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Pregnant mamas are always looking for that perfect, unique, and rare name for their child. It’s probably the one thing that is constantly on your mind while you’re in the family way because a name gives an individual their identity. It’s important to put some thought into the naming of your child, as this is something they’ll be stuck with for the rest of their lives!
In this post, we’ve curated a list of thirty unique names for boys, as well as a few gender-neutral names. We’ve also made your decision-making process a tad bit easier by giving you the meaning behind each of these names and their origin! So let’s get started:
1. Atticus
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This Latin moniker means man of Attica, which is a place in Greece surrounding Athens. It’s perfect if you’re looking for something sophisticated.
2. Ayan
This Quranic name means time, era, or epoch. Ayan is also a gender-neutral name suited for both boys and girls.
3. Anvay
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Anvay is a Hindu name that essentially means joy or integration. It also means united or being joined together.
4. Arni
Arni has its origins in Sanskrit. It has multiple meanings, but most often, it means the removal of darkness. It could also mean the moon.
5. Beau
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Beau is derived from the French. It means handsome, dandy, or pretty. Now wouldn’t that be perfect for your little boy?
6. Bodhi
Bodhi is a moniker of Sanskrit origin which translates to enlightenment. It is also the name of the tree under which Lord Budha was enlightened.
7. Caspian
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Caspian is a name of English origin. Caspian is also the name of a sea from the city of Qazvin.
8. Chayan
Chayan has its origins in Hebrew. It means life. It’s a lovely choice considering that you brought a beautiful life into this world.
9. Chintan
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This Indian-origin moniker means thought or meditation. Although the word is often used while conversing, it is unique for a name!
10. Ezra
Ezra is a name of Hebrew origin, and it essentially means help. It is also the name of a prophet in the Old Testament of the Bible.
11. Ekaant
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Ekaant is an Indian-origin moniker that means solitary.
12. Falak
If you think your baby boy is already a star, then Falak might be the right pick. Falak means star in Arabic.
13. Gazi
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Gazi is a Muslim baby name. It translates to hero, war champion, or conqueror. Looking for a name that gives a sense of strength? This could be it!
14. Holden
This English origin moniker means ‘from the hollow in the valley’.
15. Ivaan
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This Indian origin name has multiple meanings such as glorious gift, God’s gracious, ruler, royal, and the sun.
16. Kace
Kace is a name of Irish origin that means courageous and vigilant. Interestingly, Kace is a gender-neutral moniker in many countries.
17. Kade
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Kade is derived from a Germanic word that means round or lumpy.
18. Liyan
Liyan is an Indian-origin name that translates to cute in Sanskrit. It also means the daughter of the sun.
19. Merrick
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This name has Welsh, German, and Scottish origins. It means power and fame.
20. Naman
It is pronounced as NAY-man and has both Indian and Hebrew origins. It means kindness, but it also means to show respect or salute someone.
21. Nisith
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This name of Sanskrit origin means sharp; sharpened; born of the night; night.
22. Otto
Otto is both a name and a surname of German origin. It means prosperity and wealth.
23. Param
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This name of Sanskrit origin means supreme; highest.
24. Palam
Palam is a name of Indian origin and has multiple meanings, such as fruit or, in some cases, bridge.
25. Risheek
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This moniker is of Indian origin and could be a variation of Lord Shiva’s name.
26. Sander
This moniker has multiple origins, from English, German, Dutch, Scottish, and Swedish. Sander means protector and is also a diminutive of the name Alexander.
27. Shay
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Shay is a name of Gaelic origin and means admirable. It is also a gender-neutral name making it the perfect pick for parents looking for unique and non-gendered names.
28. Waman
This Indian-origin moniker means short. We think it’s cute and unique!
29. Yuvein
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Yuvein is a name of Indian origin that means young at heart. It is also the name of Lord Shiva.
30. Zian
This Chinese origin name means self peace.
Finding a name for your baby is exciting, but it can also be frustrating. You want nothing but the best for your child, and when the options are plenty, it can get confusing. But we hope our post helped you in finding the perfect, unique name for your baby! Which name did you like the most? Let us know in the comments below!
