Names of Real People I Know

Sheenah

Sheenah is a feminine name with several possible origins. It may be a variant spelling of Sheena, which derives from the Scottish Gaelic name Sìne (a form of Jane or Joan) meaning 'God is gracious.'…

Mariette

French diminutive of Marie

"drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved"

A less-popular alternative to Juliette, perhaps – although it feels rather more dated. The meaning of Marie is uncertain, but theories include "drop of the sea" (from Hebrew roots mar "drop" and yam…

Selia

Selia is a feminine name with multiple possible origins, creating a rich tapestry of meanings. It may be a variant of Celia, which derives from the Roman family name Caelius, meaning "heaven" or…

Natividad

Spanish from Latin

"nativity"

Traditionally given to girls born on the September birth date of the Virgin Mary.

Felicitas

Latin

"good luck, fortune"

In Roman mythology. Felicitas was the deity of good luck.

Aderyn

Welsh

"bird"

Derived from the Welsh word for bird, this name might just be ready to have her moment: a nature-connected meaning, a fantastical air, a way to nickname Addie, and a similar style to Elowen, Arwen,…

Aideen

Irish

"jealousy"

A name possibly derived from Etain, an ancient Irish sun and horse goddess whose name is still used. Adina is a related choice.