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Diminutive of Wilhelmina, German and Dutch
"resolute protection"
Historically a diminutive of Wilhelmina, Elma's parent name and soundalike sisters are slowly stirring back to life as the trend for vintage baby names continues. With Alma on the rise in the US,…
Hebrew
"God will raise up"
Little-used name borne by several biblical figures including a king. It would make an unexpected way to get the nickname Eli - or Kim.
Russian form of Hebrew JEHOIAKIM
"God will establish"
This strong and commanding Russian name is pronounced ah-KEEM.
Igbo
"my God will never fail"
Made most familiar in English-speaking countries by prize-winning author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, Chimamanda has a wonderful meaning and can be shortened to Chima or the spunky Chi. In 2022, it…
"I will sing"
Unusual name with stylish, silky feel.
German
"bright will"
Wilbert is one of the new old grandpa names marching -- shuffling? -- back into style, taking the place of names like Gus and Max which now sound totally baby-friendly. Wilbert and cousin Wilbur…
"will helmet"
Velma likely originated as a phonetic spelling of the German name Wilma, itself derived from Wilhelmina. Velma Dinkley is a smart, if nerdy, character in Scooby Doo .
Spanish variation of Ismael, Hebrew,"God will hear"
"God will hear"
Esmael is an uncommon name with deep cultural roots.
Variation of Yaritza or Yaretzi
"friend of the enchanted waters; you will always be loved"
Possibly a variant of the Spanish and Native American name, Yaretzi, which might be a variant of Yaritza, which is possibly a variant of Yara, with the suffix 'Itza' added, which could be inspired by…
"I will thank God"
Derived from a Hebrew phrase: ode "I will thank, praise" combined with yah "Yahweh". A famous bearer is Israeli-American actress Odeya Rush.
Aramaic
"he will answer"
The biblical husband of the queen of Sheba; an unusual name with an interesting sound, rhyming with lanai.
"he will sing"
Most modern parents outside Israel would prefer Aaron.
Finnish, Hawaiian, Japanese
"Yahweh will establish; supplanter; righteous + lord"
Kimi is a name of various origins with a zippy sound. It can be a Finnish variation of Joachim, via short form Kim, the Hawaiian variation of Jamie, via Kimo, and a unisex Japanese name, meaning…
Short form of Joachim, German Hebrew
"He will establish; he will raise"
Achim can be considered a German short form of the Biblical Joachim, though it can also be a name in its own right. It means "he will establish" or "he will raise", depending on if it is seen as a…
Biblical Greek form of Hezekiah, Hebrew
"God will strengthen"
A surprisingly rare choice, given the popularity of Ezekiel, Elias, Ezra, and Ozias, this name is a form of the Hebrew Hezekiah, found in the Greek Bible, and in some English translations. Borne by…
Modern invention
"God will descend down; God is abundant"
A modern invention with the feel of a Biblical name, Jetziel likely takes inspiration from Jahzeel ("God will divide"), Jasiel ("God is my maker"), Jehiel ("God will live"), and Yechezkel or Ezekiel…
Variation of Odele or Odelia, English, Hebrew "song; I will praise the Lord"
"song; I will praise the Lord"
Names with the del element, such as Adeline, Adelaide, Adele, and Della, are currently en vogue, but old-fashioned Odella didn't get the memo.
Portuguese version of Thelma
"will"
Sometimes used in the Hispanic community, along with the male TELMO. Has been associated with Telma Hopkins, singer with Tony Orlando & Dawn and onetime TV sitcom star.
"ask God and it will be done"
A name of Nigerian origin with a spiritual feel, Zirachi combines the Igbo elements zira meaning "reply" or "answer" with chi meaning "god". This can be interpreted as reflecting a belief that God…
Germanic
This spelling pares Will down to the bare minimum — and why not? It is also a Welsh diminutive of William / Wiliam / Gwilym.