Invented Girl Names
- Leica
Origin:
Invented nameMeaning:
"Leitz's camera"Description:
Leica is a camera brand that made the news years ago when a photographer gave it to his daughter. It has never charted as a baby name in the US but is definitely a plausible (and attractive) choice for the daughter of a photography lover.
- Laikyn
Description:
Laikyn is a contemporary feminine name that exemplifies the modern trend of creating unique spellings for familiar sounds. It appears to be a variant of Laken, which itself may derive from place names or surnames referring to a lake or water feature. The distinctive 'y' spelling gives the name a personalized touch while maintaining its phonetic clarity. Laikyn emerged in popularity during the early 2000s, part of the trend toward names with the popular '-yn' ending. Though not among the most common names, it appeals to parents seeking something recognizably modern yet distinctive. The name carries connotations of tranquility and natural beauty through its possible connection to lakes and waterways.
- Arlenis
Origin:
Modern invented nameDescription:
Arlenis Sosa, the hot young supermodel from the Dominican Republic, is popularizing this lovely and unusual choice, related to Arlen or Arlene.
- Samanda
Origin:
American invented nameDescription:
This smoosh between Samantha and Amanda might be in for some 'salamander' teasing.
- Tamia
Origin:
Modern invented nameDescription:
Variation of Tamara, popularized by Canadian singer Tamia.
- Lakeisha
Origin:
Modern invented nameDescription:
Perhaps the best known of the La names that peaked in the 1980s, it stems from the biblical Keziah, plus the gallic La prefix that rose to prominence centuries ago among the Creole people and Free Blacks of New Orleans.
- Aurex
Origin:
Invented literary nameDescription:
Lady Aurex is a character in L. Frank Baum's Glinda of Oz, a sequel to The Wizard of Oz.
- Namora
Origin:
Invented nameDescription:
Feminization of Namor, a name created for a Marvel Comics character by spelling Roman in reverse. Namora is also a comic book superhero, and cousins with her namesake Namor.
- Blakeleigh
Origin:
Variation of Blakely, EnglishMeaning:
"dark wood, dark clearing"Description:
Less popular than the more succinct spelling Blakely, but used more often than Blakeley and Blakelee, this variation may appeal to those honoring a Leigh or like letter-heavy names. Given to 131 girls in a recent year, Blakely was chosen for 1882 in comparison.
- Kincső
Origin:
HungarianMeaning:
"treasure"Description:
Kincső was invented in the 19th century by the Hungarian author Mór Jókai for his book A jövő század regénye, "The Novel of the Next Century." It's still a Top 100 choice in Hungary, where it peaked in 2007.
- Laudine
Origin:
FrenchMeaning:
"woman from Lothian"Description:
Laudine is a name from Arthurian legend, created in the 12th century by poet Chrétien de Troyes for his romance titled Yvain. Laudine, known as the Lady of the Fountain, marries the protagonist, Yvain, after he slays her husband.
- Skylah
Description:
Skylah is a modern feminine name that has gained popularity in the 21st century. It's a creative variant of Skylar, which itself derives from the Dutch surname Schuyler, meaning 'scholar' or 'shelter.' The addition of the 'h' gives Skylah a softer, more feminine ending while maintaining its connection to the imagery of the sky—evoking feelings of openness, freedom, and limitless possibility. As part of the trend toward names inspired by nature, Skylah appeals to parents seeking something contemporary with a refreshing, airy quality. Though still relatively uncommon compared to Skylar or Skyla, Skylah has been steadily rising in usage among parents looking for a name that feels both modern and meaningful.
- Nellary
Origin:
Literary inventionDescription:
An intriguing, plausible name--kind of a Nell-Hillary combo--created by L. Frank Baum for a character in his book The Lost Princess of Oz.
- Kovie
Origin:
American invented nameDescription:
One of a handful of invented names inspired by the COVID-19 pandemic, along with Kovid and Krown.
- Aibileen
Origin:
Invented NameDescription:
Variation of Abilene.
- Khalani
Origin:
Variation of Kailani, HawaiianMeaning:
"sea and sky"Description:
Khalani debuted on the US Top 1000 in 2020 thanks to the influence of Khalani Simon — known as Lani Love — a child model and budding star.
- Brinlee
Origin:
Spelling variation of Brinley, combination of Brynn and LeeMeaning:
"burnt clearing; hill + meadow"Description:
One of many variations of the name Brinley, with its on-trend -lee ending and inclusion of the "Brynn" sound. This form has never been in the US Top 1000, though Brynlee, Brinley, and Brynleigh are.
- Sophitia
Origin:
Invented name; variation of SophiaDescription:
Elaboration of Sophia created for the character Sophitia Alexandra in the video game Soulcalibur.
- Laikynn
Origin:
Invented nameDescription:
Variation of Lake.
- Christia
Origin:
Short form of ChristianaMeaning:
"Christ's follower"Description:
Christia is a rare Chris name that doesn't add much to the mix. We'd prefer lengthening Christia to Christiana or shortening it to Christa.
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