Names That Are Variations

Peder? You mean Peter? You'll have to do a lot of spelling and explaining of this one.

The final o in Patricio adds a bit of punch and pizzazz, though it also spins the name closer to the feminine Patricia.

With its on-trend K initial, this spelling variation of Cameron gives a nod to the likes of Kashton, Kayden, and Kaizen, while still maintaining the softer sounds and unisex feel of the original Scottish form. Currently in the US Top 500, it is given to around 810 boys each year.

Concise and clipped European version of the earnest Ernest.

Groovier than Daniel, with an engaging, upbeat energy.

Usher put this spin on an attractive and popular Iranian name when he chose it for his son.

Variation of Gorou.

A creative way to honor a Gregory.

Former Top 5 baby name in Slovenia, now on the decline.

Isabel and Isabella are everywhere - but here is a variation that is both unusual and familiar.

Saint Germain, the intellectual center of Paris, lends the name a creative aura. But most Americans would say jer-mayn. The Latin Germanus may mean sprout or bud, or brother.

Atieno is the feminine equivalent of Otieno, which is now more commonly seen as a surname in Eastern Africa.

Seosaimhín is the Gaelic form of Josephine, most notably borne by traditional Irish singer Seosaimhín Ní Bheaglaoich.

Traditional Alexander meets spunky Zander, and confuses everyone it encounters. Just stick with the timeless classic to avoid a lifetime of irritations.

Onetime superstar name (Number 4 in the seventies) that's now in steep decline. Today's feminine is more likely to be some form of Michaela...or Makayla.

This unusual spelling of a simple name is notable as the name of dancer Cyd Charisse, whose given name was Tula Ellice but whose brother's mispronunciation of Sis begat Sid. Famed dance teacher Arthur Freed varied it to Cyd.

Julia Roberts's choice of Phinnaeus gives a boost to all Ph forms. Or should we say, phorms.

One of Jacob’s perkier variations.

This version of the name with only one n does not have nearly the popularity of its sister. Unless you have a particular aversion to the fourteenth letter of the alphabet, it may be best to stick with Annabelle.