This name hasnt looked back ever since the 20th century.

Rarest boy names ever. This neglected name with religious overtones is an attractive naming option. Cilla is so rare that consensus about its origins and exact meaning is nonexistent. This name means to destroy.

Its that rare name that is familiar yet uncommon and distinctive. Alex Curran and Steven Gerard former Liverpool player named their son Lio. What could be better than having a cheerful son.

Takara Japanese origin means treasure. Look for one syllable boy names you can pull from longer names to use for your son. Axton - swordsmans stone.

Its related to the much more widely recognized name of Colin but is rare enough to be a unique name choice for your baby boy. Classic and under-appreciated as well as modern and under-discovered. Ellington - If you love musical-inspired names Ellington is as cool as they come.

It could perhaps be the next Elliot. We included names from a range of styles. Unlike the popular names such as Jacob Michael Emily Emma and so forth which grab all the attention and the headlines rare baby names are virtually ignored sitting quietly at the very bottom of the rankings undoubtedly feeling alone and unloved.

Rare baby names are almost by definition somewhat unpopular. It is often used for girls as well. Its often considered a shortened version of the name Priscilla but dissenters believe it is a different version of the name Cecilia.