Namen voor het broertje
By Malkavian
Updated Tue Jul 06 2021
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- Darius
Origin:
Latin, Greek, PersianMeaning:
"possessing goodness"Description:
Darius is a historic name via Emperor Darius the Great, a key figure in ancient Persian history, and several other Persian kings. His name today has an appealingly artistic image, which might well be found on a concert program or gallery announcement.
- Gareth
Origin:
WelshMeaning:
"gentle"Description:
Gareth, the name of a modest and brave knight in King Arthur's court, makes a sensitive, gently appealing choice, used more in its native Wales than anywhere else.
- Gideon
Origin:
HebrewMeaning:
"hewer; or, having a stump for a hand"Description:
Gideon is a no-longer neglected Old Testament name, but still makes an excellent choice for parents looking to move beyond such overused biblicals as Benjamin and Jacob. In the Old Testament, Gideon was a judge called on by God to rescue the Jews from the Midianites, and the name was popular among the Puritans.
- Jethro
Origin:
HebrewMeaning:
"excellence"Description:
Jethro, though the biblical father-in-law of Moses, has suffered for a long time from a Beverly Hillbilly image, but some really adventurous parents might consider updating and urbanizing it and transitioning it into the hip o-ending category.
- Leander
Origin:
GreekMeaning:
"lion-man"Description:
Leander was once an almost unknown name, however, with the popularity of Leo and the rise of Leandro, it now feels like a perfectly accessible alternative to Leon or Alexander. In Greek legend, Leander was the powerful figure who swam across the Hellespont every night to visit his beloved Hero, a priestess of Venus.
- Logan
Origin:
ScottishMeaning:
"small hollow"Description:
According to exclusive Nameberry data, Logan is officially the Number 1 gender-neutral name in the US, but that statistic is somewhat misleading given that nearly 90 percent of the baby Logans born in 2023 were boys.
- Lothar
Origin:
GermanMeaning:
"famous army"Description:
Lothar is cloddish, till you add a dashing io to the end...
- Oberon
Origin:
Variation of AuberonMeaning:
"elf king; noble bear"Description:
The Shakespearean character Oberon in A Midsummer Night's Dream is King of the Fairies, but the name, with its bold 'O' beginning has plenty of strength alongside its magical qualities.
- Orin
Origin:
Variation of Oren or Oran, Hebrew, Irish, ScottishMeaning:
"laurel, light, song, little green one"Description:
Orin is one of a variety of similarly-spelled names that have a soft and sensitive image. The Orrin spelling has been known nationally via Republican Senator Hatch.
- Raynar
Description:
Raynar is a strong masculine name with Norse and Germanic origins, related to names like Ragnar, Rayner, and Rainier. It combines elements meaning 'counsel' or 'decision' (from 'ragin') and 'warrior' or 'army' (from 'hari'), creating a name that suggests wisdom in battle or a wise warrior. This uncommon variation maintains the powerful sound of its ancient roots while offering a slightly modernized spelling. Raynar evokes images of Viking strength and Nordic heritage, appealing to parents drawn to names with historical depth and strong sounds. While never reaching mainstream popularity, Raynar has maintained steady though rare usage, particularly among families celebrating Scandinavian ancestry or those seeking a distinctive name with authentic historical connections.
- Rayner
Description:
Rayner is a masculine name with Germanic origins, derived from the Old Germanic elements 'ragin' (counsel) and 'heri' (army), thus meaning 'wise warrior' or 'strong counselor.' It was introduced to England by the Normans after the Conquest and has historical significance in medieval Europe. Though uncommon in modern usage, Rayner has seen occasional revivals as parents seek distinctive yet historically grounded names. The name has a strong, commanding sound while maintaining sophistication. It shares similarities with the more common name Raymond but offers a unique alternative. Rayner also exists as a surname in English-speaking countries, adding to its versatility and appeal as a given name with heritage connections.
- Raynor
Origin:
NorseMeaning:
"mighty army"Description:
Original and straightforward, but with little appeal.
- Ronan
Origin:
IrishMeaning:
"little seal"Description:
Ronan is the compelling legendary name of twelve Irish and Scottish saints that is now drawing some deserved attention; this cousin of the ascending Roman and Rowan was chosen by actor Daniel Day-Lewis and his writer-director wife Rebecca Miller in 1998, and more recently by actress Catherine Bell.
- Silas
Origin:
Aramaic, Latin, GreekMeaning:
"of the forest; or prayed for"Description:
Sleek and smart, with a hint of mystique about it, Silas is a recent addition to the US Top 100. Both mythological and Biblical in origin, Silas joins the ranks of Isaiah, Atlas, Elias, and Sebastian: polished and contemporary feeling names with plenty of history.
- Soren
Origin:
Danish, NorwegianMeaning:
"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.
- Storm
Origin:
Word nameDescription:
Windswept and dramatic, but perhaps asking for trouble. Quite popular in Denmark and Sweden, where it derives from Stromr, which is a fairly common surname. Storm Thorgerson is a famous bearer of the name - he designed iconic album covers for Led Zeppelin, Black Sabbath, the Cranberries, Anthrax, and Pink Floyd.
- Tristan
Origin:
CelticMeaning:
"noise or sorrowful"Description:
Tristan -- known through medieval legend and Wagnerian opera -- has a slightly wistful, touching air. This, combined with the name's popular "an" ending, makes Tristan very appealing to parents seeking a more original alternative to Christian.