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Some boys are meant to stand out from the first day. Discover unique boy names that feel rare, meaningful, and beautifully wearable — from hidden gems with deep history to modern favorites that quietly turn heads. Every name below comes with its full meaning and origin, so you can choose one that truly fits your son.

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A
15 of 94 names
Aaden
Hebrew · Little fire, fiery one
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Aarav
Hindi / Nepali · Peaceful, musical, one who sings
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Aarya
Sanskrit · Noble
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Abdiel
Hebrew · Servant of God
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Abram
Biblical / Hebrew / Russian / Amish · Father of Many Nations
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Acie
ModernAmerican / InventedVariant · Noble or of noble birth.
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Adan
Hebrew / Biblical · Little Fire, Fiery One.
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Aden
Hebrew / Old English · Little fire / delight, pleasure
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Admiral
English · A high rank in the navy
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Adolfo
Germanic / Spanish · Noble wolf, noble hero
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Adria
Latin · From Hadria, dark, rich
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Agustin
ModernAmerican / InventedVariant · The exalted one
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Ahmad
Arabic · Praiseworthy
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Ahmed
Arabic / Bosnian / Pashto / Turkish / Urdu · Praiseworthy
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Ajee
ModernAmerican / InventedVariant · Powerful, mighty, strong, respected.
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B
15 of 51 names
Baker
Modern American · Occupational name for bread maker.
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Bama
Modern American · Southern US state, Crimson Tide.
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Banks
English / Germanic · One who lives on the hillside or riverbank
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Barney
English / Hebrew · The Son of Encouragement
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Bart
Dutch / Greek / Hebrew · Rich In Land
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Basil
English / Greek / Latin · Imperial, Monarchic or Royal
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Baylor
Modern American · One who delivers goods
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Bebe
Modern American · Toy; delight; lady of the house; life
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Benson
English / Latin · The Blessed One
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Berna
Turkish · Young Woman
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Bernell
Modern American · Bernell means brave and noble.
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Bertram
English / German / Germanic · As Bright As A Raven
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Blaine
Gaelic · The Color Yellow
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Bodhi
Modern American · Awakening, enlightenment
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Bodie
Modern American · 'Body', 'messenger', 'shelter', 'warning', 'protect'.
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C
15 of 70 names
Caddie
French · Free man
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Cade
Modern American · Pure, protector, kind-hearted.
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Callahan
English · Bright-headed
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Callen
Modern American · 'Callan' means 'battle' or 'rock'.
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Camilo
Latin / Spanish · Attendant at religious rites, noble
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Camron
English · Crooked nose
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Cannon
Modern American · People of Cana or wolf cub
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Carlton
English · Town For Peasants
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Carlyle
English · From the walled city
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Carmelo
Hebrew / Spanish · Garden of God
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Carrington
English · From Carrington
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Cash
English / Germanic · Hidden storage or hiding place.
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Casimer
Modern American · Bringer of Peace and Harmony.
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Casimir
English / French / Polish / Slavic · Destroyer of Peace
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Cason
Modern American · Son of a frenchman.
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D
15 of 86 names
Daja
Modern American · Symbol of strength and resilience.
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Damarion
Spanish / Latin · "Gifted, powerful leader" | Formal: "One who rules with grace"
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Damion
Modern American · To tame, subdue
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Dandre
Modern American · "Man's strength or courage."
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Dane
English · From A Valley
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Dangelo
Vietnamese · Italian surname, meaning "of angels."
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Danial
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · God is my judge.
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Dante
Italian / Latin · Steadfast, Faithful
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Danyell
Modern American · "God is my judge."
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Daquan
Modern American · Strong, powerful, leader, experienced, intelligent.
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Dariel
Modern American · Feminine name meaning "gift of God".
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Darien
English / Persian · A Good and Wealthy Protector
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Darion
Modern American · "Darion" means "gift" or "uplifting."
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Darl
Modern American · Beloved in Irish Gaelic.
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Darnell
English / French · A Plant
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E
15 of 51 names
Earlie
Modern American · Early onset or beginning.
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Ebb
Modern American · Tide; flowing or receding water.
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Ed
English · Wealthy Guard
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Edd
Modern American · We couldn't find the exact meaning for the name 'Edd', as it appears to be a nickname rather than a standalone name.
