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  1. Wenonah

    • Description:

      Wenonah is a feminine Native American name from the Dakota and Ojibwe traditions. It typically means "first-born daughter" or sometimes "daughter of the waters." In Longfellow's famous poem "The Song of Hiawatha," Wenonah appears as the mother of the protagonist, introducing the name to wider American culture. The name carries a melodic quality with its three distinct syllables and flowing sounds. Wenonah honors Indigenous heritage while offering a connection to American literary tradition. Though relatively uncommon in contemporary usage, the name maintains recognition and appreciation. Wenonah's nature-connected meaning appeals to parents seeking names with environmental ties. While pronunciation might initially challenge some (typically weh-NO-nah), its distinctive character makes it memorable once learned.
  2. Egypt

    • Origin:

      Place-name

    • Meaning:

      "the house of the soul of Ptah"

    • Description:

      We had Egypt listed as a girls-only place-name until singer Alicia Keys and rap producer husband Swizz Beatz used it for their son...and why not? Egypt certainly works as well for a boy as for a girl, similar in sound as it is to Elijah.
  3. Prince

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "chief, prince"

    • Description:

      Prince rose to its highest ranking in a century in 2015, and the tragic death of its most famous bearer in April 2016 propelled it even higher. The Purple Rain legend isn't its only tie to pop royalty: Michael Jackson chose it for not one but two of his sons. Royal names such as King and Prince, once thought of as canine, have begun to be used by human non-royals for their sons.
  4. Day

    • Origin:

      English word name

    • Meaning:

      "the time of light between one night and the next"

    • Description:

      Many African tribes have a tradition of naming children for the day or time they were born -- Friday, Afternoon -- a practice finding new life in the Western world as word names become more popular.
  5. Piano

    • Description:

      Piano is an unusual feminine name derived from the musical instrument, which itself comes from the Italian word 'piano,' meaning 'soft' or 'quiet.' As a given name, Piano is extremely rare, representing the category of musical names that occasionally appear in contemporary naming practices. Parents who choose this name likely have strong associations with music, perhaps as musicians themselves or deep appreciators of piano music. The name carries artistic connotations and suggests creativity, expression, and cultural refinement. While unusual as a given name in most cultures, Piano exemplifies the modern trend toward noun names with personal significance. Its distinctive quality ensures its bearer would have a truly unique identifier.

  6. Sesame

    • Origin:

      Food name and word name

    • Description:

      Poppy is the most widely-used seed name, opening the door for Sesame. While Sesame has a pretty sound, it is not often used as a name -- fewer than five baby girls were given the name in the US in 2021. In kids' minds, this might be overly associated with Sesame Street.
  7. Timber

    • Origin:

      Nature name

    • Description:

      Timber as a name is given to slightly more girls than boys each year. It's actually got a cute sound, ala Kimber(ly) and may be an original tree choice for a girl. Timberly and Timberlee are also found (but not encouraged).
  8. Discovery

    • Origin:

      English word name

    • Meaning:

      "discovery"

    • Description:

      A lot to handle, but it does give a sense of openness, joy, and awe.
  9. Racer

    • Origin:

      Word name

    • Description:

      New, fast, cool, and chosen by director Robert Rodriguez, whose other sons are Rebel, Rocket, and Rogue, all somewhat risky options.
  10. Coal

    • Origin:

      Word name

    • Description:

      This recently coined respelling of Cole darkens its image.
  11. Galaxia

    • Origin:

      Spanish

    • Meaning:

      "galaxy"

    • Description:

      Spanish for galaxy, this larger-than-life name would make a bold but beautiful choice for girl.
  12. Beacon

    • Origin:

      English word name

    • Meaning:

      "signal light"

    • Description:

      A word name with an appealing and illuminating meaning.
  13. Antiquity

    • Origin:

      English word name

    • Meaning:

      "antiquity"

    • Description:

      Your daughter will like this better at twenty than she will at fifty.
  14. Stormie
    • Heavyn

      • Description:

        Heavyn is a modern feminine name that emerged as a creative spelling variant of 'Heaven.' This contemporary adaptation adds a distinctive 'y' to give the spiritual concept a more name-like quality. The name conveys aspirational qualities of peace, perfection, and divine beauty. Heavyn gained some recognition in the United States in the early 2000s as part of the trend toward virtue names and unique spellings. While not among the most common names, it appeals to parents seeking a name with positive connotations and spiritual significance. The name carries an inherent sense of elevation and specialness, though its overtly virtuous nature may feel like a lot for some children to embody.

    • Purity

      • Origin:

        Virtue name

      • Description:

        A puritan virtue name that's only slightly less challenging than Chastity. It was used for nearly 20 baby girls in the contemporary US in one recent year.
    • Rainee

      • Description:

        Rainee is a feminine name with English origins, representing a creative modern spelling of 'Rainy' or a variation of 'Rainey.' The name evokes natural imagery of gentle rainfall and carries associations with freshness, renewal, and nurturing qualities. This contemporary spelling with the double 'e' ending has gained modest popularity since the late 20th century, particularly among parents seeking nature-inspired names with a unique flair. Rainee blends well with the trend toward environmental names while offering a distinctive spelling. The name has a light, cheerful quality that feels both modern and approachable, though it remains relatively uncommon in most English-speaking countries.
    • Poesy

      • Origin:

        Word name

      • Meaning:

        "poetry"

      • Description:

        This old-fashioned word for poetry has some antiquated charm but doesn't exactly roll off the tongue.
    • Ecru

      • Origin:

        Word name, English from French

      • Meaning:

        "ecru; raw, unbleached"

      • Description:

        Neutral color, but as a name, too much of an oddity.
    • Fortune

      • Origin:

        Latin

      • Meaning:

        "luck, fate, wealth"

      • Description:

        A contemporary sounding word name with an ancient history, widely used in the Roman Empire, and based on the mythic goddess of good luck and fertility.