Animal Names for Boys

American footballer Geneo Grissom pronounces his unusual name Gene-o, so it's possible that it's a spin on Gene. Whatever the origin, it's an interesting and unusual choice.

In botany, a catkin is a long, thin flower cluster found on trees such as willow, hazel, oak and birch. The word derives from Middle Dutch katteken "kitten", due to the resemblance to a kitten's furry tail.

This two-syllable Irish surname is as appealing as Nolan, Keegan et al, but much less common.

Hot on the heels of names like Bryson, Ryan and Rylan comes this mix'n'match of cool sounds.

When actress Shannyn Sossamon dubbed her newborn Audio Science, it sent out some definite shock waves. We don't recommend Audio or Video for even the most intrepid baby namer.

Intriguing short form of Guilherme, heard in Portugal and Brazil. Guion Bluford was the first African American to go to space.

Short form of Harvey, variation of Harve.

Unisex name for a winter-born child.