6000+ Dog Names

Salim is a popular Arabic name used in this form mostly for boys, though the variation Salem -- also a Biblical place-name -- is more popular for girls. In the US, the version given to girls is more usually the feminization Salima or Salimah.

With so many other places translating to first names, why not this major Japanese city -- especially if it holds some personal significance.

A possibility for fans of the mystery writer, but most parents would prefer Dashiell.

Like many Japanese names, Kazu can be used for either gender and has a range or meanings, depending on how the kanji are drawn and interpreted. It can also be short for names such as Kazuko or Kazuya.

This Dana-Donna variation has started to carve out its own place on popularity lists; an interesting alternative to Daniella as a namesake for a relative named Daniel.

Cool and casual, a la humorist Ring (born Ringgold. ) Lardner.

Variation of Cluny best only if you're a major George fan. And even then, better go with George, Georgia, or Georgiana.

Pleasant surname connected to humorist James Thurber, with a sound as happy as a baby's gurgle.

Has diverse associations: the long-term Communist head of Yugoslavia, one of Michael Jackson's older brothers, and an animated Disney character -- none of them a very strong recommendation.

A traditional smoosh name with a peaceful, religious feel.

Virtually unknown in this country, has an interesting, rhythmic feel.

Name invented for a spirit fox character on the Disney Channel TV show Sofia the First.