Montgomery

Meaning: (Gomeric’s Hill, Hill of the Power Man, Gumarich’s Mountain, Gomeric was a German personal name meaning "power of man, powerful man". A surname of English and Scottish earls. The name began as a place name meaning “hill on top of which Gomeric lives.” The hill was in an area of France called Calvados in Normandy. Calvados takes its name from a cluster of rocks off the coast. Gomeric, a 9th century Viking, traveled south into France, eventually building the house on top of the hill. Vikings, members of the Norse or Scandinavian people, raided and colonized wide areas of Europe from the late 900s to the early 1200s. Gomeric’s ancestors then took it as their surname and is still very popular as one. It is less popular as a male first name and even less so as a female name. Spelling variations included "Mont Gommeri" and "Mundegumerie.” Gomer, the son of Japhet, the hereditary name of the Gauls.)

Origin: (Old French, Norman French, English)

Pronunciation: (mon-GOH-mer-ree, mont-GOM-er-ree, mont-GUM-ree, mahnt-GUHM-ree)

Gender: Male

When I was on Yahoo Answers once there was a Baby Name Game I did. One of the things was name a boy after one of your favorite singers. I didn't know what to put as I like a lot of different singers and so I just put Montgomery after the due Montgomery Gentry (Eddie Montgomery & Troy Gentry). I thought about it after that, that the name may make a good first name. I read as I have it above that this name is rare as a given name but I don't care I really like it. A good nickname can be Monti or Monty.

Humphrey

Meaning: (Peaceful Warrior, Peaceful, Giant Germanic elements hun "warrior, bear cub" and frid "peace". The Normans introduced this name to England, where it replaced the Old English cognate Hunfrið, and it was regularly used through the Middle Ages. Humphrey has always been somewhat popular in England as most names tied to the aristocracy and monarchy are. Famous Humphreys include the Duke of Gloucester (1391–1447). He was the youngest son of King Henry IV -- known as “Duke Humphrey.” He Founded what is now part of the Bodleian Library at Oxfor. A famous bearer was the American actor Humphrey Bogart (1899-1957), who starred in 'The Maltese Falcon' and 'Casablanca'. Also a saint's name.)

Origin: (Old German, English, Norman French)

Pronunciation: (HUM-free, HUMP-frey, HUHM-free)

Gender: Male

I chose to add this name not because of Kris Humphries (Kim Kardashian's ex-husband) I chose to add this because the other day I was watching a show about this guy who was named after Humphrey Bogart the actor. Humphrey is an old fashioned name and may not appeal to a lot of people but it is a great name with a great meaning. I never much cared for this name but it has definitely grown on me lately.

Fitzwilliam

Meaning: (Son of William (From the Old Norman French Willaume, which is derived from the Old High German Willehelm, a compound name composed from the elements willeo (will, determination) and helm (protection, helmet): hence, "resolute protector." William is the most popular name introduced to England by the Normans. It was borne by William the Conqueror (1027? - 87), who invaded England and defeated Harald at the Battle of Hastings, and by three other kings of England.) Literary: Fitzwilliam Darcy, character in the novel Pride & Prejudice by Jane Austen.)

Origin: (Norman French, German, English)

Pronunciation: (fits-WIL-yuhm)

Gender: Male

I have liked this name since I first read Pride & Prejudice and found out it was Mr. Darcy's first name. It has a regal look to it which I like and it spices up William. It would be great to give this to a male character whose father is named William as Fitzwilliam means "Son of William." It's a great strong name.

Tayla

Meaning: (Friends, Taillier= To Cut)

Origin: (English, Norman French)

Pronunciation: (TAY-lah, TAY-lə)

Gender: Female

I used to watch Stargate Atlantis and one of the characters was named Teyla. I looked up Tayla and found I liked the meaning and look a lot and it was similar to Teyla. I think this is a pretty cute but rare name.