- Crispin
Origin:
LatinMeaning:
"curly-haired"Description:
Crispin, which was introduced into the mainstream by actor Crispin Glover and which means "curly-haired" in Latin, has an image very much like its first syllable: crisp, autumnal, and colorful.
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- Sully
Origin:
French or EnglishMeaning:
"stain or from the south meadow"Description:
A jaunty offshoot of Sullivan, Sully will be associated by kids with the beloved character in the Pixar animated film Monsters, Inc. Some notable real-life namesakes are French poet and essayist Sully Prudhomme, the heroic pilot "Sully" Sullenberger, and Sully Erna, lead vocalist of Godsmack.
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- Liev
Origin:
Yiddish variation of LevMeaning:
"heart"Description:
Liev Schreiber's birth name is Isaac Liev, Liev after his mother's favorite Russia author, Leo Tolstoy. Though Liev is increasing in popularity in the secular world thanks to the actor, it originated as a Yiddish diminutive.
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- Fitz
Origin:
ScottishMeaning:
"son of"Description:
Any number of Fitz names -- Fitzgerald, Fitzpatrick, Fitzroy, Fitzwilliam -- have been used as Christian names, in fact Fitzwilliam was the given name of the dashing Mr. Darcy in Pride and Prejudice. Fitz can be a short form of any of them and is often, like Mac, a nickname drawn from a surname.
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- Faolan
Origin:
Irish GaelicMeaning:
"little wolf"Description:
Properly spelled with a fada in Gaelic (Faolán), this name is the origin of the Irish surname Phelan. It derives from the Gaelic fáel "wolf", plus a diminutive suffix, making this a handsome hidden nature name.
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- Denzel
Origin:
CornishMeaning:
"from the high stronghold"Description:
This old Cornish name took on a whole new identity via Denzel Washington, who has inspired several thousand namesakes. The actor was named after his father, who was named for a Dr. Denzel, who delivered him.
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- Art
Origin:
Diminutive of ArthurMeaning:
"noble one; bear man"Description:
Though short and brisk, no nickname name could have a more creative image. Comic actor Chris O'Dowd named his son Art, as in his native Ireland it's used as a name on its own, separate from Arthur., coming from an ancient word for ""a bear,"" and used in the sense of ""outstanding warrior"" or ""champion."" A pagan High King of Ireland, Art’s rule was so honest that two angels hovered over him in battle.
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- Darcy
Origin:
English from French, d'ArcyMeaning:
" from Arcy"Description:
Though Darcy is the ultimate Jane Austen hero name, it is rarely used for boys today though it's on the upswing for girls. A shame as it's a handsome, roguish kind of appellation that combines elements of French flair, aristocratic savoir faire, and a soft Irish brogue. And in terms of image, it's one of the quintessential English names for boys.
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- Merlin
Origin:
WelshMeaning:
"sea fortress"Description:
This name of the famous fifth-century sorcerer and mentor of King Arthur may or may not be a bit wizardy for a real-life modern child. Its most noted modern bearer: football star turned actor Merlin Olsen, whose father was named Merle.
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- Hermes
Origin:
Greek mythology nameMeaning:
"the messenger god"Description:
These days, more people will relate to Hermes -- pronounced ayr-MEZ -- as an upscale brand name like Chanel and Porsche than as a Greek god. Actress Kelly Rutherford took on the challenge when she bestowed the name on her son. Hermes is the god of travel, writing, athletics, and thievery, among many other things.
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- Raoul
Origin:
French variation of RalphMeaning:
"wolf-counsel"Description:
Raoul, with its unique three-vowel middle, rolls off the tongue in an appealing way. Raoul is one of the French names that sounds infinitely more romantic and attractive than the somewhat harsh English version Ralph.
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- Roan
Origin:
Spelling variation of RowanMeaning:
"little redhead"Description:
Warm-hued spelling spin on Rowan that was chosen by Sharon Stone for one of her three young sons.
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- Ransom
Origin:
EnglishMeaning:
"shield's son"Description:
Ransom may be rakish and handsome, but it carries an unavoidable association with holding someone for ransom. But that kind of bad boy image might be exactly what attracts you to Ransom in the first place. While Ransom feels like a modern appellation ala Breaker or Ranger, it's interesting to note on the popularity chart that it was actually quite popular at the end of the 19th century but fell off the Top 1000 around 1930.
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- Foster
Origin:
English occupational nameMeaning:
"forester"Description:
Foster is one commonly heard last name that makes a fine first. More unusual than Forrester or Gardener yet eminently first-name-ready, the only problem with Foster might be its association with "foster child."
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- Iverson
Origin:
Old NorseMeaning:
"Ivar's son"Description:
In the 90s, Michael Jordan inspired thousands of parents around the world to name their babies Jordan. Retired NBA star Allen Iverson hasn't yet had anywhere near that impact, but a respectable 64 baby boys born in 2016 were named Iverson. The "Iv-" beginning does feel distinctive.
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- Anatole
Origin:
GreekMeaning:
"from the east, rising sun"Description:
Anatole is one of the unique boys' names with an unusual-ish feel but an uncertain provenance, with a meaning related to sunrise and thus to fire. While it's Greek in origin, it is associated more closely with France. Anatole Kuragin is a dashing, roguish prince in Tolstoy's War and Peace.