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Eddy
Old English · Wealthy guardian, prosperous guard
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Edmond
Old English · Wealthy protector, prosperous guard
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Edsel
English / Germanic · Small Father
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Efrain
Modern American · Fruitful, fertile, productive
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Eithan
Hebrew · Strong, firm
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Elden
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Noble friend
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Eldon
English · The Elf's Hill
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Eldred
English · Aged Counselor
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Elexis
Modern American · Defender
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Elia
Hebrew / Italian · God is Yahweh, devotes to God.
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Eliam
Hebrew · God is my nation
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F
15 of 18 names
Fabian
Polish · Bean grower
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Fae
English · Fairy
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Felipe
Greek / Spanish · Lover of horses, horse friend
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Female
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Woman or girl.
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Ferdinand
Germanic · Bold voyager, adventurous peace
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Finis
Modern American · End, conclusion, termination, boundary, limit.
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Finnegan
English / Gaelic · A Descendent of A Fair Haired Person
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Fitzhugh
English · Son of intelligence
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Fletcher
Modern American · Arrow-maker
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Flo
English / Latin · Like A Flower
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Florian
French · Florian: Blooming, flourishing, or blossoming.
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Ford
English · Dweller at the ford
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Forrest
English · From The Woods
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Foy
Modern American · Faith
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Freddy
Germanic · Peaceful ruler, peace and power
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15 of 30 names
Galen
English / Greek / Amish · Calm or Peaceful
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Gannon
Modern American · Fair-skinned, fair-haired
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Garland
English · A Triangular Bit of Land
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Garret
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Spear strength
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Garrison
Modern American · Son of Garret
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Gaylord
English / French · A Dandy
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Gearld
Modern American · Ruler with a spear. | Formal: Mighty spear bearer.
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Geary
Modern American · Simplified: Spear ruler or spear warrior. | Formal: Ruler of the spear.
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Gerardo
Germanic / Spanish · Strong spear, brave with spear
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Gerry
Germanic / Irish · Strong spear
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Gianni
Hebrew / Italian · God is gracious
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Gideon
Hebrew / Jewish / Aramaic · Hewer
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Gilberto
Germanic / Spanish · Bright Young Man
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Gill
English · Valor, protection, young goat.
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Gillie
Modern American · Servant; protection; shield; young goat.
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H
15 of 35 names
Hadleigh
ModernAmerican / InventedVariant · Heather meadow, heathery clearing.
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Hal
Germanic / Hebrew · Army ruler / home ruler
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Hamza
Arabic / Urdu · Lion or strong
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Hank
Germanic · Home ruler, estate ruler
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Hans
Hebrew / Germanic · God is gracious
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Harding
English / Germanic · Son of The Hard One
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Hardy
English · Bold, brave
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Harlan
English · Hailing From Near An Army Land
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Harland
English · Meaning: Land of the army.
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Harlin
Modern American · Surname meaning "hare land".
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Harlyn
English / German · Rocky land
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Harmon
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · From Old English: Army man
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Harris
English / Germanic · Ruler of The House
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Harve
English · Harve: Strong defender.
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Hassie
Modern American · Short form of Harriet.
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14 of 14 names
Ibrahim
Arabic / Hebrew / Indonesian / Malay / Turkish · Father of Multitude
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Illa
Modern American · Energetic, youthful, intuitive, determined, ambitious.
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Iman
Arabic · Faithful Person
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Infant
Modern American · Baby, newborn, young child.
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Irwin
English · Friend Like A Boar
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Isadore
English / Greek · Present From Isis
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Isaias
Hebrew / Spanish · God is salvation, God saves
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Isiah
Hebrew · God is salvation, God saves
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Isidore
Greek · Gift of Isis, gift of the goddess
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Ismael
Spanish · God will hear
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Israel
Hebrew · He who wrestles with God, Israel
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Issac
Hebrew · He laughs, laughter, joy
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Izaiah
Modern American · Salvation of the Lord
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Izola
Modern American · "Gift of tranquility and peace."
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J
15 of 74 names
Jacoby
Modern American · Supplanter
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Jadin
Modern American · "God has heard; thankful soul."
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Jadon
Biblical / Hebrew · God has heard, thankful.
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Jaedyn
ModernAmerican / InventedVariant · Modern American unisex name.
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Jagger
English / Germanic · Carter
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Jaheim
Modern American · God's home; divine dwelling place
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Jairo
Spanish · Sacred name
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Jalin
Modern American · "Jalyn" means "healer" or "calm and serene."
