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  1. Lysander

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "liberator"

    • Description:

      Lysander is a distinctive Greek name that could be thought of as a more creative cousin of Alexander. In ancient history, Lysander was the name of an esteemed Spartan naval commander and his literary cred comes from one of the two star-struck young men in Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream, as well as one of the twin sons (the other being Lorcan) of Luna Lovegood, whom we learn about in the Harry Potter epilogue.
  2. Langton
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      • Magda

        • Origin:

          German variation of Magdalen

        • Description:

          On "Sex and the City," Magda was the elderly nanny from the old country -- which is what this name sounds like. While Magdalene and Magdalena are enjoying fresh life, Magda still feels dated.
      • Magdelene

        • Description:

          Magdelene is a variant spelling of Magdalene, a name with biblical origins referring to Mary Magdalene, a follower of Jesus from the town of Magdala. The name ultimately derives from Aramaic elements meaning "tower" or "elevated, great." This spelling variation with the 'd' before 'g' is less common than the standard Magdalene. The name carries strong religious associations while offering the friendly nicknames Maggie or Lena. Though never among the most popular names, Magdelene has maintained consistent if modest usage over centuries, particularly in Christian communities. The name conveys a sense of historical depth and spiritual significance while having a gentle, feminine sound that balances traditional roots with timeless appeal.

      • May

        • Origin:

          Diminutive of Margaret and Mary; month name

        • Description:

          May is a sweet old-fashioned name that hasn't been on the national charts in several decades, but is definitely sounding fresh and springlike. Parents are beginning to see it once more as one of the prettiest middle name options. May was as high on the list as Number 57 in the 1880s; it's now 228 on Nameberry.
      • Morgan

        • Origin:

          Welsh

        • Meaning:

          "sea-born, sea-song or sea-circle"

        • Description:

          Morgan, once split evenly between the sexes, is a strong and attractive Welsh favorite, still a common boys’ name in Wales. Morgan is now more often a girls' name in the U.S. – about 2000 girls were given the name in one recent year, vs. 362 boys – though it's one of the most traditional unisex choices. Morgan was actually a Top 200 pick for boys in Victorian Britain!
      • Morgana

        • Origin:

          Female version of Morgan, Welsh

        • Meaning:

          "sea-circle"

        • Description:

          Since Morgan is used as--or more--frequently for girls as for boys, this feminization has fallen by the wayside. It drew some brief attention via the pop singer Morgana King.

          The similar Morgiana appears in Tales from the Thousand and One Nights.

      • Moss

        • Origin:

          English

        • Meaning:

          "descendant of Moses"

        • Description:

          This evocative green nature name, heard much more frequently as a surname, is associated with playwright Moss Hart (born Robert), who co-wrote (with George S. Kaufman) such enduring Broadway comedies as The Man Who Came to Dinner and You Can't Take it With You.
      • Murphy

        • Origin:

          Irish

        • Meaning:

          "sea warrior"

        • Description:

          This surname name popularized for girls by TV's Murphy Brown back in the 80's and 90's still has some breezy energy. Almost 400 baby girls were named Murphy in 2021, versus just over 200 baby boys, making the name solidly gender neutral.
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        • Nanette

          • Origin:

            French diminutive of Anne

          • Meaning:

            "grace"

          • Description:

            There was a time when French names like Annette, Paulette – and Nanette – were chic, but now, we'd have to say "No, no, Nanette".
        • Natalie

          • Origin:

            French variation of Russian Natalia

          • Meaning:

            "birthday of the Lord"

          • Description:

            Natalie — a Franco-Russian name — became Americanized years ago and is one of those surprising names that's always ranked among the girls' Top 1000 names in the US.
        • Nebula

          • Origin:

            Latin

          • Meaning:

            "mist"

          • Description:

            Could be the next Nova, now that celestial baby names are in the ascendent.
        • Nicole

          • Origin:

            French feminine variation of Nicholas, Greek

          • Meaning:

            "people of victory"

          • Description:

            Nicole was derived from Nicholas, the English variation of the Greek Nikolaos, composed of the compounds nike, meaning "victory," and laos, "people." The variation Nicole arose in the Middle Ages in France to honor St. Nicholas. Names related to Nicole include Colette, Nicolette, Nika, Nicola, and Nicolina.
        • Night

          • Origin:

            Word name

          • Description:

            An ubercool and mysterious name, brought to you by director M. Night Shyamalan.
        • Nike

          • Origin:

            Greek

          • Meaning:

            "victory"

          • Description:

            The goddess and personification of victory in Greek mythology – sister to strength, force, and zeal – could make a powerful namesake for a daughter. The goddess would fly a chariot across battlefields rewarding the victors with laurel garlands. Though Nike would make a more unique alternative to her much more popular Roman counterpart, Victoria, be warned that many people’s first association will be the sportswear brand.
        • Nikita

          • Origin:

            Russian or Sanskrit

          • Meaning:

            "victor; house"

          • Description:

            Nikita – a masculine Russian name deriving from the Greek name Niketas, meaning "victory" – has come a long way from portly post-Stalin Soviet leader Khrushchev to the female spy/assassin in the movie and TV series La Femme Nikita.
        • Norman

          • Origin:

            English

          • Meaning:

            "northerner, Norseman"

          • Description:

            Norman, perhaps because it sounds so much like the word 'normal', conjures up the image of a normal-looking guy with a normal kind of job-- not necessarily an image many modern parents seek for their sons. But though it's been off the national popularity list for several years, Norman is Number 694 on Nameberry. It was a Top 100 name for more than half a century, hitting a high in 1931 at Number 36, but today it's nowhere near one of the most popular boy names starting with N.
        • Nova

          • Origin:

            Latin

          • Meaning:

            "new"

          • Description:

            Nova has the feel of both newness, from its meaning, and great energy as an astronomical term for a star that increases suddenly in brightness before fading.