Word Names Nerd Names By Romy Marylou Amber

Solemn but soaring name with patriotic symbolism.

Fairy's reputation as a slur directed at gay men takes it off the table as a baby name option. Go with Pixie or Faye instead.

Even if you're hoping for a fiery child, this seems like playing with fire. One celebrity--Steve Vai--was bold enough to use it for his son.

Forever still feels more like a sentiment than a name, and rather feminine at that.

Forrest is one of the earliest appealingly sylvan, outdoorsy choices, borne by newsman Sawyer, actor Whitaker, and football Hall of Famer Gregg. Forrest Gates was a character on "Buffy the Vampire Slayer."

Fortune is a middle name choice designed to generate good luck and prosperity.

Like Justice and Peace, this word name makes a very strong statement. Ving Rhames chose it for his boy.