Looking for a unique name to give your baby that would help them stand out in a crowd? While the sky is (nearly) the limit, it's best to avoid these 10 offensive or confusing names that are banned in the U.S.

Japan has recently banned what is known as "shiny" or "glittery" names, which are names with unusual pronunciations, according to The Guardian .

These names could include anything from Pikachu to Nike , according to CNN.

But Japan isn't the only country to have banned baby names.

The U.S. is more relaxed on naming protocol than other countries, but there are still some rules. Some states have stricter naming laws, and other states don't have any, but there are still some names that have been ruled by courts in the U.S. as illegal.

While your child might seem like royalty to

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