Animal Names for Boys

A patronymic derived from the Old Germanic name Fulco (variants: Fulk, Fulke, Folke), which is a short form of names starting with the element fulc "people". A more formal option for lovers of red-hot celebrity favorite Fox. Has potential as a crazy celebrity baby name.

Beeri is a Jewish prophet and the father of Hosea. The exact meaning of his name is debated, but it may be related to fountains or wells.

An Irish form of Caractacus or Caradoc, borne by two Irish saints.

Drover, an ancient occupational surname, is right in step with today's styles and would make a distinctive choice. Drover and brothers are fresh updates of such now-widely-used names as Carter and Cooper.

Notably used by rapper M.I.A. for her son in 2009.

This friendlier Celtic version of Edmund has an upbeat feel and a good chance of competing with Aidan and Damon sometime soon.

So tied to being Jacqueline Kennedy's maiden name that it's best saved for a girl.

Variant of Adrastos

Would be an obscure but winning entry in this category, except for its similarity to the word brassiere, which would certainly arouse unwanted attention in grade school.

Manx variant of the Norse name Asketill.

This Late Roman name is little-used in modern times, though the feminine forms Feline and Felina are popular in Europe. While some relate it to the happy-go-lucky Felix, it actually has a cat-like meaning. St. Felinus is a legendary third-century martyr.

A picturesque city in eastern France that would make an unusual and stylish addition to the list of place names off the map.