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Jamaal
Arabic · Handsome, distinguished, prominent, chivalrous, noble.
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Jamal
Arabic · Handsome or Beautiful
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Jamar
Arabic / English · Handsome or Beautiful
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Jamari
Modern American · "Beautiful and charming child."
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Jamarion
Modern American · Formal - The meaning of the name 'Jamarion' is not specified.
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Jamel
Modern American · Formal and simple meaning of the name 'Jamelle': Supplanter or Variant of James.
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Jamelle
Modern American · Formal and simple meaning of the name 'Jamelle': Supplanter or Variant of James.
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K
15 of 73 names
Kade
Modern American · Pure, protector, kind-hearted.
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Kadeem
Arabic · Servant
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Kairo
Hawaiian / Polynesian · The name 'Kairo' means "victorious" or "ascendant."
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Kaison
Hawaiian / Polynesian · Kaison means "rejoice" or "happy."
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Kaizen
Hawaiian / Polynesian · Continuous improvement in business.
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Kalee
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Goddess of fate and time.
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Kalia
Modern American · Hawaiian/Sanskrit origin; beauty or flower bud.
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Kalli
Modern American · Beautiful, lovely, admirable.
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Kamden
Modern American · Winding valley
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Kameron
English · Crooked nose
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Kamya
Modern American · The potential or the ability.
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Kaniya
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Welcoming and gracious spirit.
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Kannon
Modern American · Buddhist goddess of compassion.
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Kanye
Modern American · Honor, tribute
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Kareem
Arabic · Generous or Noble Person
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L
15 of 46 names
Lafe
Modern American · Meaning of the name "Lafaye": Noble and loyal spouse.
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Lamont
Modern American · Lawyer
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Landin
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Surname derived from Land.
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Laramie
French · Canopy of leafy boughs
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Lark
English · Early Bird
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Larrie
English · Uncertain, cautious, persevering, protector, honest.
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Lashon
Modern American · Tongue, language, or speech.
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Lassie
Modern American · Female dog; young girl.
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Lavar
Modern American · Washer, launderer, cleanser, purifier.
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Lawson
English / Latin · Laurence's Son
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Layton
English · Leek Farms
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Leandro
Greek / Italian / Portuguese / Spanish · Strong Like The Lion
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Ledger
Modern American · Record or book of accounts.
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Leighton
English · Leek Farms
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Leland
English · From Near Fallow Land
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M
15 of 58 names
Madden
Modern American · Little dog
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Major
English / Germanic / Latin · Spear Counsel
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Makai
Hawaiian / Polynesian · God of the sea.
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Makala
Hawaiian · Myrtle,
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Makenzi
Modern American · Female Scottish surname turned given name
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Malcolm
English / Gaelic · Follower of Saint Columba
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Maliah
Arabic / Islamic · Bitter
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Manning
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Monk
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Marcelo
Latin / Spanish · Of Mars, warlike, little warrior
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Marcos
Latin / Spanish · Of Mars, warlike, dedicated to Mars
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Markus
Latin / Germanic · Of Mars, warlike, dedicated to Mars
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Marlon
Modern American · Strong, resilient, charming, and determined.
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Marques
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Noble, respectable, distinguished, leader
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Marquis
English / French · From The Border
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Marti
Modern American · Variant of Martin/Martha; of Mars or lady.
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N
15 of 30 names
Napoleon
Germanic / Italian · From Naples
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Nash
Arabic / Islamic · By the ash tree
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Nasir
Arabic · Supporter
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Nathanael
Hebrew · Gift of God, God has given
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Nathanial
Hebrew / Biblical · Gift of God.
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Nautica
Modern American · Pertaining to ships or sailors
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Ned
English · Wealthy Guard
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Nehemiah
Biblical / Hebrew / Aramaic · Yahweh Comforts
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Nels
Danish / Swedish · Cloud
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Nelson
English / Gaelic / Amish · Neil's Son
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Nery
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Formal meaning of the name 'Nery': Unknown or uncertain.
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Newton
English · New Town or Settlement
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Neymar
Modern American · 'Neymar' means "young oak tree."
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Nichol
Scottish · Victory of the people.
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Nick
Greek · Victory of the people
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O
15 of 34 names
Octavio
Latin / Spanish · Eighth, born eighth, Roman clan
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Oda
German / Germanic / Norwegian / Scandinavian · I will praise the Lord or wealth
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Odell
English · Hill On Which Woad Grows
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Odie
Modern American · Of the valley; wealthy
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Odin
Modern American · Formal meaning of the name 'Odean': Rich valley or wealthy protector.
