By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Melana is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variation of Melina, which has Greek roots meaning 'honey' or 'gentle,' or it could relate to Milana, with Slavic origins. Some…
Hebrew
"light of God"
Unisex name in Israel, ideal for a Hanukkah baby.
Sergi is a masculine name primarily used in Catalan and Russian cultures, though with different origins in each. In Catalan regions, it derives from the Latin name Sergius, which possibly has…
Russian
"attractive"
Shorter, more palatable form of Vladimir, best known as the surname of French director Roger.
Zenya is a contemporary feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variant of Xenia, which derives from Greek meaning "hospitality" or "foreign," or it could be related to the Russian…
Irisa is a delicate feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variant of Iris, the Greek name meaning 'rainbow' and associated with the goddess who served as a messenger between gods…
Iryna is a Slavic feminine name, primarily used in Ukrainian and Belarusian cultures as their version of Irene. The name derives from the Greek 'Eirene,' meaning 'peace.' Iryna carries a beautiful…
Daniell is a masculine name primarily serving as a variant spelling of Daniel, which comes from Hebrew meaning 'God is my judge.' This alternative spelling adds distinction to the traditional…
Danil is a masculine name with Slavic origins, particularly popular in Russia, Ukraine, and other Eastern European countries. It serves as a variant of Daniel, which comes from Hebrew and means 'God…
Gedeon is a masculine name of Hebrew origin, representing a variation of Gideon, which means 'feller' or 'hewer.' In biblical tradition, Gideon was a military leader, judge, and prophet who led the…
Lydie is a feminine name with French origins, representing the French form of Lydia. The name traces back to ancient times, derived from the historic region of Lydia in Asia Minor (modern Turkey).…
Russian variation of Sergius
Common Russian name of one of that country's most beloved saints, known for his kindness and gentility.
Russian form of Valerius, Roman
"strong, health"
A spirited Russian name, derived from the Roman Valerius, this name is also transcribed as Valeriy. In an English speaking context, it has been used as a (feminine) alternative spelling to Valerie,…
Russian variation of Vitalis, Latin
"life"
Lively Russian choice born by several saints.
French variation of Karen, form of Katherine
"pure"
The once super-popular Karen has gotten a bad name of late. Is Karine different enough to survive? Perhaps, though it may take a generation or two for a real comeback. Karine might also be considered…
Karyna is a feminine name with Slavic origins, particularly popular in Ukraine, Poland, and Belarus. It's a variant of Karina, which derives from the Latin 'Carina' meaning 'dear one' or 'beloved.'…
English, diminutive of Helen, Eleanor, et al: "bright, shining one"
"bright, shining one"
Sarra is a feminine name representing an ancient variant of Sarah, which means 'princess' or 'noblewoman' in Hebrew. This spelling appears in medieval documents and has periodically resurfaced as…
Yaryna is a feminine Ukrainian name with ancient Slavic roots. It derives from the name of the spring sun god in Slavic mythology, 'Yarilo' or 'Yarylo,' associated with fertility, youth, and the…
Russian variation of Jane
Makes Jane anything but plain.
