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  1. Ailani

    • Origin:

      Hawaiian, Hispanic variation of Aileen or Aylin, "high chief; shining light; of the moon"

    • Meaning:

      "high chief; shining light; of the moon"

    • Description:

      Lilting and lovely, Ailani entered the US Top 1000 for the first time in 2016 and was a fast climbing choice in 2024 when it rose 267 places, placing it in the Top 400 of that year. With Hawaiian, Spanish, Irish, and Turkish influence, it is an appealingly multicultural choice.
  2. Nirvana

    • Origin:

      Sanskrit

    • Meaning:

      "place of great bliss"

    • Description:

      Well, parents are naming their children Eden and Heaven...so why not?
  3. Melani

    • Origin:

      Variation of Melanie, Greek

    • Meaning:

      "black, dark"

    • Description:

      Lobbing off the final E makes Melanie more modern.
  4. Devony

    • Origin:

      Variation of place-name Devon or invented name

    • Description:

      Devony is a highly unusual girls' name that is occasionally found. While there were no baby girls named Devony on record in recent years, the name has been used over time for a handful of females. It may be a variation of the British county name Devon or a made-up name. Pronunciation follows the same rhythm as Stephanie.
  5. Zyair

    • Origin:

      Variation of Zaire, Kongo

    • Meaning:

      "the river that swallows all rivers"

    • Description:

      One of the many new spellings of Zaire that has been climbing the charts lately.
  6. Kaison

    • Origin:

      Modern invented name

    • Description:

      Is Kaison really a variation of Kason or Kayson or Kaysen, or are they all equal inventions? Think of it as Jason or Mason, Kardashianized. Cason is the more traditional spelling, one that has the better chance of standing the test of time.
  7. Blakeley

    • Origin:

      English surname

    • Meaning:

      "dark wood or clearing"

    • Description:

      Blakeley is one of the many -ley ending surnames that is being adopted as a first name, taking the 80s unisex darling Blake into the new millennium.
  8. Zhuri

    • Origin:

      Variation of Zuri, African, Kiswahili

    • Meaning:

      "good, beautiful"

    • Description:

      One of the fastest-rising names currently, thanks to LeBron James' daughter Zhuri. This spelling entered the Top 1000 for the first time in 2022, following in the footsteps of red-hot Zuri.
  9. Kinzlee

    • Description:

      Kinzlee is a modern feminine name that emerged in the early 21st century, representing the trend toward creative spellings and the popularity of the 'lee/leigh/ley' suffix. Likely derived from variations of names like Kinsley or Mackenzie, it features the trendy 'z' that adds contemporary flair. This name embodies the American preference for unique spellings that maintain familiar sounds, offering individuality while remaining pronounceable. Kinzlee has a bright, energetic quality with its zippy consonants and cheerful ending. While not among the most common names, it appeals to parents seeking something that sounds current and distinctive. The double 'e' ending gives it a feminine touch while the strong 'K' beginning provides a sense of strength.

  10. Malaysia

    • Origin:

      Place-name

    • Description:

      This evocative place-name is rising in popularity -- despite (or perhaps because of) the unfortunate association with an airplane that went missing in March 2014.
  11. Milania

    • Origin:

      Variation of Milana or Melania

    • Description:

      This name similar to Milana and Melania was popularized by Real Housewives of New Jersey star Teresa Guidice's daughter. It has ranked in the US Top 1000 since 2011.
  12. Kalani

    • Origin:

      Hawaiian

    • Meaning:

      "the heavens"

    • Description:

      Kalani is a rhythmic name that can be used for either gender though it is predominantly used on girls in the US. With its celestial meaning, and cool K beginning, it only entered the US Top 1000 for the first time in 2015. Now in the Top 400, it joins Kai and Leilani as popular choices with Hawaiian origins.
  13. Rivers

    • Origin:

      Nature name and surname, English

    • Meaning:

      "rivers"

    • Description:

      Rivers is an indisputably unisex surname with is strong nature connotation and its connection to the character Diana Rivers from Charlotte Bronte's novel Jane Eyre. Rivers is also the first name of one of the girl Sweet Home sextuplets.
  14. Juelz

    • Origin:

      Modern invented name

    • Description:

      This attempt to masculinize Jules has made its way into the Top 1000. We recommend using the more traditional spelling, as this one will likely appear dated in a few years' time.
  15. Brixley

    • Description:

      Brixley is a modern feminine name that has emerged as part of the contemporary trend toward surname-inspired and location-based names with the popular '-ley' suffix. Likely derived from Brix (possibly referring to Brixham, a town in Devon, England) or Brixton (a London district), combined with the trendy '-ley' ending seen in names like Kinsley and Paisley. This recently created name has gained modest attention in the United States in the past decade, particularly among parents seeking distinctive, contemporary-sounding names. Brixley has a preppy, crisp sound that fits current naming trends while remaining uncommon enough to feel special. The name carries a modern, English countryside aesthetic without strong historical or cultural associations.
  16. Marleigh

    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of Marley

    • Description:

      This variation of Marley is gaining momentum due to the popular -leigh suffix, which is all over the US popularity lists. This name in particular reentered the US Top 1000 in 2013.
  17. Kaci

    • Description:

      Kaci is a feminine name with multiple origins. It can be an Irish variant of Casey, derived from 'Cathasaigh' meaning 'vigilant' or 'watchful.' It's also seen as a diminutive of Katherine or a modern spelling variation of Kasey. The name gained popularity in the United States during the 1970s and 1980s, reaching its peak in the early 1990s. Kaci is appreciated for its friendly, approachable sound while maintaining a distinctive quality. The name carries a youthful, energetic connotation and has remained a modest choice for parents seeking something familiar yet not overly common.

  18. Jaxtyn

    • Origin:

      Modern invented name

    • Description:

      The American appetite for new names ending in the letters "yn" knows no bounds. This one, a close relative of popular Jaxson, was among the fastest-rising boys' names of 2017.
  19. Aarya

    • Origin:

      Variation of Arya, Sanskrit

    • Meaning:

      "noble"

    • Description:

      Arya has become a popular name thanks to the young heroine of Game of Thrones and because of the rise of similar Aria too. Variation Aarya has also seen increased use in English speaking countries, ranking in the Top 1000 in the UK in recent years.
  20. Jair

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "he shines"

    • Description:

      In the Old Testament, Jair is a son of Manasseh as well as a judge of the Israelites. Jair is off its 2003 peak but is still hanging on in the Top 1000 and as a simple yet distinctive name with serious history, is worthy of consideration.