Animal Names for Boys

Ballad could be the masculine answer to Aria. An obvious and cute nickname is Lad or Laddie.

Braelyn just barely qualifies as a unisex name, being used for girls over 89 percent of the time.

This Arabic name is rare in English-speaking countries, but with its accessible pronunciation and majestic bird meaning, it's worth consideration.

Though you might have been a fan of tennis star Chris Evert, stick with EVERETT, which everyone will think you're saying anyway.

This Irish Gaelic name derived from Garron would be a unique honor for a familiar Garrett. Garen has a strong sound and fits in well with today's trends.

If you're tired of Kevin and Devin, you might consider the newly coined Brevin.

Traditionally the name for the fifth-born child, however, we like it no matter where the child is in the birth order.

An Irish mythology name belonging to a semi-legendary high king of Ireland, often equated with English David though not etymologically related.

An uncommon Hebrew name that can still sometimes be heard in Jewish communities.

At one time associated with the fictional detective Bulldog Drummond, this formal surname name does boast the cute nickname Drum.