By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Spelling variation of Journey, word name
"passage from one place to another"
A rare spelling of Journey, it's up to you if you want to pronounce it JUR-nee or JUR-nye (to rhyme with bye or Kai). It appeared in the US stats for the first time in 2009 and has been used very…
Finnish variation of Magnus, Latin
"great"
This Finnish variation of the strong and powerful Magnus adds an element of gentleness to the name, while still remaining in touch with its might. Less popular than Mauno (MOW-no) and Manu (MAH-noo),…
Spanish and Portuguese variation of Joseph
"Jehovah increases"
Jose is traditionally used as a middle name for girls — or second element of a double barrel name — among Spanish-speaking Catholics. It's typically seen in the combination Maria Jose, which holds…
Danish and Swedish variation of Freyr, Old Norse
"lord"
A mythological choice with a fresh sound, Frej is a variant of Freyr, the Norse god of fertility, sunlight, and peace. While it's nowhere near as popular as the god's twin sister's name, Freya, Frej…
Spelling variation of Mabelline
"lovable"
An elaboration of sweet Mabel, for those who don't want the make-up association of Mabelline but who also enjoy the look of Biblical Abilene.
Hungarian, variation of Elizabeth
"pledged to God"
Erzsébet, a Hungarian form of Elizabeth, has a lot of historical significance in its native country - being the native name of Saint Elizabeth of Hungary, the infamous countess and serial killer…
Dutch, feminine variation of Charles
"free man"
Similar to Caroline, but without the O. Karlijn is a feminine form of Charles used in the Netherlands, deriving from the Dutch variant of the name, Karel. It can also be seen as Carlijn.
English nickname and Portuguese variation of Mendo
As an English nickname, Mem is a vintage choice that may appeal to fans of Jem, Kip, and Len. It has been used historically as a short form a variety of names including the Remember, Mehmet, Merritt,…
Spanish variation of Milady
"my lady"
The Spanish form of Milady, a title name to fit in with the likes of Princess, Reina, Queenie, and Saint, Mileidys may also be spelled as Mileidis. A notable bearer is content creator and influencer,…
Journey meets Janae and Renae in this spelling alternative to the spiritual, adventurous word name. Whether you say it as JUR-nee, JUR-nae, or jur-NAE is up to you.
English, variation of Melvina
"chieftain, bad town"
A rare name with a distinctive sound, Millvina is associated with Millvina Dean who was the last survivor of the Titanic before her death in 2009. She was also the youngest person on-board the ship…
French variation of Livius, Latin
"envious"
A contemporary variation on Livio, itself an Italian form of the ancient Livius, Lyvio is familiar in France, having entered the name charts back in 2021. While the "envious" meaning may put some…
Latvian variation of Kate, "pure"
"pure"
Popular in Latvia, Keita is a short form of Katrīna, also used as a stand alone name, much like Kate is in English speaking countries. Keita is also used as an East African and a Japanese masculine…
Spelling variation of Finley, Irish and Scottish
"fair-haired hero"
A modern spelling variation of Finley, which may appeal to those honoring someone called Lee, or those who like that cool Y in the name Flynn. This spelling is notably more popular for girls.
Russian variation of Thomas, Aramaic
"twin"
One of many international variants of Thomas, Foma is a Russian form, used in its native country and in Moldova, though rarely anywhere else. It does however appear in several Russian classics,…
French variation of Nicodemus, Greek
"victory of the people"
An anglicized form of the French Nicodème, this is variation of the grand and Biblical Nicodemus, ultimately borrowed from the Ancient Greek Nikodemos. Appearing in the New Testament as one of the…
American variation of Michelle or feminization of Mitchell
"who is like God?"
Once regularly used as a spelling variation of Michelle, Mitchelle would be a virtually one-of-a-kind choice for a baby born today.
Spanish variation of Odilia or Odo, Germanic
"wealth, fortune; fatherland"
While Odalis and Odalys are predominantly given to girls in the US, Cuba, Mexico, and Columbia, however it is used as a masculine name in the Dominican Republic and Venezuela. Likely derived from the…
French variation of Theodoric, Germanic
"ruler of the people"
Predominantly used for boys in France and beyond, Thierry has appeared in the US charts for girls sporadically since the 2000s, likely because of its -y ending and visual similarities to Kerry,…
Sanskrit, modern variation of Keziah, Hebrew
"one with beautiful hair; cinnamon"
Spiky but pretty in sound, Keshika has its origins in both Sanskrit and Hebrew, making it a rare choice that also crosses cultures. As a Sanskrit name, it is used in Sri Lanka and India, where it is…
