Josepha is less heard in this country than in other parts of the world, seen as a slightly awkward feminization a la Ricarda and Benjamina. In the U.S., Josephine or Joanna is the more usual feminine form of Joseph, though you might consider Josepha if you want to break rank.

The menu of usable month names seems to expand every, well, month, with such choices as November, October, and January joining more established names like April, May, June and August. Logical November nicknames include Nova, Novi, or Ember, making this a natural (if adventurous) choice for a baby girl. November is also, obviously, one of the perfect names for November babies.

Thursday is named after the god Thor, itself becoming a popular baby name (who would have thought?). So why not Thursday?

Winter, Summer, and Autumn are all mainstream names; this covers all bases.

Perfect choice if your baby has grandpas named Barry and Eric, but also a bit military.

Israeli-born singer Keren Ann introduced this traditional Hebrew name to the US, where it could well be mistaken for Karen. Nevertheless, 100 girls were given the name in a recent year.

An upbeat English word name with a Puritanical feel, famously borne by Zulu king Goodwill Zwelithini kaBhekuzulu, who reigned for over 50 years until his death in 2021.

Perfect for September babies, this charming Japanese name is a popular choice in its native country.

Pom is a shortened word name that's not much used in France, but cute and familiar here as one of Babar (the Elephant's) triplets. Pom, pommy and pommie are (non-derogatory) terms sometimes used by Australians, New Zealanders and South Africans to denote a person of English heritage. 

A late Roman saint's name that feels perfect for a Thanksgiving baby.

Provocative word name that may strike the right chord for an adventurous baby namer.

A daisy-esque flower, although chamomile is much more commonly associated with the tea that's made from it.

This Puritan virtue name may be unstylish, but it is also sympathetic and appealing in these largely uncomfortable times.

A covert fruit name for non-Finnish speakers.

A strong, warm name and a strong warm color. Would make an excellent alternative to August or Aubrey.

The girls have Apple, Plum, Peaches, Cherry, and Berry: here's one variety of fruit suitable for a boy.

A cool spiritual word name à la Psalm.

Believe it or not, Prudence is on the rise for girls in both the US and UK. Could Prudent be next?

Among the Ewe people of Ghana and Togo, Yao is the name for babies born on Thursday.