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German, diminutive of Margarethe
"pearl"
Like Greta, Gretchen is a German Margaret diminutive that has become an American quasi-classic, though not much used today, having dropped off the list in 2009. She was at her high point in the…
Flower name, from Greek
"blue larkspur; precious stone"
Though it may not be as sweet and gentle as, say, Violet, the purple-hued Hyacinth still might hold some appeal for the parent seeking a truly unusual flower name. In Greek mythology, Hyacinthus was…
Jeimy is a feminine name that appears to be a creative variation of Jamie or Jaime. With Hispanic origins, it blends contemporary styling with a traditional feel. The name offers a distinctive…
Kaileen is a feminine name with Irish and Gaelic influences, likely derived from the name Caoilfhionn (pronounced KEE-lin), meaning 'slender' or 'fair.' The modern spelling adapts the traditional…
Kaoir is a modern feminine name that has gained some recognition in recent years, particularly in American popular culture. The name appears to be a contemporary creation rather than having…
Kristel is a feminine name of Germanic and Scandinavian origin, serving as a variant of Crystal or Christel. Derived from the Latin 'crystallus' meaning 'ice' or ultimately from the Greek…
Spelling variation of Leanne
A combination of Lee and Ann, this spelling variation saw more interesting in the 60s and 70s.
Leiah is a modern feminine name that represents a beautiful variation of the classic Hebrew name Leah, which means "weary" or "delicate." This contemporary spelling adds sophistication and uniqueness…
Lillianne is an elegant feminine name that combines the popular name 'Lily' with the suffix '-anne.' It originated as a French variation of Lillian, which itself derives from the Latin name 'Lilium,'…
Lunna is a feminine name that evokes celestial imagery, derived from Latin "luna" meaning "moon." The doubled 'n' gives the name a distinctive spelling while maintaining its connection to lunar…
Maiah is a contemporary feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variation of Maya, which has roots in several cultures including Hebrew (meaning "water"), Greek (as a form of Maia,…
Hawaiian nature name
Captivating and appealing name — a maile is a vine used to make leis — getting noticed via writer Maile Meloy. Many pronounce it ala Miley, as in Cyrus, though native Hawaiian speakers say the…
Irish, shortened fom of Mairghread, variation of Margaret
Pronounced MAW-rayt or ma-RAYD, Mairead is close enough to Maureen to be accepted here. The name became popular in Ireland due to admiration for the saint of that name. Peig and Peigi are its…
Masyn is a contemporary spelling variation of Mason, giving a traditional name a modern twist. While Mason originated as an English occupational surname for stoneworkers, Masyn represents the trend…
Hebrew
"brook"
In the Bible, daughter of King Saul and wife of King David.
Milli is a charming feminine name with multiple origins. It can be a diminutive of names like Millicent (meaning "strong in work"), Camilla, or Amelia. In Germanic languages, it relates to "mild" or…
Navaeh is a feminine name that appears to be a variant spelling of the more common 'Nevaeh,' which is 'Heaven' spelled backward. This creative naming concept emerged in the early 2000s and gained…
Variation of Nell, English
"bright, shining one"
Nelle, typically pronounced like the one-syllable Nell, is an elegant form of the name used by author Nelle Harper Lee, who wrote To Kill A Mockingbird . With whatever spelling, Nell/Nelle is a…
English, diminutive of Nora
Noreen's in limbo, especially now that Nora has made a comeback.
Welsh
"young warrior; well-born"
Ever since singer Michelle Branch gave it to her daughter in 2005, Owen has started to be used for a small number of girls each year as well. Just 39 baby girls received the name in 2021, compared…
