Updated November 2023
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Spanish
"pure, virginal"
Y is a very rare initial, and this feisty mini-name packs a double punch with its spiky final Z. Inez or Inez are the more familiar spellings of this chic name, which is related to Agnes and could be…
Variation of Blue, English color name
Blu is a new (nu?) spin on an increasingly popular color name, also spelled Blue and Bleu by celebrity parents. Blu is the spelling used for one of the (male) Waldrop quintuplets, but the name is…
Color name
Blue suddenly came into the spotlight, as the unusual color name chosen by Beyonce and Jay-Z for their baby girl Blue Ivy. Blue is also a starbaby middle name du jour, used for both sexes in…
Norwegian
"deserted, empty"
This minimalist name is frequently heard in Norway, but has little chance of acceptance in the US.
German and Jewish surname
"flower"
Blysse is an uncommon feminine name that appears to be a variant spelling of 'Bliss,' derived from the Old English word 'blīths' meaning joy or happiness. This elegant variation adds a distinctive…
English
"happy, carefree"
Blythe is Nameberry gem — one of those names that visitors to the site are often searching for, despite the fact it's never ranked in the US charts as a given name. The name is derived the Old…
Blithe is a delicate feminine name derived from the Old English word 'bliþe,' meaning 'happy,' 'carefree,' or 'joyful.' As a word-name that directly evokes a positive emotional state, it belongs to…
Blyth is a feminine name of Scottish and Old English origin, though it can occasionally be used for males as well. It derives from the Old English 'blithe,' meaning 'carefree,' 'cheerful,' or…
Bobbe is a feminine name that serves as a diminutive form of Barbara or Roberta. It originated as a nickname with the playful '-e' ending that was popular in the mid-20th century. The name Barbara…
Bonne is a feminine name of French origin meaning 'good' or 'kind.' Derived directly from the French word for good (bon/bonne), this simple, elegant name embodies positive qualities and virtuous…
Modern invented name, Scottish
"slope of a hill"
A newly hatched cousin of Bree and Brea, with a touch of Bailey and Brynn there too, Brae feels like a name that could catch on. However, a 'bray' is also the sound a donkey makes.
Brande is a feminine name with Germanic roots, derived from the Old High German word 'brand' meaning 'sword' or 'fire.' It emerged as a variation of the name Brenda, which gained popularity in the…
As a feminine name, Bran is an uncommon choice with multiple potential origins. It may be a feminine adaptation of the masculine Bran, which has Celtic roots meaning 'raven' or 'crow,' most famously…
Spelling variation of Bria or short form of Breana, English
"strong, virtuous and honorable"
Brea is another spin on the increasingly-popular Bria, another entry in the stylish Mia-Leah-Gia sisterhood. While Bria is on the charts with an arrow toward the top, Brea is used more quietly, maybe…
Breann is a feminine name that emerged as a modern variation of the classic name Brianna, which itself derives from the masculine Irish name Brian, meaning 'high' or 'noble.' This contemporary…
Breanne is a feminine name that emerged as a modern variation of Breanna, which itself is a feminine form of Brian, a name of Irish and Celtic origin meaning "high" or "noble." This contemporary…
Bryanne is a feminine name with Celtic and French influences, typically considered a feminine form of Brian or Bryan. The name derives from the Celtic element 'brigh' meaning 'strength' or 'high,…
Irish, from Brid, Brigh, Brigid
"strength or exalted one"
A short, breezy name with a sophisticated yet upbeat image, that doesn't betray its Irish roots. Bree first came to notice here in 1971 via the complex prostitute character in the movie Klute , which…
Diminutive of Ashley, English
"ash tree"
Ash is a gender-neutral choice that calls to mind the '80s favorite: Ashley. But view it as a nature name -- as in the tree, not the charred bit of soot in the fireplace -- and it makes a cool choice…