Absolutely Unique Historical and Literary Boys Names
- Austen
Origin:
Literary surname and shortened form of Augustine, LatinMeaning:
"great, magnificent"Description:
Parents who love the great English novelist Jane Austen may choose this spelling of the popular name Austin to honor the author of Emma and Pride and Prejudice.
- Thorsten
Description:
Thorsten is a Germanic masculine name variation of Torsten, derived from the Old Norse name Þórsteinn (Thor's stone). It combines the elements 'Thor' (the Norse god of thunder) and 'stein' (stone), symbolizing strength and durability. Primarily used in Germany, Denmark, and other Scandinavian countries, Thorsten gained moderate popularity throughout the 20th century. While not among the most common names today, it maintains steady usage in Germanic countries where traditional Nordic names are valued. In English-speaking countries, Thorsten remains relatively uncommon but recognized, often appreciated for its strong consonant sounds and distinctive Norse heritage.
- Twain
Origin:
EnglishMeaning:
"divided in two"Description:
Twain can be thought of as a modernization (and possible namesake) of the dated Wayne, seasoned with the humor of Mark Twain, who adopted it from a river term.
- Woolf
Origin:
Variation of Wolf, animal nameDescription:
The spelling Woolf inevitably conjures writer Virginia. If you're a fan of Mrs. Dalloway and the Bloomsbury group, Woolf might be a creative way to combine a trendy animal name with an original honor name. Woolf was the surname of Virginia's husband, Leonard.
- Ovid
Origin:
Latin, meaning unknownDescription:
Ovid is the English form of the Roman family name Ovidius, which possibly comes from the word for sheep. It is the usual English name for the first-century poet Publius Ovidius Naso.
- Antony
Origin:
LatinMeaning:
"priceless"Description:
Variation of Anthony, and more true to the original Latin spelling. The Roman statesman Marcus Antonius is usually known as Mark Antony in English.
- Loukas
Origin:
Greek form of LukeMeaning:
"man from Lucania"Description:
The original Greek form of Luke, similar to the English Lucas, but with the emphasis on the second syllable. Loukas Notaras was a Byzantine Greek statesman - the last grand Duke of the Byzantine Empire, while a more recent bearer is Czech-Greek footballer, Loukas Vyntra.
- Hurston
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