By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Spanish variation of Zephyr or Zafira, Greek mythological name or Arabic
"west wind or to succeed"
Zefera is a rare form of Zephyr or Zafira, with a subtle connection to nature. As Zephyr becomes more popular for both girls and boys, this feminine Spanish variation may get more attention from…
Modern invention, variation of Genesis
"the origin, beginning or formation; The First Book in The Bible"
A variation on the popular Biblical name Genesis, Jenese is also reminiscent of Jessica, Janessa, and Jenifer — and may well be considered a modern form of these names too. Also spelled as Genesee,…
Spelling variation of Dorothea, Greek
"gift of God"
The Dorathea spelling moves this name away from the classic Dorothea and toward a smoosh name -- a name created by combining two separate names, in this case Dora and Thea. If you're honoring a Dora…
English variation of Chablis, French
"fallen wood"
Wait, you named me after a wine, but then you were too drunk to spell it right?
Fictional invented name, variation of Moony
"moon, moon-like"
A name invented for the 2017 movie The Florida Project , recently chosen by influencers and content creators Ellie and Ella for their daughter in 2026.
Italian, variation of Angela
"angel, messenger"
The Italian variation of the celestial, 70s-favorite Angela, with a slightly different sound that might make it feel far more distinctive in to American ears.
Invented name or variation of Monica, Latin
"advisor"
The simplified spelling of Monica gives the name a modern, streamlined feel while maintaining the recognizable pronunciation. Monca's rarity makes it distinctive, appealing to parents seeking an…
Italian variation of Casper or Jasper, Persian
"bringer of treasure"
Gasparo is a masculine name with Italian origins, representing an older Italian variant of Casper or Gaspar. The name derives from the Persian 'ganzabara' meaning 'treasurer' and connects to the…
Spelling variation of Journey, word name
"passage from one place to another"
A spelling variation of Journey, though it's up to you if you want to say it as JURN, JUR-nee, JUR-nae, or JUR-neh.
Italian variation of Harold, English
"powerful army"
An Italian form of the clunky classic Harold, Aroldo has a touch more flair. Derived from the Old English elements here and weald , it means "powerful, mighty arm", lending it plenty of strength.…
Feminine variation of Ulysses, Latin from Greek
"wrathful"
A rare feminization of Ulysses, Ulyssa feels like an attractive U-initial twist on Alyssa. Ulyssia is another possibility.
Fijian and Tongan variation of Eleanor, meaning unknown
Form of Eleanor found in the Pacific Islands, such as Fiji and Tonga. Other sources say it is used in Hawaii, but Elenoa has never been recorded as a name in the state.
Icelandic, variation of Paul
"small"
The Icelandic variation of Paul is also used in its feminine form, Pála.
Finnish variation of Katherine
"pure"
A diminutive form of the Finnish Katariina, used by Tove Jannson in her book The True Deciever .
Spelling variation of Miranda, Latin
"marvelous, admirable"
The added 'h' at the end gives this classic name a slightly unique twist while maintaining its elegant sound and meaning. Miranda gained popularity through Shakespeare's character in 'The Tempest'…
Dutch variation of Cheyenne or Vivian
"people of a different language; life"
A modern Dutch name that features in the Top 500 in the Netherlands, Vajèn is a spin on either Cheyenne or Vivian. First appearing in the Dutch charts in 2012, it shot into the Top 100, peaking at…
Modern variation of Athena, English, Greek
"from Athens"
Borne by the Greek goddess of wisdom, warfare, mathematics, and courage, Athena has become one of the most popular names from mythology in recent years, so it's no surprise that new takes and modern…
Feminine variation of Xavier, Basque
"new house"
Xaverie is a feminine name derived from Xavier, which itself comes from the Basque place name Etxeberria, meaning 'the new house.' Most famously associated with St. Francis Xavier, the 16th-century…
French variation of Baldwin, German
"brave friend"
Baudoin is the French form of Baldwin, which literally translates to 'brave friend' or 'bold ally.' The name carries significant historical weight, having been borne by several medieval kings of…
English variation of Caolán or Caoilfhionn, Irish
"slender and fair"
Typically used as a masculine name, Keelan may be considered an Anglicization of the Irish Caolán meaning "little slender one" or simply "slender" with a diminutive suffix. However, when used as a…
