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Feminizations of Male Names

  1. Urbana

    • Origin:

      Latin, feminine form of Urban

    • Meaning:

      "of the city"

    • Description:

      If you live in the city, you might call your urban baby Urbana; if you live in the suburbs--don't even think of Surbana.
  2. Jacoba

    • Origin:

      Hebrew, feminine variation of Jacob

    • Description:

      Now that Jacob has been the top boys' name for several years, this may come to the fore, the way Michaela did after Michael's long reign at Number One. For now, it's one of the more unusual girl names starting with J.
  3. Nigella

    • Origin:

      Feminine variation of Nigel; botanical name from Latin

    • Meaning:

      "black"

    • Description:

      A name that sounded unthinkably priggish until it became attached to Domestic Goddess British TV chef Nigella Lawson (named for her father), who gave it a big dollop of glamour.
  4. Xaviera

    • Origin:

      Feminine variation of Xavier, Basque

    • Meaning:

      "new house"

    • Description:

      Xaviera is one of the most intriguing and rarest female forms of a male name. Only a handful of baby girls are named Xaviera in the US each year, compared with nearly 3500 baby boys named Xavier.
  5. Raymonde

    • Description:

      Raymonde is a feminine name of French origin, derived from the Germanic elements 'ragin' (counsel) and 'mund' (protection). It represents the female counterpart to Raymond. Particularly popular in French-speaking regions, Raymonde enjoyed its height of popularity in France during the early to mid-20th century. The name carries connotations of wisdom and guardianship, suggesting someone who offers both intelligent advice and protective care. While less common in English-speaking countries, Raymonde maintains an air of sophisticated French elegance that appeals to parents seeking a name with European flair. Its distinctive ending gives the traditionally masculine Raymond a gentle, feminine quality while preserving the strength of its meaning.
  6. Christophine

    • Origin:

      Feminine form of Christopher, Greek, Latin

    • Meaning:

      "bearer of Christ"

    • Description:

      This rare feminization of Christopher blends in the sounds of the popular Josephine and is certainly more unexpected than Christine or Christina. German artist Christophine Reinwald (sister of playwright Friedrich von Schiller) is one notable bearer, while writer Jean Rhys used the name for a character in her 1966 Jane Eyre retelling, Wide Sargasso Sea. In the Caribbean and the UK, Christophine is also the colloquial name for the chayote fruit, a type of gourd named as such in reference to Christopher Columbus.
  7. Marcelle

    • Description:

      Marcelle is the feminine form of Marcel, a name with Latin origins derived from 'Marcellus,' a diminutive of Marcus meaning 'dedicated to Mars,' the Roman god of war. Popular in France and other French-speaking regions, Marcelle carries an elegant, classic quality. The name has historical significance, having been borne by several saints and notable figures throughout European history. While more common in previous generations, Marcelle has the timeless sophistication that could appeal to parents seeking a name with French flair and historical depth. The name balances femininity with strength, and its familiar sound pattern makes it accessible despite being relatively uncommon in English-speaking countries today. Marcelle offers the appeal of vintage names while maintaining a distinctive international character.

  8. Tomine

    • Origin:

      Norwegian

    • Meaning:

      "twin"

    • Description:

      Norwegian feminine form of Tomas. Tomine currently ranks in the Norwegian Top 100 and is rising steadily. Its last period of modest popularity was towards the end of the 19th century.
  9. Danique

    • Origin:

      French variation of Danica

    • Meaning:

      "morning star"

    • Description:

      This Danielle/Monique hybrid offers a new twist on an old favorite.
  10. Nicandra

    • Origin:

      Botanical name and feminine variation of Nicander, Greek

    • Meaning:

      "man of victory"

    • Description:

      Nicandra is the name of a plant known as apple-of-peru and also shoo-fly plant. It's also the feminine form of Nicander, an ancient Greek poet, physician, and grammarian.
  11. Horatia

    • Origin:

      Latin feminine variation of Horatio

    • Description:

      Has the fusty charm of recently excavated ancient Roman male names like Augustus and Magnus, which might just appeal to the fearless baby namer.
  12. Melchiora

    • Origin:

      Feminine form of Melchior

    • Meaning:

      "king of light"

    • Description:

      A feminized form of Melchior, the name of one of the Biblical Magi (or Three Wise Men) and therefore associated with Christmas.
  13. Kristine

    • Origin:

      Scandinavian variation of Christine

    • Description:

      Christine was one of the first megapopular C-to-K baby names, from Scandinavian variations such as Kristine and Kirsten to Kris, Kristy, and Kristy. While Kristine retains its krisply lovely sound, it's lost much of its kool.
  14. Jožica

    • Origin:

      Slovene, Croatian

    • Meaning:

      "Jehovah increases"

    • Description:

      A zippy feminine form of Joseph used in Slovenia and Croatia, based on the regional variant Jožef.
  15. Alfreda

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "elf power,"

    • Description:

      With a meaning like "elf power," Alfreda could find some appeal among fantasy enthusiasts. "Freda" makes for a pleasant nickname.
  16. Tulia

    • Origin:

      Spanish feminine form of Roman family name Tullius, meaning unknown

    • Description:

      Tulia, rhyming with Julia, is one of several offshoots of the noble Roman family name Tullius, best known as the middle name of the philosopher Cicero. While the single L is considered the Spanish and Polish form, Tullia may be used in Italy. There's also Túlia, a Hungarian form of Finnish Tuuli, meaning "wind".
  17. Ulrica

    • Origin:

      Feminine form of Ulrich or Wulfric, Swedish, German

    • Meaning:

      "rich and noble heritage; wolf ruler"

    • Description:

      Ulrica has an Old World sound, but is perhaps enough like Erika and Annika that it could work today. Also spelled Ulrika, it was borne by a 18th century Swedish queen and Olympic ice hockey player, Ulrica Lindström.
  18. Antonine

    • Origin:

      Feminine diminutive of Antoine, French form of Anthony

    • Meaning:

      "priceless one"

    • Description:

      The roles of vintage French girl names are filled with now-rare feminizations, such as Antonine. More usual forms today are Antonia or even Antoinette.
  19. Victorine

    • Origin:

      French variation of Victoria, Latin

    • Meaning:

      "victory"

    • Description:

      Victorine is appealing if you know it's an authentic vintage French girls' name, less so if you assume it's an awkward feminization, ala Davette or Richardine.
  20. Samuela

    • Origin:

      Italian, feminine variation of Samuel

    • Meaning:

      "told by God"

    • Description:

      An Italian feminization of Samuel that comes off as dated, we can't imagine many parents choosing Samuela over Samantha.