5 names whose roots carry the sense of honour, with the etymology behind each and how many American babies received it in 2025.
| Name | Meaning | 2025 births | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Austin | Great; venerable | 3,214 | |
| Sebastian | From Sebaste; venerable | 8,615 | |
| Nora | Honour; light | 6,386 | |
| Aaliyah | Exalted; sublime | 2,607 | |
| August | Venerable; great | 4,226 |
Etymologies researched by our editors; counts from the US Social Security Administration.