For future babies

While Marianna looks like a spelling variation of Mariana, the two names have different etymologies. While the one-N spelling derives from the Roman name Marianus, Marianna is a combination of two classics, Maria and Anna, used in many European languages.

The oldest-known form of Mary, serious and solemn Miriam has been a particular favorite of observant Jewish parents. But we can see it extending beyond that sphere into the next wave of Old Testament names post-Rachel, Rebecca, Sarah, Hannah, and Leah. Miriam is currently the Number 1 girls' name in Israel.

Just say Noe to this translation of Noah.

Noel is British, fey, and sophisticated, connoting wit and creativity, much like namesake Noel Coward. Noel has also been a character on Felicity and Pretty Little Liars. Thanks to their association with Christmas, Noel and Noelle make ideal names for December babies and names for Christmas babies.

Noemi is a charming Latin spin on Naomi, with the accent on the last syllable; another twist is Neomi.

Samuel has been so popular for so long that it's hard to believe it's still climbing, at its highest point since the 1890s.

Adding a final a to Tamar lends it a more sensual Slavic tone, making it a more popular choice than the original.