By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Spelling variation of Imani, Swahili
"faith"
Imani has rested comfortably in the middle off the US popularity list for 30 years now. Spelling it Imonie makes it more rare, but potentially more confusing.
Old French variation of Matthew, Hebrew
"Gift of God"
A surname-style spin on the classic Matthew, notably born by Victorian journalist and reform advocate Henry Mayhew, writer of London Labour and the London Poor .
English variation of Cyrilla, Latin from Greek
"lordly"
Cirilla is the currently most-used version of this name, thanks to The Witcher series, but Sirilla is another spelling variant of the original Cyrilla, feminine of Cyril. Downside: that Siri nickname.
Hebrew variation of Jedidiah, "beloved of God"
"beloved of God"
This spiritual name is a variation of Jedidiah - a name which as been climbing up the US charts. In the Bible, this name is bestowed upon Solomon by the prophet Nathan..
Spanish variation of Baptiste, French
"baptist"
The name Bautiste carries strong religious connotations, referencing John the Baptist from Christian tradition. Bautiste has a sophisticated European flair with its distinctive spelling and…
English variation of Cherie, French
"dear"
A cross between Cherie and Sherry, neither of which have crossed into the 21st century.
Hungarian variation of Adrian
"man of Adria"
This Hungarian form of Adrian is traditionally spelled with an accent, Adorján.
Irish variation of Bartholomew, Aramaic
"son of the furrow"
Pathalan is a rare Irish name derived from the somewhat-less-rare Bartholomew. Nearly 30 baby boys were named Bartholomew in the US last year, but none were named Parthalan.
Romanian, variation of Silvius
"wood, forest"
The masculine form of Silvia in Romania, Silviu is especially intriguing and handsome.
Irish variation of Susan or John
"lily; God is gracious"
This Irish name can be used as a variant of Susan, or as a form of Siobhan, itself a feminine form of John. Once rare but more recently appearing in the Top 150 in Ireland, the name pronunciation…
French variation of Euphemia, Greek
"fair speech"
French variant of Euphemia, which feels a little lighter and fresher than the English form.
Hungarian variation of Clement
"mild, merciful"
A name with a gentle meaning and a strong sound.
Turkish and Azerbaijani variation of Jahan
"world; universe"
With its expansive and bold meaning, Cihan feels like it could fit the vibe of names such as Atlas, Ocean, and Cosmo. Familiar in Turkey and Azerbaijan, it derives from the Persian name, Jahan , and…
Latvian and Lithuanian variation of Dagny, Norse, Amharic
"new day; judge"
Also spelled as Dagnė, Dagne is a Latvian and Lithuanian form of the Scandinavian name, Dagny. Ultimately from Old Norse, it is a name reflective of new beginning, pronounced DAG-neh. Alternatively,…
Italian variation of Immaculada, Spanish
"immaculate"
A bold, religious choice used to celebrate and honor the Immaculate Conception of the Virgin Mary, Immacolata was popular in Italy back in the 90s. Imma is used as a diminutive in Italy, though Coco,…
Welsh, variation of Baldwin
"brave friend"
The Welsh form of the German Baldwin avoids that unappealing first syllable.
Spelling variation of Shoshana, Hebrew
"lily"
Shoshannah, one of the many Hebrew variations of Susannah, is a lush and lovely name, however you spell it.
Scottish, variation of Walter
"army ruler"
This Scottish Gaelic form of the Germanic name Walter is also seen in the form Bhaltair.
Arabic and Coptic variation of Peter
"rock, stone"
Also spelled Butrus, Boutros is the Arabic form of Peter, often used by Coptic Christians, or Christians living in the Arab world. Strong but gentle in sound, it originates from the Greek petros…
Romani variation of Louis, German and French
"renowned warrior"
Lash might look an unexpected English word name, associated with eyelashes or hitting, striking, whipping, or heavily criticizing someone. It is however a Romani name and a form of the regal Louis,…
