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The name of an angel in the Zohar, Nuriel is related to the Arabic name Nur.

Molten rock from volcanos, and now a red-hot baby name possibility.

Twain can be thought of as a modernization (and possible namesake) of the dated Wayne, seasoned with the humor of Mark Twain, who adopted it from a river term.

Lova, a Louise relative virtually unknown in the US, is one of the top girl names in Sweden.

As a name, it's linked to Sir Mulberry Hawk, a character in Charles Dicken's Nicholas Nickleby.

Sixties-style short form that sounds cool again -- though the unscrupulous Pete on "Mad Men" is not a character to emulate.

Not a traditional biblical choice, but the Philistine giant isn't a bad character as such, just a champion fighter who lost to the underdog. He has given his name to everything from insect species to roller coasters. In a time when we're seeing more biblical names with chequered associations — Leviathan and Cain spring to mind — Goliath may appeal to some.

No: no Picasso, no Beethoven, and no Shakespeare.

Though some forward-looking parents are now choosing wood-related names like Oak, Pine, and Ash, this generic option would be even more avant garde.

A rarely heard biblical name, Zadok is borne by no less than nine Old Testament men.

The newest surname names move beyond the Waspy, and this is an excellent example, associated these days with gossip blogger Perez (born Mario) Hilton.

A name bestowed in honor of the Virgin Mary, Nuestra Señora de la Nieves, referring to a miracle she performed with unmelted snow in the August heat of Rome.

This variation of Rostam might be more English-friendly given its resemblance to the familiar Russ or Russell.

Tastier than Alicia or Felicia.

A pet form of Karl, the form of Carl used throughout Scandinavia.

More commonly spelled FEODORA, a charming choice for the intrepid baby namer, especially with its dynamic nickname FEO (pronounced FAY-o).

An appealing surname-name that sounds perfectly feminine, unless you consider the association to Vice President Dick.

Commonly used in Japanese families.

Spicy but insubstantial nickname name.