One Piece Character Names

Just like Sam and Ben, Tom could be revived as a simple, well liked name on its own. Tom, just Tom, is one of the Top 100 Boy Names in France

Tony, as in classy. Or To-nyyy, as yelled out a tenement window.

When actress Susan Ker Weld changed her name to Tuesday, she opened up a whole calendar of possibilities. This was decades before the arrival of Sunday Rose Urban.

Whether it's used as a short form or on its own, this jazzy midcentury name is poised for a comeback along with brothers Ray and Walt.

Vander is a masculine name with multiple potential origins. It may derive from the Dutch prefix 'van der' meaning 'from the' or serve as a shortened form of Germanic names like Vanderson or Vanderbilt. Alternatively, it could be a modern variation of the Greek name Leander. Vander has gained modest popularity in recent decades as part of the trend toward surname-inspired first names and strong-sounding male names with distinctive initial consonants. The name conveys a sense of strength and uniqueness with its sharp 'V' beginning and solid ending. Vander projects a contemporary, confident image while maintaining a connection to European naming traditions. Its relative rarity makes it stand out while its straightforward pronunciation keeps it accessible.

Viola has plenty of positive elements going for it: the rhythm of the musical instrument, the association with the flower, the trending 'Vi' beginning and its leading role in Shakespeare's Twelfth Night. With a touch of international flair, it also avoids the violent/Violet some parents have.

Violet is soft and sweet, yet with a vivacious edge. Today, Violet is the top flower name for girls, outranking Lily and Iris in the Top 100, and the second most popular color name for girls after Scarlett.

Vivi is a short form of all the Vivian and Viveca forms that is sure to get a lot more attention now that a little Jolie-Pitt girl has been named Vivienne.

There have been many great Willies (Mays, Nelson, Wonka), but a boy with this name could never ever go to England. Most people will also assume it is short for the more traditional William, which might be the best avenue for achieving this nickname.

An appealing Asian name with a nickname feel.

When aspiring British writer Sadie Smith decided to change her name to the more distinctive and zippy Zadie at the age of fourteen, this attention-magnet name was born. But though it might sound like a modern initial-switch, Zadie was actually Number 539 in 1881, remaining in the Top 1000 for almost thirty years.

Zeff is a short, punchy masculine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variant of the Hebrew name Joseph ('Yosef'), particularly as a diminutive used in Jewish communities. Alternatively, it could derive from the Greek name Zephyr, meaning 'west wind'. In some cases, it functions as a shortened form of names like Zeffirelli or other Z-beginning names. The name's brevity gives it a modern, contemporary feel despite its potential ancient roots. Zeff remains quite rare in most English-speaking countries, though its simplicity and distinctive initial 'Z' make it memorable. The name carries a sense of energy and uniqueness, appealing to parents seeking a concise, uncommon name that's easy to pronounce and spell.

More neo than Neo, this is a name heard in the Power Rangers film title Power Rangers Zeo.