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Timur
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Timur originates in Turkish language and means "iron man". This was the name of a 14th century conqueror of West, South and Central Asia. Until today, Timur has been a popular masculine given name mainly in Russian speaking countries. In the United States it is very rare. It functions as a surname as well.
Seuss
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Vitus
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Vitus originates in Latin language and means "full of life". This was the name of a 3rd century Christian saint and martyr from Sicily, the patron saint of actors, dancers, comedians and epileptics. As a masculine given name it is rather rare in the United States.
Lex
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Lex is a diminutive of Alexander. The name Alexander is a general European name, derived from the Old Greek name 'Alexandros', itself derived from the words 'alexein', which means 'to ward off or to defend', and 'andros or aner', which means 'man'. It means defender, helper, guardian of people. In other words, it is a name which signifies strength or protection. It was the name given to one of the greatest kings on Earth, Alexander The Great.
Smith
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Smith originates in Old English and means "blacksmith". As a masculine given name it is rather rare, more frequently it functions as a surname.
Yaeshawn
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Yaeshawn is a modern combination of the prefix Yae- and the name Shawn, ultimately derived from John. John originates in Hebrew language and means "God is merciful". It has been one of the most popular masculine given names over centuries, and in different spellings all over the world. Throughout history it was borne by numerous kings, princes, emperors, popes and saints, the most famous being John the Baptist and John the Apostle. More recently, the famous bearers include John F. Kennedy and John Lennon.
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