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- Cal
Origin:
Diminutive of CalvinDescription:
A homey sitting-by-the fire-type nickname name.
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- Gray
Origin:
Color name, also diminutive of GraysonDescription:
The girls have Violet and Scarlet and Ruby and Rose, but for the boys there's a much more limited palette of color names. Gray (or Grey), is one exception, which could make for a soft and evocative--if slightly somber-- choice, especially in the middle. Kaitlin Olson and Rob McElhenney recently named their son Leo Grey.
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- Stone
Origin:
Word nameDescription:
Though some may find such names rather harsh and severe, increasing numbers of parents are gravitating toward this kind of flinty, steely, stony single-syllable name.
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- Judd
Origin:
Medieval short form of JordanMeaning:
"flowing down"Description:
Judd is a strong but sensitive short form that can easily stand on its own, the second 'd' giving it a lot more substance, and it would also be a good middle name choice. Two recent actors have given it credence--Judd Nelson and Judd Hirsch, and now it's most noticeably represented by comedy director Judd Apatow.
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FAQs
What is the most rarest male name? ›
- Balu.
- Fearghus.
- Hammett.
- Mauritius.
- Negasi.
- Sophus.
- Thorley.
- Zixuan.
- Abia. More like this. Meaning: great.
- Alger. Meaning: elf spear.
- Ammar. Meaning: forever.
- Arda. Meaning: bronze.
- Arly. Meaning: hare meadow.
- Balius. Meaning: dappled.
- Baxley. Meaning: baker's meadow.
- Baylen. Meaning: auburn-haired.
- Wilbur: German, meaning "resolute, brilliant"
- Wolf: German, meaning "travelling wolf"
- Wren: English, meaning "small bird"
- Xanthos: Greek, meaning “golden-haired”
- Zebedee: Hebrew, meaning "gift of God"
- Zephyr: Greek, meaning "west wind"
- Zev: Hebrew, meaning "wolf"
Commonly regarded as the "rarest" type of male, a sigma male is typically denoted as an archetype of a male who is similar to the alpha male. Unlike an alpha male, sigma males are more introverted and seek to dominate themselves, in other words "self-mastery".
What are the 20 rarest names? ›- Halo.
- Marlon.
- Yael.
- Kanan.
- Aire.
- Kai.
- Elio.
- Myles.
The Social Security Administration has ranked the most popular names in 2023 — the most recent data available — and there are so many great options from which to choose. The SSA baby name rankings found the top three most popular boy names were Liam, Noah and Oliver.
What is a very uncommon name? ›Think about the uncommon girl names like Cordelia, Guinevere, and Jazzlyn or uncommon names for boys like Everest, Auden, or Ulysses. These baby names are just begging to become famous writers, artists, scientists, or anything they dream to be.
What are the top 100 unique boy names in 2024? ›Name | Meaning |
---|---|
Pranay | Romance; Love |
Qays | Firm |
Reyansh | Ray of Light; Part of Vishnu |
Sarvin | Best Archer; God of Love |
Xqgshsbdusbajab (ex-quig-shis-bu-doos-bah-jahb) is officially the world's rarest name.
What is a cool unisex name? ›Name | Meaning | |
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23. | Blythe | Cheerful |
24. | Bronte | Bestower, thunder |
25. | Brooklyn | Marsh land |
26. | Chandler | Candle seller |
What's the rarest English name? ›
- rare baby names. 1 of 20. 1) Adelaide. ...
- 2 of 20. 2) Axton. Axton is originally a boy's name meaning sword stone. ...
- 3 of 20. 3) Clemmie. Clemmie is known as a name for either a boy or a girl. ...
- 4 of 20. 4) Bowe. ...
- 5 of 20. 5) Geneva. ...
- 6 of 20. 6) Denby. ...
- 7 of 20. 7) Joules. ...
- 8 of 20. 8) Hansel.
Ambrose - Ambrose is of Greek and Latin origin and means “immortal.” Amir - Amir is of Arabic origin and means "prince, ruler, treetop." Apollo - Apollo is the Greek god whose chariot pulls the sun across the sky each day. Asher -Asher is a Hebrew boy's name that means “fortunate” or “ash tree.”
What is the most unpopular male name? ›- Stewart.
- Stuart.
- Trevor.
- Turner.
- Tyde.
- Uri.
- Yuri.
- Zekiel.
The Social Security Administration has ranked the most popular names in 2023 — the most recent data available — and there are so many great options from which to choose. The SSA baby name rankings found the top three most popular boy names were Liam, Noah and Oliver.
Is unique a boy name? ›If you're searching for a name that truly stands out, look no further than Unique! This gender-neutral gem is a powerful choice, as it quite literally means "only one." Derived from the Latin root unicus, Unique carries a sense of individuality and rarity that is sure to make your child shine brightly.
What is the legendary name for a boy? ›Pele | Miracle, Wonder | Hebrew |
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Perseus | Destroyer | Greek |
Phoenix | Dark red | Greek |
Pluto | Rich | Greek |
Pollux | Crown | Greek |