US Popularity Rank: 26999

Origin: Welsh

Meaning: Man of honor

If you want to instill a fierce moral compass in baby, you'll adore Nye. This beautiful respelling of Aneirin is rooted in Welsh and means "man of honor." While traditionally a surname, this masculine pick has been making waves since 2002. You'll likely recall the science class favorite, Bill Nye the Science Guy, an educational TV show from the '90s. Wherever baby Nye's talents lie, this name will remind them to be a voice for others as they chart a course towards a better future!