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By aleighana7
Updated Fri Dec 24 2021
  1. Alexander

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "defending men"

    • Description:

      Alexander has been in a Top 25 boys' name in the US for 30 years now. But namers are still attracted to its imposing historic pedigree.
  2. August

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "majestic, venerable"

    • Description:

      Though associated traditionally (and fashionably) with boys, it has been used occasionally for girls as well – by Garth Brooks, Nicolas Cage, and Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg, for example. But August is used significantly more often for girls these days than traditional feminine variations Augusta and Augustina, and makes for a fresh twist on traditional month names like April and May, as well as an updated spin on season name Autumn.
  3. Beckett

    • Origin:

      English and Irish

    • Meaning:

      "bee hive, little brook or bee cottage"

    • Description:

      Beckett is one of the big baby name hits of the decade.
  4. Belle

    • Origin:

      Short form of Isabelle or French

    • Meaning:

      "beautiful"

    • Description:

      Belle has nothing but positive associations, from "belle of the ball" to "Southern belle" to the heroine of Disney's Beauty and the Beast. As if this weren't enough good things, Belle is also one of the most familiar and usable names that mean beautiful. Though it has been overshadowed by the Twilight-influenced Bella and longer forms like Isabella and Annabella, Belle has its own Southern charm and would make a pretty choice as a first or middle name.
  5. Benson

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "son of Ben"

    • Description:

      Benson has outgrown its long association with a wisecracking TV butler with a fresh new association: singer songwriter Benson Boone. Parents may see it as an alternate route to nickname Ben, very different in image than the biblical Benjamin or the Latin Benedict, and more in tune perhaps with stylish with Bennett.
  6. Blaire

    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of Blair, Scottish

    • Meaning:

      "dweller on the plain"

    • Description:

      Blair with a little something extra, which some parents may feel feminizes the name. The Blaire spelling was given to a surprising number of baby girls, with about a third of baby girls with the name given this spelling. The final e also is reminiscent of Claire.
  7. Bradley

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "wide meadow"

    • Description:

      An English surname name, Bradley has a long history, dating way back to at least 1086, but as a first name it actually succeeded in the US before it reached England--though Dickens used it in his novel Our Mutual Friend. Bradley Cooper is one namesake.
  8. Callahan

    • Origin:

      Irish

    • Meaning:

      "bright-headed"

    • Description:

      Callahan, the simpler spelling of Callaghan, is a rhythmic jig of a name whose history harks back to the ancient King of Munster. In the Dirty Harry movies, the Clint Eastwood character is Harry Callahan.
  9. Carter

    • Origin:

      English occupational name

    • Meaning:

      "cart maker or driver"

    • Description:

      One of the surname names for boys on its way to becoming unisex, this name broke into the Top 1000 for the first time in 2013 for girls. While it sounds masculine to us, because of its two-syllable er-ending sound so trendy with boys’ names, many parents apparently disagree.
  10. Chase

    • Origin:

      French

    • Meaning:

      "to hunt"

    • Description:

      Chase, with its sleek and ultraprosperous aura, is redolent of the worlds of high finance and international banking. Chase has been well used during the last few decades, seen as a character on 24 and on several young-audience shows.
  11. Collins

    • Origin:

      Surname derived from Nicholas or Colin

    • Description:

      Though Collins makes the Top 1000 for girls, it sounds strong and handsome for boys too, kind of like the newly-stylish Brooks. The final s updates it from the 80s-ish Colin or the Twilightish Cullen. Might make an innovative honorific for a grandpa Nick.
  12. Cummings
    • Dean

      • Origin:

        English

      • Meaning:

        "church official"

      • Description:

        Dean may sound to some like a retro surfer boy name, but it is once again climbing up the popularity chart in the USA. For decades it was associated with Dean (born Dino) Martin; more recent representatives include Dean Cain, Dean McDermott and Dean Koontz -- not to mention Jared Padalecki's dreamy Dean Forester in Gilmore Girls.
    • Denim

      • Origin:

        Word name

      • Meaning:

        "sturdy cotton"

      • Description:

        With Levi in vogue and country names on trend, Denim could fit in among the Waylons, Walkers, Coltons, and Rhetts. As a boys name, it brings to mind the qualities of the fabric: hardworking, cool and versatile. Singer Toni Braxton chose this name for her son in 2001, and parents have been using it for boys and girls ever since.
    • Elaine

      • Origin:

        French and Scottish

      • Meaning:

        "bright, shining light"

      • Description:

        This old Scottish form of Helen has had quite a history, going from appearing as one of the shining heroines of the Arthurian legends, the princess who fell in love with Sir Lancelot and became the mother of Sir Galahad, referred to as 'Elaine the fair' and 'Elaine the lovable', to being the name of the most famous of New York's celebrity restaurants, to being the archetypal New York neurotic on Seinfeld.
    • Elliott

      • Origin:

        Variation of Elliot

      • Meaning:

        "Jehovah is God"

      • Description:

        While Elliott and Elliot are well-established for boys, parents are now considering both these boy names for girls, too.
    • Ezra

      • Origin:

        Hebrew

      • Meaning:

        "help"

      • Description:

        Ezra has a lot going for it: the strength of its heroic Biblical legacy, its quirky sound, and its fresh but familiar feel. Ezra is now at its highest point ever, but its intuitive streamlined spelling and deep roots could make it a worth successor to Elijah in the Top 10 -- or even to Liam or Noah at Number 1.
    • Fiona

      • Origin:

        Scottish

      • Meaning:

        "white, fair"

      • Description:

        Fiona entered the American consciousness with the opening of the 1954 Broadway musical Brigadoon, but didn't come onto the U.S. popularity list until 1990.
    • Grayce

      • Description:

        Grayce is an elegant variation of Grace, a feminine name with Latin origins derived from 'gratia,' meaning 'favor' or 'thanks.' This alternative spelling maintains the traditional pronunciation while adding a distinctive touch. The name Grace originally gained popularity as a virtue name during the Puritan era, representing divine grace and elegance. Grayce emerged as a modern variant in the late 20th century, offering a fresh take on the classic. The name conveys qualities of refinement, poise, and divine blessing. While less common than the traditional spelling, Grayce has steadily gained appreciation among parents seeking names with timeless meaning and contemporary style.

    • Grayer