Updated October 2026
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Romani, meaning unknown
This energetically-spelled name may come from Crizantema, the Romani form of Chrysanthemum... or straight from the name Chrysanthe.
Choctaw, Native American, meaning unknown
Traditional Choctaw name, but close to the word "silly." The similar name Sillin sidesteps this.
Eritrea, meaning unknown
An intriguing choice from the African country Eritrea. Sources say Betiel means "house of God." Betiel first appeared on the US charts in 2021, when it was given to five baby girls.
German surname, Yiddish, meaning unknown
A sort of Maisie-Hazel hybrid, likely influenced by the hit TV show The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel . Actress Beverley Mitchell chose it for her daughter. One of the origins of the surname Maisel was…
English surname, meaning unknown
A potential Avery alternative, with a nod to legendary fashion photographer Richard Avedon.
French surname, meaning unknown
We wouldn't have considered Piaget as a viable given name option was it not for Solange Knowles, who has it as her middle name. Her mother chose it after the watch brand, but many will recognize it…
A feminine name in Choctaw culture.
Greek, meaning unknown
An Ancient Greek name now common in Brazil in the Laís form. Two notable Ancient Greek courtesans were named Laïs, along with a first-century midwife. The meaning of Laïs is unknown, but it may be…
Arabic, possibly "adoration, life"
"adoration, life"
Hiam is best known as the name of Hiam Abbass — a Palestinian actress and director currently in Succession . It make come from the Arabic word haya meaning "life" or from hiam meaning "adoration,…
It is speculated that this name may derive from Esperanza.
Anglicization of French surname de Chiel, meaning unknown
A rarer spelling of Dashiell, a handsome route to the nickname Dash. Neither variation is common for girls — Dashiell, at its peak, was given to six baby girls in a single year — but actress Milla…
This name was historically given to Choctaw men.
Latin, meaning unknown
One of the small number forenames used by the ancient Romans. Unlike Marcus, Lucius and Titus, this is not one that is popular in modern times; in fact, it's never been on the USA's baby name charts.…
Welsh, meaning unknown
A name of obscure origin, possibly meaning "flow down" or from edrydd , "narration, recital". If you're looking for an "Ed" name that's straighforward and accessible but virtually unknown, this is a…
As surname names for girls become more popular, we could see Catesby catching on among style-conscious parents. Bonus: it easily shortens to the girlish nickname Cate.
A name from medieval romance. Amlyn ac Amig is the Welsh version of Amis et Amiles , a French moral tale of friends in Charlemagne's court. The name itself is gentle and straightforward, although the…
Japanese, meaning unknown
Associated with a villainous character in the Naruto franchise.
Roman mythology
"dew"
Mythological Hersilia was the wife of Romulus, founder of Rome. She was later deified as Hora. The exact etymology of her name is unknown, however, possible theories include that it comes from the…
Hebrew
"you will shine"
A Hebrew name, likely derived from the root halal and a variation of Tahel, with a shining meaning. Other possible origins include from the Arabic word Tahaluf meaning "alliance", from the name of a…
Irish, meaning unknown
Kinnia is an ancient Irish saint's name — legend has it she was a maiden baptized by St. Patrick.