By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Greek mythology name
A new brand of eyedrop.
Nikoleta is a feminine name of Greek and Slavic origin, representing a feminine form of Nicholas, which means 'victory of the people.' This elegant variation is particularly popular in Greece,…
Nikolia is a feminine name that represents a feminine form of Nicholas or Nikolai. It has Greek origins where "Nike" means "victory" and "laos" means "people," together meaning "victory of the…
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"victory"
The goddess and personification of victory in Greek mythology – sister to strength, force, and zeal – could make a powerful namesake for a daughter. The goddess would fly a chariot across…
"needle"
Victorian feel.
Greek, diminutive of Euphemia
"fair speech"
This can be a short form of any Greek girls' name starting with 'Ef', such as Efstraria or Efrosini. It has also been suggested as a possible nickname for Elizabeth.
The feminine form of Orpheus, the charming musician of Greek myth who descended to the underworld.
"the sea"
The name of several early saints, including one, Pelagia the Penitent, a beautiful and licentious dancing girl who repented, then, disguised as a man, spent the rest of her life living alone in a…
"youth, young woman"
An overlooked name from Greek mythology, Pallas is both an epithet for the goddess of wisdom and a name in its own right, borne by a daughter of the sea god Triton who was raised alongside the…
"all the gods"
Anthea would be simpler and prettier, though Panthea has possibilities.
"studious"
The unusual Parmenia is very occasionally chosen by Latino parents.
Diminutive of Pavel or Praskovya, Russian
"small, humble; preparation"
Sweet and soft but outdoorsy too, Pasha could make an interesting alternative to Sasha. Typically used as a diminutive for Russian male names like Pavel, it has also been used for the feminine name…
Pesha is a feminine name with Yiddish and Eastern European Jewish origins. Traditionally, it's considered a diminutive form of biblical names like Perpetua or Persian names meaning 'flower.' In some…
"rock, stone"
Petronella, and its shorter sister Petra, are both feminizations of Peter. While Petronella is a name with deep history, it's extremely rare. It was given to no baby girls on record in the US last…
Diminutive of Andrea, feminine form of Andrew
"strong and manly"
This unique one-syllable name was added to the mix by Mariel Hemingway for her now grown model/actress daughter; it could make a distinctive middle name or Bree substitute.
Pipitsa is an uncommon feminine name with Greek origins, functioning as an affectionate diminutive form. In Greek usage, it serves as a cute, endearing nickname, similar to how English speakers might…
Popi is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Greek contexts, it can be a diminutive of Kalliopi, meaning 'beautiful voice.' It also appears as a nickname in Hispanic communities,…
Pinelopi is the Greek form of the name Penelope, a feminine name rich in mythological significance. In Greek mythology, Penelope was the faithful wife of Odysseus who waited twenty years for his…
"flower"
Penthia might not be the most charming flower name, but as the lovely Penelope ascends, and the lovely Cynthia fades away, a compromise may be in order.
Native American, Blackfoot,or Greek, "golden eagle, or rock, stone"
"golden eagle, or rock, stone"
Too tightly tied to the acronym for the activist group People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals.