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Ole
Old Norse · Ancestor relic, ancestor's descendant
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Omari
African / Yoruba / Swahili · Populous, flourishing
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Omarion
African / Yoruba / Swahili · "My name has five letters."
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Omega
English / Greek · The end, culmination, or final.
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Omer
Modern American · Sheaf of corn
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Onie
Modern American · Unknown meaning, may be rare.
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Onyx
ModernAmerican / InventedVariant · Black gemstone; strength and protection.
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Orah
Hebrew / Jewish · Light; illuminated; guidance; radiant; clarity.
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Orie
Modern American · "Orie" means "golden; beautiful light."
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Orion
Greek · Border or Extremity
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P
15 of 17 names
Pablo
Latin / Spanish · Tiny, Petite
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Pallie
Modern American · Sweet, kind, caring friend.
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Palmer
English · Pilgrimage or Religious Expedition
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Pasquale
Italian / Latin · Easter-related
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Patrice
French · Noble; noble one; regal.
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Payne
Modern American · Villager, country-dweller
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Payten
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Noble, warrior, royal, regal, prestigious.
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Pedro
Greek / Spanish · Rock, stone, steadfast
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Percy
Old French / Latin · Pierce the valley, Arthurian knight
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Peri
Greek / Hebrew / Persian · Mountain dweller; fruit; fairy
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Perri
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Means "rock" or "pear tree".
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Pete
Greek · Rock, stone, steadfast
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Phil
English / Greek · Friend of Horses
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Pierce
English / Greek · Rock
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Pierre
Greek / French · Rock, stone, steadfast
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Q
3 of 3 names
Quentin
French / Latin · Fifth
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Quintin
English / Germanic · Fifth
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Quinton
English · Queen's manor or fith
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R
15 of 62 names
Raekwon
Modern American · Bright, intelligent, wise warrior. | Formal: Wise warrior with bright spirit.
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Rafael
Hebrew / Portuguese · God Heals
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Raheem
Arabic · Empathetic, merciful
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Rahn
Japanese · Joyful; peace; orchid.
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Raiden
FarEastern / Japanese · God of Thunder
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Ramiro
Germanic / Spanish · Famous Counsel
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Ramon
Germanic / Spanish · Wise protector, counsel protection
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Rana
Arabic · Proud leader, protector.
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Randell
English · Wolf shield, bold protector.
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Rashad
Arabic · Righteous or Blameless
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Raul
Germanic / Spanish / Estonian · As Wise As A Wolf
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Rayan
Modern American · Land that is lush and rich in water
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Rayford
Modern American · "Wise protector, ford guardian." | Formal: "Guardian at the river crossing."
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Raylan
Modern American · Gifted protector; strong and brave.
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Raymon
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · "Wise protector, advice giver." | Formal: "Counsellor or protector with wisdom."
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15 of 47 names
Sable
English · Animal name
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Saint
Latin · Holy, saintly, sacred one
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Salem
Modern American · Safe
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Salvador
Spanish / Portuguese · Savior or Rescuer.
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Samaya
Modern American · Time, moment, era, season, age.
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Samson
Hebrew · Sun, bright sun, man of the sun
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San
Chinese · "San" means "together" or "companion."
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Sanai
Modern American · Ancient Persian poet and musician.
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Sanford
English · Sandy ford
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Santa
Italian / Latvian · Gift giver, Saint Nicholas.
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Santino
Italian / Latin · Saint
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Saul
Hebrew · Prayed for, asked for, desired
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Savion
ModernAmerican / InventedVariant · Medieval origin, means "wise" or "discerning".
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Savon
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Soap; cleansing agent; soothing element.
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Schuyler
Dutch · Scholar
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T
15 of 47 names
Tad
Aramaic / English / Gaelic / Latin · Gift Given By God
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Tadeo
Aramaic / Greek / Spanish · Gift Given By God
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Taft
English · Building site
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Tai
Chinese · Vast
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Tal
Hebrew / Jewish · Dewy
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Talan
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · "Leaping Warrior; Visionary"
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Talmadge
Modern American · Surname meaning "tall edge."
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Talon
Modern American · Large claw of a bird of prey
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Tama
Modern American · Son or boy
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Taran
Indian / Sanskrit / Punjabi · Thunder
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Tari
Modern American · Flowing water; blessed one.
