The Hawaiian name for “Warrior,” Koa is a common tree that’s “considered the wood of Hawaiian royalty,” according to Hawaii’s Department of Land and Natural Resources. You’ll find a Lysander character in Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” and “Harry Potter” films.
This name is of Greek origin and is a “creative cousin” of Alexander, per Nameberry.
If choosing a unique name for your baby boy is a priority, here are some distinct boy names to consider. Redmond said unique names might be derived from words (Drummer or Royal), nature (Hawk or Branch) or locations (Everest and Rome). “Unique baby names are those that move beyond the traditional like William, Robert or Henry, which have been used for centuries,” Redmond told TODAY Parents.
