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Eiryn
Eiryn is a feminine name with Celtic origins, likely representing a modern variation of the Welsh name Erin (meaning "peace") or possibly connected to the Irish word "Éirinn" (poetic name for…
Nedrick
Nedrick is an uncommon masculine name with Germanic roots. It likely developed as a variant of names like Kendrick or Cedric, combining elements that historically meant 'ruler' or 'power.' The name…
Ned
English, diminutive of Edward
"wealthy guardian"
Ned is a gently old-fashioned Nancy Drew-Bobbsey Twins-era short form for Edward that sounds cooler than Ed and is enjoying a small style renaissance. Usage of Ned in literature goes back to a Ben…
Melisande
French form of Millicent, German
"strong in work"
This old-time fairy tale name is rarely heard in the modern English-speaking world, but it's so, well, mellifluous, that it would make a lovely choice for a twenty-first century girl--a romanticized…
Alysanne
Alysanne is a feminine name with medieval roots that combines elements of Alice and Anne, both classical names with royal associations. With its ethereal, lyrical quality, Alysanne gained…
Lysa
Lysa is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may function as a diminutive of Elisabeth or Melissa, a variant spelling of Lisa, or derive from names in various European languages. In…
Nyssa
Greek
"goal"
A fairly common Greek name that would fit in well here.
Oberon
Variation of Auberon
"elf king; noble bear"
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. Oberon was…
Doran
Irish
"stranger, exile"
Strong but gentle Irish last-name-first. Could bring to mind long-running rock group Duran Duran.
Darren
Irish
"little great one"
Darren and wife Sharon shop for fifties memorabilia on eBay. The Connecticut place-name Darien might offer an update.
Geoff
Geoff is a shortened form of Geoffrey, a masculine name of Germanic origin meaning 'peace pledge' or 'divine peace.' This shorter variant gained popularity particularly in British-influenced regions…
Kojo
Ghanaian, Akan
"born on Monday"
The Ashantis of Ghana traditionally use this animated name for boys born on Monday. The girls' equivalent is Adwoa, pronounced ahj-wa.
Mirelys
Mirelys is a feminine name with Hispanic origins, most commonly found in Puerto Rico and other Spanish-speaking Caribbean areas. The name likely developed as a modern creation, possibly combining…
Alyse
Alyse is a feminine name of French origin, considered a variant spelling of Alice. Alice derives from the Germanic name Adalheidis, meaning 'noble type' or 'nobility.' This elegant variation offers a…
Dael
Dutch variation of Dale
Dael is cooler than Dale -- but why? Vowel switch gives an old nature name a hipper look.
Daemon
Literature
The name of a warrior and dragonrider in the Game of Thrones universe, played by Matt Smith in the HBO prequel House of the Dragon . The word daemon also features in the His Dark Materials trilogy by…
Cerella
Cerella is a feminine name with Italian and Latin influences. It likely derives from names like Ceres (the Roman goddess of agriculture) or Circe from Greek mythology. The suffix "-ella" adds a…
Myrella
Myrella is an elegant feminine name with Greek roots, possibly derived from "myron" meaning "sweet oil" or "perfume," or as a variation of names like Myrna or Marella. The name has a lyrical, flowing…
Auryn
Celtic
"gold"
An unusual name for a child with golden hair. Auron is a Welsh female name with the same meaning.
Andor
Norwegian; Swedish; Hungarian
"eagle; manly"
Unusual but accessible multi-cultural choice.