EVEN MORE names I adore to the moon and back!

Pell makes an unusual middle name choice. And if grandpa Seymour was a fur trader, you might do better to honor him by naming the baby Pell.

Polexia Aphrodesia was the futuristic sounding name of the Anna Paquin character in the movie "Almost Famous."

In France, pronounced PRO-spare, Prosper is a fairly common name; here it presents a worthy aspirational message for a child.

Quant is an unusual masculine name that likely derives from the surname Quant, which has various possible origins. It may come from Middle English 'quaint' meaning 'clever' or 'skillful,' or from the Old French 'coint' meaning 'neat' or 'elegant.' In modern contexts, the name might evoke associations with 'quantitative' or the shortened form of 'quantum,' giving it a scientific or mathematical connotation. The name gained some recognition through fashion designer Mary Quant, though as a first name it remains extremely rare. Its brevity and distinctive consonant combination make it memorable, while its uncommonness allows bearers to stand out. The name has a modern, slightly technical feel that might appeal to parents seeking something truly distinctive.

Quinn is an engaging Celtic surname that is still on the rise for girls but beginning to flag for boys. As a female name, Quinn is in the Top 100, used for over 3000 baby girls last year, but toward the bottom of the Top 500 for boys, given to 700 baby boys.

Reinette was the childhood nickname of Madame La Pompadour, perhaps a cute short form for Regina or Reina but hardly worthy of the full name on the birth certificate today.

Long-standing French name that retains a feminine, fragile, and shell-like image.

Rodney peaked at Number 33 in 1965 and has been on a steady decline ever since. As its popularity history indicates, this name is more fitting for someone born in the mid-twentieth century instead of the twenty-first century. It's likely this name will continue trending downward for another generation or two before it has its chance to turn back around.

This lovely, quintessentially British appellation, also spelled Rosamond, is the name of a legendary twelfth-century beauty. Rare on these shores, it is more than worthy of importation.

Most contemporary parents would probably opt for the more streamlined Elle.

Sabina is a sleek but neglected name from an ancient Roman tribal name that's well worth consideration. The equally alluring Sabine is heard in France and Germany. Related names include the more popular Sabrina or Serena. All are equally lovely.

Samuel has been so popular for so long that it's hard to believe it's still climbing, at its highest point since the 1890s.

The most famous Sinclair was the (male) writer Lewis, but these days the name works at least as well for a girl.

Sorrel is a gentle, amber-hued herbal and autumnal name that's used most often to describe the color of a horse. Sorrell is a variant spelling. Both make excellent names for autumn babies and can be used for either gender.

Many invented names that end in -isha spring from the Arabic Aisha, an important name in the Muslim religion. The Ta- or Te- prefix was especially stylish for both girls and boys in the eighties. This name may also be related to Tanis.

This early Scottish title -- known to us via Shakespeare's Macbeth -- has recently surfaced as a baby name possibility, familiar sounding through its similarity to names like Zane and Wayne.

Thayne is a distinctive masculine name with multiple possible origins. It may derive from an English surname meaning 'thane's land' (referring to a medieval Scottish or Anglo-Saxon nobleman), or it could be related to the Welsh name meaning 'follower.' Some sources suggest it may have Norse roots. Thayne remains uncommon in most English-speaking countries, giving it a unique appeal for parents seeking distinctive names. The name has a strong, masculine sound with its single syllable and 'th' beginning, which conveys a sense of strength and reliability. In the United States, Thayne saw modest usage beginning in the mid-20th century but has never entered mainstream popularity, maintaining its status as a rare and distinctive choice.

Titus, once seen as a slightly forbidding Roman, New Testament, and Shakespearean name, was brought back to contemporary life in the USA by the TV series Titus 2000, increasing in popularity along with other revived ancient names like Linus and Silas.