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elephanza
By elephanza
Updated Sun May 14 2023
Very unique and under the radar names - just the way I like 'em! Enjoy and let me know what you think.
  1. Amadeo

    • Origin:

      Italian

    • Meaning:

      "lover of God"

    • Description:

      Amadeo and Amedeo are both valid Italian forms of the Roman Amadeus, most famous as the middle name of the composer Mozart as well as the title of a movie about him. Mozart's name was actually the Greek Theophilus, but he transformed it to the Latin version. Amadeo is also used in Spain, where it was the name of a 19th century king who was born in Italy.
  2. Amedea

    • Origin:

      Italian

    • Meaning:

      "lover of God"

    • Description:

      Feminine form of Amadeus popular now in Italy and ripe for export. Might also be spelled Amadea. The preferred pronunciation is AHM-a-DAY-a but it may also be pronounced ah-MED-ee-a.
  3. Azarra
    • Azelie
      • Elodie

        • Origin:

          French, variation of Alodia, German

        • Meaning:

          "foreign riches"

        • Description:

          The lyrical and melodious Elodie, a Nameberry favorite, is starting to rise through the US popularity charts for the first time since the 1880s. This once uncommon member of the El- family is a Top 100 name in the UK, Canada, and New Zealand, while in the US, it was one of the fasted rising names of 2024 and now sits in the Top 400.
      • Eloise

        • Origin:

          French and English variation of Heloise

        • Meaning:

          "healthy; wide"

        • Description:

          Well balanced between sleek, sweet, strong, and vintage, newly chic Eloise re-entered the US Top 1000 in 2009, following a 50-year absence. In 2022, it broke into the Top 100 in the US and across the pond in the UK. Given to nearly 3000 babies each year, Eloise is showing no sign of stepping out of the spotlight.
      • Enzo

        • Origin:

          Italian variation of Henry, German

        • Meaning:

          "estate ruler"

        • Description:

          You may be surprised to know that Enzo is now a Top 100 boy name in the US and the UK, where it has been climbing straight uphill since the turn of this century.
      • Felice

        • Description:

          Felice is traditionally a masculine name in Italian culture, though it may appear feminine to English speakers unfamiliar with Italian naming traditions. Derived from the Latin 'felix,' Felice literally means 'happy,' 'fortunate,' or 'lucky.' In Italy, the feminine counterpart is Felicia. The name has a long history dating back to early Christianity, with several saints bearing the name. While maintaining steady usage in Italy, Felice remains relatively uncommon in English-speaking countries. The name's association with happiness and good fortune makes it a meaningful choice with a positive connotation. Its melodic quality and simple pronunciation offer a distinctive yet accessible option for parents seeking a name with Mediterranean charm.

      • Filomena
        • Galilee

          • Origin:

            Hebrew

          • Meaning:

            "the province"

          • Description:

            Galilee is a highly unusual place name, Galilee being a large region in northern Israel, the home of Jesus during at least thirty years of his life, and also where he cured a blind man. The Sea of Galilee gets its name from the area.
        • Grazia
          • Iona

            • Origin:

              Scottish place-name

            • Description:

              This name of a small island off the coast of Scotland is trending upwards along with other I names.
          • Isla

            • Origin:

              Scottish place-name or Spanish

            • Meaning:

              "island"

            • Description:

              Isla is a hit name throughout the English-speaking world but hasn't found the same popularity in other western countries, perhaps because its spelling and pronunciation don't make sense for those whose native language is not English. Think island without the final two letters.
          • Iridessa
            • Italia
              • Marcello

                • Origin:

                  Italian and Spanish

                • Meaning:

                  "young warrior"

                • Description:

                  Based on the ancient name Marcellus, drawn from Mars the god of war, Marcello -- it's pronounced mar-chell-o -- is one of the most lush and attractive Latin names.
              • Marzenna
                • Odion

                  • Origin:

                    Esan

                  • Meaning:

                    "first born of twins"

                  • Description:

                    Strong name from the Esan language of Nigeria, with a satisfyingly specific meaning for a child's place in the family.
                • Osric

                  • Origin:

                    English

                  • Meaning:

                    "divine ruler"

                  • Description:

                    Clad in armor. But while this name may have been forbiddingly antiquated not that long ago, the connection to the trendy nickname Os or Oz makes it a real possibility.
                • Otto

                  • Origin:

                    German

                  • Meaning:

                    "wealthy"

                  • Description:

                    Otto is cool again. Long a quintessential Old Man Name, Otto has been promoted to trending darling of adventurous baby namers.