Updated November 2023
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Word name
Cool, musical modern choice, especially as a middle name.
Scottish
"place name"
Musical choice that might work great in the middle. Alternative in all its forms, Fife and sister name Fifer are Scottish names for girls that can make a new twist on Piper.
Kaatje is a charming Dutch feminine name that serves as a diminutive form of Katherine or Katrina. Originating in the Netherlands, the name carries the same meaning as its root forms: "pure" or…
Kaj is a feminine adaptation of a traditionally masculine Scandinavian name with roots in both Norse and Greek traditions. In its original form, Kaj (also spelled Kai) comes from either Old Norse…
Stinne is a feminine name with Scandinavian origins, particularly prevalent in Denmark. It likely developed as a diminutive form of Christina or possibly Kristine. The name has a distinctly Nordic…
For a boy, Dash is usually short for Dashiell, but as a girl's name it just stands for energetic--and also the stores run by the Kardashian sisters..
D'shay is a contemporary name that likely emerged in the late 20th century. The apostrophe structure suggests it may be a contracted form combining the prefix 'D' with 'shay.' Shay itself has…
Irish
"pledged to god"
The Irish form of Elizabeth is properly spelled with a fada (Eilís) and pronounced with a long vowel sound accordingly: EYE-leesh. But Billie Eilish has popularized the anglicized spelling and…
Els is a feminine name with Dutch and Scandinavian origins, typically serving as a shortened form of Elisabeth or Elsa. Simple yet distinctive, the name carries the meaning "pledged to God" from its…
Dutch
"pledged to God"
Dutch diminutive of Elizabeth
English
"small island"
Isla is a contemporary gem, so why not Isle? As an English word name, it takes you straight to the literal definition — a small island — which could have an appealing, aspirational ring to it, for…
Elts is an uncommon feminine name with potential Germanic or Estonian origins. It may function as a rare diminutive of names containing the element 'el-' such as Elizabeth or Eleanor, or could derive…
French
"shining light, torch"
The French form of Helen, Hélène was hugely popular in France throughout the 20th-century, though recent years have seen it decline in popularity, leaving it towards the latter end of the Top 500.…
Lele is a charming feminine name with multicultural origins. In Chinese, it means "joy" or "happiness," while in Hawaiian, it can refer to a flying fish or represent a gentle waterfall sound. The…
Zannz is an extremely rare feminine name with a contemporary invented quality. With its double 'n' and ending 'z,' the name appears to be a modern creation rather than having historical roots in any…
Jans as a feminine name is unusual, as it more commonly appears as a masculine name in Dutch, Frisian, and Scandinavian traditions, where it functions as a variant of the name Jan (equivalent to…
Caitrín is the traditional Irish form of Katherine, pronounced approximately as 'kah-TREEN.' Derived ultimately from the Greek name Aikaterine, its meaning is debated but possibly relates to the…
Mérane is a delicate feminine name of uncertain origin, possibly derived from French linguistic roots or representing a modern creation inspired by similar-sounding names like Marina or Méranie. The…
Mayre is a feminine name that likely developed as a variant spelling of either Mary or Maire (the Irish form of Mary). The name ultimately derives from the Hebrew name Miriam, though its exact…
German and Jewish surname
"clover"
The whimsical quality of the work of Swiss artist Paul Klee is somehow reflected in his name, although many would mispronounce it to rhyme with key. Say it like clay.