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Tariq
Arabic / Urdu · The one who knocks at the door
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Taurean
Modern American · Bull-like, dependable, hardworking, loyal.
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Taurus
Modern American · Bull
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Taven
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Knighthood, honor, bravery, loyalty, strength
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U
4 of 4 names
Ulises
Greek / Spanish · Wrathful, to hate, wounded in the thigh
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Unnamed
Modern American · No specified or given name.
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Uriah
Hebrew · God is my light, fire of God
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Uriel
Jewish / Aramaic · God is my light
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V
15 of 18 names
Vada
English / German / Sanskrit · Knowledge, rule
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Valentino
Latin / Italian · Strong, healthy, vigorous
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Vance
Old English · Marshland, boggy area, wetland
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Vashon
Japanese · Island in Washington State.
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Vaughn
Welsh · Small One
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Vella
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Short for 'Vellavonius', no known meaning.
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Vennie
Modern American · Promising, gracious, blessed, loving, charming
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Verdell
Modern American · Green, flourishing, determined, brave.
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Verlie
Modern American · Beloved, admired; affectionate and cherished.
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Verlon
Modern American · Strong, intelligent, self-confident, charismatic.
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Vern
Modern American · Herald, bear news.
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Vertie
Modern American · Important, influential, strong, brave, victorious.
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Vester
German · "Western or westerner."
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Vic
Latin · Conquering / victory
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Vihaan
Sanskrit · Dawn
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15 of 21 names
Waldo
German · To rule
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Walton
English · Foreign Person or Stranger
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Warner
English / Germanic · Army Guard
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Wayde
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Traveller, journey or wandering. | Formal: One who goes forward.
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Webster
English · Person Who Weaves
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Weldon
English · A Hill With A Spring or Stream
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Wells
Modern American · Spring
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Wende
Modern American · Prayerful; peaceful; blessed; wanderer
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Wilburn
English · Wild Pig
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Wilder
Modern American · Wilderness or untamed nature.
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Wiley
Modern American · Strong and crafty warrior.
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Wilford
English · From Wilford, A Willow Ford
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Wilmer
English / Germanic · Great Desire
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Wilton
English · From A Settlement Near A Willow Grove
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Windell
Modern American · "Windell" means "valley of wind."
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X
1 of 1 name
Xzavier
English · New house
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Y
4 of 4 names
Yael
Biblical / Hebrew / Jewish · Wild As A Mountain Goat
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Yahir
Modern American · He will enlighten
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Yandel
Modern American · "God is gracious" | Formal: "Yahweh is merciful"
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Yusuf
Arabic / Hebrew / Turkish · Jehovah increases
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Z
11 of 11 names
Zachariah
English / Hebrew · God Remembers
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Zackary
English · The Lord has remembered
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Zaiden
Modern American · Growth and progress; advancement.
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Zaire
Modern American · The river that swallows all rivers
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Zana
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · God is gracious
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Zander
Greek / Germanic · Defender of men, protector
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Zaya
Arabic · Honest; hope
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Zayn
Arabic · Beauty, grace
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Zayne
Modern American · God is gracious
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Zola
African / English · Unclear
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Zyaire
Modern American · Zyaire holds no significant meaning.
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Unique Boy Names — Questions & answers

Everything you need to choose the perfect name for your son.

A unique boy name feels uncommon without being hard to wear. Many parents look for names that fall outside the U.S. top 100 — like Atlas, Ezra, Orion, or Soren — because they sound familiar enough to recognize, yet rare enough that your son probably won't share his name with three classmates.
Yes. Parents are increasingly choosing names that feel personal rather than predictable. Modern favorites like Silas, Felix, and Cassian have climbed fast precisely because they balance freshness with timelessness.
The best unique names sound just as right on a five-year-old as on a 50-year-old. Names like Leo, Theodore, and Hugo are short or distinctive enough to feel modern for a baby, yet carry the gravity of an adult name.
It's tempting, but most experts recommend keeping spellings simple. A name like Kai or Rowan is already distinctive — adding unusual spellings often creates a lifetime of correcting teachers, forms, and emails.
If you want a name with bold meaning, consider Phoenix (rebirth), Atlas (endurance), or Evander (good man). Names rooted in mythology, nature, or virtues tend to age beautifully because the meaning grows with your son.
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