One of the Sirens in Greek mythology, Ligeia was also the title character in an Edgar Allan Poe story. The mythological Ligeia was half-bird, half-woman. Spelling may also be Lygeia or Ligia.

Veronica seems poised to rise again, along with many other V names, and with it may follow this more romantic French version.

Soft and delicate French name rarely heard here.

Trying to imbue your child with charisma at birth involves a certain degree of chutzpah. It was brought into the mix by ex. "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" actress Charisma Carpenter, who was named after an Avon perfume.

A name that is rarely heard and might be worth considering as a way of zipping up a namesake Sandra. It has long been associated with iconoclastic British fashion designer Zandra Rhodes.

Adelice is a delicate feminine name with French and Germanic roots. It likely derives from the Germanic elements 'adal' meaning 'noble' and 'ice' serving as a feminine suffix. It can be viewed as a variant of Adelaide or Adelais, with a softer, more flowing quality. The name has a vintage charm combined with a modern feel in its streamlined form. Though uncommon in usage statistics, Adelice offers an elegant alternative to more popular choices like Alice or Adeline. Its melodic three-syllable pronunciation gives it a graceful rhythm, while its rarity makes it distinctive. The name suggests refinement and gentility while remaining accessible in pronunciation.