Spelled Noë, this name is common among baby girls in the Netherlands. The umlaut clarifies the two-syllable pronunciation, at least to Europeans, and the spelling variation may help sidestep gender confusion.

Noellie is a feminine name derived from Noël, the French word for Christmas, ultimately from Latin 'natalis' meaning 'birth.' This charming elaboration of Noel adds a distinctly French flair with its feminine '-ie' ending. The name carries holiday associations and is occasionally given to girls born during the Christmas season, though it's suitable year-round. Noellie has remained relatively uncommon in English-speaking countries but enjoys more usage in French-speaking regions. It combines vintage charm with a melodic quality, fitting well with the trend toward classic names with a twist. The name has a delicate, refined sound while maintaining connection to the joyful, celebratory nature of its Christmas roots.

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.

In early, pre-Norman Ireland, this name was borne by both a sister and a niece of high king Brian Boru. Now, the English form Orla is more commonly used.

Unlike the other fruit names that are just coming onto the baby name menu, Peaches is an old-timey nickname previously reserved for spangled showgirls, and now would be considered an outrageous -- verging on hip -- choice. Or perhaps it was, until 2023, when it entered the UK Top 1000, not sounding too out of place beside other 2023 favorites, Honey, Blossom, Sage, Halo, and Dolly.

One of the rarest of the floral names, though not without some teasing potential. Peony is a historical 1948 novel by Pearl S. Buck.

Posie and its near-identical twins Posy and Posey are delicate old-fashioned flower names of the type that are stylish today: Think Poppy, Marigold, Clover.

Chic in the fifties, now kept in the public eye mainly by actress Zellweger; today's parents seek more moderne Gallic choices.

With strong sounds but a whimsical feel, Reverie is a word name associated with being in a dreamy, ethereal state, of being lost in a daydream, or coming up with a pleasant fantasy for the future. Similar in cadence to popularly Everly, it was given to around 80 girls in a recent year.

The most famous Sinclair was the (male) writer Lewis, but these days the name works at least as well for a girl.

As a Japanese name, Suki has the sweet meaning "loved one". It's also an English diminutive of Susanna, making it a creative and modern way to honor a Susan in your life.

Séverine is a feminine French name derived from the Latin name Severinus, which comes from 'severus' meaning 'stern' or 'serious.' Despite these somewhat austere roots, the name has developed a reputation for elegance and sophistication in French-speaking regions. Particularly popular in France and Switzerland, Séverine reached its peak usage in the 1970s but remains an established classic in Francophone culture. The accent over the first 'e' gives the name its proper French pronunciation and adds visual distinction. Séverine conveys a sense of quiet strength and dignity, making it appealing to parents who appreciate traditional French naming conventions with a touch of refinement.

Theia is the Titan of sight and the shining light of the clear blue sky. She is the consort of Hyperion, and mother of Helios, Selene, and Eos. The name is more familiar in its Anglicized version, Thea.

If you love Puritan virtue names and want to move beyond Hope and Faith and Grace, this is a wonderful choice, both for its meaning and its sound. A rare find here, though occasionally heard in England. It was used in Winston Graham's Poldark novels, was Madonna's name as James Bond's fencing instructor in Die Another Day, and made a brief appearance in Harry Potter. Not to mention being a fixture on British and Australian soaps. Verity also appears in one of Agatha Christie's Miss Marple mysteries.

More famously spelled Wallis as a feminine name: the woman for whom the King of England abdicated the throne.

From the first time we saw the name Saskia attached to a portrait of Rembrandt's wife (her full name was Saakje van Uylenburgh, but she was always called Saskia), we have found it utterly charming and wondered why it hasn't attracted more fans In this country--she's appreciated by the Brits, who have moved her to Number 392. Saskia is one of those names that's been used in Europe since the Middle Ages, but has never crossed the ocean.