Names that end in y

Youthful Kazakh name derived from the Turkic word for moon, ay.

Updates Lindsey for the 21st century.

Jovany may be easier to understand for English speakers, but the more serious and authentic Jovan or Giovanni would be better choices.

Sorley is an anglicization of the Irish name Somhairle, itself derived from the Old Norse Sumarliði, a nickname for a summer traveler (perhaps meaning a viking raider!). It is sometimes used as a boy name in Britain, but very rarely in the US. The similarity to the word "sorely" may put some off, but we still think it makes a jaunty, unusual surname-style option.

Popular in Azerbaijan, Milay is a name of uncertain origin. In Malagasy, it is the word for "need", while in Urdu, it translates to "found". Other sources suggest it is similar to the name Nilay - meaning "moon of the Nile". In that case, it would be comprised of the Turkish element ay, meaning "moon" and "Mil" which could refer to the Turkish province of Milas (or similar). A more literal translation could even be from Mil meaning "shaft", "axle" or "tree" combined with "moon".

Made famous by Gossip Girl character Epperly Lawrence, Dan and Blair's boss at W Magazine.

Hey, Mikey! Old school short form with a certain vintage charm, but it's one nickname you don't want to stick past, say, fifth grade.

Associated all through the swing years with bandleader brothers Tommy and Jimmy Dorsey.

Some definite downsides: Massive, Messy.

If you're actually considering this as a name for your child, you must have had a glass too many. But it's an awesome name for a white cat.

Although still small in numbers, children named Legendary have increased dramatically over the years. It's one of the ultimate aspirational word names. Nick Cannon and Bre Tiesi used it for their son in 2022.

Whiskey was the name of the badass girlfriend character in Glass Onion, played by Madelyn Cline. Naming your child after any kind of alcoholic drink is not recommended.