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  1. Kerry

    • Origin:

      Irish

    • Meaning:

      "dark, dark-haired"

    • Description:

      Kerry is the name of one of the most beautiful and lush counties of Ireland was a seventies favorite. Related, updated versions might include Cerys and Keira.
  2. Bob

    • Origin:

      English, diminutive of Robert

    • Meaning:

      "bright fame"

    • Description:

      Kids love Bob the Builder, but do they want to be Bob the Builder? Bob and Bobby have been out of style since the 1960s, but as vintage nickname-names -- Fred, Archie -- come back into vogue, Bob may tag along. Charlie Sheen used it for one of his twin sons.
  3. Lillie

    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of Lily or short form of Lillian, flower name

    • Description:

      This charming spelling of Lillie had its heyday in the late 1800s and ranked in the Top 100 until the end of the 1920s. It dropped off the Top 1000 completely in the 1980s and 1990s but is now back in play.
  4. Kay

    • Origin:

      English, diminutive of Katherine, Greek

    • Meaning:

      "pure"

    • Description:

      Kay, a cigarette-smoking, nightclubbing name of the 1930's, could be ready for a comeback along with cousins May/Mae and Ray/Rae.
  5. Sue

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Susan

    • Description:

      Much-used midcentury diminutive, now fallen far from favor even as a middle name.
  6. Noel

    • Origin:

      French

    • Meaning:

      "Christmas"

    • Description:

      Noel, the French word for Christmas has been given to both boys and girls born on that holiday since the Middle Ages. For girls it's often spelled Noelle.
  7. Moriah

    • Origin:

      Biblical place name; Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "the Lord is my teacher"

    • Description:

      Where Abraham took his son Isaac to sacrifice him. Taylor Hanson chose this as the middle name for his son Viggo, his fourth child, but most will see it as a girls’ name. Make life simpler and spell it Mariah.
  8. Wright

    • Description:

      Wright is a masculine name that originated as an English occupational surname referring to a craftsman or builder—specifically a woodworker or carpenter (from the Old English "wyrhta," meaning "worker"). As a first name, Wright carries strong traditional and artisanal connotations, suggesting skill, craftsmanship, and creation. It remains relatively uncommon as a given name, maintaining an air of distinction and uniqueness. The name has a strong, concise sound with its single syllable and consonant blend. Those named Wright might appreciate the name's connections to craftsmanship and its subtle suggestion that one can build or create their own path in life. Its surname-as-first-name style also reflects contemporary naming trends.

  9. Meghan

    • Origin:

      Variation of Megan, Welsh

    • Meaning:

      "pearl"

    • Description:

      Megan was one of the first trendy names to spawn lots of spelling variations and this form of the name is less popular than its streamlined counterpart, but nevertheless familiar to those in the English speaking world. A variant of Margaret, the name was rarely heard outside of Wales before the mid-20th century.
  10. Ronnie

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "she who brings victory; true image"

    • Description:

      Androgynous nickname for Veronica, Rhonda or Rona. Traditionally a male nickname for Ronald, Ronnie s finding new life as a girl's name amid the rising trend of boyish nicknames for girls. With its short, spunky style, Ronnie fits right in alongside other revived vintage picks like Frankie and Scottie.
  11. Perrie

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "dweller near a pear tree"

    • Description:

      Perrie, a soft and playful twist on Perry, gained attention through Perrie Edwards, singer of the British girl group Little Mix. With its sleek -ie ending, Perrie fits right in with rising unisex names and stylish picks like Frankie and Stevie.
  12. Ashton

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "ash tree place"

    • Description:

      Hot star Ashton Kutcher is pushing this unisex choice toward the boys' camp, but its variation Ashtyn is on the rise.
  13. Terrence

    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of Terence

    • Description:

      In the US, this variation is more popular than the original. Terrence has been in the US Top 1000 since 1920, but Terence has been left behind. Alternate spelling Terrance is the most popular iteration of the name.
  14. Letha

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "forgetfulness"

    • Description:

      Letha is taken from Lethe, the mythological River of Oblivion. Letha now sounds as if it's missing a first syllable.
  15. Edmond

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "wealthy protector"

    • Description:

      The sophisticated Edmond and its nearly-identical twin Edmund are coming out of mothballs now that Edward, inspired by Twilight, is once again a hot name. Parents looking for an alternative might gravitate to Edmond, a handsome classic that has both class and style.
  16. Emmitt

    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of Emmett

    • Description:

      Emmitt is a new spelling spin borne of the popularity of Emmett.
  17. Kathy

    • Origin:

      English diminutive of Katherine, Greek

    • Meaning:

      "pure"

    • Description:

      There are lots of Kathy moms and grandmas but very few babies, most of whom are now called Kate or Katie.
  18. Jewel

    • Origin:

      Word name

    • Description:

      Just like Flora is for botanicals, Jewel is the generic gemstone name, not used much since the early twentieth century, when it was seen as a symbol of how precious a daughter could be. The French version, Bijou, feels more modern, as do Pearl and Ruby.
  19. Raffaella

    • Origin:

      Italian variation of Hebrew Raphaela

    • Meaning:

      "God heals"

    • Description:

      Raffaella is the Italian form of the lovely name Raphaela, the female version of the angel's name Raphael, gorgeous in any spelling or international variation. Raffaella is one of the most appealing Italian baby names for girls.
  20. Willie

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of William, German

    • Meaning:

      "resolute protection"

    • Description:

      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.

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