Gumby's Real Name
- ACHATZ
- Andrew
Origin:
GreekMeaning:
"strong and manly"Description:
During its Top 10 heyday in the late 90s and early oughts, Andrew was one of the "cooler" classic boy names, an update on the old guard Roberts and Richards.
- BENDER
- Damon
Origin:
English variation of DamianDescription:
Damon is a name with a strong, pleasing aura (much like the persona of Matt D.) and extremely positive ancient associations. From the classical myth, Damon and Pythias have become symbols of true friendship, as Damon risked his life to save his friend from execution. And Damon of Athens was the fifth century philosopher who taught both Pericles and Socrates.
- Edward
Origin:
EnglishMeaning:
"wealthy guardian"Description:
Unlike perennials William, John and James, Edward is a classic that moves in and out of fashion. This royal Anglo-Saxon standard has benefited in recent years from the popularity of the hot hero of the vampire sensation Twilight — Edward Cullen — who has given his name a new infusion of cool.
- GUMBY
- Jago
Origin:
Spanish and Cornish variation of JacobMeaning:
"supplanter"Description:
Jago is a dashing alternative to overused favorite Jacob.
- Mackenzie
Origin:
ScottishMeaning:
"son of Kenneth"Description:
This lively Scottish surname is an anglicized form of the Gaelic Mac Coinnich, Coinnich being one of the original Gaelic forms of Kenneth.
- Malachi
Origin:
HebrewMeaning:
"my messenger"Description:
An Old Testament name with a Gaelic lilt, Malachi entered the list in 1987.
- Orion
Origin:
GreekMeaning:
"boundary, limit"Description:
Orion is a rising star, with both mythical and celestial overtones.
- Picard
Origin:
French from BasqueMeaning:
"from Picardy"Description:
Associated with the "Star Trek" commander of the USS Enterprise.
- Piotr
Origin:
Russian, Polish, BelarusianMeaning:
"rock"Description:
A variant transcription of Russian Pyotr, and also the Polish and Belarusian form of Peter, classic and still very popular there.
- Remy
Origin:
French from LatinMeaning:
"oarsman"Description:
Remy is one of the hottest names today for both boys and girls, sometimes spelled Remi. . It entered the popularity list in 2009 and has quickly become one of the fastest-rising names on the list.
- Rhys
Origin:
WelshMeaning:
"ardor"Description:
Rugged but gentle, Rhys is the traditional Welsh spelling of this name, which can also be anglicized as Reese or Reece. Up until 2010, Reese was the preferred spelling in the US, perhaps because parents were concerned about mispronunciation. However, Rhys has since taken over for boys and is now used twice as often as Reese.
- Tiberius
Origin:
LatinMeaning:
"of the Tiber"Description:
The name of an important ancient Roman emperor, Tiberius might sound a bit heavy for a modern boy to carry, but with the rise of Atticus, Tiberius and brothers begin to feel more baby-friendly, much in the same way as Old Testament names like Elijah and Isaiah have been rejuvenated.
- Ven
Description:
Ven is a concise masculine name with multiple cultural origins. In Dutch and Scandinavian contexts, it derives from words meaning 'friend' or 'companion,' giving it warm, approachable connotations. In Vietnamese usage, Ven can relate to concepts of stability or steadiness. Some also consider it a shortened form of names like Sven, Steven, or even Venantius, an ancient Roman name. The name's brevity makes it distinctive in an era of longer masculine names, offering simplicity with meaningful origins. Ven's international appeal comes from its easy pronunciation across multiple languages and cultures. While uncommon as a standalone name, it has seen some increased usage among parents seeking minimalist, contemporary name choices with positive meanings and cross-cultural versatility.
- Victor
Origin:
LatinMeaning:
"conqueror"Description:
Victor is one of the earliest Christian names, borne (as Vittorio) by several saints and popes, symbolizing Christ's victory over death. It has been quietly in the Top 200 since 1880, but just recently has taken on a cool edge by fashionable parents in London and seems ripe for a similar reevaluation here too.
- VINCENTY