I had a professor a few years back whose first name was Tingle. She was one of the greatest teachers I've ever had. Of course we asked her about it; it was a family name.
Also, I've been teaching as a sub and have come across a bunch of beautiful and interesting names:
Cheetah, Tharen, Aunjanique, Hagar. I also know an Irving who is in HS right now. Such a cool kid!