Musical Names

A musical name without much rhythm or harmony.

A very distinctive musical choice, but be aware that many people will think you've named your child Oprah.

The misspelling that created an indelibly one-person name.

A slim, elegant, silvery surname, Reed could be a banker or a sculptor, and therein lies the appeal of this simple yet distinctive name. The versatile Reed can be seen as a grass-like nature name and a musical name.

Could be seen as extravagantly ecstatic for a baby name, though feel free to rhapsodize about your little girl, whatever her name.

Rock definitely has a macho image, if a somewhat caricatured one, ala The Rock. But with the rise of word names and also of tough guy names, Rock feels more plausible than it did a generation ago.

Peaceful and melodic, but a bit pretentious.

Undiscovered musical form melodious enough to be a hit on the name charts.

Makes SONATA even more feminine and musical

Name that makes a dramatic musical statement.

Toccata is delicate and musical yes, but still somehow unappealing.

Viola has several positive elements going for it: the rhythm of the musical instrument, the association with the flower, the trending 'Vi' beginning and its leading role in Shakespeare's Twelfth Night.